The Transforming Basketball Podcast (Transforming Basketball)
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| 26 Sep 2023 | EP1: What is the Future of Basketball Coaching? | 00:32:10 | |
In our first episode, Alex Sarama is interviewed by Adam Omiecinski to introduce the Transforming Basketball Podcast. This podcast series aims to bridge the gap between the research and its practical application in the basketball world. Alex discusses his journey of discovering an ecological dynamics framework and the constraints-led approach (CLA), in addition to why he believes understanding contemporary skill acquisition is a game-changer for coaches of all levels. He also explains his motivations for starting Transforming Basketball and his vision for the future within the global basketball coaching community. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways 3:10 - "The constraints-led approach (CLA) and ecological dynamics offer a different perspective on skill acquisition in basketball." 16:10 - "The whole essence of a conceptual offense is to develop adaptive performers who are attuned to the affordance landscape." 22:30 - "Coaches often misunderstand the depth of the CLA, viewing it as stand-alone small-sided games rather than a comprehensive methodology." 23:10 - "The CLA can be applied to every aspect of a basketball organization, from warm-ups to game coaching and sports science." 27:45 - "Why understanding the theory is crucial for effective implementation in practice." Links Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Instagram: @transformingbasketball Youtube: @transformingbasketball Facebook: Transforming Basketball Tiktok: @transforming.basketball | |||
| 28 Sep 2023 | EP2: Why Should All Coaches be Using Methods Backed by Science? | 00:32:36 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama delves into how basketball coaches and practitioners can inform their approaches based on contemporary skill acquisition research. He highlights the gap that exists between the research and its practical application, providing some practical examples as to how this can be overcome. Within the episode, Alex emphasizes the importance of coaches understanding the essence of human movement in order to design coaching and organizational approaches based on an ecological dynamics framework. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways 1:10 - "There's a big gap that exists in terms of the ideas stemming from the research world, and then the ability of practitioners to practically apply them." 5:05 - "There's a readily accessible evidence-base for us to access, learn, and apply in whatever field we're working in within basketball." 10:24 - "Understanding the differences between the two skill acquisition perspectives." 13:30 - "An affordance is simply an opportunity for action." 19:50 - "Constraints are always present and impacting every single possession and every movement within basketball, whether that's a practice or a game." 25:05 - "Variability needs to be an essential component of our practice environments."
Links Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Instagram: @transformingbasketball YouTube: @transformingbasketball Facebook: Transforming Basketball TikTok: @transforming.basketball | |||
| 03 Oct 2023 | EP3: The Journey of College Prep Italy's Coaching Team | 00:37:51 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama and the 2022/23 College Prep coaching staff discuss the mission and legacy of the College Prep Italy program. They discuss a variety of topics from the importance of creating a transformational environment, the application of an ecological dynamics approach, and some of their favorite practice activities from the season. The overarching theme is how Prep existed as a tool for continuous learning and experimentation. Alex, Dani, Jonas, Adam and Jon also provide some practical ideas as to how evidence-based approaches were practically incorporated at Prep. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways 04:13 - "The importance of transformational coaching." 10:35 - "Using constraints to amplify affordances..." 14:25 - “Coaches should try to improve themselves so they can improve their players.” 17:10 - “An environment where we’re all learning, growing, and wanting to improve as coaches.” Links Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 06 Oct 2023 | EP4: How to Build Better Basketball Players & People with Kareem Kalil | 00:28:04 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Kareem Kalil to discuss transformational coaching and its importance in basketball. They explore the field of human development and how it can be applied to coaching, emphasizing the need for coaches to go beyond teaching “technical and tactical” skills to focus on the personal growth and development of their players. They break down Jean Cote’s four tenets of transformational coaching: idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways 06:11 - "The best coaches in the world have really dynamic relationships with players that allow them to connect on a deeply personal level." 12:30 - "It sends a really important message to our players that this is more than just about basketball." 18:40 -"You actually have to give players a choice if you want to meet this idea of intellectual stimulation." 20:53 - "We have to give individualized consideration to the players, we need to know how they are doing." Links Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball
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| 10 Oct 2023 | EP5: What is The Constraints-Led Approach (CLA)? | 00:44:02 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama explores the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) in basketball, in addition to its underlying theory of ecological dynamics. He debunks many misconceptions surrounding the CLA within the basketball world, highlighting how the CLA is a wide-ranging framework which not only makes sense of how skills emerge, but also how it can be used as a methodology in any organizational field. Alex explains the three categories of constraint according to Newell’s Constraints Model (1986): individual, task, and environment, discussing how they interact to shape every movement we see on the court. He provides practical examples of how to implement the CLA with players of all levels, from beginners to the NBA and WNBA. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways 1:13 - "The CLA goes far deeper than solely being viewed as a coaching methodology that can be used in our practices." 4:29 - "This starts with looking at the idea of what a constraint is. I want to make it very clear that constraints are not merely limiting or punishing factors." 11:00 - "The whole essence of the CLA is that as coaches we can manipulate constraints to lead to different skills emerging." 17:13 - The CLA in other fields, e.g. athletic performance 22:37 - “The ability to be successful in the game is not about knowing, but about doing.” 38:34 -"How the CLA can be applied at different levels of basketball, from beginners to youth and collegiate/professional teams." Links Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 13 Oct 2023 | EP6: Why Drills DON’T Translate to the Real Game with Adam Omiecinski | 00:37:22 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Adam Omiecinski to discuss the contemporary skill acquisition ideas which form the basis of the Transforming Basketball approach. They discuss Adam’s journey into discovering an ecological approach, as well as their experience coaching together at College Prep in Italy. A number of topics are touched upon including the practicalities of using a CLA, co-design and developing action capabilities. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/
Key Takeaways 06:28 - "We're not just setting random games up and using a games approach. There's a very specific rationale behind using a CLA." 8:16 - "Be patient and observe what happened, and then more than anything else, reflect upon it." 12:30 - "Co-design is simply a process of including your players in on the conversation when it comes to designing activities and shaping them." 18:23 - "Individual constraints is the next area that needs to be further explored." Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 20 Oct 2023 | EP8: How Do Basketball Players Develop Skill with Dr. Alex Lascu | 00:35:52 | |
In this episode, Dr. Alex Lascu joins the Transforming Basketball podcast to discuss how research can help, rather than hinder, practitioners within the basketball world. Alex highlights the importance of coaches 'trying new things', as well as the challenges coaches face in applying an ecological approach. This leads onto a conversation about Talent ID. Alex and Dr. Alex Lacsu discuss the need to reconceptualize what ‘talent’ really means. Alex then shares some of the key themes from her last paper focused on deterministic and probabilistic approaches to talent identification and development systems. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/
Key Takeaways 2:25 - Understanding Skill Acquisition: Elevator Pitch 9:02 - Attractors in Coaching Behaviours 14:59 - Responsiveness to an Ever-Changing Environment 16:15 - How do we Define “Talent”? 25:47 - “If we start to remove those assumptions that people come with nothing, we start to see what they're capable of.” Links Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 17 Oct 2023 | EP7: Why You SHOULDN’T Run Pass and Cut Offense | 00:20:50 | |
Alex Sarama discusses the problems with "pass and cut" motion offense in youth basketball, proposing an alternative approach. He argues that the pattern-based nature of the offense does not align with an ecological dynamics rationale. Instead, Alex suggests focusing on principles of play such as spacing and advantage creation. Alex also highlights many of the limitations behind automatic "pass and cut”, such as reducing affordances for off-ball cuts and driving opportunities. He highlights the need for coaches to think differently rather than resorting to the same old methods that have been repeated over multiple decades. Want to learn more about conceptual offense? We have you covered with our FREE conceptual playbook. Learn more about the offense and receive your free copy instantly: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-conceptual-playbook Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 2:15 - "The "pass and cut" offense is pattern-based and does not align with an ecological dynamics approach to basketball." 6:58 - "Pass and cut removes advantage-creating off-ball cuts and affordances to drive through one-on-one." 9:35 - "We should not continue to do the same old things just because of tradition." 12:44 - "We can instead develop players who are far better than the robotic tendencies encouraged within a pass and cut framework.” 14:37 - "Once you've identified your principles (of play), see if you can think of creative analogies to bring them to life." Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 24 Oct 2023 | EP9: How does an NBA Coach use the CLA to Develop Their Players with LA Lakers' JD Dubois | 00:26:05 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama speaks with JD Dubois, Assistant Coach of the Los Angeles Lakers and Head Coach of their 22-23 Summer League team. They discuss the importance of applying evidence-based ideas in basketball. JD shares his journey of discovering a CLA and how it has influenced his coaching. He also talks about his experience during Summer League team and the emphasis they placed on decision-making and variability during their practices. JD also highlights the significance of mental performance in basketball, discussing the importance of observing and understanding the internal and external constraints that affect performance. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 2:45 - “Evidence-based ideas in basketball coaching are important for staying up-to-date and developing cutting-edge strategies.” 8:20 - “Incorporating decision-making and variability in practices helps players develop better skills and adapt to different game situations.” 