Vincent Collet {French NT}

Slappin’ Glass sits down this week with the recently retired Head Coach of the French National Team, after being in the role for 15 years, Vincent Collet! The trio dive into Coach Collet’s thoughts on developing young talent, after he played a major role in the ascent of Victor Wembanyama and Nicolas Batum, and discuss […]

Darren Savino {UCLA}

Slappin’ Glass sits down this week with the Associate Head Coach of UCLA MBB, Darren Savino! Coach Savino has been at Mick Cronin’s side for over 15 years helping build some of the best defenses in the country year after year, and shares his thoughts on those core principles and philosophies. The trio also discuss […]

Darren Savino – UCLA’s Defensive Concepts & Drills

“Uncomfortable teams shoot a low percentage.” One of the standout sessions from our first annual “SG SoCal Coaches Summit” was led by UCLA Associate Head Coach, Darren Savino, who presented on UCLA’s concepts and drills designed to teach defensive pressure. Coach Savino has been at UCLA Head Coach, Mick Cronin’s, side from Murray State, to […]

Lassi Tuovi {Finland NT/Yokohama B-Corsairs}

Slappin’ Glass sits down this week with the Finnish NT Head Coach, along with Head Coach of Japan’s  Yokohama B-Corsairs, Lassi Tuovi! In this highly detailed conversation the trio explore Coach Tuovi’s thoughts on modern offensive thoughts, playing smaller lineups, and discuss how to defend good ball movement and mentally refreshing as a coach during […]