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Swarthmore College head coach Landry Kosmalski joins the Basketball Podcast to share insight on shifting strategies and sustained success.

Two-time National Coach of the Year Landry Kosmalski has a 224-93 record at Swarthmore with a .707 win percentage since taking the helm in 2012. Under his leadership, the Garnet have become a powerhouse in Division III basketball, consistently ranking among the top teams in the nation.

Kosmalski’s coaching career is marked by numerous accolades and achievements. He has been named the NABC Division III Coach of the Year and has earned the Centennial Conference Coach of the Year award multiple times. His teams have made several NCAA Tournament appearances, including trips to the Elite Eight and the Final Four. In the 2019-20 season, his team was ranked No. 1 nationally and finished with an impressive 28-1 record.

Kosmalski has been recognized as the Region/District Coach of the Year in 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2023. He has also earned the title of Centennial Conference Coach of the Year in 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2020. Under his leadership, Swarthmore has made multiple NCAA Tournament appearances in the 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 seasons. Additionally, his teams have clinched the Centennial Conference Championship in 2016-17, 2018-19, 2022-23, and 2023-24.

Before joining Swarthmore, Kosmalski served as an assistant coach at Davidson College, where he helped lead the Wildcats to two Southern Conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances.

Texas Tech head coach Krista Gerlich joins the Basketball Podcast to share defensive concepts, techniques and drills.

With a career coaching record that includes over 347 wins, Krista Gerlich brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to the program. A former standout player for Texas Tech, Gerlich was a key member of the 1993 NCAA Championship team, earning accolades such as Final Four All-Tournament Team and NCAA Woman of the Year for Texas.

In 2013, Gerlich took over as head coach at UT Arlington, where she became the winningest coach in program history with 121 victories. Her tenure at UT Arlington was marked by significant achievements, including a Sun Belt Regular Season Championship and a Sun Belt Coach of the Year award..

Gerlich returned to her alma mater in 2020, taking the helm of the Lady Raiders. Under her leadership, the team has shown steady improvement, reflecting her commitment to building a competitive and resilient program. Known for her strategic acumen, player development skills, and ability to foster team chemistry, Gerlich continues to inspire and lead her players both on and off the court. Her dedication to excellence and her deep connection to Texas Tech make her a pivotal figure in the world of collegiate basketball.

Minnesota State University-Mankato head coach Emilee Thiesse joins the Basketball Podcast to share insight on National Championship motion defense and offense.

Emilee Thiesse has transformed the Minnesota State University’s women’s basketball program into an NCAA Division II powerhouse. Under her leadership, the Mavericks clinched their second NCAA Division II Championship during the 2023-24 season, breaking several team records along the way. Thiesse’s tenure boasts an impressive 228-116 (.662) overall record, with 5 NCAA Tournament appearances, and her teams consistently ranking among the top in scoring offense and defense. Minnesota State’s 2023-24 season saw them achieve a 20-2 conference record, their second NSIC Championship, and their first NSIC Tournament Championship.

Thiesse’s coaching prowess has been recognized with multiple accolades, including the NSIC Coach of the Year honor. The team broke several team records during their 2023-24 championship season, including games played (37), most wins (32, tied with 2008-09 season), points scored (3,069), field goal attempts (2,673), field goals made (1,146), field goal attempts (789) and free throws made (571). Along with the fourth-best scoring offense in NCAA Division II (82.9 ppg), the Mavericks also boasted a smothering defense that ranked second in steals per game (17.1), second in turnovers forced (28.05) and first in turnover margin (+13.11).

NBA Youth Basketball Consultant and Basketball Immersion founder Chris Oliver reflects on ten years of transformative basketball coaching and player development ideas.

Chris Oliver is the founder of Basketball Immersion, a leading resource for basketball coaches and players worldwide. Since 2014, Chris has been dedicated to sharing his passion for the game through innovative coaching methods, immersive videos, and insightful podcasts.

With a decade of experience in educating coaches, Chris Oliver has established himself as a trusted authority in youth basketball development. As a consultant for the NBA's youth basketball development programs, Chris Oliver works to shape the future of the game. He is also involved with the renowned Sierra Canyon basketball program, further solidifying his commitment to nurturing young talent. 

Through Basketball Immersion, Chris Oliver provides coaches with the tools and knowledge to enhance their teams' performance. His engaging content, including the popular Basketball Immersion podcast and in-depth video analysis, has resonated with coaches from grassroots to elite levels.

Chris's mission is to empower coaches, players, and basketball communities globally, fostering a deeper understanding and love for the game. Join the Basketball Immersion community to tap into Chris's expertise and transform your coaching and playing experience.

Guest: Dustin Kerns, Head Coach Appalachian State Men's Basketball

Appalachian State head coach Dustin Kerns joins the Basketball Podcast.to share insights on draft time, defense and a culture of appreciation.

Kerns guided the Mountaineers to a historic season in his fifth year at the helm, securing the program's first regular season outright conference championship since the 1978-79 season, a program-record 27 wins and an NIT first-round appearance for the first time since 2006-07. The Mountaineers won 16 Sun Belt games in 2023-24 and finished with a 16-2 record, marking the best winning percentage in conference play in program history. For the third consecutive season, the Mountaineers won at least 10 home games, winning 15 games at the Holmes Center, the most in the building's era. App State was one of 12 teams in the country to be undefeated at home while shattering their regular-season attendance record.

