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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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.
Mar 26, 2024 • 15min
EP53: How to Overcome Challenges Implementing the CLA
Skill acquisition expert Alex Sarama discusses implementing CLA in basketball, addressing challenges like obtaining results vs. following science, teaching skills without explicit instruction, learning styles, and reinventing fundamental skills by youth players.
Mar 22, 2024 • 23min
EP52: How OTE are Developing The Next Generation of Pro Players with Markus Klusemann
Markus Klusemann and Alex Sarama discuss player development at OTE, focusing on bridging the gap between science and coaching. They explore challenges in player development across different basketball environments and the concept of minimal effective instructions. The importance of queuing and attentional focus in coaching, as well as the impact of the CLA lens on health and performance development, is also highlighted.
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Mar 19, 2024 • 57min
EP51: How Basketball Coaches Can Implement Clear Principles of Play with Zico Coronel
Exploring alignment of principles of play with an ecological approach in basketball. Discussion on coverage solutions, spacing, offensive strategies, and player decision-making. Practical insights on building coverage solutions and adapting to different defensive coverages. Emphasis on balance between freedom and structure in player development.
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Mar 15, 2024 • 39min
EP50: “Invisible Backpacks” and Forms of Life with Marti Canellas
In this podcast, Marti Canellas discusses his basketball background, the cultural influences on coaching, and the importance of questioning beliefs. He emphasizes viewing basketball as a complex system, understanding individual intentions, and focusing on the game and players' needs.
