It is a must. Last don't forget to call other coaches who's teams have played them. You might have scouted a team that played zone only because the opponent was a poor shooting team. Make sure you know all of the offenses and defenses that an opponent can play. When your scouting reports are complete sit with your coaching staff and decide how much of the information to give to your team.
Some teams can handle a lot of information, others it just causes confusion.
In general I use the scouting reports to give my teams general information about what to expect and how we will counter an offense or defense. The Coach Copyright 1995-97 The Basketball Highway. All Rights Reserved. Legal Notices . .