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Texas Tech source and observer tells me that Drew Steffe has clearly demonstrated he is the best shooter and passer on Tech roster and that they will be hard-pressed not to give him a chance this year. @ExclusiveHoops @CoachRodTaylor
You heard it here first.
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Head Pro was standing on the first tee one Saturday morning watching the first group of the day tee off.
First guy hits about a 90 yard slice that went 130 yards
Pro says “Loft”
Next guy steps up and Hooks his shot 40 yards out of bounds
Pro says “Loft”
Last guy steps up, tees his ball up and tops it about 10 feet in front of where he was standing.
Pro says “Loft”
The first guy said “pro, what is loft?”
Pro says “Lack of F’ing Talent”
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I think you’re going to hear multiple point shaving scandals within the next year. Between NIL and legalized gambling available in a majority of states it is just a ticking time bomb.
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Would hit a knee-high knockdown cut six iron that bounces off the cart path once chases up to about 2 feet
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I'm having trouble getting my Bluetooth to connect to the speakers, could I get a discount on my cart today.
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Plano East's ability beat pressure and space the floor is what makes them great. 7 players that can handle the ball up the floor or half court at any moment. Very rare that a player tries to do it alone or force it. Complete trust in each other. Do you think coaching matters?
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I do think the programs that truly recruit and develop talent the old fashion way have a chance to separate themselves
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This is what is all about right here.
This moment right here meant the world to me. To give this state medal to @HarrisDar_. He was integral in helping us turn this program around since his fresh yr when we didn’t win a district game. He is the heart and soul of this team and an even better person. I’ll miss you kid
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Regularly visit with LTL freight drivers. They are telling me their pick up and delivery volume is 50% of what it was this time of year ago.
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Cannot think of a more deserving candidate. There are lots of great stories this year. I will put this one alongside any of them. @CoachAjami
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As we move into the break and prepare for district play remember it is one day at a time and 1 game a time. Trust your work and be ready. @ParishPantherBB @PlanoEastHoops @Carter__Hoops @POPCSEagleHoops @DalcourMr @daphtay26 @CoachAjami @ExclusiveHoops @jayfrye
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This is what true investment in an athletic program, and a school looks like. @CoachAjami
Is an example of what athletic administration looks like at its finest.
BIG SHOUTOUT to Sr Isaiah Johnson (IG: Zayyshotit) and Jr Ryan French (IG: frenchyproductionsss) for all they did while we were in Philly…capturing all the great moments!! Appreciate you fellas!!!
#PanthersInPhilly
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What we just saw from
@onlydaniel vs. Drive Nation proved he is a real D1 dude and just getting started. Determined from the opening jump, he simply dominated and put on a display of moves that just changed his recruiting trajectory. @TheTB5Reports
@LSEbball
@ExclusiveHoops
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Source tells me he has seen Steffe on 3 separate occasions and that he doesn't miss from 3 in the shooting drills.
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This past years UCONN team people called them boring. They were simply the most well old machine College Basketball‘s ever seen.
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The supply chain in Albuquerque just got a lot stronger. DT delivers on time, every time. @ExclusiveHoops @Carter__Hoops @chefdavis23
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The problem with a majority of clubs are the 19 committees they have.
You can’t try to be to everything to everybody and be top-tier.
* eliminate outside events
* limit menu to several signature items
* be elite at a few things - instead of half ass at many.
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Ask this guy to run a mile and he will run two. @HarrisDar_ . Poised for a large senior season, his presence alone makes every team better. Led the plex in rebounds last year, this year he will play his more natural position. Get ready fam! @CoachRodTaylor @ExclusiveHoops
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Missed free throws/layups, bad closeouts, lack of rebounding, and turnovers are all a part of the game. No player does these things intentionally and some nights all these things happen simultaneously.
How many possessions did you execute these things which require no skill at all?
1. Making the extra pass (instead of ISO)
2. Sprinting back on defense (it's everyone's job)
3. Moving without the ball (sometimes you have to forget the offense)
4. Being aware of where the ball is on defense.
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Must follow accounts for basketball development
@mar5hallhoops
@ExclusiveHoops
@CoachJayeDavid
@SeanCriderBB
@CoachMikeDunlap
@stepHoussou
@MarioParkerSR1
@CoachAntBrown2
@CoachWB33
@DagsBasketball
@mike_kenny3
@brianmccormick
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If parents want to coach, they should have to coach a team without their own kid first. Would find out how much they enjoy the challenge of coaching.
