Wade Gilbert

Wade Gilbert, a professor of kinesiology and seasoned coach educator, shares insights from his book, Coaching Better Every Season. He emphasizes the need for coaches to embrace continuous learning and share practices across sports. Wade discusses the crucial traits of great coaches such as humility and curiosity, and encourages observing different sports for fresh perspectives. He also highlights the importance of reflecting on practice sessions and using metrics like player retention to measure success, reminding us that teaching and connection are at the heart of coaching.