Performance Intelligence Top Ep of 2025: The Art of Teaching, Coaching, and Building a Winning Team | Anthony Seibold
Jan 21, 2026
Anthony Seibold, head coach of the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, shares insights from his journey as a coach and former player. He discusses the impact of early role models and the importance of teaching methodologies in coaching. Seibold emphasizes integrating mental skills into training and using effective feedback techniques. He reflects on his coaching apprenticeship with Craig Bellamy and the lessons learned from his breakthrough season at South Sydney. Alongside his coaching philosophy, he highlights the significance of team culture and personal well-being routines.
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Teaching Shaped His Coaching
- Anthony Seibold trained as a school teacher and even taught year six while playing second grade in Brisbane.
- He later taught teachers at university, which sharpened his pedagogy and checking-for-understanding skills.
Make Learning Stick With Retrieval
- Check for understanding, use retrieval and link meetings to embed learning rather than assuming one explanation is enough.
- Use clear learning intentions and repeat key points across sessions to secure retention.
Apprenticeship Beats Fast-Tracking
- Working under elite coaches like Craig Bellamy acted as an apprenticeship that accelerated Seibold's development.
- Delegation and clearly defined roles at Melbourne Storm gave him space to learn and add value.
