The Transforming Basketball Podcast

EP54: An Ever Evolving Coach with Jonas de Bruyne

Mar 29, 2024

Jonas de Bruyne, a basketball coach, discusses his shift to a games-based approach in coaching, influenced by ecological dynamics. He talks about incorporating defenders in training, his player development program in Germany, and shares practical examples of innovative training sessions like Tennis Basketball with a Defender and Snake & KOB Finishing.

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Quick takeaways

Transition from drill-based to games-based approach highlights evolving coaching philosophies.

Incorporating defenders in training sessions enhances player decision-making and skill acquisition through realistic game simulations.

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Evolution of Coaching Philosophy and Skill Development

Coaching journeys, like Jonas de Bruyne's transitions from traditional drill-based coaching to embracing a games-based approach, highlight significant shifts in coaching philosophies. The shift towards Contemporary Learning Approach (CLA) and ecological dynamics framework fosters a player-centered approach focusing on perception-action coupling for better game understanding and decision-making. Through experiences in different coaching settings, coaches evolve by prioritizing individual skill development within game contexts.

Introduction

3min

Innovative Coaching Strategies in Basketball

6min

Individualized Player Development Strategies and Training Sessions

4min

Maximizing Player Development through Individualized Training

8min

Focused Coaching Strategies and Future Collaboration

2min

In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Jonas de Bruyne, a basketball coach who has experienced a significant shift in his coaching philosophy. Jonas shares his journey from traditional drill-based coaching to adopting a games-based approach influenced by ecological dynamics. He discusses the impact of perception-action coupling and the importance of incorporating defenders in training sessions. Jonas also talks about his current coaching role in Germany and how he has implemented a creative and individualized player development program. Throughout the episode, they provide valuable insights into the evolution of coaching methods and the benefits of a games-based approach in basketball.

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Key Takeaways:

04:10 - Biggest changes after being at College Prep

09:30 - How Jonas plans and executes Player Development Sessions

17:00 - Practical Examples: Tennis Basketball w a Defender, Snake & KOB Finishing, Push Out Shooting, Snake/KOB Dribble PNR 2v2

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