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EPISODE · Mar 31, 2026 · 44 MIN

Episode 647 - Coach Don Meyer's Definite Dozen

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What does it really take to build a winning team in today’s ever-changing game? In this episode we revisit Don Meyer's Definite Dozen and apply them to coaching today. Whether it's addressing academics, or building team identity, this conversation uncovers the hidden foundations behind great programs. For coaches looking to build a strong and sustainable program in today's landscape, Don Meyer's wisdom offers a blueprint you can take back to your team.Show Notes:Don Meyer’s 12 rules broken into stay, play, and win  Start with the basics: academics, character, discipline  Doing the right thing builds trust and consistency  Commitment looks different in today’s transfer culture  Hard work must be clearly defined and modeled  Smart players and high IQ teams have an edge  Team-first mindset requires constant emphasis  Roles must be understood, accepted, and executed  Winning starts with belief and mindset  Great teams believe in the system, each other, and coachesSend us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Keeping Players Busy this offseason Isn’t the Goal - Making Sure They Come Back Better IsUse our free Player Development Assistant to help you build a personalized and comprehensive development plan for each of your players.Get the Free Player Development Assistant: https://coach.pgcbasketball.com/hustle-gpt/

What does it really take to build a winning team in today’s ever-changing game? In this episode we revisit Don Meyer's Definite Dozen and apply them to coaching today. Whether it's addressing academics, or building team identity, this conversation uncovers the hidden foundations behind great programs. For coaches looking to build a strong and sustainable program in today's landscape, Don Meyer's wisdom offers a blueprint you can take back to your team. Show Notes: Don Meyer’s 12 rules broken ...

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What does it really take to build a winning team in today’s ever-changing game? In this episode we revisit Don Meyer's Definite Dozen and apply them to coaching today. Whether it's addressing academics, or building team identity, this conversation...

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