It's Possible Basketball
Program Curriculum
Welcome to the It’s Possible Basketball Coach Access page.
This page is for staff only. Everything here is designed to help you run high quality, consistent classes that match Coach Pedro’s standards and the mission of It’s Possible Basketball.
Please check this page weekly before your shifts. This is where you will find the latest curriculum updates, practice layouts, and expectations.
Monthly Focus:
Each month has a clear focus so our players and parents feel a sense of direction and progress.
Examples of monthly themes:
• Ball Handling and Footwork
• Shooting and Confidence
• Finishing and Game Moves
• IQ, Spacing, and Decision Making
View this month’s focus
[View Monthly Curriculum]
Before you coach any class, please:
• Read the monthly focus
• Know the key teaching points
• Understand what success looks like for the players this month
Weekly Practice Layouts
Every week follows a clear theme that supports the monthly focus.
Week 1 – Ball Handling and Footwork
Week 2 – Shooting and Form Work
Week 3 – Finishing and Attack Moves
Week 4 – IQ, Spacing, and Small Sided Games
You can access the full breakdown here:
[Week 1 Plan]
[Week 2 Plan]
[Week 3 Plan]
[Week 4 Plan]
Each weekly plan includes:
• Main skill focus
• Suggested drills
• Teaching points
• Small sided game ideas
Daily Class Template:
All classes follow the same basic structure, no matter the age group. This keeps the experience consistent and professional.
Standard 50 to 60 minute class format.
• Check In and Quick Huddle
Set the tone, energy, and focus of the day
• Warm Up and Movement – 5 minutes
Dynamic footwork, ball control, and basic movement
• Skill Block 1 – 10 minutes
Primary focus based on the weekly theme
• Skill Block 2 – 10 minutes
Progression or variation of Skill Block 1
• Small Sided Games – 10 to 15 minutes
Three on three, two on two, advantage drills, guided games
• Finisher and Competition – 5 to 10 minutes
High energy, fun, competitive drill or game
• Wrap Up – 2 minutes
Quick lesson of the day and encouragement
View the daily class template:
[Daily Class Template]
Age Group Coaching Guides:
Each age group has different needs, attention spans, and expectations. Please coach to the level of the players in front of you.
Age 5 to 7:
• Keep it fun, simple, and high energy
• Focus on listening, basic ball control, and movement
• Short lines, short explanations, lots of reps
Age 8 to 10:
• Build strong fundamentals in ball handling, footwork, and shooting form
• Introduce basic spacing, passing, and game concepts
• Encourage effort, confidence, and positive body language
Age 11 to 14:
• Increase intensity and speed of drills
• Focus on decision making, finishing, shooting under pressure
• Expect effort, focus, and accountability
High School Prep:
• Train at game speed as much as possible
• Emphasize reads, counters, and leadership
• Prepare players for tryouts, practices, and real game roles
View detailed guides:
[Age 5 to 7 Guide]
[Age 8 to 10 Guide]
[Age 11 to 14 Guide]
[High School Prep Guide]
Drill Library:
Use the drill library when planning or adjusting on the fly. Choose drills that fit the weekly theme and the skill level of your group.
Categories:
• Ball Handling
• Footwork and Movement
• Shooting and Form
• Finishing and Rim Work
• Passing and Decision Making
• Defense and Effort
• Small Sided Games and Situations
Each drill includes:
• Purpose of the drill
• Setup and duration
• Coaching cues
• Common mistakes to correct
• Variations to scale up or down
View the drill library:
[Drill Library]
League and Game Standards
For three on three leagues and in class scrimmages, we want the same experience every time.
Core league standards:
• Equal playing time whenever possible
• Positive communication with players and parents
• Clear substitutions and rotations
• Stats and scorekeeping done with focus and integrity
• Zero tolerance for arguing with refs or staff
Three on three goals:
• More touches for each player
• More decisions with the ball
• More reads without the ball
• Growth in confidence, not just wins and losses
View league rules and procedures:
[League Standards and Rules]
Facility and Closing Checklist:
We want the gym to look professional, clean, and organized at all times. This is part of the job and part of the brand.
Before class:
• Arrive on time
• Check the floor for safety issues
• Set up cones, balls, and any needed equipment
During class:
• Keep all players active
• Use assistants and helpers
• Keep transitions quick and clear
After class:
• Put all balls back on racks
• Put cones and equipment away neatly
• Check the entrance, benches, and court for trash
• Check that the shooting machine is off and stored correctly
• Confirm doors are locked if you are closing
View the full checklist:
[Coach Closing Checklist]
Coach Expectations and Culture:
At It’s Possible Basketball, coaches are leaders. You represent the program, the culture, and the mission every time you step on the floor.
We expect:
• High energy and positive body language
• Clear communication and simple teaching
• Respect for every player and parent
• Firm but encouraging discipline
• Effort to know players by name
• No phones during coaching time
Our mission:
Help players grow in skill, confidence, and character through basketball.
Teach them how to handle pressure, work hard, and believe that it is possible to improve.
View the full coach handbook
[Coach Handbook]
Feedback and Ideas:
Your feedback helps the program grow and improve.
If you see something that can be better:
• A drill that really works.
• A drill that falls flat.
• A new idea for class flow.
• A way to improve the experience.
Please share it:
You can use
[Coach Feedback Form]
or contact Coach Pedro directly.
Thank you for being part of the team and for helping us build something special for these players and families.