The Mountaineers finished the season 3-0 against teams that made the 2023-24 NCAA Tournament. App State's win over Auburn on December 3 made it back-to-back seasons that the Mountaineers have defeated a Power 5 opponent. Additionally, the Mountaineers were the only team in the country to post three separate winning streaks of at least eight games. Because of the team's success, Kerns was named App State's first Conference Coach of the Year since 2003. Kerns also garnered the All-District 23 Coach of the Year honors by the NABC and was named a finalist for both the Jim Phelan and High Durham Coach of the Year Awards.

Kerns coaching journey started as a student assistant at Clemson, and after graduation landed his first coaching job at Tennessee Tech. Following a one-year stop as a graduate assistant at Tennessee, Kerns joined Mike Young's staff at Wofford from 2004 to 2007, then moved on to Santa Clara as an assistant from 2007 to 2013. He returned to Wofford as the associate head coach in 2013, where he was on staff for the Terriers' 2014 and 2015 NCAA Tournament appearances.

On May 23, 2017, Kerns was named the head coach at Presbyterian.Kerns took over a Presbyterian program that had endured 12 straight losing seasons and a 5 win campaign the previous season. The program quickly turned around as in his 2nd season at Presbyterian, he led the Blue Hose to a 20 win season, first ever postseason berth, and quarterfinal appearance in the CIT Tournament. Kerns was named the head coach at Appalachian State on March 28, 2019.

Breakdown:

02:22 Celebrating Team and Fan Support

03:41 Unique Summer Training Approaches

05:08 Draft Time: A New Approach to Pickup Games

13:27 Mental Health and Player Wellbeing

14:58 Encouraging Diverse Training Environments

19:18 Emphasizing Offensive Skills in Summer

23:29 Focusing on Fewer Fouls During Games

26:33 Officiating Practice: A Teaching Tool

27:48 Addressing Bad Habits and Consequences

30:36 The Role of Analytics in Shot Selection

31:39 Consequences and Emotions in Practice

33:44 Verticality and Defensive Techniques

37:56 Defensive Conditioning and Team Building

40:11 Developing Defensive Intensity

43:01 Core Principles and Program Success

46:44 Appreciation and Individuality in Coaching

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Mike Bradbury, Head Coach New Mexico Women's Basketball

In this week’s basketball coaching conversation, New Mexico head coach Mike Bradbury joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on efficient language, keeping it simple, and his “so what” philosophy.

Mike Bradbury enters his ninth season as head coach for The University of New Mexico women’s basketball team. In his previous eight seasons at the helm, Bradbury has guided the Lobos to a 162-89 (.645) and 89-51 (.636) in conference and became just the second coach in UNM history to win 100 games. Overall as a head coach he has won over 340 games.

Five times in his tenure (2017-18, 2018-19, 2021-22, 2022-23, 2023-24) the Lobos eclipsed the 20-win mark, with the Lobos tying the program record for most wins in a single season with 26 in 2021-22. Further, the 25 wins in 2017-18 were tied for the second-most wins in program history. The consecutive 20-plus win seasons under Bradbury in 2017-18 and 2018-19 were the first for the program since the 2007-08 – 2008-09 seasons

From 2007 to 2010, Bradbury led Morehead State to a 50–44 record over the course of three seasons, including a 22–11 record and a bid to the WBI in his final season as head coach. The 22-win mark set the school's NCAA-era record for victories in a season, and the 14–4 conference mark in the same year set the school's single season conference wins record and was also the highest conference winning percentage in a season in school history

At Wright State from 2010 to 2016, Bradbury had five seasons with 20 or more wins and led the school to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 2014, in addition to WBI appearances in 2011 and 2012 and WNIT appearances in 2015 and 2016.

Breakdown:

01:10 Longevity in Coaching

02:02 Building a Winning Team Culture

03:03 Efficient Communication in Coaching

04:39 Non-Negotiables in Player Development

10:27 Adapting Offensive Strategies

15:14 Defensive Principles and Adaptability

21:14 Coaching Philosophy and Staff Development

26:05 Overcoming Adversity: No Excuses

26:42 Staff Organization and Responsibilities

27:56 Efficient Practice Communication

30:03 Post-Practice and Game Review

33:05 Adapting Coaching Strategies

39:06 Simplifying Game Plans

48:05 Maintaining Passion for Coaching

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachbballimmersion/

Immersion Videos:

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Guest: Phill Pressey, Boston Celtics Assistant Coach

In this week’s coaching conversation, Boston Celtics Performance Enhancement Coach Phil Pressey joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on transitioning from player to coach, and applying skill acquisition ideas.

Known for his strategic mind and ability to develop players, Phil is a rising star in the coaching world. After serving as a graduate assistant at Missouri, he joined the Celtics’ coaching staff in 2023, bringing his court vision and leadership to the sidelines.

Phil’s basketball roots run deep. The son of former NBA player and coach Paul Pressey, Phil has basketball in his DNA. His playing career began at the University of Missouri, where he set records for assists and steals, earning First-Team All-SEC honors in 2013.

Despite going undrafted in the 2013 NBA Draft, his tenacity and skill earned him a spot with the Boston Celtics, where he played as a point guard. His professional career also included stints with the Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, and several international teams.

