The Transforming Basketball Podcast EP102: Displacing Our Motivation with Alan Keane (Part 1)
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Feb 26, 2025 Alan Keane, an international basketball coach and co-owner of Movement Sports, joins to discuss his athlete-centered coaching philosophy. He emphasizes the importance of planning, executing, and reviewing practices and games. Gratitude and acceptance play crucial roles in optimal performance. Alan shares insights into fostering self-regulated learning among athletes and underscores the necessity of coaches supporting one another on their journeys. His approach aims to create a culture of belonging and enhance player development.
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Shawnee Burrows' Impact
- Alan Keane credits coach Shawnee Burrows for his athlete-centered approach.
- Burrows fostered a positive environment where improvement was emphasized over mistakes.
Shift in Coaching Philosophy
- Keane's coaching philosophy shifted after learning about athlete-centered approaches in 2009.
- He regrets his previous directive style but acknowledges it as part of his learning process.
Self-Regulated Learning
- Self-regulated learning, a focus of Keane's PhD, helps athletes become independent and self-motivated.
- Understanding an athlete's motivations, their "reasons to act," is crucial for effective coaching.