Captain's Manual: A Complete Guide to Player-Led Basketball Leadership

Take your team leadership to the next level with the Captain’s Manual, a practical, player-focused handbook designed for basketball captains and leadership councils. This manual isn’t just about wearing the “C” on your jersey — it’s about leading with purpose, consistency, and impact, on and off the court.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Four Key Leadership Domains — Culture & Standards, Communication & Connection, Performance & Competitiveness, and Service & Stewardship.
• Actionable Duties & Checklists — Daily and weekly tasks to model leadership and hold teammates accountable.
• Discussion Prompts & Reflection Questions — Spark meaningful dialogue in leadership council meetings.
• Captain’s Season Tracker — A practical, one-page tool for tracking responsibilities, reflecting on progress, and planning next steps.
• Meeting Guide with Head Coach — Structured questions and strategies to lead effective captain meetings and partner with coaching staff.

Whether you’re a first-time captain or a seasoned leader, this manual equips you with the tools to influence culture, build trust, drive performance, and leave a lasting legacy for your program.

Format: Printable PDF, ready to use on a clipboard, tablet, or digitally.

Who this is for:

• Team captains and co-captains
• Player-led leadership councils
• Coaches who want to empower player leadership

Lead with intention. Set the standard. Leave a legacy.