64934 wk pdf 51.qxp - University of North Dakota Athletics
64934 wk pdf 51.qxp - University of North Dakota Athletics
64934 wk pdf 51.qxp - University of North Dakota Athletics
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During Brian Jones’ tenure at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Iowa,<br />
he had a hand in developing eight All-Big Ten players<br />
at the guard and post positions. Additionally, a frontline<br />
player led the Big Ten conference in rebounding<br />
in six <strong>of</strong> the past seven years and led the conference in<br />
blocked shots for three straight years.<br />
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT<br />
All incoming players are evaluated when they arrive<br />
on campus. A detailed and individualized program for<br />
each player is developed that builds on strengths while<br />
eliminating weaknesses. By the time the player leaves<br />
the program, there will be no limitations in his game<br />
and he will be prepared for the next level.<br />
Coach Jones and his staff have broken down player<br />
development into six fundamental areas: 1) footwork<br />
2) ball handling & passing 3) shots <strong>of</strong>f the catch/dribble<br />
4) 1-on-1 moves 5) team defense 6) strength &<br />
conditioning.<br />
Graduate assistant Jayden Olson works a positioning drill with<br />
junior forward Mike Gutter. Below, assistant coach Chris<br />
Johnson looks on.<br />
Head coach Brian Jones and his staff emphasize player development<br />
in six fundamental areas.<br />
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