Team Loman
Temple Beth Am Basketball (2025)
Team Guide
Updated 4.30.25
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Overview
Welcome To The Team
We look forward to a great season of TBAM Basketball for Spring 2025!
Please review ALL the information below. This page will be updated as needed on an ongoing basis to provide important team instructions and access.
LET’S GO!
COACH MICHAEL LOMAN (COACH MIKE) AND ASSISTANT COACH ANGEL MUINA (COACH ANGEL)
Roster & Plays
1 - Chase
PG (1) / SG (2)
2 - Ian
SG (2) / SF (3)
3 - Max
SF (3) / PG (1) / SG (2)
4 - Alex
PF (4) / SF (3)
5 - Mason
SG (2) / PG (1) / SF (3)
6 - S
PF (4) / Center (5)
7 - FEFE
C (5) / PF (4)
8 - George
PF (4) / SF (3)
NOTE: Above in jersey number order. Positions each player will take on listed left to right based on highest probability, with underlined being each starting player’s main position.
Plays (Basic)
Plays (Advanced)
Plays (Inbound)
Important
What We Say & Do
RULE #1
When Coach says, ONE, TWO!…
You stop what you’re doing, pay attention, and say, THREE!
WHY?: Because sometimes we need the focus of the whole team, and we want to avoid talking over each other. We'll make sure everybody’s voice is heard when the time is right.
RULE #2
When Coach says, HOLD THE BALL!
YOU HOLD THE BALL!
RULE #3
When Coach says, TRAP!
Double team the man with the ball.
ONLY BETWEEN THE FREE THROW LINE AND THE BASE LINE.
RULE #4
When Coach says, PRESS!
Do full-court press defense.
ONLY 4TH AND 8TH PERIODS.
RULE #5
Communicate on the court.
Call out picks. Say, PICK!
Call out the number of the man you have on defense. Say, I GOT 2!
Call out rebounds. Say, REBOUND!
Call out for support to pass the ball if you’re trapped by defenders. Say, HELP!
Be sure to listen for your teammates and Coach Mike / Coach Angel for play calling.
REF (RESPECT, EFFORT, FUN)
R: RESPECT
Respect everyone. Treat coaches, players, refs, AND YOURSELF the right way.
E: EFFORT
Give your best effort and work hard.
F: FUN
Have fun and play free.
This means — supporting your teammates, giving yourself grace when things don't go your way, not arguing with the refs or opposing teams, doing your best, and knowing that you’re good enough to be on this team for a reason — so do your thing! As coaches, we’re here to help, so feel free to talk to us!
NOTE: Any issues with RESPECT or EFFORT — get ready to run or ride the bench.
SMOKED (SPREAD OUT, MOVE AROUND, OPEN MAN, KEEP CONTROL, EYES UP, DEFENSE)
S: SPREAD OUT!
Look for open space on the court.
M: MOVE WITHOUT THE BALL!
Get open, cut to the basket, set a pick or screen, get in position for a rebound, etc.
O: OPEN MAN!
Look for the open man.
K: KEEP CONTROL!
Stay controlled with the ball, make smart decisions, and limit turnovers. Control the pace of the game and play with confidence!
E: EYES UP!
See what’s happening. Teammates and defense — where are they and what are they doing?
D: DEFENSIVE PRESSURE!
Stay locked in on defense — stay in front of your man, contest shots, and apply pressure without fouling. Defense wins games!
BEEF (BEFORE YOU SHOOT, THINK BALANCE, ELBOW, EYES, FOLLOW THROUGH)
B: BALANCE
E: ELBOW
E: EYES
F: FOLLOW THROUGH
Sportsmanship
Our Very Favorite Topic
Please help us create an enriching experience for your sons to learn, grow, compete, and develop great friendships. Collectively as a team, we are to conduct ourselves respectfully and admirably at all times.
We are so grateful for the opportunity to volunteer and help bring these boys together. We appreciate your support!
Apps
WE’LL USE WHATSAPP FOR ALL COMMUNICATIONS ON A TEAM GROUP CHAT.
Download WhatsApp For Apple iPhone / iPad: CLICK HERE
Download WhatsApp For Android Smart Phone / Tablet: CLICK HERE
SIGN UP or LOGIN to WhatsApp.
Accept WhatsApp invite for team group chat sent to your mobile phone number.
Team Group Chat Name: Temple Beth Am Basketball (2025)
TeamSnap
WE'LL USE TEAMSNAP FOR TEAM MANAGEMENT, GAME / PRACTICE SCHEDULING, ETC.
