The Transforming Basketball Podcast EP91: Developing Female Hoopers with Kerri Kuzbyt (Part 2)
Dec 11, 2024
Delve into contemporary skill acquisition in basketball, examining how traditional coaching often limits athletes. Discover the transformative techniques that promote adaptability and autonomy among female players. Learn about the importance of intentional practice, which enhances athletic enjoyment and potential. The discussion also highlights valuable lessons in vulnerability and competition that athletes can share, encouraging growth in and out of the sport.
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Guidance in Coaching
- Guide athletes to attune to information themselves during competition.
- Avoid controlling athletes like in a video game; they must learn to adapt.
Confidence in Female Athletes
- Female athletes often lack confidence due to traditional coaching that diminishes their voice.
- Male coaches often underestimate female athletes and give them less autonomy.
Traditional Coaching's Limitations
- Traditional coaching, like our world's setup, follows an information-processing approach.
- This approach limits players' autonomy and confidence by restricting variability and information from mistakes.