The Transforming Basketball Podcast

EP60: Playing by the Rules with the CLA with Dr. Alex Lascu

May 1, 2024

Dr. Alex Lascu discusses the CLA framework for coach development in basketball. Topics include creating a supportive learning environment, peer-to-peer learning, a unique coaching curriculum, and the importance of ongoing support and collaboration among coaches.

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Quick takeaways

Creating environments to influence coaching methods through practical experiences.

Providing real-life coaching interactions to bridge the gap between theory and practical application.

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Implementing Ecological Dynamics Framework in Coach Development

Implementing an ecological dynamics framework in coach development involves setting up environments that dictate coaching methods. By arranging environments to prompt particular behaviors, such as moving chairs in a classroom, coaches can experience firsthand how spaces influence coaching approaches. The goal is to offer direct experiences to coaches to enhance learning, emphasizing realistic scenarios over theoretical instruction to ensure effective application of skills in coaching settings.

Introduction

2min

Modern Coaching Development Methods

15min

Flexible Curriculum Approach for Coaching Licenses

2min

Continuous Coach Development and Innovation

5min

Encouraging Coaches to Embrace Uncertainty and Support

2min

In this episode, Alex Sarama welcomes back Dr. Alex Lascu as a guest. They discuss an upcoming coach development workshop called CLA Playing by the Rules, which aims to provide coaches with an interactive and genuine experience of using the ecological dynamics framework in basketball. They emphasize the importance of creating a supportive environment for coaches to learn and apply new concepts. They also explore the challenges of coach development and the need for ongoing support and collaboration among coaches.

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Key Takeaways:

02:40 - Re-arranging the classroom to show the importance of the environment

11:30 - Peer to Peer Learning

16:58 - A Goosebumps Coaching Curriculum

19:36 - Cultivating Coach Developing Candidates

Connect with Alex Lascu:

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/skillacqlascu

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alascu_

Substack: https://substack.com/@skillacqlascu

ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Alexandra-Lascu-4