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Ball‑Screen Defense Mastery with Kirkwood Coach Tim Sandquist

Join us in our Summer Series with Tim Sandquist, head coach at Kirkwood Community College, as he breaks down the X’s and O’s behind one of the most efficient defenses in the nation. Just weeks after leading the Eagles to a program-record 33 wins and their 4th NJCAA Division II National Championship, Tim was named NABC Two-Year Coach of the Year—a season defined by defensive discipline and cohesiveness.In this episode, Coach Sandquist dives into:What makes Kirkwood's ball-screen defense consistently elite in national rankingsHow language, concepts, and repetitions create a defensive culture that sidelines even high-powered offensesThe tools and mindset he installs to keep leading the league year after year in defensive efficiencyBuilding identity and buy-in from every member of a deep, unselfish rosterWhether you’re a coach, player, or hoops nerd, this episode offers clear, actionable insights on teaching, executing, and mastering ball-screen defense in team settings.Basketball coaching, ball screen defense, defensive efficiency, Coach Tim Sandquist, Kirkwood Eagles, NJCAA national champions, NABC Coach of the Year, team culture, defensive language, youth coaching, basketball X’s & O’sConnect with us! @ShootersTouchIA @BClaude515 @adamvietDSM

Summer Camp

We’re taking a quick dive into the Winterset Team Camp action from the weekend—plenty of teams, a few intriguing matchups, and some coaching changes that could shake things up this summer. Short, sweet, and full of hoops talk. #hoopsIowa #shooterstouch #shootersIowa #summerhoops

Offensive Spacing with Brett Watson

Waukee NW Head Coach Brett Watson is back to help us kick off our summer coaching series! In this episode, we dive into the art of offensive spacing—how to create gaps through smart positioning and movement. We also explore what it means to play with “JAZZ”—free, instinctive basketball with rhythm and flow. Whether you coach high school, AAU, or youth, this one’s for you. Stick around to the end where Coach Watson drops his 3 essential keys for youth coaches looking to build a strong foundation.💥 If you’re a basketball coach, trainer, or hoops junkie, this series is for you.🏀 Powered by a deep love for the game—and supported by Bryan Claude Real Estate, your go-to for residential or commercial needs in Iowa.📢 Like the pod? Share it, follow us, and support the team behind the mic.🎧 As always, #ShootersShoot

Shooters Touch – March Madness & Iowa Hoops Update! 🎙🏀

Shooters Touch – March Madness & Iowa Hoops Update! 🎙🏀Kirkwood wins a national championship! 🏆 Dordt plays for the NAIA title tonight, and Iowa vs. Oklahoma in the Sweet 16 showdown. Plus, it’s official—Ben McCollum is Iowa’s next head coach. What does that mean for the Hawkeyes and Drake’s future? Iowa State’s tough loss, Colorado State’s great season (featuring Bowen Born 👀), and we say goodbye to some high-character, talented seniors at Drake, UNI, and Iowa State.Tap in now! 🎧🔥 #ShootersTouch #IowaHoops #MarchMadness

Hoop Troop: State Recap

The Boys State Basketball breakdown you’ve been waiting for! 🏀🔥We dive into all the action from the floor to the sidelines—coaching decisions, officiating, wild crowds, and everything in between. Four new champions, incredible storylines, and an overall electric tournament! What went right? What went wrong? We cover it all. Tap in and relive the madness with us! 🎧🏆 #HoopTroop #ShootersTouch #IowaHoops