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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Quick takeaways

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.

Deep dives

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.

Introduction

2min

Navigating Challenges of Introducing New Ideas in Professional Basketball

2min

Exploring the Practical Aspects of Serving as an SAS in Basketball

2min

Integrating Ecological Approach in Professional Basketball

17min

Exploring the Future of Professional Basketball and Skill Acquisition in Sports

2min

In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Tyler Yearby, a Skill Acquisition Specialist and Co-Founder of Emergence. They discuss the role of a skill acquisition specialist (SAS) in basketball and how to overcome the challenges of introducing new ideas to practitioners who have been using a different approach throughout their careers. Tyler emphasizes the importance of transparency, open-mindedness, and collaboration in order to create a positive and effective working environment.

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Key Takeaways:

2:10 - Starting with an Empty Cup

4:15 - SAS as a Co-Pilot

6:40 - Meeting Each Staff Member Where They Are

8:50 - Nudging Movement Exploration in the Weight Room

13:55 - Performance Coach's Integration in Team Practice

16:40 - Forming a Common Language Across Departments

19:00 - How to Identify Improvement

Connect with Tyler:

Twitter: https://x.com/TylerYearby