15:31 - “Observing common themes and patterns in player performance allows coaches to focus on specific areas of improvement.” 17:10 - “Mental performance, including breathing exercises and managing internal dialogue, plays a crucial role in player development and performance.” 20:05 - “Understanding and manipulating environmental, individual, and task constraints can enhance skill acquisition and decision-making in basketball.” Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 27 Oct 2023 | EP10: Developing Great Shooters | 00:33:45 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama discusses how contemporary skill acquisition approaches can be applied to shooting in basketball. He debunks the idea of one optimal shooting technique and emphasizes the importance of individualized coordination that complements each player's body. He highlights the need for variability and adaptability in shooting coordination, as well as the role of degrees of freedom in solving the movement problem. He provides several activity ideas, such as one-on-one shooting, ladder shooting, and jungle shooting, that incorporate the principles of the constraint-led approach and differential learning. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 1:30 - “There is no one optimal shooting technique; each player will develop a shooting coordination that complements their body.” 7:53 - “This is where I recommend exercising extreme caution in picking and choosing the application of a CLA.” 13:10 - “Degrees of freedom play a crucial role in solving the movement problem in shooting coordination.” 18:11 - “The constraint-led approach provides opportunities for players to adapt and become more flexible and adaptable shooters.” 26:08 - “Differential learning can supplement the constraint-led approach by increasing variability and exploring different movement possibilities.” Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 31 Oct 2023 | EP11: Crafting a Coaching Philosophy: How Theory Shapes Coaching Strategies | 00:11:36 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Adam discuss the importance of theory in the coaching profession and the basketball industry. They emphasize that everyone has a theory, so it is crucial we gain awareness of it and then ask if we have evidence to support it. They also address the misconception that embracing theory makes coaching too scientific, explaining that theory actually simplifies and enhances the coaching process. Alex and Adam stress the significance of investing time in understanding the theory of skill acquisition, as it changes coaches' perspectives and impacts all aspects of coaching. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 1:28 - “Theory is foundational and underpins everything a coach does.” 6:00 - “Take in the context and it's going to shape who you are and how you're behaving.” 9:05 - “Investing time in understanding the theory of skill acquisition changes coaches' perspectives on coaching and impacts all aspects of their work.” Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 02 Nov 2023 | EP12: The New MONEYBALL in Basketball? A Practical Guide to Skill Acquisition in Basketball | 00:17:29 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama outlines his vision for the future of player development in basketball. He emphasizes how contemporary skill acquisition ideas can be used to inform player development approaches. He shares practical ideas based on current trends in the industry, highlighting the need to move away from teaching specific techniques and instead focusing on creating adaptive players who can respond to any scenario. Alex also discusses the importance of moving away from siloed procedures by integrating principles of play into player development. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 3:00 - “Move away from teaching specific moves and focus on creating adaptive players.” 6:00 - “Skills emerge from the backdrop of principles of play, not just techniques.” 7:17 - “There is no such thing as a micro skill; focus on external feedback.” 8:30 -"Reject mental models and embrace multiple ways to achieve task goals.” 9:44 -"Foster degeneracy by creating activities with multiple solutions." 10:18 - “Focus on exploration rather than instruction in player development.” 11:52 - "Develop global players in an individualized manner.” 13:37 - “Identify rate limiters and target them in player development.” 14:50 - “Create environments with repetition without repetition for skill acquisition.” 15:30 - “Develop attunement to the affordance landscape through practice with defenders.” Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 07 Nov 2023 | EP13: A Deep Dive Into the Constraints-Led-Approach (Live Clinic) | 00:50:02 | |
In this episode, Alex takes you behind the scenes with some sounds of a recent coaches clinic. You will hear Alex debriefing and conversing with players and coaches on all things practical application of the CLA in basketball. From players generating constraints to the when and how of using 1v1 in a conceptual offense, this episode is jam packed with useful information coaches and players can implement as soon as they hear it. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 04:38 - “Number one, how alive were those drills?” 09:19 - “What did you notice when Liam added that task constraint of only gold medals?” 16:17 - “But the real magic to this is if you can design your own and critically do it in response to what the players need.” 20:49 - “How do we use the CLA with beginners? For me the answer is to simplify the task instead of decomposing it?” 26:26 - “Now we want to amplify this option, to make it more enticing for them to be deceptive.” 30:53 - “What opportunities for action made it difficult for them to convert dominos?” 38:40 - “We don’t want one on one unless it’s a mismatch. Always an advantage.” 40:24 - “When you’re playing defense, now you’ve got to try and wall up and be straight like a skyscraper.” 45:13 - “Even in our warmups, we’re doing small, sided games.” Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 10 Nov 2023 | EP14: How Basketball Coaching Differs Across Continents with Jon Yu | 00:29:49 | |
In this episode Alex Sarama interviews Jon Yu, who has been exploring an ecological approach in his coaching practice. Jon shares his coaching journey, from starting as a high school assistant coach to coaching at College Prep in Italy. He discusses the importance of investing in learning as a coach as well as his experience implementing CLA in player development sessions. Jon also talks about the importance of building rapport with players and creating a transformational coaching environment. He shares insights from his onboarding program for new players and highlights the benefits of using small-sided games and constraints-based coaching. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 3:45 - “Investing in learning and growth as a coach is essential for personal and professional development.” 11:18 - “Implementing the concepts of variability and differential learning can enhance player development and engagement.” 14:15 - “Building rapport with players is crucial for creating a positive and transformational coaching environment.” 16:00 - “Onboarding programs for new players can help accelerate their understanding of team systems and principles of play.” 20:08 - “Small-sided games and constraints-based coaching can provide opportunities for players to explore and develop their skills.” Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 14 Nov 2023 | EP15: A Player’s Perspective of Training with CLA with Linus Holmstrom | 00:30:43 | |
In this episode, Alex interviews Linus Holmstrom, a player from Sweden. Linus shares his experience of training with the CLA and how it has transformed his game. He discusses the importance of variability in practice, the benefits of differential learning in shooting, and the principles of conceptual offense. Linus also provides insights into his favorite small-sided games and offers feedback on how coaches can create the optimal level of difficulty in their practice activities. Want to learn more about conceptual offense? We have you covered with our FREE conceptual playbook. Learn more about the offense and receive your free copy instantly: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-conceptual-playbook Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: “Implementing a CLA in basketball training helps players develop decision-making skills and improve their reading of the game.” “Embracing variability in practice prepares players for the unpredictable situations they will encounter in games.” “Differential learning in shooting helps players develop a wide range of skills and adaptability in different game situations.” “Conceptual offense focuses on triggers and reading the defense to create advantages and find high-percentage shots.” “Small-sided games, such as pick and roll drills, provide players with opportunities to practice specific skills and develop chemistry with teammates.” Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball
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| 17 Nov 2023 | EP16: What is Ecological Dynamics and How Does It Impact Basketball Coaching? | 00:11:17 | |
In this episode, Alex and Adam discuss how to explain the ecological approach to coaches and executives in a concise and compelling way. They emphasize the importance of understanding how skill emerges and how practice conditions can be optimized to promote skill development. They also highlight the need to shift away from linear thinking and embrace the idea that behavior is always in a process of becoming. They suggest that coaches and organizations can benefit from adopting an ecological approach by using research to inform their decision-making and by reevaluating traditional practices in light of new understandings of skill.
Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 21 Nov 2023 | EP17: What is the London Lions' Approach to Youth Development? | 00:26:12 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama discusses the ecological approach that he and his colleagues at the London Lions are applying in their basketball academy. He explains how they have adopted a completely ecologically driven approach based on contemporary skill acquisition research. Alex highlights the importance of embedding these ideas in every team and age group within the academy. He also introduces the concept of a Director of Methodology position, which can help unite different departments within a basketball organization. Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 24 Nov 2023 | EP18: “Swimming In A Bathtub” How to Make Training Representative of the Game with Alan Dunton | 00:30:18 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Alan Dunton, a lecturer at MTU Cork and expert in contemporary skill acquisition ideas. Alan discusses the importance of variability in basketball training and how coaches can introduce it into shooting drills. He also emphasizes the need to focus on functional movements in warm-ups and explains the concept of meta-stability in skill development. Alan highlights the gap between research and practical application in basketball coaching and suggests ways to bridge that gap. Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 05:05 - Writing your name ten times a simple way to introduce the variability of movement and other skill acquisition concepts. 09:50 - Swimming in the bathtub how powerful context is in shaping our biomechanics. 16:40 - Focus on functional movements in warm-ups to develop better movers and prepare players for game scenarios. 20:00 - Use meta-stability to promote creative solutions and adaptability in players' decision-making. 24:25 - Avoid deep attractor states in shooting by practicing with variability and adaptability. 28:00 - Bridge the gap between research and practice by disseminating research in a more digestible way and fostering dialogue between academics and coaches.
Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 28 Nov 2023 | EP19: Why Basketball Coaches Should Have A Coaching Mentor with Mike MacKay | 00:39:18 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Mike MacKay, a mentor and influential coaching figure within the basketball world. They discuss coaching mentorship and how it evolves over one’s career. Mike emphasizes the importance of finding the right mentor and understanding what type of mentorship is needed. He also shares his passion for learning and the importance of believing in athletes and creating an environment where they can thrive. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways:
Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 01 Dec 2023 | EP20: Why Coaches Shouldn’t be the Focus of a Team with Simon Turner | 00:33:42 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Simon Turner to discuss the importance of transformational coaching and the impact it can have on players. He emphasizes the need for coaches to be self-aware and to prioritize the needs of their players. Simon also introduces the concept of the plan-do-review process, which allows coaches to reflect on their practices and make improvements. He highlights the importance of coach well-being and suggests that coaches should strive to work in positive and supportive environments. Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways:
Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 05 Dec 2023 | EP21: What is Nonlinear Pedagogy & Why is it So Important For Basketball Coaches with Philip O’Callaghan | 00:38:51 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Philip O'Callaghan to discuss the nonlinear nature of learning and how it applies to basketball performance. He explains that humans are nonlinear systems, and learning does not follow a straight line progression. He emphasizes the importance of individualizing practice environments and designing tasks that are representative of the game. Philip also introduces the five key principles of nonlinear pedagogy: manipulation of constraints, representative learning design, attentional focus, information movement coupling, and functional variability. He and Alex provide practical examples of how coaches can apply these principles in a closeout situation, and highlight the importance of consequences and task simplification. Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 6:00 - Nonlinear Pedagogy provided the principles that helped Philip begin to understand on how to apply the CLA to practice 10:00 - Scaling representative learning design to “reduce complexity without impoverishing the key information.” - Cal Jones https://twitter.com/CalJonesJudo 18:15 - 3 Categories of Constraints and their subtypes: Individual-structural, Individual-functional, Environmental-global, Environmental-local, Task. 22:30 - Building on a Closeout Activity through manipulating constraints 27:45 - The importance of including consequences to maintain representativeness when manipulating constraints 30:15 - Building on a Closeout Activity through encouraging functional variability 35:00 - Our focus of attention is best used by attending to key informational variables in the task at hand Every story has two sides: evaluating information processing and ecological dynamics perspectives of focus of attention in skill acquisition: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fspor.2023.1176635/full
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| 08 Dec 2023 | EP22: How do Games-Based Approaches Differ from the CLA? | 00:30:13 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama discusses the differences between a games-based approach and a constraint-led approach (CLA) in basketball coaching. He emphasizes that while a games-based approach may be enjoyable for players, it lacks the intentional use of constraints for skill adaptation that the CLA offers. Alex explains that a games-based approach originated in the 1980s as a way to make physical education lessons more enjoyable and improve problem-solving skills. He demonstrates how manipulating constraints and creating specific environments can enhance skill development and decision-making in players. Alex also provides examples of how the CLA can be applied to common small-sided games in basketball, such as one-on-one, three-on-three chaser games, and three-on-three pass keep away. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 2:40 - Differences between the CLA and a Game-Based Approach 5:00 - Similarities between the CLA and a Games-Based Approach 7:45 - Ecological Dynamics vs Information Processing 10:30 - Functionality vs Tactical Understanding 14:45 - Questioning 19:45 - Progressions & Regressions vs Complexity & Simplicity 24:00 - Examples Articles Mentioned: Why the Constraints-led Approach is not Teaching Games for Understanding: A Clarification
Teaching Games for Understanding and Situated Learning: Rethinking the Bunker-Thorpe Model
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| 12 Dec 2023 | EP23: How to Apply Ecological Dynamics to Strength and Conditioning with Javier Miller-Estrada | 00:31:34 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Javier Miller-Estrada to talk about the ecological approach to basketball performance. They discuss how this approach can be applied in various aspects of the game, including skill development, strength training, warm-ups, and injury rehabilitation. Javi emphasizes the importance of embracing the environment and the athlete as a unified system, rather than separating them. He also highlights the need for variability and adaptability in training to better prepare athletes for the dynamic nature of basketball. The conversation concludes with a discussion on integrating different practitioners within a basketball program to create a shared understanding and approach. Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/
Key Takeaways: 1:15 - Javier’s view of an ecological approach in basketball 7:55 - The importance and reward of being present as a coach 11:55 - Javier on how to use an ecological approach in strength and conditioning 16:00 - Knowing ones strengths and having a shared vision: integrating strength and conditioning with other departments 20:00 - Warmup question, how can we make this more alive? 26:36 - Rehabbing in context. Article Mentioned: Motor learning methods that induce high practice variability reduce kinematic and kinetic risk factors of non-contact ACL injury https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0167945721000531
Follow Javier Miller-Estrada: Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecoachjav Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachjav/ Adaptable Athlete Podcast: https://www.theadaptableathlete.com
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| 15 Dec 2023 | EP24: Bayer Giants Leverkusen’s Secret Weapon: Ecological Dynamics with Felix Engel | 00:26:36 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Felix Engel to discuss his experience with ecological dynamics and the CLA (Constraints-Led Approach) in coaching. He shares how he first came across the CLA and wanted to find a more effective way to train his team. Felix emphasizes the importance of creating intentional learning environments and being observant as a coach to make necessary changes. He and Alex delve into the benefits of differential learning and how the CLA has been used at the professional level. They close by discussing changing coach education to an interactive process and the utility of using questions as a coach. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 3:10 - The CLA isn’t free play; its intentional manipulation of constraints 11:16 - Differential learning can complement the CLA by infusing variability in closed environments allowing players to explore there movement landscapes 17:46 - An effective coach is someone who can transfer the intentions of how the team wants to play from practice to the game 19:15 - The CLA can be successfully implemented in professional sports teams 25:30 - Felix’s experience at the transforming interactive coaching clinic People Mentioned: Wolfgang Schollhorn https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Wolfgang-Schoellhorn Thomas Tuchel https://fcbayern.com/en/teams/first-team/coaches-and-staff/thomas-tuchel
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| 19 Dec 2023 | EP25: How to Develop Skilled Basketball Players with Rob Gray | 00:26:23 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Rob Gray, an expert in skill acquisition and motor learning. Rob shares his insight on what an ecological approach is and isn't. He emphasizes the need for coaches to be flexible and adaptable in their practice plans and to focus on giving players movement problems to solve. They also touch on the concepts of skill and action capacities, the role of perception in skill acquisition, and the use of video analysis in a more ecological approach. Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 1:30 - Clarifying the ecological approach 6:33 - How skill and action capacities are intertwined 11:20 - Rob’s experience in easing the implementation of ecological concepts 15:50 - Using performance analysis 19:45 - Utilizing differential learning
Perception Action Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Skill vs Action Capacity: https://perceptionaction.com/424/ Nonlinear Pedagogy Revisited: https://perceptionaction.com/377/
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| 22 Dec 2023 | EP26: How to Use the CLA with Beginners | 00:16:46 | |
In this episode, Alex takes a deep dive into how to use the constraints-led approach (CLA) with beginners. He discusses how principles of skill acquisition are applicable across age and skill levels, thus debunking the need for the dominant approach of coaching. The key areas explored include equipment scaling, task simplification, and the use of task constraints in relation to the defense. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 00:44 - Utilizing CLA in Youth Training 01:45 - Equipment Scaling in Youth Sports 04:25 - Importance of Challenge Point 07:15 - Methods of Task Simplification 12:25 - Practical Ideas
Articles Mentioned: Scaling the Equipment and Play Area in Children’s Sport to improve Motor Skill Acquisition: A Systematic Review https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-015-0452-2 Challenge Point: A Framework for Conceptualizing the Effects of Various Practice Conditions in Motor Learning
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| 26 Dec 2023 | EP27: Basketball Practice Ideas for U10’s with Sam Funnell | 00:21:22 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Sam Funnell to discuss her innovative use of the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) in youth basketball. Sam addresses the misconception that the CLA cannot be applied to younger age groups and emphasizes the importance of patience, creativity, and playfulness when working with beginners. She explains how she incorporates constraints and games to help her U7 and U9 teams develop skills and have fun. Sam also discusses the engagement of young players, the use of age-appropriate equipment, and the challenges of managing a practice with this age group. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 02:00 - What an U9 practice with Sam would look like 05:20 - The importance of age appropriate equipment 09:00 - Strategies to keep kids focused in a fun way 12:25 - Dribbling and Passing Games 13:35 - Finishing Games 16:50 - Shooting 18:55 - Advice for Youth Coaches Follow Sam here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachsam_nz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachsam_nz/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/coachsam_nz
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| 29 Dec 2023 | EP28: How Should You Adapt Constraints in Practice | 00:11:05 | |
In this episode, Alex and Adam discuss the concept of manipulating constraints in basketball coaching. They explain that constraints are not negative influences on behavior, but rather boundaries that shape the behavior that emerges. They emphasize that manipulating constraints is done with the intention of eliciting new adaptive behavior to improve performance. They also discuss the importance of knowing your players and identifying their rate limiters, which are factors that prevent players from becoming more skillful. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 01:00 - What are constraints and why are they useful 02:30 - Constraints take away options and also afford options 04:50 - Principles of Play and Rate Limiters 08:15 - Summary Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 02 Jan 2024 | EP29: Understanding the CLA Terminology with Rob Newson | 00:31:39 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Rob Newson, a basketball coach who has fully embraced the ecological dynamics framework in his coaching approach. Rob shares his journey of discovering the CLA and how it has transformed his coaching methods. He discusses the importance of understanding the language and concepts of the CLA, and how it has opened up new possibilities in his coaching. Rob also highlights the value of integrating strength and conditioning principles into basketball training, and shares some of his favorite CLA-inspired warm-up and practice activities. Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 1:55 - The problem of the 3 cups 6:00 - Rob’s observations visiting College Prep 12:25 - Overcoming the hurdle of learning a new language 17:00 - Warm-up activities: rock-paper-scissors 1v1 and cross the highway 20:10 - Differential Learning role in Rob’s practice 24:35 - “We’re all trying to help players become successful, its not about competition.” Follow Rob Newson: Website: https://www.robnewson.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robnewson84 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/certified.basketball.coach/
