Coach and Coordinator Podcast Leveraging Technology for Optimizing Player Development - Ryan Larsen, Head Coach, Carnegie Mellon
In this episode, we speak with Ryan Larson, head coach at Carnegie Mellon University, whose football program consistently ranks in the top 25. We explore his innovative strategies for enhancing player performance through a comprehensive knowledge base that aids learning.
Ryan discusses how the pandemic prompted a shift to technology for recording training sessions and meetings, improving player retention. He shares how organized video resources allow new recruits to catch up quickly and how immediate feedback from recorded practices empowers players to learn at their own pace.
We also touch on the logistical aspects of maintaining this knowledge base, emphasizing its benefits for communication and efficiency in coaching.
Chapters
- Introduction to Coaching Techniques
- Building a Knowledge Base
- Maximizing Practice Time
- Adapting to Player Needs
- Special Teams Success
- The Importance of Timing
- Creative Teaching Methods
- Organizing Video Resources
- Accountability in Coaching
- Winning Edge
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