Jon Beck
@CoachJonBeck
Contemporary Basketball Coach & Consultant/Serving players-coaches/Transformational Holistic player development/Former athlete @AStateMB /[email protected]
Players: Enjoy your HS playing days. There’s nothing like playing in front of a crowd of your community members, friends & family & playing alongside classmates. The sense of community & school pride is unbeatable. Relish it; rejoice in it; respect it. It’s over before you know.
Use the game to teach discipline, trust, grit, honesty, respect & hard work. Let them know you care about more than just how they perform. That kind of impact sticks forever, and they’ll pass it down. Coaching isn’t about the scoreboard. It’s about shaping people. That’s the win!
Parents: Don’t rush the process. Stop stressing over exposure, rankings, comparisons, keeping up. What matters more? Development. Confidence. Letting a love for the game grow naturally. You’ll find out the hard way, not every shiny opportunity is the right one. Trust the journey!
When players succeed, we point to reps, coaching, or the grind. When they struggle, we blame effort, focus, or say they need more reps. Rarely do we question the design of the practice itself. Maybe it’s a preparation problem. Evaluate the environment you’re developing them in!
Developing “fundamentals” can be done more effectively when done in game representative situations than in isolation. Player retention also increases when you build technical & tactical skills at the same time. Train as they play. It’s the most effective way to develop players!
Great idea! Home workouts are practical!
I tried to make it a little easier for everyone. I’ve had a lot of players reaching out wanting a few at-home workouts. Being stuck inside isn’t a good enough reason not to get better & be working on your athletic foundation. These 6 workouts can be done with body weight at home.
Kids give up on sports when it’s no longer fun. When parents & coaches pressure kids to over-perform, they want to quit playing. You can encourage & support, but don’t constantly make a kid feel criticized or undervalued. ~ via @CoachJonBeck
Before you lead your players, staff, or team this season, start by leading yourself. Build better habits. Learn. Grow. Apply daily. Coaching is leadership & leadership starts with example. Elevate yourself first. That’s the spark that ignites everything in your program’s culture!
Some of the happiest athletes I’ve been around aren’t chasing clout, comparisons or offers. They’ve built a life they actually enjoy—through the game, the grind, the people around them. Because they love that life, everything else.. the recognition, wins, awards, is just a bonus!
The month of June was a measuring stick for your role & game. July was AAU. With many HS summer games ending, what are the key takeaways & how will you use the rest of your summer? Create a plan. August-November is WORK! See the problem, fix the problem. PRIORITIZE DEVELOPMENT!
It’s wild how many people post the same messages as someone with more followers… But they’ll never like, share, or engage with that person… maybe because they’re jealous, intimidated, or just afraid of how it makes them look. Same message. Same values. It’s not a competition!🤷🏻♂️
You don’t need to teach every/any moves. You need to design environments where functional solutions emerge. Every player is built different. Different bodies. Different movements. Don’t script solutions, create constraints that guide discovery. Skill isn’t taught. It’s revealed!
Treat everyone with respect. That “lower-level” coach you blew off? They might be at your dream school next year. Be grateful any coach is reaching out, many players would love your spot. Talent gets you noticed, but character takes you further. Humble & respectful is next level!
There’s a big difference between performative parenting & purpose-driven support. When the dream is the kid’s and the structure is the parent’s, that’s not control, it’s commitment. Support isn’t toxic when it reflects their identity, their dreams, not your ego. That’s real love.
BAD PLAYERS don’t take much seriously. AVERAGE PLAYERS take games seriously. GOOD PLAYERS take practice & games seriously. GREAT PLAYERS take academics, nutrition, warm-ups, ind. work, weight room, conditioning, film, practice & games seriously. ~ @CoachJonBeck
Youth coaches should always remember 2 things: 1. Make it the best experience possible 2. Make it the most fun a kid has ever had playing a sport Coaching kids should be one of the least ego-driven jobs on the planet. It’s not about you. It’s about them. Every single time!
After studying 180+ high-performing teams, researchers found 6 traits that separate the best: Meaningful work Transparent goals Defined roles High standards & follow-through Positive impact beyond self Psychological safety- to fail, grow & try again Culture wins. Every time!
S40 Session ll brought a ton of great competition! Ready to get back on the court for the S40 finals! @CoachRubyD @Coach_Nik15 @tKAY7 @CoachJonBeck
You think fulfillment comes when you win the title, earn the offer, or get ranked. But it doesn’t. The trophy collects dust. The hype fades fast. What sticks with you? The work. The growth. The grind. The people you grind with. Fulfillment isn’t in the win. It’s in the becoming!
Join us in wishing a Happy Birthday to our Junior Guard from Gentry, AR - Alyssa McCarty‼️🏀🤍 So excited to see what all God has planned for you this year! #EvangelWBB