The Coach Dave Love Podcast

Chris Oliver, founder of Basketball Immersion, and NBA Shooting Coach Dave Love discuss top skill acquisition concepts for coaches. They emphasize simplifying coaching, cue communication, practice strategies, and a constraints-led approach for player development. The episode offers practical insights and actionable advice for coaches at all levels looking to elevate their training methodologies.

This week's episode is all about the lower body and how it affects the rest of your shot. Where do I think the "optimal" positions for the lower body are? How wide should feet be? Where should we point our feet? Where should your feet finish at the end of the shot? We'll go into all of that and more!

(that gets done all the time, at all levels)... (And what you can do instead)... In this episode, Matt and I break down the drill that seems to be done all the time, at all levels, and yet offers next to no true value in development. But we make sure to load the episode with ideas of the ways you can improve that simple drill to actually make it beneficial. If you are loving the Coach Dave Love Podcast, please leave us a nice review on your podcast platform. Just go to the main show page, scroll down a look for "rate and review". Hit 5 stars and say something nice!! Thanks so much.

What causes flat shots? Most coaches say "use your legs more..." but that is something I rarely say. Listen as Matt and I break down some of the common flaws that I see causing flat shots... PLUS, a detailed breakdown of today's solar eclipse! Unfortunately my internet failed us before we could get to the use of Differential Learning in working with players that have flat shots (thus the reason for the abrupt ending) , so we will get to that at the beginning of the next episode!

Are you a coach just entering your off-season? Whether you are a high-school, college, or pro coach you'll get something out of this podcast. Which battles do you fight? What ideas do you need to consider? Coach Dave Love has some tangible ideas to help you build a winning off-season shooting development program.

Phil Beckner, a renowned player development coach known for his work with NBA star Damian Lillard, shares invaluable insights on basketball coaching. He discusses the nuances of skill acquisition, emphasizing personalized training approaches and the balance between athlete autonomy and coaching guidance. The conversation dives into the complexities of player ego and the importance of feedback, as well as foundational coaching techniques that foster growth. Beckner also reflects on the journey from player to coach, highlighting the power of authentic relationships in player development.

Exploring innovative skill acquisition methods in basketball with Coleman Ayers, highlighting the balance between science and art, personalized video shot analysis, and the importance of continuous learning for coaches and players alike.

We are getting technical on this one. The whole episode is how right-handed shooters miss to the left. Now, if you are left-handed, just flip this podcast on its head. All the ideas still apply. This is a good one!

What does my job look like? How did I get to the point where working in the NBA was a reality? What is the difference between training in season or out of season? And most importantly, how do I think teams can take advantage of having a shooting consultant EVEN MORE! This episode is great for any aspiring coach, head coach wanting some ideas to improve their teams shooting, or front office members curious about how to develop a shooting program.

Explore the intricacies of designing customized basketball drills to improve player habits and in-game performance. Discover the importance of isolating movements in drills and simplifying practice scenarios with constraints. Learn about the concept of layering drills in coaching and the shift towards remote coaching post-COVID. Enhance shooting skills through customized drills tailored to address specific deficiencies and promote effective shooting techniques.