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@PlanoEastHoops can be found at the intersection of Skill Rd. and IQ Blvd.. These dudes will not beat themselves.
A perfect example of how school and summer ball can work together for the benefit of everyone.
@LSEbball @dariuscoleman @chefdavis23 @coachrodtaylor
The Plano East Panthers advanced to 9-0 record on the season. The Panthers had the privilege of competing in the Thanksgiving Hoopfest. They were matched up against a talented and experienced Springdale Arkansas team. The Panthers showed that they can win with defense as well.
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Congratulations to all! What a ride it has been.
The cream always rises to the top.
#family #together
@CoachRodTaylor
@CoachAjami
@HarrisDar_
@DalcourMr
@ArmonandAntoine
@ExclusiveHoops
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And you got pg’s jacking 15 3’s a game and the coach has no clue why they get ace handed to them by 20+ every game.
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Probably stating the obvious here, but depth is a huge advantage in the playoffs. @PlanoEastHoops is a fine example of this. See an awful lot of winning teams with very questionable fourth and fifth starters on the floor that can only go 2 players deep max. Eventually the road ends.
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@PlanoEastHoops @ParishPantherBB @sgpbasketball These teams are all above average in talent/skill/athleticism but their poise, chemistry, and coaching are ELITE. If these teams aren't playing hero ball why does anyone else. @CSmithBball @ExclusiveHoops @CoachRodTaylor
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A couple of traits that most great teams possess
1. Anyone can be the leading scorer on any given night.
2. Scoring balance.
@PlanoEastHoops checks both boxes.
The Panthers had 6 players in double figures. DJ Hall had 18, Jordan Mizell 13, Narit Chotikavanic and Isaiah Brewington had 12, Rachard Angton and Jon Tran both had 10 points.
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So far @PlanoEastHoops hasn't had a tough time slowing down the Princeton style offense of Waxahachie and is leading 39-16 at the under 3 minute mark of the 2nd quarter. @ExclusiveHoops @LSEbball
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It can certainly be done. But don't discount how many schools either make it too difficult for kids to get in school or the coach will give the key to a single player.
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TABC players, some of you may have been told over the years you have the “green light”. Some of the shots selection is utterly unbelievable. Kids damn near falling out of bounds on three-point attempts and launching 28 footers.
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Players, look at rim on every catch. You might see something. So many programs running this mouse wheel dribble hand off zombie action and never look at rim or inside. @DagsBasketball @JoeyBurton @justinlovvorn @mar5hallhoops @blakjordanbreen
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The one that can get a group of kids to play together for the benefit of the team. @DagsBasketball
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You cannot talk about @ParishPantherBB without mentioning the glue, Harris Dar. This young man brings a presence and drive that is unmeasurable.
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Can count on 1 hand number of times I’ve ever seen a coach fuss at a player for not passing or taking a bad shot.
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I see up to 4 and sometimes a volunteer or two at the end of the bench. If they have some areas of responsibility there might be some value. The best programs allow their assistants to give input. When assistants just sit their without any say all game, what is the purpose?
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And the majority of kids going to D2 D3 NAIA camps also have a minimal chance of getting scholarship
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Tons of coaches out there that would not be in the profession if they had to play with what they had.
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If you aren't familiar with @HarrisDar_ you might want to catch up to speed. Definition of team-first guy.
‘24 @HarrisDar_ is very underrated!
6’3 True facilitating PG w/high basketball IQ
See plays happening before they occur.
Controls the pace, and is surgical in transition creating for others or getting downhill for easy baskets.
@ParishPantherBB
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Let me say this guy. We can all find things to joke about don’t know you, but I like most of what you stand for, but if you were joking, this is a bad look cheating is serious.
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TAPPS 6A champions. Will smash their own district and walk easily to state title if they stay healthy. Ajami, CP, and @coachrodtaylor get the most of these guys but do the best job of getting teammates to play togehter and not against one another.
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I will say this one more time....
If you are approached to play for @LSEbball and @ExclusiveHoops don't look any further.
Thank me later!
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Next fall some kids will be held accountable for the very first time in their careers by a coach. Those that can acclimate will have a chance. Those that don't will most likely fold their tents. Some kids have had it their way for years without anyone teaching them or holding them accountable to winning concepts. Some kids have fought adversity come up short of expectations and still strive to be the best they can be. I know who my money is on.....
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Good one. And yes, coaches have the ability to see kids on a daily basis and make calls to play those they trust the most. But I’ve heard enough college coaches in the stands comment some coaches have no clue what they’re doing. I’ll put it this way. When you see a good coach these days it’s pretty obvious.
