Optimizing Learning in Youth Basketball Programs

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. 

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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

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/8574634_Challenge_Point_A_Framework_for_Conceptualizing_the_Effects_of_Various_Practice_Conditions_in_Motor_Learning

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