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Court Positioning Doesn’t Have to Be a Guessing Game

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Join me LIVE Tuesday, September 15 at 3 pm Pacific / 6 pm Eastern

" Where should I be when..." is one of the most common questions I get asked. But the answer isn't a mystery, and you already see more CLUES than you realize.

I'll share a framework that helps you use those clues to know where to move.

  • Recognize the clues from your opponents' position.
  • Move to cover the most likely shot without feeling like a guessing game
  • Work with your partner to cover more court

Court positioning is where the game gets more complex...but it's also where it gets more fun.

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