Global Sports Partners (GSP) worked in partnership with the Mauritania Basketball Federation (FBBRIM) to lead Phase 2 of the Level 2 Coaches Education course for u16 and u18 coaches. More than 30 coaches participated in the 3-day course, led by coaches, Zac Richards and Dennis Chamberlain.
This course built on Phase 1 of the Level 2 Course which was implemented last year. Phase 2 focused on Applied Methodology including: Three types of drills, Direct Command, Task-based, and Guided Discovery; Part-to-whole progressions; Game-like practice planning; and The Coach/Leader. Each day included morning sessions in the classroom and on-court sessions each afternoon. Coach Richards and Coach Chamberlain demonstrated drills and led live practice sessions with a group of u18 girls who were identified as emerging talents. The participating coaches interacted in the sessions with passion and enthusiasm. They asked great and were very engaged throughout the activities. The players brought a lot of excitement and energy to the court. The growth and improvement of the girls during the week was evident to both GSP and Mauritanian coaches.
GSP also organized a one day “Pro Day” with advanced topics in basketball coaching. Pro Day featured Coach Toni Ten, the head coach of Movistar Estudiantes. He delivered top-level insights on Scouting and Low Post Play. Coach Zac and Coach Dennis also shared clinics on Sets for Shooters and Early Offense.
“Sport brings people together in such an incredible way! Training coaches and players in Mauritania has been a high point of my year. Not only were we able to do good basketball work in the classroom and on the court, we also were able to connect and build great relationships with passionate Mauritanian coaches of today and tomorrow!”
“Thanks to the quality of the content, the expertise of our trainers, and the pedagogical approach used, I have acquired essential skills that will serve me not only on the court but also in my role as a leader, educator, and role model for young basketball players. I would like to warmly thank the instructors for their patience, rigor, and availability. I also extend my gratitude to the Mauritania Basketball Federation for its commitment to developing future leaders in the sport. Finally, I won’t forget my fellow trainees – thank you for the camaraderie, the exchanges, the mutual respect, and the moments we shared.”
Coach Khary Fall
Global Sports Partners and the expert coaches are thankful for the warm welcome of the FBBRIM and President Youssef Fall. GSP looks forward to continuing the relationship and seeing the growth of the basketball coaches and players in Mauritania.