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| 05 Jan 2024 | EP30: What are Principles of Play & Why Are They SO Important For All Coaches? | 00:18:23 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama discusses the concept of principles of play and how they can be developed through the constraint-led approach (CLA). He explains that many offensive and defensive schemes in basketball are highly controlled, which can over-constrain players’ behaviors. Instead, he advocates for using principles of play, which provide possibilities and shape players' intentions without stipulating specific actions. Alex conceptualizes offense as creating advantages and converting them successfully and uses the concept of medals to guide shot selection. He also discusses the application of principles of play in transition and defense which as with offense are centered around adaptability. Want to learn more about conceptual offense? We have you covered with our FREE conceptual playbook. Learn more about the offense and receive your free copy instantly: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-conceptual-playbook Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 2:20 - Game Model vs Principles of Play 8:05 - What is a conceptual offense and how to categorize shots 11:30 - Transition concepts 13:05 - Using triggers 14:25 - Varying defensive coverages 16:10 - Takeaways Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 09 Jan 2024 | EP31: How Basketball Coaches Can Create a Culture of Learning with the CLA with Markus Klusemann | 00:30:31 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Markus Klusemann. Markus shares his coaching philosophy as a coach scientist and how his experience working in both Germany and Australia has shaped his approach. He discusses the barriers coaches face in understanding and implementing the constraints-led approach (CLA) and provides suggestions on how to overcome them. Markus remarks on the importance of observing and tracking behaviors in small-sided games. They also discuss his role at Overtime Elite and how to create a culture of learning in whatever situation you may find yourself in. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 1:15 - Markus’ Background 6:30 - Barriers to implementing the CLA 13:30 - Observing and tracking behaviors to understand player behavior 17:50 - Creating a Culture of Learning 22:05 - Tiger Teams 25:35 - MEI
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| 12 Jan 2024 | EP32: Developing Great Shooters at the Professional Level with Francesco Nanni | 00:36:41 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Francesco Nanni, a rising star in Italian basketball coaching. They discuss the application of a differential learning approach to shooting in basketball. Differential learning is an exploration-based approach that allows players to experiment with different solutions to find what works best for them. Nanni shares several DL shooting activities that he has used with professional players, including varying the range and location of shots, changing stances, and using different-sized balls. They also discuss the importance of fluidity in shooting and the challenges of implementing DL with professional players who already have established shooting mechanics. Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 3:00 - Using differential learning to explore what works for players without explicit instruction 6:45 - Example using ball distance 10:00 - Introduction and Implementation in Professional Environment 17:22 - Rapid Fire Easiest Implementation Activities 24:20 - Dosage of differential learning in the grand scheme 28:15 - CLA activities for shooting
Follow Francesco Nanni: Twitter: https://twitter.com/franz_nannibk?lang=en Substack: https://franznannibk.substack.com/ Developing 1v1 Skills: https://francesconannibasketball.com/ Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 16 Jan 2024 | EP33: What Are Constraints and How Can They Be Used in Practices? | 00:11:16 | |
In this episode, Alex and Adam discuss the concept of constraining to afford in the context of basketball practice. They explain that constraining refers to setting boundaries or limitations, while afford refers to the opportunities for action. By using constraints intentionally, coaches can shape the practice environment to amplify certain affordances and improve player behavior and performance. They emphasize the importance of understanding players' individual needs and designing activities that challenge them to adapt and improve. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 1:10 - What do we mean when we say constrain to afford? 3:30 - Defensive Pressure example 6:35 - Exploiting Space example 7:40 - Contested Shooting example Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 19 Jan 2024 | EP34: How To Use The CLA in a Professional Basketball Team with Ghady Abou Jaoude | 00:21:03 | |
In this episode, Alex interviews Ghady Abu Jaoude, an assistant coach in the top professional basketball league in Lebanon. They discuss the application of the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) in coaching, focusing on the challenges and benefits at both the youth and senior levels. Ghady shares practical examples of how he has implemented the CLA in his coaching, such as using limited dribbles and guided defense in one-on-one drills. They also discuss the barriers and challenges of implementing the CLA with professional players, on the individual and team level. Want to learn more about conceptual offense? We have you covered with our FREE conceptual playbook. Learn more about the offense and receive your free copy instantly: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-conceptual-playbook Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 5:00 - Challenges and ideas for implementing the CLA with veteran players shooting routines 9:10 - Increasing representativeness increases engagement in team practice 13:40 - Adapting principles of play to the team's personnel and your opponents
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| 23 Jan 2024 | EP35: The Secrets Behind Jeremy Lin’s Workouts with Josh Fan | 00:28:27 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama welcomes Josh Fan to discuss the integration of ecological dynamics into the realm of basketball performance. They delve into how an ecological approach transforms the conventional perspectives and coaching tactics in basketball. They explore how Josh has significantly evolved his player development approach over recent years, shifting to a fully ecological framework. This shift has manifested in fostering more aggressive, resilient players across various levels, from middle school to college athletics. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 1:34 - Discovering the ecological approach through BJJ 4:55 - Differences in his coaching since becoming more ecological 10:00 - What Josh's process looks like working with a player 17:00 - Practical examples and harmonizing it with their role on their team 22:43 - Advice in shifting towards an ecological approach Follow Josh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoshfan/?hl=en
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| 26 Jan 2024 | EP36: What Basketball Coaches Can Learn from Volleyball with Kasey Crider | 00:39:35 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama and special guest Kasey Crider delve into an ecological dynamics framework and its impact on basketball coaching. They discuss the series’ new focus on bringing in leaders from different sports to share insights and takeaways that can enhance basketball coaching strategies. Kasey provides valuable thoughts on how relationships and environment play a critical role in skill acquisition and performance.
Key Takeaways: 01:35 - Origin of Casey's Interest in Ecological Coaching 11:39 - Overcoming Coaching Challenges 17:42 - Examples of Constraint Manipulations in Volleyball 24:51 - Unintended Developmental Constraints 29:00 - Observations of Italian Volleyball Practices 35:48 - Conversations with Basketball Coaches and Experts Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 30 Jan 2024 | EP37: How to Improve ANY Basketball Drill | 00:18:33 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama explores the challenge of disseminating skill acquisition ideas to other coaches and the coaching community. He proposes that a good way to do so is taking traditional drills and transforming them into more alive activities informed by principles from the CLA. He emphasize the importance of variability, principles of play, and effective constraint manipulation within small-sided games. By incorporating these ideas, coaches can create more engaging and effective training sessions that align with the demands of the game. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 2:00 - 3 Man Weave Makeover 4:30 - Zig Zag Makeover 7:05 - Layup Lines Makeover 8:35 - 5v0 Makeover 9:40 - Around the Basket Makeover 11:25 - Shell Makeover 13:20 - 3v2v1 Makeover 14:50 - Static Dribbling Makeover 16:40 - Warmup Makeover
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| 02 Feb 2024 | EP38: Why Constraints Should be Different for Every Player with Drew Dunlop and Jake Grossmann | 00:23:01 | |
In this episode, Alex interviews Drew Dunlop and Jake Grossmann. They discuss their decision to break away from traditional player development methods and embrace a constraint-led approach (CLA) in basketball training. They share their journey of discovering the ecological approach and how it has transformed their training sessions. The conversation delves into the challenges coaches face when transitioning to a CLA and the importance of individualizing constraints to target each player's rate limiter. Drew and Jake also provide practical examples of constraint manipulations they use in their training sessions, including activities focused on the connector role and adaptive shooting. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 06 Feb 2024 | EP39: How Does a Small Italian Town Produce So Many Professional Players? With Francesco Rossi | 00:24:03 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Francesco Rossi, the Youth Director of College Basket in Borgomanero, Italy. They discuss the astounding success of the basketball program in the small town of Borgomanero, which has produced numerous professional players despite its size. Francesco attributes this success to the methodology and game approach used in the program, emphasizing the importance of player development and allowing players to play freely. They delve into the use of small-sided games, such as Cambio and Animals, which have proven to be effective in developing players' decision-making skills and basketball IQ. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 3:20 - College Basket emphasis on play 8:00 - Players First Princeton Offense 11:30 - Team SSGs: Cambio, Slovenia and Animals 19:00 - Player Development SSG: Cage Dribbling 20:50 - Francesco Rossi's Books
Follow Francesco: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/fracoachrossi?lang=en
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| 09 Feb 2024 | EP40: How Research Can Transform Your Practices with Anton Kalen | 00:42:27 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Anton Kalen discuss the importance of integrating research and evidence-based practices into coaching. Anton shares his personal journey from being a practitioner to becoming a researcher and how it has influenced his coaching behaviors. They delve into the need for theories of skill acquisition in coaching and how they can inform practice design. Anton provides valuable insights based on his research and practical experience, shedding light on the best approaches to athlete development. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 1:55 - How becoming a researcher has shaped his coaching practice 8:20 - Skill Acquisition providing an evaluative framework for performance 14:30 - Differences between the classroom and the court 19:07 - Evolution of the Swedish Basketball Federation 25:00 - Anton’s Research on Talent ID 33:00 - Anton’s Research on Cognitive Function, Skills and Sport Performance
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| 13 Feb 2024 | EP41: How Sweden are Revolutionizing Player Development with Andrew Pleick and Rikard Aspegren | 00:35:13 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Andrew Pleick and Rikard Aspegren, basketball developers from the Swedish Basketball Federation. They discuss the player development framework introduced by the federation and how it has transformed the way basketball is taught and practiced in Sweden. The framework is based on contemporary skill acquisition ideas and emphasizes creating a more enjoyable and effective learning environment for players. They explain the challenges they have faced in implementing the framework and share their insights on how to introduce these ideas to coaches and overcome resistance to change. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 08:05 - How the player development framework comes to life 13:30 - Starting with the Why with coaches 16:30 - Biggest challenges in implementing new ideas 23:53 - How is the Swedish framework differ from others 29:20 - Advice for other federations
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| 16 Feb 2024 | EP42: Designing Representative Practice Environments with Tom Parry | 00:32:03 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Tom Parry, a professor at Indiana University, Kokomo. Tom shares his insights on applying ecological dynamics in sports coaching, specifically in soccer. He discusses the challenges coaches face when transitioning from traditional coaching methods to an ecological dynamics framework. Tom emphasizes the importance of combining actions and decisions in practice activities and highlights the need to design activities that involve decision-making and game-like scenarios. He encourages coaches to be open to new ideas and to value the expertise of both researchers and practitioners. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 03:55 - Seeking Adaptability vs Fundamentals 13:15 - Questioning the validity of current practices 17:55 - Redesigning Principles of Play 23:32 - Deciphering "It Depends..."