Breakdown:

01:01 Transition from Player to Coach

02:09 Mentorship and Learning

03:35 Innovative Coaching Techniques

06:40 Enhancing Basketball IQ

07:30 The Importance of Scanning

10:52 Film Study and Player Development

13:37 Roles and Responsibilities

16:42 Challenges in Transitioning to Coaching

20:53 Balancing Practice Techniques

22:53 Coaching Summer League: Insights and Challenges

23:53 The Importance of Player Feedback

25:34 Balancing Feedback and Player Independence

28:23 Empowering Players Through Communication

30:34 The Role of Reading and Continuous Learning

36:0 Developing Point Guard Skills

37:48 Adapting to Modern Basketball

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/basketballimmersion

Immersion Videos:

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Guest: Mike Magpayo, UC Riverside Head Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, UC Riverside head coach Mike Magpayo joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on adjustments, confidence, and analytics.

Mike Magpayo has set a new standard for UC Riverside men's basketball, entering his fifth year as full-time head coach in 2024-25 after having the interim tag removed on May 21, 2021.

Magpayo is the fastest UC Riverside head coach to collect 25 Big West victories, doing so in just three seasons. As of the conclusion of the 2023-24 season, Magpayo's Highlanders have earned back-to-back Big West Freshman of the Year honors.

Magpayo was named the first Big West Coach of the Year in program history in 2022-23 after leading UCR to a program-record 22 wins - including 10 in Big West play - while picking up another program-record five Big West Player of the Week awards.

Prior to arriving in Riverside, he spent a year as the men's basketball director of operations at the University of San Francisco on the staff of his coaching mentor, Kyle Smith. He also spent time as an assistant coach at Campbell University and Columbia University.

Magpayo has also found tremendous success off the court, both as the CEO of a multi-million dollar real estate firm in Southern California for seven years, and as the founder and president of the Asian Coaches Association

Breakdown

1:00 - Coaching Strategies

2:00 - Mental Performance

6:00 - Solution based Coaching and managing Losses

9:00 - Coaching Strategies with Two Small Guards

14:00 - Shapes and Formations

16:00 - Advantage Games and Screening Actions

21:30 - Murky Play and Language Use

25:00 - Audibles and Player Development

28:00 - Importance of Being Decisive

33:00 - Teamwork

36:00 - Sales Tactics

38:30 - Importance of Accountability

43:00 - Business Strategies

46:00 - Leadership, Vision, and Alignment

48:30 - Asian American Experience in Coaching

Mike Magpayo’s Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Magpayo

Twitter: https://x.com/coachsonic

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/basketballimmersion

Immersion Videos:

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Guest: Matt Driscoll, North Florida Head Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, North Florida head coach Matthew Driscoll joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on embracing change and dots on the map.

Coach Driscoll is the all-time winningest coach in ASUN history and has won over 250 games at North Florida. He is a three-time ASUN Coach of the Year (2014-15, 2015-16, 2019-20) and was the NABC District 3 Coach of the Year in 2014-15.

Driscoll has led his Osprey teams to multiple ASUN regular season titles (2015, 2016, 2020), an ASUN tournament championship (2015), and two national postseason appearances (2015 NCAA, 2016 NIT). 

Discroll boasts an impressive record, having mentored 13 of UNF's 18 1,000-point scorers (including transfers) while leading his teams to hold nearly every program record. His strategic approach resulted in a Top 20 final ranking in the CollegeInsider.com Mid-Major poll (2014-15) and twice led NCAA Div. 1 in 3-pointers made per game (2016, 2020). He's also known for guiding UNF to victories over powerhouse programs like Purdue and Illinois.

Before coming to UNF, Driscoll spent twelve years as an assistant at Baylor University, Valparaiso University, Clemson University, and the University of Wyoming.

Breakdown

1:00 - Coaching Strategies and Player Development

4:00 - Importance of Foundation and Fundamentals

8:00 - Importance of Guarding The Ball

13:00 - Mindfulness in Practice

15:00 - Fast and Furious

18:00 - Peer Pressure Drills

23:30 - Purposeful Drills

26:00 - Understanding the Game

28:00 - Player Freedom

32:00 - Consistent Coaching

36:00 - Transfer Portal Era

41:00 - Longevity with Specific Player's Journey

45:00 - Character and Chemistry in Basketball

49:30 - Program Success

53:30 - Virtual Training

57:00 - Adaptability to Change

1:00:00 - Personal Growth

1:06:00 - Personal Connections

1:08:00 - Conclusion

Matt Driscoll’s Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Driscoll_(basketball)

Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattsdriscoll

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Immersion Videos:

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Guest: Greg Kampe, Head Coach at Oakland University

Numerous achievements and milestones mark Kampe’s coaching career. He is the current longest-tenured coach at a single school dating back to 1984 when Oakland was an NCAA D2 school. Kampe has coached five NBA players, led four teams to the Division 1 NCAA Tournament, and has a chance to win his 700th career game this coming season.

The 2023-2024 season was particularly noteworthy for Kampe and the Golden Grizzlies. Under his leadership, Oakland won the Horizon League tournament for the first time, securing an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament. As a 14-seed, they achieved a remarkable upset victory over 3-seed Kentucky in the Round of 64, marking Kampe’s first win in this tournament stage.

Oakland’s only previous NCAA tourney win came in the First Four in 2005. Over the years, Kampe has led Oakland to multiple conference championships, including three Summit League tournament titles and two Horizon League regular-season titles. He is the third-longest tenured men's college basketball coach currently active, a testament to his dedication and leadership. 

