Introduction

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.

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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.”

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