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| 20 Feb 2024 | EP43: How Alba Berlin’s Academy Produces Youth Players like Frans Wagner with Marius Huth | 00:22:38 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Marius Huth. Marius shares his insights on using small-sided games and an ecological dynamics framework to develop basketball skills. He discusses the importance of having players start with the game, rather than focusing solely on perfecting technique. Marius also highlights the unique approach taken where the emphasis is on creating a fun and dynamic practice environment that mirrors the game. He also touches on his experience coaching the national team and the challenges of preparing a team with limited practice time. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 03:33 - Games from the start 07:36 - Embedding the same framework throughout an entire club 14:48 - Incorporating SSGs with the National Team 19:00 - What's next for Marius
Connect with Marius: Email: marius.huth@albaberlin.de LinkedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/in/marius-huth-58b563100
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| 23 Feb 2024 | EP44: Should You Use Points Systems in Practice? | 00:12:04 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Adam discuss the use of constraint manipulation in basketball training. They question the validity of point systems and suggest alternative ways to manipulate constraints to enhance player performance. By shaping the boundaries of the game rather than changing how players think and engage with the game, coaches can create a more effective learning environment. They provide practical examples, such as using turnover as an immediate consequence instead of a point system, and changing shot selection criteria to focus on specific types of shots. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 01:00 - The limitations of point systems 05:15 - Constraining to highlight the most important information 08:03 - Additional examples of non-scoring system constraints
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| 27 Feb 2024 | EP45: Why Basketball Fundamentals are Outdated | 00:22:51 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama talks about the traditional notion of fundamentals in basketball. He discussed the concept of fundamentals, as commonly understood, holds back the development of skillful and adaptive basketball players. Alex emphasizes the importance of reframing the idea of fundamentals and adopting a more ecological perspective on skill acquisition. He explores the problems with the traditional approach to teaching fundamentals and highlights the need for a more functional and adaptable approach to skill development in basketball. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 01:50 - We have no idea what fundamentals are 06:16 - 5 problems with Fundamentals 11:52 - Advice from "pracademics" on how to apply ecological dynamics theory to practice design 18:05 - We want functional solutions
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| 01 Mar 2024 | EP46: FEED THE CATS - How to Train Smarter with Tony Holler | 00:32:33 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Tony Holler, the creator of the "Feed the Cats" program. Tony shares his insights on the flaws of traditional conditioning methods in sports and how they can hinder player development. He emphasizes the importance of rest, recovery, and prioritizing athleticism in training. Tony challenges the notion that hard work and constant grinding are the keys to success, advocating for a smarter and more efficient approach to practice. He also discusses the need for coaches to change their mindset and embrace a more player-centered approach to coaching. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 06:20 - Practice Volume 09:30 - Feed the Cats 15:20 - 4 Day Workweek 20:00 - Sleep is the Real Grind 24:00 - Wave Theory throughout Life
Follow Tony: Twitter/X: https://x.com/pntrack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachtonyholler YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachtonyholler Coachtube: https://coachtube.com/users/tonyholler
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| 06 Mar 2024 | EP47: What I’ve Been Working On For The Past 2 Years: BOOK ANNOUNCEMENT! | 00:16:37 | |
In this very special episode, Alex announces the release date of his book "Transforming Basketball: Changing How We Think About Basketball Performance." Alongside Transforming Contributors Gray Thomas and Adam Omiecinski, Alex, Adam and Gray take you behind the scenes of how the book came to be. From the initial writings in Italy in the spring of 2023 to its release this April, the book has had a tremendous impact on Alex and he hopes it will have an equal impact on the basketball world at large. In this episode, the three reflect on the first few drafts to what the final product became, favorite chapters and how the book can help change the way the game is coached and played going forward.
Key Takeaways: 01:05 - Book announcement and reflections 10:46 - How the writing process changed Alex 12:40 - How important is to understand the why behind each activity
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| 08 Mar 2024 | EP48: How to Avoid Being a TWIT Coach | 00:19:53 | |
In this episode, Alex, Adam & Gray delves into the concept of TWIT coaching. TWIT is an acronym highlighting a coaching method: Tell, Watch, Inform (of mistakes), and Tell (how to do it better). They touches on five immediate actions to improve coaching in the US, encompassing coach education, changing rules, adjusting equipment, and educating parents against early sports specialization. They also highlights notable examples of professional athletes like Kobe Bryant and Hakeem Olajuwon, who played multiple sports before specializing, suggesting a similar approach could positively impact the future of basketball. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways 01:10 - What is TWIT coaching & Observations of Youth Coaching in the United States 06:00 - Searching for solutions in the wrong locations 12:45 - Actions to improve the youth landscape
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| 12 Mar 2024 | EP49: How to Apply the CLA in Multiple Parts of Daily Life with Adam de Groot | 00:30:42 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Adam De Groot, a physical education teacher, basketball coach, and owner of Nightshade Training. Adam shares his journey of discovering and applying an ecological approach to coaching and teaching. He discusses how he incorporates the principles of ecological dynamics into basketball practices, athletic performance training, and even his interactions with his own children. Adam emphasizes the importance of creating environments that allow athletes to discover solutions and develop their skills through self-organization. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 02:00 - Adam's Background 08:00 - Matching a Conceptual Offense to Personnel 16:48 - Structuring Variability in the Weight Room 20:40 - Exploring an Ecological Approach with Adam's Children
Connect with Adam: Twitter (@coachdegroot): https://twitter.com/coachdegroot1 Nightshade Training: https://www.instagram.com/nightshadetraining/
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| 15 Mar 2024 | EP50: “Invisible Backpacks” and Forms of Life with Marti Canellas | 00:38:44 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Marti Canellas, the host of "The Fosbury Flop" podcast. Marti shares his background as a basketball player and coach, discussing how his curiosity and insecurity led him to explore different approaches to coaching. He highlights the importance of understanding the cultural influences and forms of life that shape our coaching practices. Marti also delves into the concept of complex systems and how it relates to coaching, emphasizing the need to view basketball as a complex system rather than a complicated one. He encourages coaches to question their beliefs and intentions and to focus on the game and the players' needs. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/
Key Takeaways 02:00 - Marti's Background 09:00 - The Invisible Backpack We Carry Everywhere 14:25 - Spanish and Catalonian Cultures Differences 20:55 - Coaching Complex not Complicated Systems 25:48 - Understanding Each Individuals Intention for Being There 29:50 - Start With Asking Why You Are Doing What You Are Doing
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| 19 Mar 2024 | EP51: How Basketball Coaches Can Implement Clear Principles of Play with Zico Coronel | 00:57:29 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Zico Coronel and Adam Omiecinski to discuss the alignment of principles of play with an ecological approach to skill acquisition. They delve into the concept of coverage solutions in basketball and how they can be enhanced through a comprehensive understanding of principles of play. They explore the importance of spacing, different coverage solutions, and the role of target players in executing effective offensive strategies. Throughout the episode, Zico and Adam provide practical insights and examples, highlighting the balance between freedom and structure in player decision-making. Want to learn more about conceptual offense? We have you covered with our FREE conceptual playbook. Learn more about the offense and receive your free copy instantly: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-conceptual-playbook Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 06:05 - How Zico builds his coverage solutions up out of spacing principles 13:22 - Emphasizing the reject in all screens 21:22 - Starting with aggressive defensive coverages 36:20 - Cracking the Ice with Action before Shattering It within a Set 46:45 - Taking into account limitations of using coaches as defenders & optimizing low stress days
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| 22 Mar 2024 | EP52: How OTE are Developing The Next Generation of Pro Players with Markus Klusemann | 00:23:26 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama welcomes back Markus Klusemann, Director of Health Performance Development at OTE, to discuss the upcoming Coach Education Workshop. The workshop aims to bridge the gap between science and coaching by providing coaches with a holistic overview of player development and practical strategies they can implement on the court. Markus and Alex also delve into the challenges and differences in player development across different basketball environments, such as North America, Europe, and Australia. They explore the concept of minimal effective instructions (MEIs) and how it can be applied to enhance coaching and player performance. Throughout the episode, they discuss the importance of queuing and attentional focus in coaching, as well as the impact of the CLA lens on health and performance development. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways:
05:30 - Differences in Player Development between Cultures 09:40 - Decision-Making as an entry point to using the CLA 14:45 - Applications of Minimal Effective Instructions (MEIs)
Coaching Workshop OTE Coach Science & Development Workshop
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| 26 Mar 2024 | EP53: How to Overcome Challenges Implementing the CLA | 00:15:17 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Adam, address common challenges and questions they have received regarding the application of contemporary skill acquisition ideas in basketball. They discuss obtaining results versus following science, how players can learn a skull without explicit instruction, the concept of learning styles, and the reinvention of fundamental skills by youth players. Through their conversation, they provide answers to these common questions/rebuttals with practical examples. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 01:35 - I want to see results not science. What NBA Players have trained with the CLA to prove this contemporary approach works? 03:42 - The science is sitting on a surface level understanding of basketball, big leaps are made to tie skill acquisition to science. 08:15 - How can a player perform a skill without being first taught it explicitly? How can a youth player that cannot dribble a ball suddenly play 1-on-1 or a more complex small sided game? 09:50 - There are multiple learning styles. I wouldn't want a players to organically learn a jump shot when then jump shot took 30 years to appear. Youth players aren't going to reinvent the game quickly. The CLA should be used for some things but without ignoring best practices that evolved over time.
