I think that some of the suggestion you received from the coaches on this board are good and valid. First of all, any defense you run is only as good as the individual fundamentals of your players. Teach and re-teach man to man defensive fundamentals even if you plan on using zones, box and one, matchup zones, etc. Set priorities on teaching containment of the dribbler by teaching the zig zag drill, driving line drill, and other one-on-one close out drills. To imrove your team defense, spend time on 4-4 shell drills. Lastly, at your level, even if this kid is surrounded by good players, not all players are created equal or should be treated as such. HS