Thursday, December 4, 2008

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Flex Offense myths debunked!
Myth #1: The Flex is an Antiquated Offense

Fact: The Flex is run at every level of the game in some form, from grade school to the NBA.

* The Flex is a staple in some of the most prominent Division 1 men’s basketball programs, including a perennial Cinderella, the University of Gonzaga, as well as 2001 national champion Maryland.

* The emphasis that the flex places on ball and player movement makes it an excellent developmental offense.

* In 2000, The Seattle Times named Mercer Island High School Head Coach Ed Pepple the Washington State Sports Coach of the Century

* Mercer Island has one of Washington State’s few true feeder programs. The flex is a cornerstone of the entire program…one that has won 4 state titles in the past 12 years

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