Kampe’s dedication to the program and his players is evident in his long-standing commitment to Oakland University. He has been recognized with numerous awards, including four Summit League Coach of the Year honors and an induction into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame in 2017. Kampe’s coaching philosophy emphasizes consistency, hard work, and the development of student-athletes both on and off the court.

Breakdown

1:00 - Achievements in Coaching Career

1:30 - Coaching Consistency and Its Impact on Success

3:30 - Game Planning and Strategy

8:30 - Coaching Decisions

11:00 - Coaching Philosophy and Offensive Strategy

17:00 - Finding Player's Strengths

20:00 - Unique Matchup Zone Defense

23:00 - Adapting Zone Defense

29:00 - Practice Plan and Emphasizing Repetition

32:00 - Offensive Strategies

39:00 - Values

42:00 - Personal Growth

44:00 - Didn't Travel with the Team

46:00 - Self Awareness

47:00 - Conclusion

Greg Kampes Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greg_Kampe

Website: https://www.allcoachnetwork.com/kampe/main.html

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Immersion Videos:

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Guest: Matt Hill, Charlotte Hornets Assistant Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, Charlotte Hornets assistant coach Matt Hill joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on NBA transition and player development concepts.

Matt Hill brings a wealth of NBA coaching experience to the Charlotte Hornets, having previously served as an Assistant Coach with the Phoenix Suns, Atlanta Hawks (2018-2023) and the Orlando Magic (2017-2018). He began his NBA journey with the Orlando Magic in 2012, working his way up from Video Analyst/Scout to Player Development under coaches Jacque Vaughn, James Borrego, Scott Skiles, and Frank Vogel.

A standout athlete himself, Hill played college basketball at the University of Texas and was named Nebraska's Mr. Basketball and Gatorade Player of the Year in high school. He holds a bachelor's degree in corporate communications.

Hill's dedication to the game is evident in his career path. Transitioning from player development to coaching positions, he has developed a strong foundation in maximizing player potential and contributing to team success.

Breakdown

1:00 - Coaching Experience

2:00 - End of Shot Clock Possession

7:30 - Coaching Strategies

8:30 - Rival Spacing

13:30 - Creating Space

16:00 - Processes and Feedback Loop

21:00 - Balance, Tracking, and Feedback

27:30 - Stats and Film Analysis

30:00 - Importance of Trust and Accountability

36:00 - Coaching Journey and Staff Development

40:00 - Four Different Coaches

42:00 - Conclusion

Matt HIll’s Bio:

Bio: https://nbacoaches.com/matt-hill/

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Brian Benjamin, Technical Director for Netherlands Basketball and Former FIBA 3x3 Head Coach 

In this week's coaching conversation, the technical director for Netherlands basketball and former FIBA 3x3 head coach Brian Benjamin joins the Basketball Podcast to discuss FIBA 3vx3 and its application to all basketball coaching.

From 2016 to 2021, Brian Benjamin has been the Head Coach of the 3x3 Men National Team of The Netherlands. After his teams won several medals at the Europe Cup and World Cup, the Men's team qualified for the Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Brian Benjamin is currently the Technical Director of the Netherlands Basketball Federation. He oversees and is responsible for all National Teams and Talent Programmes (3x3, 5-on-5, and Wheelchair) of the Netherlands Basketball Federation.

Breakdown

1:00 - Netherlands Success in 3x3 Basketball

5:00 - Defensive Strategies for 3--Point Shots

11:00 - Strategies to Counter Switches

14:00 - Defensive Rebounds and Communication

20:00 - Limiting Turnovers

22:00 - One-on-One Defense

27:00 - Player Skills and Team Concept

30:00 - 3x3 Practice and Defensive Tactics

36:00 - Importance of Individual Skills

39:30 - Performance Analysis

42:00 - Keep Competing

45:00 - Conclusion

Brian Benjamin’s Bio:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjbrian/

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

Website: http://basketballimmersion.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

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Guest: Fran Fraschilla, ESPN College Basketball Game and Studio Analyst

In this week's coaching conversation, ESPN College Basketball Game and Studio Analyst, Fran Fraschilla shares insights on trends in coaching, 3x3 and a passion to learn.

Fran Fraschilla joined ESPN as a college basketball game and studio analyst in 2003. Fraschilla has an extensive coaching background, having coached at the collegiate level for 23 years. His teams made eight postseason appearances, including three NCAA Tournaments. He was the head coach at the University of New Mexico, St. John’s University and Manhattan College..At ESPN, he worked on NBA Draft coverage, the FIBA World Championships, as well as the NBA and high school basketball. He was also an analyst on ESPN’s NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball coverage from 2007-2014.

Fran Fraschilla had an impressive coaching career before transitioning to ESPN.

Manhattan College (1992–1996): As head coach of the Manhattan Jaspers, Fraschilla led the team to the NCAA Tournament twice. In 1995, the Jaspers pulled off an upset as a 13-seed, defeating Kelvin Sampson’s No. 4 Oklahoma Sooners. St. John’s University (1996–1998): At St. John’s, Fraschilla coached four NBA players, including Metta World Peace. His overall record with the Red Storm was 35–24.University of New Mexico (1999–2002): Fraschilla continued his success at New Mexico, posting a 55–41 record. His teams made postseason appearances, including the NIT and NCAA Tournaments.

In total, Fran Fraschilla’s coaching career spanned 23 years, with an overall record of 176–99. His expertise and insights now benefit ESPN viewers as he analyzes college basketball games and covers the NBA draft, particularly focusing on foreign players.

