{"product_id":"creating-an-efficient-perimeter-player-hopkins","title":"CREATING AN EFFICIENT PERIMETER PLAYER (HOPKINS)","description":"\u003cp\u003ewith Mike Hopkins \u003cbr\u003eUniversity of Washington Head Coach;\u003cbr\u003e2018 \u0026amp; 2019 Pac-12 Coach of the Year;\u003cbr\u003eformer Syracuse University Assistant Coach;\u003cbr\u003eCourt Coach for Team USA in 1998  2000  2001  2010 and 2012;\u003cbr\u003etwo-year starter for Syracuse and was a team captain his senior year\u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMike Hopkins has been an assistant coach for the Syracuse University basketball program for more than 20 years. Under head coach Jim Boeheim  Coach Hopkins has helped guide the Orange to the NCAA Tournament 16 times  including a National Championship in the 2002-03 season. In addition to his role at Syracuse  Coach Hopkins has been an on-court coach for Team USA's Men's National 21-and under team trials (2000  2001) and recently was responsible for player evaluation and selection for USA Basketball at the London Olympics. \u0026lt; I\u0026gt;\u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSyracuse Assistant Coach Mike Hopkins gives his views and insight on perimeter player development that he has gained over a long and successful career under the tutelage of legendary coach Jim Boeheim. \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoach Hopkins works all aspects of perimeter development. He covers how to build mental toughness  ways to increase a player's speed  technique needed to attack the hoop  tips to increase shooting percentage  and how to deal with physical defensive pressure. This is accomplished with a focus on the player's use of angles  strength  and balance while dealing with physical contact. \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWinning the Baseline Drive\u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe initial series of drills works on the various positions on the court. It also covers the importance of the line and angle to the basket when driving to the key. Coach Hopkins teaches players not to fight the defender  but instead to use balance and quickness. \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFoot positioning is essential in cutting off the defender on the first step to the hoop. The ability to absorb and expect the bump while maintaining a strong base (while also urging the offensive player to initiate the contact) will allow for the proper angle to be held and increase the percentage of the shot.\u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoach Hopkins also works on how to deal with the second defender that will come once players beat  their initial defender. \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChange of Direction Moves\u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlayers often do not dribble low enough  which allows for a defender to swipe at the ball while never exiting their defensive stance. The Dribble Touch Series works on teaching players to stay low after making a change of direction move. Staying low and gaining space on each dribble will always keep the defender off balance. \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA defender that's looking to crowd an offensive player is attempting to put the offense into an off-balance state of retreat. Coach Hopkins teaches a Head-Shoulder-Leg technique to initiate contact with the defender to create space without getting a foul called. He shows two areas on a defender that will make them move. The Walk Up Drill is used to not only teach players how to separate and get open on the perimeter  but to also get the defender out of position with the first move after the catch. \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDribbling posture is another point of emphasis  as Coach Hopkins discusses how players react when facing defensive pressure while handling the ball. To counteract a player's tendency to retreat and drop the head when pressured  several drills are implemented that preach clearing space. Keeping the dribble low  gaining space off of every dribble  and maintaining a strong  athletic stance while under duress with the ball are also essential. \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShooting Endurance\u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpurs 100 is a great shooting drill that Coach Hopkins likes to run at the end of his practices. It is a great conditioner that can be modified to create the same shots players would get in a game.  \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter watching this video  you will gain a greater appreciation of the skills and fundamentals that are needed to be successful at the highest level of basketball. Coach Hopkins provides you with all of the teaching components that will help your team achieve their dreams on the court. \u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced at the Fall 2012 Wheeling Jesuit Basketball Clinic.\u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e80 minutes. 2016.\u0026lt; p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003eDiscover the offensive nuances that separate elite players from the rest of the pack \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Train players to initiate and absorb contact and finish strong around the rim\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Develop your players' ability to maintain focus under defensive pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Teach your players how to attack off the dribble and how to use the lead shoulder as a weapon\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Championship Productions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47444007944380,"sku":"CHMP-BD05022","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/3832\/2364\/files\/61mABdj-h6L.jpg?v=1788964354","url":"https:\/\/store.virventures.com\/products\/creating-an-efficient-perimeter-player-hopkins","provider":"Virventures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}