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Another Bo Ryan Article – How to Avoid Fouls

April 9, 2015 by Jeff Haefner Leave a Comment

Here’s another Bo Ryan article that gives you interesting insight into how he leads the nation each year in fewest committed fouls. Good read. http://www.si.com/college-basketball/2015/03/24/wisconsin-ncaa-tournament-fouls  

Filed Under: Stats, Strategy

Cutting Down Turnovers, Improving Defense, and Objectively Analyzing Your Game Results

December 6, 2013 by Jeff Haefner 18 Comments

We lost our first game of the season.  It was against my old team that I coached the last couple years.  So it was bitter sweet.  I was happy to see the players I worked with last year play really well.  But at the same time I wanted to win the game with my new […]

Filed Under: 10th Grade (Sophomore) Basketball, Drills, Practice Strategy, Stats

New Article: What is Effective Field Goal Percentage? And Why YOU Should Use It

August 30, 2013 by Jeff Haefner Leave a Comment

Here’s a new article I wrote called What is Effective Field Goal Percentage? And Why YOU Should Use It. Effective Field Goal percentage (eFG%) has become an important coaching tool for me.  In fact, it’s arguably the most important stat for you to look at. I recommend that all coaches at the middle school level or […]

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I’m a basketball coach, skill development trainer, and Co-Owner of Breakthrough Basketball. I currently live in Marion, Iowa with my wife, two kids, and our golden retriever (Izzy).

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