Breakdown

1:00 - International Basketball Growth

6:00 - Pick and Roll Basketball Techniques

13:00 - Five Out Offense and Big Men Passing Ability

16:00 - Effective Weak Side Actions

18:30 - Practice Design and Habits

25:00 - Coaching Techniques in College Basketball

28:30 - Offensive and Defensive Approaches

33:00 - Importance of Switching

35:30 - Difference of 3x3 vs 5x5

39:00 - Benefits of 3x3

46:00 - Family Involvement

49:00 - Coaching and Mentorship

54:00 - Conclusion

Fran Fraschilla’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fran_Fraschilla

Twitter: https://x.com/franfraschilla

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

Website: http://basketballimmersion.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

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Immersion Videos:

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Guest: Joan Plaza, Spanish Professional Basketball Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, Spanish professional basketball Joan Plaza joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on modern coaching: Instilling confidence and empowerment.

Joan Plaza is a Spanish professional basketball coach with an impressive track record. His coaching journey spans across various European teams, where he has consistently achieved success at the highest levels of the game. Plaza most recently was head coach of AEK in the Greek League and in the Basketball Champions League.

Plaza began his coaching career at the basketball school he co-founded, EB Betsaida, and worked with the women’s team EB Santísima Trinitat and the small club CB Sant Adriá. During the 2000–01 season, he led his team to victory in the Spanish Under-20 championship.

A veteran of 194 coaching appearances in the EuroLeague, spread between Zenit, Unicaja, Zalgiris, and Real Madrid. His most notable coaching stint was with Real Madrid, where he initially served as an assistant coach under Božidar Maljković. When Maljković departed, Plaza stepped up as the head coach. Under his leadership, Real Madrid achieved remarkable milestones, including thirteen consecutive Liga ACB wins and winning the ULEB Cup (now known as EuroCup) in the same season. Plaza was named the AEEB Coach of the Year.

Plaza’s coaching journey continued with other prominent teams including Cajasol Sevilla, Unicaja Malaga, where he secured his second EuroCup title in the 2016–17 season., Zenit Saint Petersburg, and Real Betis.

Breakdown

1:00 - Coaching Youth Basketball

2:30 - Sharing Experiences

7:30 - Modern vs Traditional Coaching Methods

10:30 - Player Development and Communication

17:00 - Assistance in Decision Making

20:30 - Building Confidence

27:00 - Creating Strategy and Goals

31:00 - Time Management

36:00 - Coaching Methods

40:00 - Game Plan and Priorities

48:00 - Coaching Philosophy and Passion

55:00 - Conclusion

Joan Plaza’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joan_Plaza

Twitter: https://x.com/joanplazaduran

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

Website: http://basketballimmersion.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/basketballimmersion

Facebook: https://facebook.com/basketballimmersion

Immersion Videos:

Check out all our all-access practice and specialty clinics: https://www.immersionvideos.com

Guest: TJ Saint, Birmingham Squadron G-League Head Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, Birmingham Squadron G-League head coach T.J. Saint joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on his playbook and modern strategies and concepts.

Saint's professional coaching journey started in 2014 when he served as the video coordinator for the Detroit Pistons. He remained with the Pistons until 2018 gaining valuable insights into the NBA game.  Following his departure from the Pistons, Saint went to the University of Georgia where he held the position of Director of Basketball Strategy for the Men's Basketball team during the 2018-19 season.

Saint then spent three seasons honing his coaching skills with the New Orleans Pelicans' G League affiliates.  He started as an assistant coach (2019-20) before being promoted to associate head coach (2020-22).  His dedication and hard work culminated in his well-deserved appointment as head coach of the Birmingham Squadron in 2022. Saint's 2023-24 Squadron team was the #1 ranked offense in the regular season, and the 4th all-time regular season offense in the history of the G-League.

Saint attended Belmont University, where he completed his bachelor’s degree in business development. During his time at Belmont, he also served as a student assistant coach with the men’s basketball team from 2009 to 2011. His experience at Belmont laid a strong foundation for his coaching career, combining academic achievement with practical coaching experience.

Saint later pursued a Master’s degree in effective teaching and leadership at Butler University. While at Butler, he worked as a graduate assistant coach, further honing his coaching skills and expanding his understanding of leadership in sports.

Breakdown

1:00 - Coachikng Strategies and Culture

2:00 - Creating Team Identity

5:30 - Positive Reinforcement

9:00 - Basketball Coaching Strategies

15:30 - Confrontational Drives

19:00 - Alternating the Current

22:30 - Spacing

29:30 - Blitzing and Pick and Roll Coverage

32:30 - Defensive Tactics

35:00 - Pick and Roll Reads

41:30 - Hang and Hostage Dribbles

44:30 - Late Sprays and Monkey in the Middle

48:00 - Play Calling

55:30 - Angle Shot

59:00 - Chase Five and Euro

1:03:00 - Offense Strategies and Plays

1:09:30 - Dribble Drive Motion

1:12:30 - Single Side Tag and Small Ball

1:16:00 - Use of Flares and Back Screens

1:23:00 - His Coaching Philosophy and Experience

1:27:00 -  Conclusion

TJ Saint’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://georgiadogs.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/t-j-saint/2505

Twitter: https://x.com/tjsaint4

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

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Guest: Tim Martin, Player and Personal Development Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, Tim Martin joins the Basketball Podcast to share a holistic approach to player and business development.

