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How to control and dicipline under 14's?

If they'd rather talk than do the drills, set them challenges in the drills that will give them an incentive once they achieve the target as individuals. At the same time, set a penalty for the whole group if none of them achieves the target.

For example, line them up to take foul shots, first person in the line shoots, rebounds, passes back & goes to the back of the line. Tell them they can have a break after they score 3 foul shots. If as a group they each miss their first two shots and it's because they're not taking it seriously, then make them run a lap. Then repeat the drill one more time, with double penalty, to make sure it's the attitude which is the problem rather than lack of skills.

Or you could suggest that the first 5 to reach the target start in the next game.

You'll soon notice them trying harder to succeed, and those who need the practice will get more practice. Just make sure you stop the drill once half of them have reached the target or if those who are left aren't making headway.

Having done this for many years start with

One whistle freeze and two whistles bring it in and balls on the ground.

Any one slacking stop the group and ten push ups et al

From my teaching days mip and alt.

Maximum individual participation and active learning time.

Dont give them a time to talk set drills where they are on the go the whole time.

Happy to run a training if u need email me to,discuss

240V can result in spontaneous combustion

Why 12V Jack- a short burst of 240V acts quicker if you want their attention- just hope that you're not at Wayville, Hillcrest or Port when the floor is wet HA ha

Clamps and a 12 V battery works wonders

Probably best to set some ground rules first- U14 should be there to learn some skills but basically have fun.
Keep drills short to maintain enthusiasm & concentration-- easier said than done

Some teams will kick your arse, but set goals such as a target of X points per quarter in offence and a target to restrict the opposition.
Should 1 player have good knowledge but no 'team skills', team them whilst sitting on the bench that it benefits all to have more than 1 star.
Don't forget that should you come across an easy beat team that you were once there and show the kids some respect.

Am I thinking that somebody is putting some "bait" out there?
Coaching U14 Div1 and coming on Hoops for advice?
Come on-- which club??