Download TeamSnap For Apple iPhone / iPad: CLICK HERE
Download TeamSnap For Android Smart Phone / Tablet: CLICK HERE
Accept TeamSnap team invite sent to your email(s).
SIGN UP or LOGIN to TeamSnap via the apps above or the TeamSnap website. CLICK HERE
NOTE: PARENTS USE YOUR OWN FIRST / LAST NAME AND YOUR EMAIL WHERE THE INVITE WAS SENT AS THE USERNAME. SAVE YOUR PASSWORD.
Team Name: Temple Beth Am Basketball (2025)
HomeCourt
WE’LL USE THIS APP FOR PLAYERS TO PRACTICE AT HOME USING THEIR APPLE IPHONE / IPAD. FOR ANDROID USERS, WE RECOMMEND DRIBBLEUP.
Download HomeCourt For Apple iPhone / iPad: CLICK HERE
SIGN UP or LOGIN to HomeCourt. Use one email to register your son.
NOTE: PARENTS USE ONE EMAIL TO SIGN UP AND INSERT YOUR SON’S NAME / INFORMATION IN THE ACCOUNT PROFILE.
Join the team. CLICK HERE
Team Name: Temple Beth Am Basketball (2025)
Review the below instructions and guides as needed.
HomeCourt Setup: CLICK HERE
HomeCourt How To Videos & Instructions: CLICK HERE
Practices
Who?
Ideally, practices will include ALL players on the team. We understand that things happen and scheduling can be a challenge, but we would appreciate your best effort to attend.
Practices will be managed by one or both coaches depending on availability. It would be great if one or more player parents would volunteer as backups in the event coaches are unavailable.
What?
Practices will last approximately 1 hour, including basic basketball drills, training, and scrimmages.
PLAYERS ARE EXPECTED TO ARRIVE ON TIME, BE APPROPRIATELY DRESSED, AND BRING THEIR OWN WATER.
WE AIM TO PRACTICE WITH INTENTION AND INTENSITY, WHETHER IT’S SLOWING THINGS DOWN TO ENHANCE SKILLSETS OR GOING AT GAME SPEED TO PREPARE PLAYERS FOR COMPETITION AGAINST OTHER TEAMS IN THE LEAGUE. PLAYERS SHOULD COME READY TO PLAY AND GIVE THEIR BEST EFFORT.
When?
Mondays and Wednesdays. Likely 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
BUT PERHAPS NOT ALL MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS. THIS WILL DEPEND ON COACH AND COURT AVAILABILITY. PRACTICES WILL BE SCHEDULED VIA TEAMSNAP.
AS COACHES, WE PURPOSELY SELECTED PLAYERS WHOSE AVAILABILITY COINCIDED PER YOUR LISTED CONFLICT DAYS ON THE LEAGUE REGISTRATION FORM. SO PRACTICE DATES AND TIMES WILL BE ASSIGNED ACCORDINGLY.
WE MAY EVEN SET WEEKEND MORNING PRACTICES ON OCCASION WHERE PLAYERS CAN JOIN IF THEY LIKE.
Where?
Finding a basketball court is always a challenge, whether it’s indoor or outdoor. If outdoor, we must always take into account the practice time and whether the basketball court has lights given that sunset is at ~6:00 PM.
WE WILL ADD OTHER OPTIONS BELOW AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE.
Chase Cuomo's House
11645 SW 69th Avenue
Pinecrest, FL, 33156
DIRECTIONS: CLICK HERE
Murray Park
It’s outdoor courts are in excellent condition, have lights, and are usually available at 5:00 PM and thereafter until the park closes at 9:00 PM.
MURRAY PARK
5800 SW 66th Street
South Miami, FL 33143
Phone: (305) 668-3876
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - Friday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
DIRECTIONS: CLICK HERE
Other Courts
Courts In The Area: CLICK HERE
Games
Schedule
The full regular season schedule is live!
Team Schedule: CLICK HERE
Whole League Schedule: CLICK HERE
PLAYERS ARE EXPECTED TO ARRIVE ON TIME (AT LEAST 15 MINUTES BEFORE GAME TIME), BE APPROPRIATELY DRESSED, AND BRING THEIR OWN WATER.
REGULAR SEASON GAMES ARE RARELY IF EVER RESCHEDULED. SO ALL PLAYERS ARE EXPECTED TO BE IN ATTENDANCE. IF A PLAYER IS UNABLE TO ATTEND, PLEASE NOTIFY OUR COACHES ASAP.
Attire & Equipment
Jerseys, etc.
