Program · Small Guard Essentials

A complete development system for undersized guards

A 12-week development program designed to help smaller guards become the most skilled, reliable, and dangerous players on the floor, regardless of size.

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Small Guard Essentials

What's Inside

Stop guessing during workouts and games. This program gives small guards a clear system to train with purpose and play with confidence.

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60 Structured Workouts

A 12-week plan (5 days/week) built to develop elite small guard skill. Each workout is designed to be done solo with minimal equipment, while directly connecting to live play.

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Small Guard Education

On par with the classic "Attention to Detail" series, Coleman has produced hours of content exclusive to the Small Guard Essentials Program to take your results to the next level and become a student of the game.

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Skill Focuses

We've identified 18 foundational skills required for undersized guards, and we strategically target them in workouts throughout the program.

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Exclusive Resources

All Virtual Academy programs include additional resources (e.g., nutritional guidance, yoga sessions, exclusive workouts, and more).

The BAM Difference

What makes Small Guard Essentials different?

We're glad you asked. Here's what makes our Small Guard Essentials different than anything you've ever experienced.

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Dominate with or without a partner

We understand the struggle of looking for someone to train with and having no luck. This program is built so you can develop elite skill and feel on your own, using intentional reps that translate directly to live play when you step back on the court.

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Skill that makes size irrelevant

The best undersized guards separate themselves by being undeniable: so skilled, composed, and adaptable that you can't turn them down. This program develops the tools small guards rely on most: change of pace, touch, creativity, counters, and confidence in tight spaces.

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Strategic Focuses

Ballhandling movement, floaters & runners, shiftiness, defense, shooting reps the right way, catch & shoot adaptability, freestyle, short jumpers, finishing with contact, mid range, pace, creativity, contested shooting, 3-point range, athleticism finishing, competitiveness, handling pressure, and pick and roll game.

18 Foundational Skills

By the end you'll have improved across the board

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Ballhandling Movement
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Floaters & Runners
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Shiftiness
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Defense
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Shooting Repetition, The Right Way
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Catch & Shoot Adaptability
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Freestyle & Innovation
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Short Jumpers
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Finishing With Contact
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Mid Range Efficiency
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Ballhandling Pace
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Ballhandling Creativity
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Contested Shooting
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3-Point Range
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Athleticism Finishing
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All-Around Competitiveness
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Handling Pressure
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Pick & Roll Game
After the 12 weeks

You'll notice

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You're far more skilled

Small guards must be the most skilled on the floor, and this program doesn't shy away from that, but looks to stretch the limits of your skill.

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You play confidently in-game

You've trained in ways that build deep, adaptable skill, not just monotonous reps that have you stuck when it's game-time.

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You've learned from the best

Success leaves clues, so film study is a big focus on the program. You'll leave with a better feel for how to execute despite smaller stature.

"Staying consistent on the Virtual Academy helped Karl consistently elevate each year. He's now not only playing, but killing, in 2nd division Sweden as a teenager."

Karl · Sweden
Coach Coleman Ayers
If you're not familiar

About BAM & Coach Coleman Ayers

10 years of coaching experience with youth, NCAA, and professional athletes. Author of two best-selling books dissecting the science and art of basketball through the lens of skill acquisition and movement. Coaching experience in 35 countries. Provides consulting, film breakdowns, and training programs to NBA and EuroLeague players year-round.

This system was built through years of coaching, testing, and refining what truly helps players grow, both on and off the court.

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Your Questions, Answered

Frequently asked questions

All Virtual Academy programs are 10-12 weeks, with the exception of the Ultimate Athleticism Program (much longer) and the Advanced Ballhandling Extension (more of a weekly routine). Each of these are organized into daily workouts in a strategically planned order. Then, we use the weekends to attack other important pieces of a holistic training schedule, such as mobility, meditation, recovery, IQ, and more.
The SGE can be done with a simple hoop and basketball. Preferably, you'll have access to a partner, a group, or pickup games at some point throughout the week, but it's not required.
Each workout is adjustable based on how much time you have, and for skill level. They can take anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours depending on how you're feeling and how much time you have.
Each drill can be adjusted based on skill level. All programs have been tested on players of all levels (intermediate youth up to NBA players), with progressions and regressions to make it easier or more difficult.
Yes, the SGE is a one-time payment, lifetime access program.
We understand that sometimes, card purchases are not possible. Please send an email to info@byanymeansbball.com to get your solution ASAP.
No refunds are accepted on Virtual Academy programs.

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