Tim Martin is a basketball coach, motivational speaker, filmmaker, and industry expert. His journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most respected skills trainers in the basketball community is nothing short of remarkable.

Tim’s journey took a pivotal turn when he began training young athletes. His work ethic, second to none, caught the attention of rising NBA star Tyrese Maxey. Maxey, who has trained with Tim since his freshman year at South Garland High School, describes their relationship as family-oriented.

Tim Martin’s impact extends beyond the court. He has developed comprehensive training transformation programs for basketball players at all levels. His Virtual Training Academy, established in 2007, has helped produce 21 NBA Draft selections and assisted clients in earning over $550 million in NBA salary. Tim has worked with NBA, WNBA, NCAA, and Euro league champions, leaving an indelible mark on the basketball world.

Tim is not only a basketball trainer but also a motivational speaker, filmmaker, and industry expert. As the Director of Basketball Relations for the Dwyane Wade sneaker company, Way of Wade/Li Ning, he has cultivated relationships with premier names in sports entertainment and fashion.

Tim Martin’s journey from homelessness to world-renowned trainer exemplifies resilience, hard work, and the transformative power of basketball. His story inspires athletes and dreamers alike, reminding us that greatness can emerge from even the humblest beginnings.

Breakdown

1:00 - Holistic Player Development

7:00 - Building a Personal Brand

9:30 - Personal Growth and Curiosity

16:00 - Unconventional Methods

19:00 - Confidence Building

24:30 - Building Mental Toughness and Pressure

27:00 - Coaching Method in the NBA

33:00 - Mental Health

35:30 - Team Building

42:00 - Networking and Authenticity

46:00 - Conclusion

Tim Martin’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://timmartiniq.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/timmartin_tx

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Yolett McPhee-McCuin, University of Mississippi Head Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, University of Mississippi head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin joins The Basketball Podcast for a deep dive into defensive principles, offensive philosophy and sustaining success.

Head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin has elevated Ole Miss women’s basketball back into the national spotlight throughout her six seasons in Oxford. McPhee-McCuin keeps building upon success each season at the helm of the Rebels, leading Ole Miss to a program record 12 SEC wins in 2023-24 as well as the school’s third straight NCAA Tournament appearance for its 20th overall.

Along with guiding the Rebels to a program best in conference wins, McPhee-McCuin picked up her 100th win at the helm of Ole Miss during the 2023-24 season to become the second coach in program history to achieve the feat. McPhee-McCuin spent the five seasons before Ole Miss transforming Jacksonville into a perennial power in the Atlantic Sun Conference. During her tenure as head coach, McPhee-McCuin led the Dolphins to a 94-63 record (50-24 in ASUN play) and postseason appearances in each of her last three seasons.

McPhee-McCuin, who has also served as the national team head coach for her native Bahamas, was an assistant at Clemson from 2011-13, where she was recognized as one of the top assistants in the nation by National Women's Basketball Insider. Before her stint at Clemson, McPhee-McCuin was on staff at Pittsburgh for two seasons in 2009 and 2010. Her coaching career also includes stops at Portland, Frank Phillips College, and Arkansas-Pine Bluff.

Breakdown

1:00 - Defense and Adaptability

8:00 - Defensive Strategies for 3 Point Shots

15:00 - Defensive Techniques

18:00 - Embracing Physicality

23:00 - Defending Ball Screens

28:30 - Freedom on Offense

34:00 - Exploit Defensive Weaknesses

36:30 - Data Analysis and Practice Management

43:00 - Maintaining Standards

48:00 - Mentorships in Women's Basketball

53:00 - Conclusion

Yolett McPhee-McCuin’s Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yolett_McPhee-McCuin

Twitter: https://twitter.com/YolettMcCuin

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Victor Lapena, Canadian Women’s National Basketball Team Coach

Canadian Women's National Basketball Team Víctor Lapeña joins the Basketball Podcast to share his philosophy on international coaching, development, and principles of play.

Lapeña brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to his current role as Head Coach of the Canadian Women's National Basketball Team.

Prior to his appointment in 2021, Lapeña spent a remarkable 14 years within the Spanish Basketball Federation.  His impact is undeniable, having played a key role in Spain's dominance on the international stage. During this tenure, he contributed to an impressive collection of 14 medals, including two coveted EuroBasket golds (2013, 2017) and a silver medal at the prestigious 2016 Rio Olympics.

Lapeña's expertise extends beyond the national team level. He also boasts a distinguished club-level career in Spain, leading teams in both the second and first tiers of their national league. His strategic brilliance culminated in a championship title with CB Avenida in the 2012-13 season. Additionally, he achieved success on the international club scene by guiding Nadezhda Orenburg to the EuroCup Women title in 2019.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

2:30 - Coaching Basketball in Canada

10:00 - Club Model vs Scholastic Model

16:00 - Basketball Development Model

22:00 - Coaching Principles and Strategies

26:00 - Player Development

32:00 - Coaching Strategies Learned in Soccer

37:00 - Defensive Strategies in Basketball

43:30 - Defensive Rebounding Strategies

47:00 - Conclusion

Victor Lapena’s Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/V%C3%ADctor_Lape%C3%B1a

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

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Guests: Carly Thibault Dudonis, Fairfield Head Coach

In this week’s coaching conversation, Fairfield head coach Carly Thibault-DuDonis joins the Basketball Podcast to share her insights on 5-Out and, team and basketball identity.

