Ever wondered why your kid's basketball team is struggling despite seemingly talented players? The answer might lie in what you're NOT measuring.

In this eye-opening episode, I share game-changing basketball statistics that will transform how you view youth basketball success. Drawing from conversations with former NBA player Jerome "Junkyard Dog" Williams, I reveal the secret metrics professional teams track that directly correlate with winning - metrics you can easily implement with your middle school or high school athlete.

Forget points and assists. We dive deep into Energy Generating Behaviors (EGBs) - measurable actions like defensive communication, deflections, and team touches that create momentum shifts. I explain why tracking "kills" (three consecutive defensive stops) might be the most powerful team metric you've never heard of, complete with real examples from our championship game where defensive focus completely changed outcomes.

The beauty of these statistics? They're based on effort and basketball IQ rather than natural talent, giving every player a path to contribute meaningfully. Parents will appreciate how these metrics provide objective feedback for improvement conversations, while coaches can use them to build defensive cultures that win games.

Download our free stat sheet from the show notes and start implementing these professional-level tracking systems with your young athlete today. Your perspective on what creates basketball success will never be the same. If you've found value in these insights, please take a moment to leave a review and share with another basketball parent who needs this information!

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