The Transforming Basketball Podcast
Transforming Basketball
Transforming Basketball is all about breaking away from the status quo by helping the basketball world make sense of evidence-based ideas. Within the podcast, contemporary skill acquisition ideas are introduced to change the way we think about basketball performance.
If you’re ready to join us in our quest to transform the basketball world, challenge the way things have always been done, and reflect deeply on our coaching and organisational approaches, then this is the podcast for you!
If you’re ready to join us in our quest to transform the basketball world, challenge the way things have always been done, and reflect deeply on our coaching and organisational approaches, then this is the podcast for you!
Episodes
Mentioned books
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May 22, 2024 • 49min
EP63: Intentionality in Professional Basketball with George Galanopoulos
George Galanopoulos, Associate Head Coach at Rip City Remix, emphasizes education and understanding in player development. They discuss skill acquisition, warm-ups, and coaching principles of play. Key takeaways include maximizing activities for player development, using Player Development Plan as a guide, and altering player positioning in activities for better representativeness.
May 15, 2024 • 29min
EP62: Exploring a Contemporary Approach with Nabil Murad
Irish basketball coach Nabil Murad discusses embracing a contemporary coaching approach influenced by ecological dynamics. Topics include challenges coaches face, applying ecological dynamics to shooting and game situations, and practical tips for incorporating skill acquisition ideas into coaching philosophy.
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May 8, 2024 • 27min
EP61: Using Differential Learning to Improve Shooting in Professional Basketball
Join Felix Engel and Niklas Geske as they discuss how differential learning can improve shooting performance in professional basketball. They explore adding variability to shooting practice, maintaining focus and engagement, and the importance of observation and creativity in implementing differential learning.
May 1, 2024 • 26min
EP60: Playing by the Rules with the CLA with Dr. Alex Lascu
Dr. Alex Lascu discusses the CLA framework for coach development in basketball. Topics include creating a supportive learning environment, peer-to-peer learning, a unique coaching curriculum, and the importance of ongoing support and collaboration among coaches.
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Apr 24, 2024 • 39min
EP59: Newell's Constraints Model in Nutrition with Patrick Burnett
Pat Burnett, a sport and exercise nutritionist, discusses integrating nutrition in basketball programs at all levels. Topics include constraints in athlete nutrition, rainbow diet benefits, hydration strategies, carbohydrate choices, and travel considerations. Practical tips and insights on optimizing basketball nutrition are shared.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 27min
EP58: Why There is No 'One Size Fits All' with Martin Andrade
Coaching innovator Martin Andrade discusses the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) and ecological dynamics in player development. He emphasizes creativity in practice activities, variable shooting, and differential learning for shooting drills. Martin shares strategies for warmups and small-sided games, focusing on designing activities that challenge players' coordination and creativity.
Apr 9, 2024 • 30min
EP57: The Book is OUT!
Author Alex Sarama discusses his new book 'Transforming Basketball' which challenges traditional coaching methods. Topics include fostering player independence, integrating skill acquisition theories, and bridging the gap between research and practice in basketball programs.
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Apr 5, 2024 • 37min
EP56: How can the CLA be used in Basketball Physio? With Daniel Muntz
Physiotherapist Daniel Muntz discusses applying an ecological approach to basketball physical therapy, focusing on prevention and recovery from ankle sprains. Topics include rehab activities, movement attractors in warmups, alternatives to ice/braces, and integrating physiotherapy with coaching for player development.
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Apr 2, 2024 • 48min
EP55: Exploring Eco Psych with Gray Thomas
Gray Thomas, an expert in ecological psychology, discusses its application in basketball with Alex Sarama. They explore affordances, individual differences, and the importance of designing adaptable environments for player development. They challenge traditional cognitive theories and emphasize the need for a unified theory to break down organizational silos in sports.
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Mar 29, 2024 • 23min
EP54: An Ever Evolving Coach with Jonas de Bruyne
Jonas de Bruyne, a basketball coach, discusses his shift to a games-based approach in coaching, influenced by ecological dynamics. He talks about incorporating defenders in training, his player development program in Germany, and shares practical examples of innovative training sessions like Tennis Basketball with a Defender and Snake & KOB Finishing.
