Coaching Versatility and the Circle Offense

Aug 01, 2023 8:08 pm

Coach ,



For those in the know Steve Gomez is one heck of a basketball. 476-132 record, which includes a 22-2 record in NCAA postseason shows he can coach, an even better person for those lucky enough to be coached by him.



image


Coach Steve Gomez and his team won the title in 2016 and 2019. Since taking over the LCU program in 2003, Coach Gomez has guided the program from the NAIA to one of the top women's programs in D2.


There is a quote that says “Success leaves clues”


Fortunately, we have some clues to follow with 2 clinics from Coach Gomez 


In Coaching Versatility, Coach Gomez free clinic gives you insight into the how and why’s of the LCU program and the foundational pieces.


Check out the clip below where Coach Gomez discusses the importance of having versatility within your team.


imageClick to Watch Here.


In addition, Coach Gomez covers some of their basic offensive philosophy including transition, out-of-bounds and half-court offense.


If you want a deeper dive into Coach Gomez’s offense, Circle Offense breaks down their half-court offense, which combines ball screens along with flare actions to create scoring opportunities for guards and post.


Here, Coach Gomez discusses the importance of recognizing what to do when the ball handler drives baseline.

image

Click Here to Watch


Coach Gomez also covers various reads on both the ball screen and flare screen, along with special plays you can run that complement the offense.


What I like about the Circle Offense is the versatility you have within it to allow your players strengths to be fully utilized within the offensive flow.



Growing the Game Together!



The Coaches Clinic Community of Coaches helping Coaches

Comments