The Basketball Teacher Podcast

Author: Mike Hernandez

This podcast is a conversation between coaches ranging from youth through the university level. In it we discuss the best practices to ensure success on and off the court.
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Episode 288: Adjusting On The Fly With Coach Derek Kurnitsky
Monday, 24 November, 2025

Being a coach who can adjust is vital in the game of basketball and that's why we were so happy to bring on Coach Kurnitsky to discuss how he does it. Coach shares his insights on his base offense and defense, when he recognizes changes need to be made and how to identify when to switch things up. We also discuss late game situations, mental composure and how to balance coaching versus letting players work through situations on their own. Enjoy this episode and get ready to make adjustments in your game!