The Sport Psych Show #318 Prof Stephen Harvey & Dr Ed Cope - Understanding and Improving Player Learning
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Apr 21, 2025 
Prof. Stephen Harvey, a Sport Pedagogy expert at Ohio University, and Dr. Ed Cope, a Lecturer in Sport Coaching at Loughborough University, dive into enhancing player learning strategies. They discuss the crucial balance between theory and practice, emphasizing game-based learning for better engagement. Cognitive load theory plays a key role in optimizing coaching methods, ensuring training meets individual player needs. The duo shares insights on the importance of personalized coaching strategies to foster effective decision-making and player development.
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Theory Links Practice and Coaching
- Theory develops from practice and helps explain events to improve coaching effectiveness.
- Coaches use multiple theories, connecting them to better understand and enhance their practice.
From Hands-Off to Balanced Coaching
- Stephen Harvey initially preferred hands-off coaching but recognized the need for balance.
- He now supports using explicit instruction and questions alongside game-based approaches.
Assess and Tailor Challenges
- Assess players' current capabilities to tailor relevant challenges.
- Design tasks that avoid being too easy or overly stressful to optimize learning.