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Jul 25
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Zach Chu on Applying a Data Driven Appro...

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Slappin' Glass sits down this week with newly hired Head Coach of Radford MBB, Zach Chu! Before becoming Radford's HC, Coach Chu spent nine years in the NBA and in this episode dives deep into into why a data driven approach is necessary in modern offensive and defensive strategy, along with recruiting, culture building, and player development; and discusses stampede action and why the best defenses always defend at the rim during the entertaining "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"

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