The Transforming Basketball Podcast

EP96: It Just Makes Sense with Jeff Schmidt

Jan 15, 2025

Jeff Schmidt, a seasoned basketball coach with over 25 years of experience, transitions from high school leadership to running his own training business in Northern Colorado. He shares insights on the powerful Constraint-Led Approach, emphasizing the need for individualized plans that cater to each player's strengths. Reflecting on his enriching experiences at a basketball camp in Italy, Schmidt discusses the importance of adaptability in coaching and how tailored environments can significantly enhance player development.

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Jeff Schmidt transitioned from a head coach to a private trainer to prioritize family and redefine his coaching methods.

He emphasizes creating training environments that replicate game scenarios to enhance players' decision-making and performance under pressure.

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Coaching Journey and Transition

The speaker shares insights about transitioning from a head coaching role to starting a private training business, emphasizing the importance of family over traditional coaching commitments. Initially motivated by the need to be present for his children, he took the bold step to leave his head coach position to focus on his passion for basketball in a more personal coaching capacity. This shift not only allowed him to spend more time with his sons but also led him to reevaluate his approach to teaching basketball. His journey reflects a deeper understanding of coaching as a holistic practice that prioritizes both skill development and relationship-building with athletes.

Intro

2min

Evolving Coaching in Basketball

9min

A Transformative Journey of Learning and Growth in Italy

3min

Reflecting on a Transformative Basketball Experience

1min

Building a Basketball Camp: Insights and Impact

6min

Navigating Coaching Challenges with CLA

12min

In this episode, Adam Omiecinski interviews Jeff Schmidt a coach with over 25 years of experience, who discusses his transition from a head high school coach to running his own private basketball training business in Northern Colorado. He talks about discovering CLA, its impact on his coaching style, and his experiences at a basketball camp in Italy. Jeff also covers how he incorporates individualized plans for his players and the challenges of creating an optimal training environment.

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