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🏀 David Arseneault Jr. — The Art, Discipline, & Evolution of System Basketball 

David Arseneault Jr., Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Grinnell College, joins Episode 172 of the Significant Coaching Podcast for a deep dive into one of the most unique systems in the game.

In Part 1, we go beyond the surface of “organized chaos” and get into the reality of coaching System basketball—how it’s taught, how it evolves, and why it’s far more intentional than most people realize. David breaks down the defensive philosophy behind the system, how they develop rim protection and positional awareness, and what it takes for players to adjust to the pace both physically and mentally.

We also get into rotations, player buy-in, staff collaboration, and the balance between structure and freedom that allows his teams to play fast without losing discipline. This is a conversation about trust, identity, and coaching with conviction—while still evolving with the game.

If you’ve ever wondered what really goes into coaching at that pace, this episode delivers.

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