Basic offense and defense positions
Question
I am a volunteer youth coach ages 6 and 7. I have a instuction manual , however it does not list the names of the basic positions. It only refers to the players as offense and defense. I would like to know the names of the positions. Can you help me? I also would'nt mind basic responsiblities.
Thank you,
Randy Miskech
Volunteer youth coach
Mason Borro Baptist Church
Answer
Hi Randy,
I think it is great that you are volunteering and working with children at such a young age. It's not easy because of there attention span. Keep it simple and fun. I believe that is the key for success.
Position's are referred to by names and ususally have a number the corresponds with the position. This number is ususally how the position is referrenced when you are reading books that are diagraming plays. Here they are:
Point Guard (1)
Shooting Guard or Off Guard (2)
Shooting Forward or Small Forward (3)
Power Forward or Post (4)
Center or Post (5)
When it comes to responsibilities as a coach for this age. I would say teach them fundamentals and fair play. Treat all players the same no matter who is better. Teach them the rules of the game and make it fun!
Coaching 5th grade girls
original basketball terminology