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The Transforming Basketball Podcast

EP65: The Role of An SAS in Professional Basketball with Tyler Yearby (Pt 2)

Jun 5, 2024
Tyler Yearby, Skill Acquisition Specialist and Co-Founder of Emergence, discusses the challenges of introducing new ideas in basketball, emphasizing transparency and collaboration. Topics include forming a common language across departments, meeting staff members where they are, and integrating movement exploration in the weight room.
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  • Embracing an 'empty cup' mindset fosters growth through transparency and collaboration in skill acquisition.
  • Encouraging small adjustments over complete overhauls can lead to innovation and improved performance in basketball.

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Approaching Traditional Coaches with New Ideas

When introducing skill acquisition specialists to practitioners entrenched in traditional methods, transparency and a mutual willingness to learn are crucial. Embracing an 'empty cup' mindset fosters collaborative growth without undermining existing practices. Encouraging small adjustments rather than complete overhauls can lead to more innovation and improved performance.

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