What Is The Levels Program?
And Why It's a Must Have!
For years, we’ve worked alongside volunteer youth coaches who are passionate about developing the next generation of players. These coaches play a critical role in shaping young athletes, but many face a significant challenge: they don’t have a formal background in coaching.
Most of these volunteers are in their 40s and haven’t spent much time around the game in over 20 years. While they understand the basics, they often feel lost when it comes to determining two crucial things:
1. What should players be able to do at specific age levels?
2. How do you effectively teach those skills?
That’s why we created The Levels Program—a comprehensive resource designed specifically for youth and high school coaches. It’s not just a guide for what players should be doing at each stage of their development; it’s also a step-by-step teaching tool.
Every skill breakdown in the program is crafted to be simple, accessible, and easy to follow—even for someone with little to no knowledge of the game. Our goal is to empower these volunteer coaches with the tools they need to confidently develop players at every age level, ensuring that young athletes get the guidance they deserve.
The Levels Program is more than just a resource—it’s a solution to a problem that has existed for far too long in youth basketball. We’re here to make coaching easier, more effective, and more impactful.
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What You'll Get with The Levels Program
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“Having clear benchmarks for each age group is huge. It eliminates the guesswork and helps me track my players’ progress more effectively. This program will be invaluable for every youth and high school coach.”
Marquis H.
“The idea of having a clear roadmap for what players should be doing at each age is something we’ve needed for years. If The Levels Program delivers on this, it’s going to be a game-changer for coaches like me who are always trying to figure out where to focus with our players.”
Beth F.
“I’m excited about the potential of a program that not only tells us what players need to learn but also breaks it down in a way we can teach it effectively. As a volunteer coach, having something like this would be a huge help.”
Bryan S.
Your Instructor
Reid Ouse brings over 18 years of basketball coaching experience, including seven years as a collegiate coach and the past decade as an NBA/WNBA skills coach. Known for his innovative training techniques, Reid has worked with some of the best players in the game, including Paige Bueckers, Andrew Wiggins, Azzi Fudd, Megan Gustafson, and Johni Broome. His expertise lies in developing elite-level skills and helping athletes maximize their potential on and off the court.
“As a coach working with both youth and high school players, the biggest challenge has always been understanding what skills my players need to master at each stage of their development. Without a clear roadmap, it’s easy to lose focus or overlook important fundamentals. That’s why having a plan is so crucial—one that not only outlines what players should be able to do at each level but also gives coaches the tools to help them get there.
I’m really excited to see how The Levels Program can help solve this problem. Every resource I’ve used from Catalyst Training has been top-notch—practical, easy to implement, and results-driven. I have no doubt this program will be a game-changer for coaches and players alike!”
– Coach Vasquez
1. Who is this program designed for?
This program is created for youth and high school basketball coaches, especially those who may not have a formal coaching background. It’s also a valuable resource for parents coaching youth teams or individual players looking to improve.
2. Can I use The Levels Program with an entire team or just individual players?
The program is flexible and can be used for both. Coaches can apply it to guide individual player development or as a framework for structuring team practices and goals.
3. How does The Levels Program help players and coaches?
The program offers clear benchmarks for skill progression by age and grade, ensuring players build a solid foundation before advancing. For coaches, it provides step-by-step instructions, tailored drills, and assessment tools to track player progress and improve teaching methods.
4. How long does it take to complete each level?
The time it takes to complete a level depends on the player’s starting point and commitment. Each level is designed to be achievable with consistent practice and can be adjusted based on the team or individual’s schedule and progress.
5. What skill categories are included in The Levels Program?
The program focuses on six key categories: Finishing, Shooting, Passing, Ball Handling, Footwork, and Concepts. Each category has multiple levels, allowing players to develop skills progressively.
6. Is the program suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. The Levels Program starts at Level 1, making it ideal for beginners. It provides simple, easy-to-follow instructions that even coaches with little basketball experience can confidently use.
7. How is progress measured in The Levels Program?
The program includes clear benchmarks and assessment tools for each skill category. Coaches can evaluate players’ performance against these benchmarks to track
If you have other questions, feel free to reach out to us at info@basketballcatalyst.com!
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