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Course Description Status: Approved

Course Description Version: 26/27.R.4.00

Description Period: 2026./27 academic year rudens semestris

Study Course Accepted: -

Study Course Description

Basketball Sports Specialisation

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
LSPA_695
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy; Theory and History of Sports
ECTS
9.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 5
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Ainārs Tomašs
Structure Unit Manager
Renārs Līcis
Structural Unit
Department of Individual and Team Sports
Contacts

LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006

About Study Course

Objective

To promote the education of highly qualified specialists - coaches of a sport, who would successfully plan, organize, manage and evaluate the training process, teaching and methodical classes and competitions in accordance with the rules of the sport and the requirements of the professional standard of a coach of a sport.

Preliminary Knowledge

Knowledge of sports theory, pedagogy, sports pedagogy, sports didactics, psychology or sports psychology, anatomy, physiology and biomechanics.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.Name the directions of preparation in sports.

Individual work and tests

Conducting a training session • Training plan

2.Knowledge of teaching and development techniques

Individual work and tests

Training plan

3.Describe the basic principles of planning and organizing training and competition

Individual work and tests

Training plan

Skills

1.Teaching and improving the technical skills of a sport

Individual work and tests

Conducting a training session

2.Diagnosing and correcting errors in the execution of technical skills of students, determining the volume and intensity of load according to the abilities of students.

Individual work and tests

Conducting a training session

3.Evaluate the physical, functional state and technical, tactical preparedness of the students

Individual work and tests

Conducting a training session

4.Use sport-specific terminology

Individual work and tests

Training plan

Competences

1.Plans, organizes and manages the training process and competitions.

Individual work and tests

Conducting a training session

2.Apply different preparation methods according to the age and individual needs of the students.

Individual work and tests

Conducting a training session

3.Use a variety of teaching and development methods for technical skills

Individual work and tests

Conducting a training session

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Training plan
35.00% from total grade
10 points

Create a training plan according to the age group drawn in the lottery.

Criteria for creating a training plan.

  1. Formulation of the purpose and achievable results of the training - the purpose is specific, measurable, realistic and appropriate for the age group of the students - 3 points
  2. Compliance of teaching and improvement methodology with the tasks set and age group - 3 points
  3. Structure of the training - logically constructed introduction-preparation part, main and final part - 3 points
  4. Selection of basketball technical/tactical tasks - exercises correspond to the set age group and purpose of the training - 10 points
  5. Dosage of load - duration of exercise, number of repetitions indicated - 3 points
  6. Quality of plan design - clear, sequential, professionally designed and practically usable plan - 3 points

Total - 25 points

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Conducting a training session
65.00% from total grade
10 points

Conducting a practical basketball training session.

  1. Organization and preparation of the training session – equipment prepared, students organized, training starts on time - 3 points
  2. Coach's communication – clear, concise and understandable instructions, appropriate tone of voice and professional communication - 3 points
  3. Demonstration and explanation of exercises – correct technical execution, emphasis on the most important technical elements of movement - 3 points
  4. Training load – adequate intensity, work and rest intervals, load adaptation to the situation - 3 points
  5. Individual approach and differentiation – tasks adapted to the abilities and preparedness of students - 3 points
  6. Feedback and error correction – the coach notices errors in a timely manner, explains them and offers corrections - 3 points
  7. Efficient use of time and space – minimal waiting time, high student activity, rational group organization - 3 points
  8. Safety during training – the coach controls the environment, equipment, contact situations and students' well-being - 3 points
  9. End of training session – summarizes results, provides feedback and indicates future tasks - 3 points

Total 27 points

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basketball in Latvia, Europe, the world. Structure and guidelines.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basketball in Latvia, Europe, the world. Structure and guidelines.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Training structure, planning and organisation for learners of different ages.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Training structure, planning and organisation for learners of different ages.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Training structure, planning and organisation for learners of different ages.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Rules of the game of basketball, gestures by referees, activities and functions of the secretariat of the game.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Rules of the game of basketball, gestures by referees, activities and functions of the secretariat of the game.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Rules of the game of basketball, gestures by referees, activities and functions of the secretariat of the game.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basketball in Latvia, Europe and the world. History and the most remarkable personalities.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basketball in Latvia, Europe and the world. History and the most remarkable personalities.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basketball in Latvia, Europe and the world. History and the most remarkable personalities.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basic principles of defence and attack building

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basic principles of defence and attack building

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basic principles of defence and attack building

