The Functional Tennis Podcast Elevate your coaching through effective communication with Adam Blicher
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Feb 13, 2025 Adam Blicher, a coach and author of 'Winning Words,' shares his expertise on communication in tennis coaching. He emphasizes the importance of building trust and respect to enhance player engagement. Adam discusses effective learning through external cues instead of internal ones, and the need for clear roles among players, coaches, and parents. He also addresses the normalization of nerves during competitions and suggests using focal points for refocusing. This insightful conversation highlights how open communication can help players unlock their full potential.
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Inspiration from Dan Kiernan
- Adam Blicher noticed Dan Kiernan's players responded better and developed faster, which sparked Adam's quest to improve his coaching skills.
- This experience motivated Adam to create his book and podcast focused on effective coaching communication.
Build Trust with Clear Roles
- Start coaching by establishing clear roles and expectations to build trust and respect with players.
- Understand the person behind the player and adapt your coaching style accordingly to foster long-term relationships.
Use External Cues for Learning
- Use external cues and analogies rather than internal body cues when coaching techniques.
- Co-create meaningful cues with players to ensure they understand and can reproduce desired movements under pressure.
