The Coaching Bubble Ep26 Dr Phil Kearney Podcast
Sep 20, 2020
Dr. Phil Kearney, a lecturer at the University of Limerick and co-founder of Movement & Skill Acquisition Ireland, shares invaluable insights into coaching dynamics. He discusses the profound impact of questioning techniques, emphasizing the need for coaches to evolve their strategies and the balance between open and closed questions. Phil highlights the importance of careful observation and the benefits of developing adaptable athletes through varied movement challenges. He also touches on the significance of psychological development and the value of a multi-sport approach for youth.
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Teaching Principles Strengthen Coaching
- Coaching and teaching share core principles like aligning beliefs with practice and planning outcomes before acting.
- Phil Kearney says borrowing across disciplines strengthens coaching practice and philosophy.
Record Sessions And Wait After Questions
- Record and listen back to your sessions to check if your actions match your intentions.
- Give athletes time to respond to questions instead of jumping in, and send them back to play to find answers.
Plan Questions During Session Prep
- Plan the types of questions you'll ask during session prep and imagine likely athlete responses.
- Use closed questions to build confidence, then open questions to elicit players' perspectives and solutions.
