The Transforming Basketball Podcast EP106: Playing with Perception with Derek Panchuk (Part 2)
Mar 26, 2025
Derek Panchuk, a skill acquisition specialist with a focus on ecological dynamics and visual perception in sports, dives into transformative coaching techniques in basketball. He emphasizes the importance of tailored practice to enhance athletes' visual processing and decision-making. The discussion also covers balancing skill development with game context, encouraging players to experiment for confidence. Derek shares personal anecdotes on resilience and the journey of learning, drawing parallels between sports and personal growth.
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Athletes Zoom In to Decide
- Skilled athletes scan quickly and then focus intently on key information before making a decision.
- They perceive the game differently, picking up relevant information faster and making better decisions.
Coach by Unpacking Perception
- Instead of prescribing where to look, coaches should help athletes unpack what information is relevant.
- Use reflective questions and recreate similar scenarios to help athletes understand their perception-action link.
Individualize Challenge and Celebrate Wins
- Avoid fixating on a specific "optimal" success rate; individualize difficulty and success based on the athlete.
- Celebrate small wins to encourage persistence especially when the task is challenging and success is rare.