Mitch Evans

Thomas Downey High Boys Varsity Basketball Coach

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

Few ideas I’ve been reminded about lately from the legend John Danaher.

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

@data168 I really like it next week targeting at least 65.61. Setting up for a very nice reversal into potentially new highs.

I kinda want to get a little more time on it than 5/29.... have you gotten into any cons for June?

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

@ayceATH God bless the strat.

[Joe〽️ess @THEEJoeMess]

@GoodmanHoops Why are we complaining that we get to watch the better teams advance?

[Dustin Aubert @dustinaubert]

TWO FEET vs. ONE FOOT

Big South Championship

High Point 🟣 2 ft: 80% / 1ft: 33%
Winthrop 🟠 2 ft: 65% / 1 ft: 29%

Footwork is the lifeblood of a basketball 🏀 player

[Coach McKim @beyerbball]

Curtis Harmon proving why he’s on the short list for District Player of the year. 2 blocks short of a triple double dominating both ends of the court.

19 points
11 rebounds
8 blocks
3 charges taken

No player in the district more valuable to his team. 🔴🔵🏀

@Quade1095

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

He really wrote an essay on how to kill high school basketball. Nobody wants to watch that product or play in that.

[Bob Greenburg @BobGreenburg]

Here are the main reasons people (me) consider a shot clock problematic or "bad" for high school basketball:

- It hurts underdogs and creates bigger blowouts — Without a shot clock, a less talented team can slow the game way down (holding the ball for long stretches) to limit possessions and give themselves a better chance at an upset. A shot clock removes that strategy, forcing them to play faster against superior opponents, which often leads to more lopsided scores. This is especially relevant in high school, where talent gaps between teams can be huge (unlike more even college/pro levels).

- It takes away legitimate strategy and coaching creativity — High school basketball is unique in allowing varied styles, including deliberate, slow-paced offenses (e.g., motion sets that take 45–60+ seconds). Critics say forcing quicker shots reduces strategic depth and turns the game into something more like college/pro ball, which isn't always the goal at the high school level (where most players aren't heading to college hoops).

- Potential negative impact on player development and fundamentals — Some argue that rushing possessions leads to more bad shots, turnovers, sloppy play, and rushed decisions, especially for developing high school players who may not have the skills yet to consistently create good looks in under 35 seconds. Without the clock, teams can teach patience, ball movement, and better shot selection.

- It can disrupt game flow in the opposite way — Ironically, strict adherence to a shot clock might cause teams to pass up good early shots to "use more clock," slowing the pace artificially (similar to what happened in some college eras with slower, clock-managing teams like old Wisconsin or Virginia styles). This could interrupt natural flow more than occasional stalling does.

- Cost and logistics — Installing and maintaining shot clocks (displays, operators, backups for malfunctions) costs schools thousands of dollars per gym ($3,000–$4,000+ estimates in some states), plus ongoing expenses. Many smaller or underfunded programs see this as unnecessary when the game has functioned without it for decades.

- Late-game dynamics aren't always improved — While a shot clock can prevent endless stalling when leading, some say the current no-clock setup (combined with rules like double bonus) already favors the leading team too much via fouling/free throws. But others point out that extreme stalling (e.g., 4-2 games or holding for minutes) is rare and can be countered by aggressive defense instead of changing the rules for.

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

@TradeSniperSara 4 hr 1-2-2 rev for iwm? Caught IWM on that with the 30m Failed 2 BMO for confluence. Good stuff Sara 🤞

[Hoop Herald @TheHoopHerald]

Merrimack is 6-0 in the MAAC

Joey Gallo is one of the best coaches in the nation at any level

[Reid Ouse @reidouse]

It’s important to understand the offensive concept of “Swing Swing” or “Skip Swing”

Avoid driving immediately after a drive.

Look to shoot it or swing it so the second player that touches it gets the better driving angle.

[Anthony Pugh @Anthony_Pugh2]

Make catch & shoot 3s
Play defense
Finish off two feet

You’ll play.

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

@thestrat Always great when the trade is smooth as butter like today. Caught that as well. Have a good weekend!

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

@HalfCourtHoops Thought it was just me. It’s been bad.

[Adrian Aguirre @Adr1an_A0]

Full Name: Adrian Aguirre
School Name: Livingston High
Height: 5’11
Weight: 160
Position: PG/SG
GPA:4.45
Film: https://t.co/chMoDKDdiH
Film: https://t.co/D7uz2TO3yi

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

@JoeyGall0 Make Chaos has changed the way I look at our defensive principles and after a full season committing to the install, it showed real dividends for our group this summer. Thank you for all you do.

[TD Football Club @Tdfootball]

For tickets, go to:
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[Downey Athletic Boosters @tdboosters]

1st Annual Downey Athletic Alumni Kickoff Knight https://t.co/frazaNUD42 @Tdfootball @MitchellAEvans We look forward to seeing old friends and making new ones!

[TD Football Club @Tdfootball]

1st Annual Downey Athletic Alumni Kickoff Knight!
Come and Join us!!
Saturday August 2nd, at St. Joseph's
Get your tickets here: https://t.co/6cVXhH0aOz

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

Few ideas I’ve been reminded about lately from the legend John Danaher.

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

A few additions to ideas from John Danaher

[Coach McKim @beyerbball]

I’ll just post this now. Cause it is inevitable. 😂

[Mitch Evans @MitchellAEvans]

Hurtado has been a great coach and person over the years. I’ve been lucky to have some fun battles and really respect the work done in that program. Whether it was fall league or a random tournament, he was always a great person to talk to about hoop.

[Shawn Jansen @MuhsdSports]

El Capitan boys basketball coach Adrian Hurtado steps down after leading Gauchos to section title game.
@ECapbaseball @GauchoNetwork @ecgauchos @ElCapBasketball @ElCapGirlsBball @ECPrincipalCope @MercedUHSD
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