In just her second season at the helm, Thibault-DuDonis led the Stags to a program-record 31 wins as part of an historic 31-2 campaign, the second-highest winning percentage in the nation. That mark featured a conference-record 29 game winning streak culminating in a MAAC Championship, their fifth in program history.

Thibault-DuDonis was named the Maggie Dixon Coach of the Year, All-Met Coach of the year, the ECAC Coach of the Year, the College Insider Kay Yow Coach of the Year, and the MAAC Coach of the Year to celebrate Fairfield's historic season. The Stags also achieved the program's first-ever national ranking as they slotted No. 25 in the AP Top-25 poll and also received votes in the USA Today Coaches Poll. They finished the season ranked fourth in the College Insider Mid-Major Poll. The Stags capped off their historic season with the MAAC Tournament and Regular Season Championship while punching their ticket to the 2024 NCAA Tournament.

In her first season with the Stags, she led the team to a top-5 finish in the conference, receiving a bye into the MAAC Championship Quarterfinals with an 11-9 conference mark.

Carly most recently served as the associate head coach and recruiting coordinator at the University of Minnesota. Before joining Minnesota, Carly was an assistant coach at Mississippi State and Eastern Michigan.

Thibault-DuDonis' father Mike Thibault was a three-time WNBA Coach of the Year previously coaching the Connecticut Sun and Washington Mystics while also being an assistant coach in the NBA for the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks. Her brother Eric, is the current Head Coach of the Washington Mystics.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

2:00 - Positive Team Environment

5:30 - Offensive Identity

9:00 - Coaching Strategies for Mid-Major Teams

12:00 - Creative Advantages in Offense

14:30 - Cutting and Spacing

18:00 - Basketball Analytics and Player Development

23:30 - Defensive Strategies

27:30 - Defensive Fundamentals

30:30 - Film Analysis abd Drills

34:00 - Workload Management

38:00 - Coaching Philosophy

41:00 - Skill Improvement

Carly Thibault Dudonis’s Bio:

Bio: https://fairfieldstags.com/staff-directory/carly-thibault-dudonis/240

Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTbow

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Guests: Dave Love, NBA Shooting Coach, and Matt Robertson, Co-Host of The Coach Dave Love Podcast

In this week's coaching conversation, Chris Oliver joins the Coach Dave Love Podcast to share insights on applying skill acquisition concepts to basketball shooting and player development. In this enlightening episode of The Coach Dave Love Podcast simulcast on the Basketball Podcast, hosts Matt Robertson and NBA Shooting Coach Dave Love are joined by Chris Oliver, the esteemed founder of Basketball Immersion. 

Chris Oliver stands as a leading figure in integrating motor learning and skill acquisition principles into basketball training. With a track record of consulting for numerous NBA teams and National Federations globally, Chris brings a wealth of evidence-based coaching approaches to the table.

Throughout the episode, Chris and Dave dissect their top five Skill Acquisition concepts, providing invaluable insights for coaches looking to enhance their training methodologies. This episode serves as a beacon for those new to the realm of Motor Learning, offering a comprehensive starting point. Tune in as Chris and Dave delve into the nuances of skill acquisition, providing actionable strategies and practical advice that coaches can implement immediately. 

Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to coaching, this episode promises to equip you with the foundational knowledge needed to elevate your coaching game and unlock the full potential of your players. If you're ready to take your coaching to the next level and optimize player development, this episode is a must-listen.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

3:00 - Basketball Shooting Form and Practice Methods

8:00 - Improving Skill Acquisition

12:30 - Importance of Adaptability

17:00 - Internal vs External Cues

21:30 - Perception and Adaptability

26:00 - Skill Acquisition Strategies

30:30 - Reducing Instructions

37:00 - Focusing on Habits

40:00 - Teaching Cues

44:30 - Coaching Techniques

48:00 - Constraint-Led Approach

54:30 - Player Development

58:30 - Personalized Approach

Dave Love’s Bio:

Website: https://www.coachdavelove.com/

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-coach-dave-love-podcast/id1719926493

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCspHEavqXfrWe2YFps_4RiQ

Matt Robinson’s Bio:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachmattyrob

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Chris Oliver, Founder of Basketball Immersion

In this week's basketball coaching conversation, the creative mind behind Basketball Immersion, Chris Oliver, joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on his practice framework for player and team development. 

For a decade, Chris Oliver, founder of Basketball Immersion, has been revolutionizing basketball coach education with his experiential and evidence-based approach. Chris has traveled the world, and worked with NBA organizations, National Federations, and NCAA programs, along with youth basketball players and coaches around the world. In this special solo podcast episode, Chris dives deep into his Practice Framework – a blueprint for maximizing player and team development. Listen in as the veteran coach unveils strategies to go beyond rote memorization and empower players to understand the "why" behind the drills. 

This episode includes an audio clip from a 10-13-year-old mixed youth basketball development session and is a must-listen for any coach who wants to build winning teams and create a truly impactful practice experience. Learn more about this podcast and Basketball Immersion at.

Breakdown

1:00 - Focus on Player Development

3:00 - Moving to Los Angeles

7:00 - Audio on 5 on 5 Conceptual Offense

11:00 - Player Development and Parent Involvement

15:30 - Creating Double Gaps for Spacing

18:00 - Classroom Management Strategies

23:30 - Challenging Drils

26:30 - Improving Player Performance

32:00 - Offense and Defense Concepts

34:30 - Space, Passing, and Driving Principle

42:30 - Player Development and Problem-Solving

48:30 - Player Responsibility

51:30 - Defensive Strategies and Techniques

57:00 - Open-Ended Questions

59:30 - Coaching Philosophies and Practice Strategies

Chris Oliver / Basketball Immersion

Website: http://basketballimmersion.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

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Guest: Joe Crispin, Penn State Assistant Coach

Penn State assistant coach Joe Crispin joins the Basketball Podcast to share his philosophy on cultivating creativity and adaptability in basketball.

