Players Playbook- Working to Be a Good Three Point Shooter

 

When I was coaching, it was not unusual for a player to launch threes in a game that might not even hit the rim. They might be shooting only 15% from three in games but thought they should be able to keep launching up the threes. 

My Scout Report- WNBA Starting & NBA Fighting (4-25-26)

My observations from another week of basketball and retirement…

1987 Streaks Baseball- Elite 8 Appearance

The Regular Season- 14 wins & 13 losses

The 1987 Silver Streaks baseball team made it to the Elite 8. This was Galesburg’s first trip to State in baseball since 1973. Galesburg HS started baseball in 1946 and during the next 41 years, the Streaks made it to State five times- 1946, 1956, 1962, 1966, and 1972. 

HOF Insights- Keeping the “Linemen” & Their Parents Happy

In football, not everyone gets to be the quarterback or the star running back. Someone has to be up front blocking. In volleyball, not everyone gets set up to hit the ball and not everyone gets to be the setter. In basketball, not everyone gets 20 shots per game or gets to shoot threes. 

Every sport has positions and jobs that are crucial to the team’s success but they are not positions that grab glory and attention. It is easy for the “linemen” in a sport to feel unappreciated. 

As a coach, how did you try to make the “linemen” of your sport feel appreciated and important. 

Streaks Alumni Profile- Telicia Bunch 1993

Today’s Streaks Alumni Profile features Telicia Bunch from the GHS class of 1993. 

Massey Quiz #42- Animals Big & Small

Today’s quiz is to test your knowledge of the animal kingdom. Good luck!!

The answers are at the end of the quiz. Keep track of your score and read exactly what your score indicates. If you would like- share your score on the Facebook or Massey Blog under the comments. 

1966 Illinois Boys Basketball State Tourney

 State Champions- Thornton

Coaches’ Corner- Centering Ball for Backdoor Options

 

Coaches’ Corner- This is a simple action, getting the ball to the middle of the floor to create basket cuts on both sides of the floor. 

1959-60- Galesburg HS Moves To Fremont Street

I have put together a collection of some of the pictures from the 1960 GHS Reflector. I have focused on pictures associated with the “new school,” as well as pictures of the extensive number of activities and classes available to GHS students in 1960. 

I am sure as you look at these pictures, they may bring back memories of the 1960’s and 1970’s at GHS, and it also may produce questions. Here are some questions and comments I have after looking at the pictures…

I would love for you to share if you have some answers to my questions, and share your own comments and questions. 

Streaks Alumni Profile- Rich “Hawkeye” Kinney 1985

Today’s “Streaks Alumni Profile” features Rich Kinney from the GHS class of 1985. 

Galesburg’s Time Capsule- This Week in History (April 20, 2026)

 

This is a look back at the history of Galesburg (and the world). What was going on 100 years ago, 75 years ago, 50 years ago, 25 years ago, and 10 years ago this week? 

Coaches’ Corner- Bad Screen, Good Screen for Three

Coaches’ Corner- This is a nice counter to a fade action to set up a good shooter or a point guard. 

1995 Illinois Girls Basketball Class A State Tourney

My Scout Report- Controversies (April 19)

My observations after another week of basketball and retirement…

Players Playbook with Brenna Saline- Secrets of a Hall of Fame Player

Brenna Saline was an All-State HS player at Galesburg then a successful college player. In 2011, I asked her to share what motivated her as a player. 

Brenna Saline is a player who was not afraid of work. She had strong goals in basketball, and was committed to working to achieve her goals. As a result of her hard work, she was not only a great high school player but she went on to become a very good college player.

Here are the Brenna’s secrets to success…