The Coaching Bubble

On this weeks show we chat with Colm Crowley founder of Coaching the GAAme , the a platform that shares ideas on coaching in Gaelic Games. Colm talks about how every child deserves quality coaching and the importance of just letting the children play.

Alan Keane Head Basketball Coach with GB U20 National Team. Alan outlines the importance of Faciliting players and making sure they are at the center of what you do and how to narrow the focus of your session plans to get best from your session.

Jon Mackey Canoeing IRL Performance Director and WAKO Kickboxing Coach outlines how we as coaches have the responsibility to help athletes be the best they can be and the importance of not seeking recognition as a coach.

This week we chat with one of Irelands most innovative Gaelic Football coaches Steven Poacher. Steven outlines the importance of each member of the team reaching their full potential, How coaching at all levels can be fun and enjoyable for all and Steven shares his coaching philosophy.

On this weeks show we speak with current Laois Senior Hurling Coach and former Dublin Senior Hurler Niall Corcoran. Niall talks about his transition from player to coach and the importance of all sessions having a purpose. Some brilliant learning for all coaches of all levels.

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.

Dr .Orlagh Farmer, Lecturer in Sport Education. In a open and refreshing conversation Orlagh chats on how to create an open coach learning environment and and the importance of knowing your players as people as well as athletes.

We speak with Dr Orlagh Farmer Lecturer in Sport Education. In a brilliant and refreshing conversation Orlagh talks about creating an open coach environment and the importance of knowing your players as people as well as athletes.

Nick Winkelman Head of Athletic Performance & Science with the IRFU. In a fascinating conversation with the author of 'The Language of Coaching'. Nick highlights the importance of the language we use as coaches and speaks about silence been a coaches best friend.

Dr. Phil Kearney, a lecturer at the University of Limerick and co-founder of Movement & Skill Acquisition Ireland, shares invaluable insights into coaching dynamics. He discusses the profound impact of questioning techniques, emphasizing the need for coaches to evolve their strategies and the balance between open and closed questions. Phil highlights the importance of careful observation and the benefits of developing adaptable athletes through varied movement challenges. He also touches on the significance of psychological development and the value of a multi-sport approach for youth.