▶️ Show Notes
⏱️Timestamps:
1:48 – Dan Krikorian’s Basketball Background
3:58 – Choosing Chapman University
6:24 – Playing Multiple Sports vs. Specialization
10:10 – What College Coaches Look for in Recruiting
13:35 – Choosing the Right AAU Team
16:21 – Getting Noticed by College Coaches
20:40 – Basketball IQ and Player Development
26:32 – Benefits of Prep School Basketball
28:23 – D3 Basketball and Finding the Right Fit
32:46 – What Great Coaches Have in Common
36:22 – How His Coaching Philosophy Evolved
39:12 – Slapping Glass Podcast and Resources
40:41 – Quick Hitters
43:19 – Wrapping Up
💡 Key Topics:
– What college coaches look for in players beyond scoring statistics and highlight reels
– How basketball IQ, spacing, cutting, and decision-making affect recruiting evaluations
– Division 3 basketball recruiting and the increasing level of talent in college basketball
– Choosing the right college basketball program based on fit, opportunity, and playing experience
– AAU basketball recruiting, quality coaching, and trusted recruiting relationships
– Developing basketball IQ through live competition, small-sided games, and better decisions
– Prep school basketball benefits, including physical maturity, independence, and preparation for college
– Lessons from top basketball coaches on keeping the game simple and continuing to learn
🏀 About Dan Krikorian:
Dan Krikorian is the head men’s basketball coach at Chapman University, a Division III program in Southern California. A former Chapman basketball player, Dan returned to the university as a coach and now leads its men’s basketball program.
He is also a co-host of Slapping Glass, a basketball coaching platform featuring a podcast, educational content, and resources exploring basketball tactics, coaching philosophies, and leadership. Through his work at Chapman University Basketball and Slapping Glass, Dan shares insights into player evaluation, basketball development, and coaching the game.
🔗 Connect with Dan Krikorian:
Website | https://www.slappinglass.com/
Slappin’ Glass IG | https://www.instagram.com/slappin_glass/
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Dan’s X | https://x.com/DanKrikorian
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