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Basic principles of defence and attack building

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Methods for the development of physical properties in sports. Exercise, justification, control.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Methods for the development of physical properties in sports. Exercise, justification, control.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Methods for the development of physical properties in sports. Exercise, justification, control.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Methods for the development of physical properties in sports. Exercise, justification, control.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

Special fitness in sports

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

The importance of psychological preparedness in modern sport.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

The importance of psychological preparedness in modern sport.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

The importance of psychological preparedness in modern sport.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Other
2

Topics

The importance of psychological preparedness in modern sport.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 3

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Incorporating technical and tactical preparation into integral fitness in your sport

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Incorporating technical and tactical preparation into integral fitness in your sport

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Use of IT tools in team video analysis.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Use of IT tools in team video analysis.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Use of IT tools in team video analysis.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Use of IT tools in team video analysis.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Planning of sports training macrocycles based on load variability and other principles

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Planning of sports training macrocycles based on load variability and other principles

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Planning of sports training macrocycles based on load variability and other principles

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Planning of sports training macrocycles based on load variability and other principles
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Basketball in Latvia, Europe, the world. Structure and guidelines.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Classification of sports techniques. Teaching and development methodology. Individual tactics.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Training structure, planning and organisation for learners of different ages.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Training structure, planning and organisation for learners of different ages.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Training structure, planning and organisation for learners of different ages.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Rules of the game of basketball, gestures by referees, activities and functions of the secretariat of the game.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Development of a sports training process plan

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Development of a sports training process plan

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Development of a sports training process plan

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Methods for the development of physical properties in sports. Exercise, justification, control.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Methods for the development of physical properties in sports. Exercise, justification, control.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Special fitness in sports

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Planning the fitness training process
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 3

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Conducting of training procedures, organisation of competitions

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Basic principles of defence and attack building

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Basic principles of defence and attack building

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Types and tactics of attack and defence by groups and team.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Use of IT tools in team video analysis.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Use of IT tools in team video analysis.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Rokasgrāmata veiksmīgam basketbola trenerim. Andris Rudzītis, Uldis Grāvītis. Jumava 2008. (akceptējams izdevums)

2.

Jaunatnes basketbola programma, Andris Rudzītis, Rīga 2009. (akceptējams izdevums)

3.

Bērnu un pusaudžu trenera rokasgrāmata. 2008. Rīga: Latvijas Treneru tālākizglītības centrs. (akceptējams izdevums)

4.

Trenera rokasgrāmata – 2. 2006. Latvijas Sporta federāciju padome. Rīga: Latvijas Treneru tālākizglītības centrs. (akceptējams izdevums)

5.

Trenera Rokasgrāmata. 2003. Latvijas Sporta federāciju padome. Rīga: Latvijas Treneru tālākizglītības centrs. (akceptējams izdevums)

6.

Coaches manual. Mini-basketball.Suitable for English stream

7.

Coaches manual. Basketball.Suitable for English stream

8.

Coaches manual. Level 1Suitable for English stream

9.

Coaches manual. Level 3Suitable for English stream

10.

Coaches manual. Level 2Suitable for English stream

11.

Player Skills MatrixSuitable for English stream

12.

Sporta treniņu teorijas pamati. 1.daļa. Andra Fernāte. Rīga 2002 (akceptējams izdevums)

13.

Treniņu procesa periodizācija. Viesturs Krauksts. Rīga 2022.

Additional Reading

1.

Start coaching. Activities book.Suitable for English stream

2.

START COACHING. COACH WORKBOOK.Suitable for English stream

3.

START COACHING. FACILITATOR HANDBOOK.Suitable for English stream

4.

START COACHING. PRACTICE PLANS.Suitable for English stream

5.

Bompa, T., Buzzichelli, C.A. 2022. Periodization training for Sports. 3rd edition. Human Kinetics.Suitable for English stream

6.

V.Krauksts Biomotoro spēju treniņu teorija / LSPA.

7.

Latvijas basketbola vēsture. G.Bērzzariņš, D.Grundmane, G.Keisels, E.Ošiņš, I.Ošiņš, J.Visockis. Jumava 1998. (akceptējams izdevums)

8.

The guide for coaches. Miloš Teodosič.Suitable for English stream

9.

Sporta treniņu teorijas pamati. 2.daļa. Andra Fernāte. Rīga 2002 (akceptējams izdevums)

Other Information Sources

1.

Trenera žurnāls.