
A Quick Timeout with Coach Tony Miller
Helping basketball coaches become better teachers of the game through expert coaching interviews and film breakdowns. Each episode designed to fit into your busy schedule. Hosted by Coach Tony Miller.
Latest episodes

May 20, 2025 • 17min
The Next Move: Cultivating a Strong Head Coach-Assistant Relationship | Graham Maxwell, Emmanuel College
Having a strong relationship with your head basketball coach can be a game-changer for an assistant. This episode explores how open communication, proactive support, and a shared vision can foster that crucial bond. We delve into the tangible benefits, such as increased trust, mentorship opportunities, and a more collaborative and positive coaching environment for assistants with Emmanuel College's Graham Maxwell.Coach Portal is changing the job search process for basketball coaches at every level! With Coach Portal, you can build and expand your professional and network in a more authentic way. You can see mutual connections, get endorsements from trusted colleagues, and engage with hiring coaches directly. Signup for Coach Portal with the signup code COACHMILLER for the incredibly low price of $2.99/month: https://coach-portal.com/

May 13, 2025 • 34min
A Matchup 4-1 Zone Basketball Defense | Josh Brown, Covenant College Scots
Covenant College Scots (NCAA D3) head basketball coach, Josh Brown, breaks down his 4-1 umbrella zone defense in this film session.Click to watch the film session of the 4-1 Umbrella Matchup Zone Defense.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.

May 9, 2025 • 29min
Bounce Back: Thoughts for Conceptual Offense | Josh Schertz, St. Louis Billikens
Josh Schertz, head men's basketball coach for the St. Louis Billikens, shares some thoughts on conceptual offense, including triggers within flow offense, inverting half-court offense, and attacking ball screens.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.

May 6, 2025 • 10min
The Next Move: Build a Stand-Out Coaching Resume | Andrew Wingreen, New College Florida
In the first installment of the Next Move series (presented by Coach Portal). New College of Florida head coach, Andrew Wingreen, joins A Quick Timeout podcast to share practical ideas for basketball coaches looking to build their coaching resume and stand out from others.Coach Portal is changing the job search process for basketball coaches at every level! With Coach Portal, you can build and expand your professional and network in a more authentic way. You can see mutual connections, get endorsements from trusted colleagues, and engage with hiring coaches directly. Signup for Coach Portal with the signup code COACHMILLER for the incredibly low price of $2.99/month: https://coach-portal.com/

May 1, 2025 • 21min
Level Up Your Basketball Player Development | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching
SAVI Coaching's Mark Cascio provides insights into player development, including the process for planning player development, how to use scaffolding to level up your training, and drill ideas to train both skills and decision-making.SAVI Coaching's Live WebinarThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.

Apr 22, 2025 • 35min
Non-Stop Pressure Full-Court Defense | Mike Morrell, UNC Asheville Bulldogs
UNC Asheville head basketball coach, Mike Morrell, shares insights on the Bulldogs full-court pressure defense, including details for pressing, trapping, and ball screen coverages.More from Coach Morrell:Relentless Full-Court & Half-Court Pressure DefenseThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.

Apr 15, 2025 • 23min
Transfer Portal for Basketball Coaches | Kevin Abrams, Coach-Portal
Coach Portal is changing the job search process for basketball coaches at every level! CP's co-founder, Kevin Abrams, joins A Quick Timeout podcast to share how Coach Portal is helping coaches find AND land the perfect fit coaching job.Signup for Coach Portal with the signup code COACHMILLER for the incredibly low price of $2.99/month: https://coach-portal.com/This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.

Apr 8, 2025 • 38min
Offseason Player Development | Chris Kreider, Rice Owls
Rice associate head coach, Chris Kreider, shares the Owls' philosophy for player development in the offseason. Included is a film study of drills and small-sided games used to teach the team's conceptual offensive system.More resources from Coach Kreider:Player-Coach Development WebinarPick-N-Roll Offense WebinarTransition Defense WebinarThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.

Apr 1, 2025 • 16min
Butler's Final Four Run | Khyle Marshall, Butler Bulldogs
Khyle Marshall, assistant coach for the Furman Paladins, was a member of the 2011 national runner-up. He shares his experience on Brad Stevens' second Final Four run, including game prep, key culture-building moments, and more coaching insights.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.

Mar 25, 2025 • 33min
Player Development Small-Sided Games | Chris Fowler, Western Michigan Broncos
Christopher Fowler, assistant coach at Western Michigan, shares small-sided games for skill development and decision-making training. He also talks coaches through his innovative player evaluation sheet, a tool designed to provide actionable feedback and guide offseason development.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.