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| 29 Mar 2024 | EP54: An Ever Evolving Coach with Jonas de Bruyne | 00:23:03 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Jonas de Bruyne, a basketball coach who has experienced a significant shift in his coaching philosophy. Jonas shares his journey from traditional drill-based coaching to adopting a games-based approach influenced by ecological dynamics. He discusses the impact of perception-action coupling and the importance of incorporating defenders in training sessions. Jonas also talks about his current coaching role in Germany and how he has implemented a creative and individualized player development program. Throughout the episode, they provide valuable insights into the evolution of coaching methods and the benefits of a games-based approach in basketball. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 04:10 - Biggest changes after being at College Prep 09:30 - How Jonas plans and executes Player Development Sessions 17:00 - Practical Examples: Tennis Basketball w a Defender, Snake & KOB Finishing, Push Out Shooting, Snake/KOB Dribble PNR 2v2
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| 02 Apr 2024 | EP55: Exploring Eco Psych with Gray Thomas | 00:48:19 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Gray Thomas and they talked about the principles of ecological psychology and its application in the context of basketball. Gray explains how ecological psychology challenges traditional cognitive theories and offers a fresh perspective on perception, action, and memory. They discuss the concept of affordances and how it influences player performance and decision-making on the court. Their conversation in this episode highlights the importance of understanding individual differences and designing flexible, adaptable environments to foster growth and optimize player development. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/
02:45 - Gray's arrival to and historical background on Ecological Psychology 16:15 - Application of Affordances & Ecological Dynamics in Basketball 27:30 - The pitfalls of seeing skills as something you acquire then apply them 33:00 - Affordance-Based Control vs Information-Based Control 40:00 - How a unified theory can knock down organizational silos
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| 05 Apr 2024 | EP56: How can the CLA be used in Basketball Physio? With Daniel Muntz | 00:37:00 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Daniel Muntz to discuss the application of an ecological approach in the field of physiotherapy, specifically in the context of basketball. They explore the traditional approach to physiotherapy and how it can be transformed to focus on prevention rather than just reactive treatment. Daniel shares his insights on recovering from ankle sprains and how to apply a constraint-led approach to rehabilitation. They also discuss the importance of integrating physiotherapy with coaching and athletic performance training to create a more holistic approach to player development. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 05:55 - Rehabilitation & Representative Activities 10:20 - Incorporating Movement Attractors in Warmups 13:52 - Ankle Sprain Protocol 23:49 - Alternatives to Ice and Braces for Injuries 28:30 - Proform Screening Process
Connect with Daniel: daniel@proformphysiotherapy.com.au
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| 09 Apr 2024 | EP57: The Book is OUT! | 00:29:31 | |
Transforming Basketball: Changing How We Think About Basketball Performance by Alex Sarama is now available! Alex Sarama's new book provides tangible strategies that have the potential to transform the basketball world. These transcend to the front office, athletic performance, physical therapy, analytics, and virtually every area of an organization. Transforming Basketball exists to bridge the gap between research and practice. Within this book, readers can learn more about the true essence of skill, how to incorporate skill acquisition research into player development, the potential of the constraints-led approach, and much more! Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 17 Apr 2024 | EP58: Why There is No 'One Size Fits All' with Martin Andrade | 00:27:26 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Martin Andrade, a coach that is known for his creative and innovative approach to skill acquisition and player development. Martin shares how he came across the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) and ecological dynamics, and how it has transformed his coaching style. He discusses the importance of creativity in coaching and how he designs practice activities and constraints to help players develop functional solutions on the court. Martin also shares his insights on shooting and how he incorporates differential learning and CLA principles into shooting drills and small-sided games. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways 04:40 - Martin's trial and error process of activity design 08:50 - The drawbacks of rigid and benefits of variable shooting 13:00 - Differential Learning and CLA activities for shooting 17:50 - Martin's strategies for Warmups and SSGs
Connect with Martin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlyaboutbball/ Website: https://www.onlyaboutbball.com
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| 24 Apr 2024 | EP59: Newell's Constraints Model in Nutrition with Patrick Burnett | 00:38:38 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Patrick Burnett, an applied sport and exercise nutritionist. They discuss the importance of nutrition in basketball and how it can be integrated into basketball programs at all levels. Paddy shares practical strategies for optimizing nutrition, including the use of external cues, hydration stations, electrolyte drinks, carbohydrate and recovery snacks, and travel strategies. They also explore the concept of constraints and how it applies to nutrition in basketball. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ 02:00 - Patty's Background 07:00 - Constraints Involved in an Athlete's Nutrition 12:40 - Gold Silver and Bronze Medals at a Pizza Shop in Torino 19:00 - Eat the Rainbow 21:50 - Hydration Station and Electrolytes 26:10 - Variations in Carbohydrates and Recovery 32:30 - Travel Considerations
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| 01 May 2024 | EP60: Playing by the Rules with the CLA with Dr. Alex Lascu | 00:26:09 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama welcomes back Dr. Alex Lascu as a guest. They discuss an upcoming coach development workshop called CLA Playing by the Rules, which aims to provide coaches with an interactive and genuine experience of using the ecological dynamics framework in basketball. They emphasize the importance of creating a supportive environment for coaches to learn and apply new concepts. They also explore the challenges of coach development and the need for ongoing support and collaboration among coaches. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 02:40 - Re-arranging the classroom to show the importance of the environment 11:30 - Peer to Peer Learning 16:58 - A Goosebumps Coaching Curriculum 19:36 - Cultivating Coach Developing Candidates
Connect with Alex Lascu: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/skillacqlascu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alascu_ Substack: https://substack.com/@skillacqlascu ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Alexandra-Lascu-4
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| 08 May 2024 | EP61: Using Differential Learning to Improve Shooting in Professional Basketball | 00:26:30 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Felix Engel and Niklas Geske from Germany to discuss player perspectives of a differential learning approach. They explore how differential learning can impact shooting performance and share their experiences and insights. Niklas talks about his journey as a professional player and how he discovered differential learning through a seminar. Felix explains the concept of differential shooting and the benefits of adding variability to shooting practice. They also discuss the importance of observation and creativity in implementing differential learning. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 5:17 - Addressing Dysfunction with Variability 9:00 - Niklas' Implementation at the Professional Level 18:05 - DL Helping Maintain Focus and Engagement
Connect with Felix on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felix.engel.09 Connect with Niklas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikges7
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| 15 May 2024 | EP62: Exploring a Contemporary Approach with Nabil Murad | 00:28:44 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by interviews Nabil Murad, an Irish basketball coach currently coaching in Austria. Nabil shares his journey of discovering and embracing a contemporary approach to coaching, influenced by ecological dynamics. He discusses the challenges coaches face in adopting this approach and the reasons why many coaches are hesitant to change. Nabil also shares his experiences and insights on applying ecological dynamics to various aspects of basketball, including shooting, skill development, and game-like situations. The episode provides practical tips and ideas for coaches looking to incorporate contemporary skill acquisition ideas into their coaching philosophy. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 04:12 - Failing with the status quo is safe 11:30 - How Nabil helps facilitate triggers in the half court 13:25 - Rep without Rep increasing player attention and engagement 19:15 - Emphasizing defense to encourage offensive behaviors 23:00 - Playing through constraints facilitates communication
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Connect with Nabil Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Nabeelrend Substack: https://nabilmurad.substack.com
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| 22 May 2024 | EP63: Intentionality in Professional Basketball with George Galanopoulos | 00:49:26 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by George Galanopoulos, the Associate Head Coach at Rip City Remix. They discuss the application of contemporary skill acquisition ideas within the G League. George highlights the importance of education and understanding in player development. Alex and George also delve into the practical aspects of skill acquisition, including pre-practice and pre-game warm-ups, as well as the significance of clear communication and terminology in coaching principles of play. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 6:05 - All of the factors that go into maximizing an activity for player development 14:10 - PDP serving as the map to guide a player's development 18:20 - George's Evolution on Warm-Ups 22:05 - Having a coherent story of how the team will play 33:40 - Altering player positioning in activities to enhance representativeness 37:20 - Pillars of Organization as a Head Coach
Connect with George: Twitter/X: https://x.com/georgegalanop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggalanop LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-galanopoulos-99496044
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| 29 May 2024 | EP64: The Role of An SAS in Professional Basketball with Shawn Myszka (Pt 1) | 00:40:43 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Shawn Myszka, Founder of Emergence, to discuss the concept of alive movement problems and its application in basketball performance. They explore the ecological dynamics framework and how it impacts the way coaches and practitioners approach skill acquisition in basketball. Shawn emphasizes the importance of creating practice activities that are alive, dynamic, and allow for emergent decision-making. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links: Website: http://transformingbball.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketball | |||
| 05 Jun 2024 | EP65: The Role of An SAS in Professional Basketball with Tyler Yearby (Pt 2) | 00:24:09 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Tyler Yearby, a Skill Acquisition Specialist and Co-Founder of Emergence. They discuss the role of a skill acquisition specialist (SAS) in basketball and how to overcome the challenges of introducing new ideas to practitioners who have been using a different approach throughout their careers. Tyler emphasizes the importance of transparency, open-mindedness, and collaboration in order to create a positive and effective working environment. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 2:10 - Starting with an Empty Cup 4:15 - SAS as a Co-Pilot 6:40 - Meeting Each Staff Member Where They Are 8:50 - Nudging Movement Exploration in the Weight Room 13:55 - Performance Coach's Integration in Team Practice 16:40 - Forming a Common Language Across Departments 19:00 - How to Identify Improvement
Connect with Tyler: Twitter: https://x.com/TylerYearby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyleryearby/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-yearby-59b89b5a/ Emergence: https://emergentmvmt.com Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Tyler-Yearby
