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The Basketball Podcast

Episode 267: Stuart Armstrong, Sport Development, Coaching, Skill Acquisition, and Sport Science

May 10, 2023
01:08:03

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Quick takeaways

  • Drills in coaching can hinder transferability of skills to game situations and stifle creativity and motivation in athletes.
  • Coaches should create game-like situations to enhance player development and focus on adaptability and problem-solving skills.

Deep dives

The Pitfalls of Using Drills in Coaching

Using drills in coaching can have several potential pitfalls. Drills often involve repetitive and isolated movements that are predefined, lacking the unpredictability and decision-making required in game situations. This can hinder transferability of skills to real game scenarios. Additionally, drills can stifle creativity, problem-solving abilities, and motivation in athletes. By prescribing specific movements and not allowing for adaptability, athletes may become overly reliant on coaches and lose faith in their own abilities.

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