What you need to be focused on this offseason

The offseason is where you separate yourself. Or where you fall behind.

Most players waste it. Don’t be most players.

Here’s what actually moves the needle:

1. Get in shape first. You can’t develop skills on a body that breaks down. Conditioning isn’t the sexy part, but it’s the foundation. Get your wind right. Get stronger. Move better. Everything else gets easier when your body can keep up with your work.

2. Pick a few skills. Not everything. I see guys try to fix their whole game in one summer. Handle, shot, finishing, passing, defense, all at once. You end up average at all of it. Pick 2 or 3 things that actually matter for your game and your level. Go deep. Master them. Reps over variety.

3. Watch film. Every week. You can’t fix what you can’t see. Watch yourself. Watch players who do what you want to do. Film tells the truth. Make it a habit, not a once-in-a-while thing.

The work you put in now will show up during the season

Coach Manny

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What you need to be focused on this offseason