John Beilein Basketball 3-Pack

with John Beilein,
Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA) Head Coach;
former University of Michigan Head Coach;
2019 Coach Wooden "Keys to Life" Award;
2018 CBS Sports National Coach of the Year;
2018 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship Runner-up;
2014 Big Ten Coach of the Year;
2x Final Four appearances (2013, 2018);2x Big Ten Regular Season Champions (2012, 2014);
2x Big Ten Tournament Champions (2017, 2018);
1998 CAA Coach of the Year (University of Richmond);
1994 MAAC Coach of the Year (Canisius College; is to be inducted into the Canisius College Hall of Fame in September 2019)

The offense that John Beilein ran at the University of Michigan for over a decade was often imitated, but never replicated. Now, you'll get the chance to see some of the ways that Coach Beilein put together teams that often ranked as some of the most efficient in the country on the offensive side of the ball.

This All Access video is your chance to learn Beilein's press break, shooting drills, and situational coaching strategies such as late-clock and out of bounds plays. Taken from an early-season practice session in which the Wolverines were preparing for an upcoming trip to Europe, this video includes important team concepts that consistently made Coach Beilein's squads successful.

Shooting, Transition & Post Play

Known far and wide for turning under-performing shooters into long-range snipers, Beilein showcases some of the shooting drills that he has players use daily. Among the most important aspects in these drills are form and footwork, in addition to the secondary benefits of improving passing and rebounding skills. Next, you'll see the Wolverines work on a transition drill in which players run through a weave and end using a jump stop.

The ability to score the ball in the post consistently can turn a good offense into a great one. Coach Beilein details drills that will assist your post players with scoring while on the move. Whether it's a ball screen or pass and cut action, post players must learn footwork and body placement in order to increase their scoring percentage. Catching and finishing high while rolling to the rim on a ball screen are emphasized.

Press Breaker

You'll get the opportunity to see how Beilein wants his team to break a press. His aggressive approach aims to attack the press and create layups before the defense can recover and get set in the half court. Maintaining spacing and making sharp cuts are the keys to carving up a normally effective press.

Special Situations

Coach Beilein breaks down how to help your players learn to organize into a final ball screen in late shot clock situations or when the game itself is coming down to the wire. When a possession has broken down and the clock is running out, your team will need an effective action to rely on for one last organized scoring attempt.

Finally, you will watch as Beilein introduces three out of bounds plays to be used against man-to-man defenses. All three sets are out of the same alignment, making it more difficult for your opponent to read what's going to happen. You'll also get a simple, yet effective baseline out of bounds play against a 2-3 zone.

If you've ever wanted to learn coaching tips for the offensive side of the ball from John Beilein, then this is your chance! A little bit of everything is covered in this video, making it perfect for beginners who need a base to start building from, or advanced coaches who want to learn from one of the best teachers in the game.

92 minutes. 2019.

with John Beilein,
Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA) Head Coach;
former University of Michigan Head Coach;
2019 Coach Wooden "Keys to Life" Award;
2018 CBS Sports National Coach of the Year;
2018 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship Runner-up;
2014 Big Ten Coach of the Year;
2x Final Four appearances (2013, 2018);2x Big Ten Regular Season Champions (2012, 2014);
2x Big Ten Tournament Champions (2017, 2018);
1998 CAA Coach of the Year (University of Richmond);
1994 MAAC Coach of the Year (Canisius College; is to be inducted into the Canisius College Hall of Fame in September 2019)

After over 40 years coaching basketball, John Beilein's experience coaching the defensive side of the ball is extensive and refined. This All Access video drops you inside the facilities at the University of Michigan to observe a practice session the Wolverines completed prior to a preseason trip overseas. In it, you'll find Beilein's preferred way to use the Shell Drill, best practices for defending the post and ball screens, and an effective late game press and trapping system. It all adds up to a great deal of coaching tips to improve your man-to-man defense from one of the most respected coaches in the game.

Shell Drill, Ball Screens, Post Defense

Using the Shell Drill, Coach Beilein emphasizes getting into active gaps to deny drivers a lane while maintaining long, active hands that don't drop below the shoulders. Additionally, the Shell Drill is perfect for working on closeouts, rebounding with two hands, dealing with cutters and ensuring defenders continuously communicate.

His players maintain this same defensive approach as they transition from the Shell Drill to ball screen defense, where Beilein teaches technique on getting through and around screens. The portion on pick & roll defense covers both high and side ball screens, plus zoning up on the back end while in P&R coverage. Post defense - before and after the ball is entered to the post - is also thoroughly covered from an individual and team standpoint.

Press & Trapping System

You'll get the chance to see aggressive trapping methods to force ball handlers into making mistakes late in games. Coach Beilein has defenders attempt to force a primary trap in the full court before working to get a secondary trap in the half court if the initial trap is broken. This type of system is perfect for when your team finds itself down a few points late in the game needing to mount a comeback.

Coach Beilein does an outstanding job of emphasizing his philosophy of keeping things simple. He breaks down each drill and concept by demonstrating how he wants players to move and act on the court. You'll learn a tremendous amount of Beilein's coaching philosophy and purposeful exercises that you can use right away to enhance your team defense!

82 minutes. 2019.

with John Beilein,
Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA) Head Coach;
former University of Michigan Head Coach;
2019 Coach Wooden "Keys to Life" Award;
2018 CBS Sports National Coach of the Year;
2018 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship Runner-up;
2014 Big Ten Coach of the Year;
2x Final Four appearances (2013, 2018);2x Big Ten Regular Season Champions (2012, 2014);
2x Big Ten Tournament Champions (2017, 2018);
1998 CAA Coach of the Year (University of Richmond);
1994 MAAC Coach of the Year (Canisius College; is to be inducted into the Canisius College Hall of Fame in September 2019)

Regarded as one of the best tactical coaches in the game, John Beilein has developed some of the best shooters in college basketball. In this video, he unveils his shooting secrets and the system he has used to take good shooters and turn them into prolific scoring threats from the outside.

Perfecting Shooting Form

Starting with a shooter's feet and hands, Coach Beilein shows the technique that he's taught his players over the years. He demonstrates two different shooting steps, Pogo Stick and Split Step, that your players can use to develop balance within their footwork. He shows players how to 'Read the Map' with their hands as they catch and square up to the rim, working the hand, wrist, and follow through for a perfect upper body motion.

Shooting Drills & Skill Work

Understanding basic footwork and upper body work is crucial for athletes as they are put through Beilein's shooting drills and skill development series. With each drill and skill set, your players will be challenged to meet a certain amount of shots to develop their shooting consistency. From simple form shooting to shooting on the move at different spots around the rim and perimeter, players will prove their shooting skill as defenders run at and pressure their shots. Coach Beilein does a great job demonstrating how every drill can be done at a game speed within a game situation.

Coach Beilein develops his athletes into complete, all-around players with additional skill-oriented drills. He uses a system of numbers that each position player must meet to be considered a master at their position. With each numbering system, players push themselves to become a better ball handler, proving that by putting in hard work you can achieve and play at a high level.

Coach Beilein is an excellent teacher and tactical coach who has developed some of the best shooters at the collegiate level in recent memory. With his shooting and skill development series, your players will build confidence in their shot and create consistency within their game.

52 minutes. 2019.