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.
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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
People and Article Mentioned:
Randy Sullivan
Welcome to TWITs Anonymous
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