Win The Season Sponsored by Fastbreak Playbook-Episode #56 Offensive Transition

Win The Season Sponsored by Fastbreak Playbook-Episode #56 Offensive Transition

Author: Martin Plum September 9, 2026 Duration: 21:25

Like we've discussed every time the term "transition" comes up, offensive transition is one half of your transition game that you're going to do anywhere from 55-70 times a game. In today's podcast, we examine different ways that you can beat teams in offensive transition, why it's better to play fast than slow (if possible) and keys to a great transition game. In addition, we have a really good quote from Jim Calhoun on playmakers, and we take a look at Brenda Frese, the terrific WBB HC at Maryland University.


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