We expect jerseys to be delivered to Temple Beth Am on Friday, February 7, 2025 in the afternoon. The commissioner will inform us once they are delivered and sorted, so one of the coaches can pick them up. We plan to give the jerseys to players immediately before the first game on Monday, February 10, 2025.
If you have any concerns about that, please let us know. Note that each team is receiving a bag with eight jerseys and eight shorts. We will do our best to distribute jerseys based on size. If we can't make the provided sizes work, we've been instructed by the league to let them know in order to swap out to other sizes as needed. We’d like to make an effort to distribute the jerseys in such a way that we avoid the need to swap out, so if your player is available Friday afternoon to try the uniform on-site, please let us know.
PRACTICES: Players can wear whatever appropriate sportswear they like.
GAMES: Players must wear the jersey and shorts provided by the league.
Accessories
NO: Jewelry, bracelets, or necklaces of any kind.
YES: Headbands, wristbands, arm / leg sleeves, arm / leg braces, and mouth guards. Small manufacturer logos only. Violation of this rule will result in an immediate indirect technical foul to the coach when the player enters the game.
Shoes
Basketball shoes that are in good condition are highly encouraged for providing players the proper support to enhance performance and avoid injuries.
Basketballs
Official Basketball Size: 28.5 in
Basketballs will be provided at both practices and games.
Water
Players are required to bring their own water to both practices and games.
Summary
Length of Games
32 MINUTES
8 PERIODS PER GAME / 4 MINUTES PER PERIOD
DURING THE GAME: The clock will only stop for shooting fouls and timeouts. Running time will be kept.
LAST 2 MINUTES OF 8TH PERIOD & IN LAST MINUTE OF OVERTIME: The clock will stop on all referee whistles.
Playing Time Rule
WHEN TEAMS HAVE AN EQUAL NUMBER OF PLAYERS
8 PLAYERS: EACH PLAYER MUST PLAY 5 PERIODS
7 PLAYERS: 5 PLAYERS MUST PLAY 6 PERIODS & 2 PLAYERS MUST PLAY 5 PERIODS
6 PLAYERS: 4 PLAYERS MUST PLAY 7 PERIODS & 2 PLAYERS MUST PLAY 6 PERIODS
5 PLAYERS: EACH PLAYER PLAYS THE WHOLE GAME
WHEN TEAMS DO NOT HAVE AN EQUAL NUMBER OF PLAYERS
TEAM WITH MORE PLAYERS
4 PERIODS PER PLAYER MINIMUM
7 PERIODS PER PLAYER MAXIMUM
IF 8 PLAYERS TO 7 PLAYERS
4 PERIODS PER PLAYER MINIMUM
6 PERIODS PER PLAYER MAXIMUM
TEAM WITH LESS PLAYERS
7 PLAYERS: 5 PLAYERS MUST PLAY 6 PERIODS & 2 PLAYERS MUST PLAY 5 PERIODS
6 PLAYERS: 4 PLAYERS MUST PLAY 7 PERIODS & 2 PLAYERS MUST PLAY 6 PERIODS
5 PLAYERS: EACH PLAYER PLAYS THE WHOLE GAME
Substitutions
SUBSTITUTIONS ONLY ALLOWED IN BETWEEN PERIODS
EXCEPT: If a player must leave the game due to injury, illness, or disqualification. If a player leaves the game during a period in progress, regardless of the amount of time remaining in the period, the player entering the game must not exceed the maximum number of periods allowed for the team unless no alternative exists.
Defense
PERSON-TO-PERSON DEFENSE IS REQUIRED
EXCEPT: Teams are permitted to play zone defense and guard the ball with any number of defenders once the ball has crossed half-court during the 8th period.
DOUBLE TEAMING OR DOUBLE GUARDING IS ONLY ALLOWED WHEN THE BALL HANDLER AND BALL ARE BETWEEN THE BASELINE AND FREE THROW LINE
BACKCOURT GUARDING IS ONLY ALLOWED IN THE 4TH AND 8TH PERIODS
10-Second Rule
NO PLAYER CAN HOLD THE BALL FOR MORE THAN 10 CONSECUTIVE SECONDS ONCE THE PLAYER HAS PASSED THE HALF COURT LINE
Contact Information
Coaches
Michael Loman (Coach Mike)
COACH
Angel Emilio Muina (Coach Angel)
ASSISTANT COACH
NOTE: CONTACT INFORMATION FOR ALL PLAYERS AND PARENTS IS AVAILABLE VIA TEAMSNAP.
League Organizers
Michael Williams
COMMISSIONER
Craig Mankoff
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR