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Coach Don Showalter: How to become a better basketball player with 3on3

July 23, 2024 • Kevin Roberts & Coach Jarryd Dent • Season 1 • Episode 14

10-time gold medalist and legendary USA Basketball Coach Don Showalter joins the pod to discuss the benefits of playing 3on3 basketball. We also examine the differences between international and US basketball. Coach Showalter suggests incorporating 3on3 into basketball programs and encourages parents to consider the advantages of 3on3 over traditional AAU basketball. He also shares his thoughts on the popularity of 3x3 internationally and offers advice on how to increase its popularity in the US.

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