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| 12 Jun 2024 | EP66: 'Going all in' on CLA as a HS Coach with Ty Keck | 00:26:05 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama joined by Ty Keck, a basketball coach from Idaho Falls. Ty shares his journey of implementing the Conceptual Offense and Constraint-Led Approach (CLA) with his team and the positive impact it has had on their performance. He discusses the challenges he faced in transitioning from a traditional coaching approach to a more player-centered approach and how he overcame them. Ty also emphasizes the importance of creating a transformational coaching environment and allowing players the freedom to develop their skills and make decisions on the court. Want to learn more about conceptual offense? We have you covered with our FREE conceptual playbook. Learn more about the offense and receive your free copy instantly: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-conceptual-playbook Level up your coaching with our Amazon best selling book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 4:20 - Lessening the Learning Curve by Removing 1v0 6:30 - Re-shaping the Shell Drill 9:00 - Direct Instruction isn't the only Way to Coach 15:00 - Breaking Away from the Norm 21:00 - CLA & Transformational Coaching in Harmony
Connect with Ty: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_ty_keck/
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| 19 Jun 2024 | EP67: Presenting to UConn's Eco Psych Department | 00:29:04 | |
In this live on-the-road episode, Alex and Gray Thomas reflect on their experiences at Brown University and UConn, where they explored the impact of an ecological perspective on sports and performance. They discussed the challenges faced by pioneers in ecological psychology, the importance of humility and openness to learning, and how the ecological dynamics framework can revolutionize coaching across various sports. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 2:50 - The trials and tribulations of getting Ecological Psychology off the ground 5:40 - Alex and Gray's reflections from Alex's presentation at UCONN 14:15 - Being curious and skeptical in your learning journey 18:50 - Humility 22:36 - Experience at Brown University
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| 26 Jun 2024 | EP68: Realising the Potential of the CLA with Liam Jefferson | 00:28:20 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Liam Jefferson to delve into their experience at the London Lions Academy and the transformation in coaching methods they have undergone. Liam discusses his transition from a games-based coaching style to integrating the CLA into his practice, emphasizing the science behind ecological dynamics and the art of turning it into practical coaching techniques. The dialogue centers around the implementation of unified principles of play, intentional practice design, and the profound impact of continuous learning through coaching workshops. Want to learn more about conceptual offense? We have you covered with our FREE conceptual playbook. Learn more about the offense and receive your free copy instantly: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-conceptual-playbook Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7 Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Key Takeaways: 02:20 - Liam's Background 04:00 - "We're understanding the science to make art." 07:00 - The Language of the Lions 09:30 - Lions U16 Offensive Evolution 16:20 - Systematized Club Collaboration 19:40 - Continuing Coach Education 22:30 - Director of Methodology's Impact on the Staff
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| 03 Jul 2024 | EP69: What Exactly is Acquired with Alex Lossberg | 00:24:47 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Alex Lossberg to discuss his journey into evidence-based coaching and the application of contemporary skill acquisition ideas within basketball. He shares insights on how he incorporates ecological dynamics frameworks into his coaching philosophy, offering valuable perspectives on game sense, representative learning design, and differential learning. Throughout the episode, they delves into the nuances of coaching at different levels, emphasizing the importance of autonomy and relevance in practice activities for player development.
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Key Takeaways: 02:00 - Alex's background 08:30 - Developing the Free Skill Acquisition Workshop 12:50 - What to expect in the Workshop 14:20 - The necessary messiness of Representative Learning Design 16:50 - How Alex alters his coaching based on his role and the players involved
Connect with Alex: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex.lossberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-lossberg-75b523136/
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| 10 Jul 2024 | EP70: Applying the CLA from Youth to NBA with Mitch Kirsch | 00:30:19 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama engages in a conversation with Mitch Kirch about implementing contemporary skill acquisition ideas and ecological dynamics framework in basketball training. Mitch shares insights from his unique journey as a player turned trainer, emphasizing the importance of creativity, adaptability, and challenging traditional coaching approaches. Their discussion explores the practical application of CLA principles, designing learning environments, and working with players at different skill levels, including NBA professionals.
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| 17 Jul 2024 | EP71: ICOACHKIDS with Sergio Lara-Bercial | 00:26:31 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Sergio Lara-Bercial to discuss the importance of prioritizing children in sports coaching. Sergio shares valuable insights on how to create a supportive environment for young athletes through evidence-based methods. He emphasizes the significance of understanding children's motivations and focusing on fun, friendship, and learning in coaching practices. Sergio highlights the value of developing elite players while maintaining a fun and engaging atmosphere, stressing the importance of building a sense of belonging and incorporating gameplay into training sessions.
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| 24 Jul 2024 | EP72: Transforming U14 Basketball with Will Twigg | 00:27:51 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Will Twigg to discuss their experiences and insights into the implementation of a Constraint-Led Approach (CLA) in basketball coaching, highlighting the shifts in coaching philosophy and the impact on player development. They explore the principles of play, intentional use of constraints in small-sided games, and the transformative effects of adopting contemporary skill acquisition ideas within basketball.
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| 31 Jul 2024 | EP73: Thinking Differently in Basketball Athletic Performance with Jamie Smith | 00:38:12 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Jamie Smith, an athletic performance coach and educator. They discuss the need for a new approach to athletic performance in basketball and how to integrate skill acquisition principles into training. Jamie emphasizes the importance of moving away from traditional methods and embracing creativity and variability in training. They share practical examples of how to apply these ideas in warm-ups, small-sided games, and the weight room. Jamie also discusses the concept of "rep without rep" and how it can enhance skill development and reduce the risk of injuries.
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| 14 Aug 2024 | EP75: Progressing Skills Training in North America with Tyler Leclerc | 00:20:45 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Tyler LeClerc to talk about the significance of building relationships with high school coaches, navigating the complex landscape of AAU basketball, and implementing principles of play like playing with an advantage. They also discuss the challenges faced by players and coaches in a highly competitive market and shed light on the importance of adopting innovative methods for skill development. From leveraging game-based training to fostering creativity in drills, the conversation explores the fundamental shifts needed in modern basketball coaching practices.
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| 07 Aug 2024 | EP74: Athlete-Centered Coaching with Jesse Rawlings | 00:52:53 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Jesse Rawlings to discuss the evolution of coaching methodologies in the sport of football. From his experiences in New Zealand to his current ventures in the UK, Jesse sheds light on the importance of athlete-centered coaching and the integration of contemporary skill acquisition ideas in sports. Covering topics such as game sense, constraints-led approach, and the balance between innovation and tradition in sports coaching, Jesse provides valuable insights for coaches across different sporting disciplines.
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| 21 Aug 2024 | EP76: Coaching the Italian Youth National Team with Alessandro Nocera | 00:26:48 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Alessandro Nocera to discuss the evolution of coaching techniques, emphasizing the importance of defensive principles, conceptual offense, and individual player development. Alessandro shares his experiences coaching youth teams and highlights the significance of aligning coaching strategies with the evolving trends in basketball. Alessandro's unique perspective on CLA (Constraints-Led Approach) and the role of intentionality in coaching provides valuable insights for coaches looking to enhance their coaching methods.
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| 28 Aug 2024 | EP77: Why Players Don't Need Blocked Practice | 00:17:22 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Gray Thomas to delve into the debate surrounding blocked versus variable training in basketball. They challenge the traditional notions that have prevailed in the coaching world and advocate for a more holistic and strategic approach to skill development. By dissecting a viewer's comment on the topic, they provide a deep analysis of the concepts of skill acquisition, confidence-building, and the importance of informed practice.
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| 04 Sep 2024 | EP78: By Any Means Basketball with Coleman Ayers | 00:26:54 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Coleman Ayers to talk about his unconventional path to transforming basketball training. Coleman shares his insights on reframing skill acquisition, the importance of acknowledging cultural influences in player development, and the synergistic relationship between team principles and individual skills. With a focus on deep skill development, Coleman's unique perspective challenges traditional views on skill in basketball training.
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| 11 Sep 2024 | EP79: What on earth is an affordance?! | 00:15:21 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Adam discuss the concept of affordances in basketball by exploring how affordances, which are opportunities for action, can be applied within the basketball environment. They emphasize the importance of understanding that affordances are unique to each individual player and can be influenced by their physical features and skill level. They also discuss the role of coaches in designing practice environments that incorporate affordances and how to manipulate affordances to change the invitations an athlete receives from the environment.
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| 18 Sep 2024 | EP80: Advice for Using a CLA in High School with John Murray | 00:31:40 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by John Murray, who shares his journey from grassroots youth basketball to high school coaching, emphasizing the transformative power of CLA in developing player skills and enhancing game understanding. Throughout the discussion, they explore the challenges of implementing CLA at different coaching levels, addressing common barriers such as terminology and traditional coaching mindsets. They reflect on the importance of open-mindedness and adaptability, revealing strategies for effectively communicating and adapting CLA principles
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| 25 Sep 2024 | EP81: What the CLA Is and Isn't (Part 1) | 00:31:18 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Gray Thomas, deliver an online clinic for the Bavarian Basketball Federation in Germany. They discuss the constraints-led approach (CLA) and clarify common misconceptions about its application in basketball coaching. The CLA is not just a coaching method but a framework for understanding performance in basketball. It considers the individual, task, and environmental constraints that shape skill acquisition and performance. Throughout the episode, they provides practical examples and insights for coaches looking to implement the CLA effectively.
