EPISODE 245: ANDY FITZGERALD

In this high-level hoops conversation, Coach Andy Fitzgerald talks all things basketball, analytics, coaching philosophy, and daily habits that lead to sustained success. Andy brings decades of experience from the D2, JUCO, and high school levels—and breaks down how he's applied analytics to elevate teams without big staffs or resources. From fast-paced offense and shot selection to why “percentage > raw numbers,” this is a masterclass in building a modern program rooted in data and trust. Key Topics Covered:

- Andy’s journey from D2 player to college coach to high school head coach

- Why he wrote *Basketball Analytics 101*—and what he hopes coaches learn from it

- The two most important stats every coach should track (and why)

- Teaching players to understand and use analytics without overwhelming them

- Defining and using “Big Advantage Threes” and the concept of the “7 shot”

- How to train fast, conceptual basketball without chaos- Why shot selection *is* culture—and how to build confidence in shooters

- Daily habits for coaches to stay sharp and consistent during the season

- Using film to teach, not just correct

- Encouraging silent reflection and focus as a performance tool

Big Quotes:

“What you emphasize is what you should measure. What you measure should impact winning.” — Andy Fitzgerald

“You can track everything—but you can’t emphasize everything. Pick 3-5 battles and live in those.” — Andy Fitzgerald

“Forget the result. If everything looked right—the shot, the pass, the pace—it’s a win, make or miss.” — Andy Fitzgerald

Connect with Coach Andy Fitzgerald:

- X: @_AndyFitzgerald

- Book: *Basketball Analytics 101* (reach out to Andy—he’s happy to share!)

For Coaches & Hoopers: Whether you're looking to build a data-driven program, improve team communication around roles and shot selection, or just want to hear two basketball minds nerd out on analytics—this episode is packed with takeaways you can apply *tomorrow*.🎙LISTEN TO MY PODCAST: 

PODCAST ON SPOTIFY:  https://open.spotify.com/show/52sfx0kpIm51cCwRRHo1l6?si=JaDisSv8SFm9MDpekmKsVw

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