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Top DFW🏀🏀must-follow accounts:
Wisdom @CoachRodTaylor
Coaching @Matt_Sayman
Shooting @Shooters_HQ
Media @CSmithBball
Recruiting @ExclusiveHoops
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Not only did he win state but the progression from four years ago is what makes this so special.
@CoachAjami
@HarrisDar_
Co-Coach!!!! Who was EQUAL OR BETTER? He won STATE!!! 🤬🤬🤬😂😂😂 Congrads @CoachAjami
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Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Much to be grateful for and I appreciate my Twitter family. Without you, none of this is possible.
@ExclusiveHoops @CoachRodTaylor @MustangsNation @blakjordanbreen @Dagsbasketball @ParishPantherBB @daphtay26 @DalcourMr @IowaHawkFan85
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Great catching up with @chance_puryear. Outstanding basketball player, even better person.
@Carter__Hoops @daphtay26
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Congratulations @PlanoEastHoops
Proud of each of you @EthanMoss41 @jontran_3 @Narit_chot06 @JordanMizell4 @ExclusiveHoops @DarenySims
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I harp on this all the time and will say it again. The biggest determining factor of how kids will perform at next level is how effective they become at playing off the ball. You can put that in stone.....
@CoachRodTaylor @MicMoodswing @ExclusiveHoops
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Have seen some less than stellar actions in this regard.
Most recently a coach giving an underclassmen transfer the single key to the gym (telling the player he earned it in front of teammates) and after telling a couple of rising seniors they would have the key for the season (and these kids would have encouraged teammates to get in with them).
Another program, the coach would only give gym access to certain players, his training buddies, and their AAU teams. If everyone else followed the "protocol" to get in the gym he might have trouble responding, as in never responding.
Ironically both of these 🤡🤡 asses aren't shy to talk about culture on this platform.
Just a couple of examples of how to kill culture.
If you open the gym up for 1 of your players 🤔 you should be ready 2 open up the gym for all your players ✊ only making the gym available for certain players and not all is weak sauce 🏀💪
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Plex Hoops Mid-Season Awards
Thought Leader @mike_kenny3
Impact Volunteer @daphtay26
Passion/Knowledge @blakjordanbreen
Model Parent @DalcourMr
Administrator Excellence @CoachAjami
Impact Coach @POPCSEagleHoops
Many deserving, congratulations to all winners!
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It’s like standing on the first tee. If you understand your ability/tendencies and the layout of the hole you have a chance to make an aggressive play with the target in mind.
Basketball is no different, when the process and goals are clear, players can play with a true freedom that allows teams to reach their true potential. It’s when coaches lean on a single player to do it all that success is fleeting.
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What was once his weakness is now a BIG STRENGTH @MarlonLintonJr2 can flat shoot it. Ball looks great coming out of his hand. Can still get to rim and distribute @GASOLyndon @GASOMass
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I can promise you I’ve seen holding the ball backfire on many teams that thought they had games in their pocket
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One possession,
One quarter,
One game at a time
#together #family
@CoachRodTaylor @CoachAjami
@HarrisDar_
@DalcourMr
@jayfrye
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As I have said recently, there are so many ways that Plano East can beat you. A different guy could lead every night. Don’t sleep on @EthanMoss41. He will light you up.
@LSEbball @CoachRodTaylor
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Great visiting with @LaQuanButlerJr this morning. Truly humbling story of how his journey led him to where he is today. An example of fortitude second to none.
“Don’t give up. Don’t ever give up” - Jimmy Valvano
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Analytics don't tell you the following:
1. the score of the game
2. how much time is left
3. matchups - advantages and disadvantages
4. importance of game - does team need win
Nothing will beat you faster than bad shot selection.
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Couple people have DM'd me and ask me what is my fascination with @ParishPantherBB. I said go to a game and then talk to me......
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It’s is simple as this. Most teams would be much better served making the entry pass to a big on the perimeter vs trying to have guards penetrate paint without any passing.
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Unpopular opinion…..
You couldn’t pay me to go play there. Too many great golf courses that you pass on the way to get there and now it appeals to guys that can’t break 120 as a bucket list item.
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Would gladly welcome someone smarter than I am with good ideas but I hear your point.
Too many times though you see coaches hang their hat on blaming parents. Are usually the same ones when you watch the games you can tell the team has no clue what they’re doing or repeatedly makes same mistakes without adjustments.
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