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The Most Effective Game Evaluation Tool Ever
By Coach Randy Brown

As players and coaches we know the value of each and every game. It is a privilege to compete in the game of basketball in the public arena. Each game is precious and should never be taken granted for. One underrated way to improve as a team and a coach is the subject of this article.

A game analysis process is a crucial piece of coaching that is often missed. Each game, whether a win or loss, must be objectively measured. This will be a valuable skill that you can begin doing immediately. The results of your efforts will yield big dividends down the road.

After the game, think about what your routine. Do you look at the stats or analyze them.? Do you look at or analyze your game plan? Do you toss the video tape on your desk and head home or view it carefully and objectively?

These are important questions because your work is just beginning once the buzzer sounds. The game must be wrapped up, analyzed, and specific observations must be noted. Key adjustments are noted for future use. Like many things, we tend to forget details a day or two later. These notes can be very essential as you prepare for your next opponent or for when you play the same team again.

Feel free to arrange this information to fit your own preferences. The following is my game analysis from our (Stetson University) game at the University of Florida.

These are the key headings:

GAME ANALYSIS

Opponent_______________________

Date____________

Game #__________

Stetson score______________ Opponent score_________________

OFFENSIVE EVALUATION

Possession Chart Results____________________________________________________________

Offensive Comments________________________________________________________________________

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DEFENSIVE EVALUATION

Possession Chart Results_____________________________________________________________

Defensive Comments_________________________________________________________________________

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GET BACK (Defensive Transition)

Transition Baskets Given Up_______________________

Transition Points Given Up_________________________

Get Back Comments_________________________________________________________________

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OVERALL GAME COMMENTS

STRENGTHS

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

WEAKNESSES

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

ADJUSTMENTS FOR NEXT GAME

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