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James Marshall's avatar

So much to unpick here (as always).

I think athletes will train to the test, so coaches need to be careful what test they choose. If you set a mile-run, then the keen athletes will do 'extras' to be better at that test. Training for a mile is not the same as training for a basketball match (even though some aspects are similar). Do you want your basketball players running 3-10 miles to build up their aerobic base?

As for coaches copycatting other coaches without understanding the 'Why', that seems to be the norm nowadays. If you can't explain why you are doing something to your team, don't do it! (not limited to basketball).

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