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| 02 Oct 2024 | EP82: What the CLA Is and Isn't (Part 2) | 00:30:07 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Gray Thomas, deliver an online clinic for the Bavarian Basketball Federation in Germany. They discuss the constraints-led approach (CLA) and clarify common misconceptions about its application in basketball coaching. The CLA is not just a coaching method but a framework for understanding performance in basketball. It considers the individual, task, and environmental constraints that shape skill acquisition and performance. Throughout the episode, they provides practical examples and insights for coaches looking to implement the CLA effectively.
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| 09 Oct 2024 | EP83: Why are Coaches hesitant to change? | 00:12:38 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by is joined by Gray Thomas and Adam Omiecinski to discuss why as coaches, we can sometimes be hesitant to change and new ideas. They explore the reasons behind this reluctance and share their own experiences and insights. The conversation revolves around the challenges of changing belief systems, the association of coaching methods with personal identity, and the importance of having a support system when embracing a contemporary approach to coaching.
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| 16 Oct 2024 | EP84: Aligning Return to Play to an Ecological Approach with Yuji Suzuki | 00:32:13 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Yuji Suzuki, a chiropractor and strength and conditioning professional, to discuss the future of the return to play process in the NBA through an ecological approach. Yuji outlines the traditional and dominant methods of injury recovery and highlights the ecological alternative that focuses on the whole person and their environment. They discuss practical examples and innovative activities designed to aid athletes in returning to play safely and effectively.
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| 23 Oct 2024 | EP85: Applying the CLA in Brazilian Basketball with Gabriel Barbosa | 00:26:47 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Brazilian basketball coach Gabriel Barbosa. Having connected months ago, Alex and Gabriel share a passion for the constraints-led approach (CLA) and the importance of empirical research in transforming basketball coaching. Gabriel discusses his dissertation, which is pioneering in its exploration of CLA in youth basketball, especially within small-sided games, providing insights and challenges in measuring this unique coaching methodology. Need help with ideas for your next practice? Our FREE youth basketball practice book gives you 21 small-sided games which you can use instantly. Get your free copy here: https://education.transformingbball.com/21-SSG-for-Your-Next-Practice Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources:
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| 30 Oct 2024 | EP86: Using the CLA at Brose Baskets | 00:41:04 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama chats with Simon Bertram, a leading advocate for using the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) in basketball coaching. Simon discusses the challenges and opportunities faced when trying to instill CLA into coaching practices. He shares insights from his experience in Germany, noting how the approach has transformed player development and coaching strategies at Bamberg. Simon elaborates on the importance of understanding both the science behind CLA and its practical application. Learn about player development with our FREE activities book. Inside, you'll find 50 activity diagrams for your workouts and team practices: https://education.transformingbball.com/Transforming-Small-Sided-Games-Book Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources:
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| 06 Nov 2024 | EP87: Why Muscle Memory is Irrelevant | 00:16:58 | |
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by is joined by Gray Thomas and Adam Omiecinski to discuss the controversial topic of muscle memory. Their discussion revolves around the concept of muscle memory and its relevance in basketball performance. They explore the idea of skill adaptation rather than skill acquisition and emphasize the importance of context and attunement in movement patterns. Want to take a deep dive into the Transforming approach? Our FREE skill acquisition workshop is a comprehensive resource for you to learn about evidence-based coaching strategies. Get instant access here: https://education.transformingbball.com/free-basketball-skill-aquisition-workshop Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources:
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| 13 Nov 2024 | EP88: Alex to Adam Transition | 00:12:33 | |
In this special episode, Alex Sarama announces his departure and introduces Adam Omiecinski as the new host. Alex reflects on the growth of the podcast, which now reaches 8,000+ listeners a week, and his new role with the Cavs. Adam discusses his background, his coaching philosophy focused on micro-level details, and future plans for the podcast.
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| 27 Nov 2024 | EP89: Neil Houghton One Club Philosophy | 00:40:50 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski is joined by Neil Houghton from Australia to share his extensive experience in basketball coaching and his transition from traditional methods to the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA). Neil discusses the importance of adopting an ecological dynamics framework to enhance player development and the concept of a 'One Club Philosophy.' He elaborates on the benefits of a unified coaching approach across different age groups and provides practical insights on implementing CLA for younger players.
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| 04 Dec 2024 | EP90: Developing Female Hoopers with Kerri Kuzbyt (Part 1) | 00:28:19 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski is joined by Kerri Kuzbyt to share her journey in basketball from playing multiple sports in her youth to becoming a coach. Kerri discusses the cultural differences in how females and males approach sports and competition, highlighting the importance of creating challenging environments that promote skill acquisition and confidence. She emphasizes the significance of embracing failure as a learning tool and pushing athletes to compete healthily. Kerri also talks about fostering a culture within female basketball that encourages unapologetic confidence and adaptability.
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| 11 Dec 2024 | EP91: Developing Female Hoopers with Kerri Kuzbyt (Part 2) | 00:25:36 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski and Kerri Kuzbyt continue their insightful conversation, diving deeper into contemporary skill acquisition and how it applies to basketball. Focused on the ecological dynamics framework, Adam and Kerri explore various facets of athlete development including overcoming traditional coaching paradigms, enhancing athlete confidence, and the nuanced differences between coaching male and female athletes.
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| 18 Dec 2024 | EP92: Sean Keating 4v3 3v2 | 00:14:22 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski is joined by Sean Keating to discuss the innovative 4-on-3, 3-on-2 continuous game for youth basketball that focuses on more touches and enhancing skill acquisition. He explains how this method, inspired by Jeff Boos, improves offensive and defensive skills by allowing more scoring opportunities and teaching kids fundamental skills like pivoting. Sean also shares how these constraints, such as not allowing defenders to reach in and guarding inside the three-point line, positively impact player's development and make the game more enjoyable for both players and parents.
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| 25 Dec 2024 | EP93: Wanting to Know the Why with Ari Braun | 00:31:43 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski speaks with Ari Braun, a high school basketball coach from Baltimore, Maryland, about his journey in adopting contemporary skill acquisition ideas to improve basketball performance. Ari discussed how the ecological dynamics framework has transformed their coaching strategies, emphasizing live practice sessions, conceptual offense, and adaptive learning. They covered the importance of understanding the science behind coaching methods, engaging with the transformative basketball community, and fostering a supportive learning environment for both coaches and players to explore new methodologies.
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| 01 Jan 2025 | EP94: Developing a Youth Program with Jon Yu & Neil Houghton (Part 1) | 00:26:07 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski is joined by Jon Yu & Neil Houghton, their conversation encompasses the implementation of ecological dynamics frameworks and the challenges of player retention within a culturally different basketball coaching environment in Vietnam. Emphasis is placed on developing a unified coaching philosophy, engaging players joyfully, and bridging language barriers. They also tackle strategies for coach development, including the use of self-reflection, establishing club identity, and practical tips for creating effective practice plans.
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| 08 Jan 2025 | EP95: Developing a Youth Program with Jon Yu & Neil Houghton (Part 2) | 00:23:51 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski is joined by Jon Yu & Neil Houghton, their conversation encompasses the implementation of ecological dynamics frameworks and the challenges of player retention within a culturally different basketball coaching environment in Vietnam. Emphasis is placed on developing a unified coaching philosophy, engaging players joyfully, and bridging language barriers. They also tackle strategies for coach development, including the use of self-reflection, establishing club identity, and practical tips for creating effective practice plans.
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| 15 Jan 2025 | EP96: It Just Makes Sense with Jeff Schmidt | 00:33:33 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski interviews Jeff Schmidt a coach with over 25 years of experience, who discusses his transition from a head high school coach to running his own private basketball training business in Northern Colorado. He talks about discovering CLA, its impact on his coaching style, and his experiences at a basketball camp in Italy. Jeff also covers how he incorporates individualized plans for his players and the challenges of creating an optimal training environment.
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| 22 Jan 2025 | EP97: Socializing Strength with Jamie Smith | 00:43:54 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski is joined by Jamie Smith to share his journey of rethinking traditional strength and conditioning practices, motivated by his observations as a father. He discusses the importance of focusing on movement, autonomy, and embracing failure, particularly when working with youth athletes. Jamie emphasizes creating 'safe uncertainty' in training environments and shares his innovative approaches to warm-ups and strength training. He also highlights the significance of developing social skills and adaptability in young athletes, aiming to mold 'awesome human beings' rather than just great athletes.
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| 29 Jan 2025 | EP98: Mental Performance with Andy Bass | 00:30:40 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski is joined by Andy Bass, a Major League Mental Skills Coordinator for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Andy discusses his background in sports psychology and his journey through college baseball, addressing the mental challenges he faced, including overcoming the yips. He delves into mental skills techniques such as errorless learning, differential learning, and mindfulness. Andy also explores key pillars of sports psychology like concentration, composure, and resilience, and offers insights into effective self-talk, motivation, goal-setting, and visualization.
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| 05 Feb 2025 | EP99: The Significance of College Coaches with Chris Croft | 00:32:46 | |
In this episode, Adam Omiecinski and Kareem Kalil are joined by Chris Croft, Associate Professor of Sport Management at the University of Southern Mississippi, to discuss his transition from a college basketball coach to academia and a significant study on the effects of coaching on player performance. Chris shares his background, coaching experience, and the findings of his research, which explored whether coaches significantly impact player development and win-loss records. He also discusses the implications of these findings for players, coaches, and administrators, and touches on the challenges posed by modern changes such as the transfer portal and NIL policies.
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| 12 Feb 2025 | EP100: The Journey to 100 with Alex Sarama | 00:16:07 | |
In this milestone 100th episode of Transforming Basketball, Adam welcomes none other than the founder himself, Alex Sarama. Together, they reflect on the journey of Transforming Basketball, the impact it has made on coaches worldwide, and what’s next for the movement.
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