One of Penn State’s all-time great players and longtime professional athlete, Joe Crispin is an Assistant to the Head Coach at Penn State. Crispin last appeared on Episode 247 and his Immersion Videos product All Access Practice with Joe Crispin has become a best seller as coaches learn about his play based philosophy from raw and real practices.

Crispin spent the last seven seasons as the head men’s basketball coach at Rowan University where he guided the Profs to a 114-54 record, three NCAA Tournament appearances, two conference titles and the 2023 Sweet 16. He collected the fourth-most wins by a head coach in school history through his seven years on the sideline.

Crispin engineered one of the most prolific offenses in the country at Rowan, as the Profs averaged more than 80 points per game in each of his final six seasons including 90+ points per game in each of the last two years.

A longtime professional player, Crispin joined the Los Angeles Lakers in 2001 as a free agent and enjoyed a highly successful career in Europe for more than a decade.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

2:00 - Practice to Games

5:00 - Experiential

7:00 - Youth Basketball Development

11:30 - Higher Level Coaches

16:00 - Problem Solving

21:00 - Asking Questions

24:30 - Creating Solutions

27:00 - Freedom and Structure

30:00 - Organization Drills

34:00 - Stop and Listen

39:00 - Structure

43:00 - Run The Pattern

46:00 - Struggling with Flow

51:00 - Adaptability

56:00 - Working on the Game

59:00 - Take Away Decisions

1:02:00 - Creating Opportunities

Joe Crispin’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Crispin

Twitter: https://twitter.com/joecrispin

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Guest: Kevin Mulcahy, Sports Practice Design Specialist

Sports practice design specialist Kevin Mulcahy joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on representative practice using a constraints-led approach.

Kevin is an experienced sports and conditioning coach who has worked with sports teams, athletes, professionals, and clubs across three continents for over 30 years. He is the owner-operator of the Design the Game Project, a platform that shares coaching insights and research with a progressive and learning-led audience.

Design the Game promotes a Constraints Led Approach to Motor Learning and coaching. Kevin has studied on and off the field how humans learn to move and learn skills for well over 20 years.

Through the Design the Game brand has run several mini online courses around motor learning, decision making in sport and practice design. Kevin also runs TMC Performance, a sports and conditioning, personal training business that caters to the overall health and lifestyle of his clients from athletes to busy professionals through a strength and conditioning for life and sport mindset and programming approach.

Kevin has a strong educational background in coaching science, with a BSc in Strength and Conditioning from Setanta College, a certificate in Nutritional Science and Coaching from Precision Nutrition, and a certificate in The Neuroscience of Decision Making from Barcelona FC

Breakdown

1:00 - Constraint Led Approach

7:00 - Manipulating Task Constraint

11:30 - Elicit Skill

16:00 - Technique Development

26:00 - Poet's Practice

34:00 - Feedback with Action

40:00 - Early in Learning

49:00 - History

52:00 - Playing Unstructured

59:00 - Affordances

1:03:30 - The Three Things

1:07:00 - Basketball Drills

1:12:00 - Free Throw

1:14:00 - Conclusion

Kevin Mulcahy’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://kevinmulcahy.substack.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/movementcoachkm

Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Tanisha Wright, Atlanta Dream Head Coach

In this week’s coaching conversation, Atlanta Dream head coach Tanisha Wright joined the Basketball Podcast to share insights of WNBA culture and coaching.

Tanisha Wright joined the Atlanta Dream prior to the 2022 WNBA Season and led the franchise to its most wins in a season (14) since 2018. Her breakout first year as a head coach with the Dream also earned her the Associated Press Coach of the Year award and a second-place finish in WNBA Kia Coach of the Year voting.

As head coach, Wright is responsible for fostering the growth of the Dream’s players and establishing a culture of integrity and accountability. She brings 14 years of WNBA experience as a player and 2 more seasons as an assistant coach with the Las Vegas Aces.

A first-round draft pick in 2005, Wright spent 10 seasons as a guard with the Seattle Storm, where she helped lead the team to nine straight playoff appearances and a WNBA Championship in 2010. She played another four seasons with the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx before retiring as a player in 2019.

While still playing in the league, Wright began her coaching career in 2017 as an assistant with the University of North Carolina at Charlotte 49ers. In 2020, the Aces signed her as an assistant coach, where she worked closely with industry leader Bill Laimbeer.

Prior to joining the WNBA, Wright was a three-time Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and First-Team All-American at Penn State.

Breakdown

1:00 - Vision of Coaching

3:30 - Huge Impact

5:00 - Building Culture

8:30 - Player Accountability

12:00 - Unstoppable Moves

13:30 - Analytics

17:00 - Player Development Coach

19:00 - Game Reps

20:30 - Traditional Practices

23:30 - Different Type of Realities

25:30 - Adjustments

27:30 - Special Projects

28:30 - Playing Conceptually

31:00 - Evolving Landscape

34:30 - Development League

38:00 - Value of Mentor

40:30 - Off Season

42:00 - Small Jobs

Tanisha Wright’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanisha_Wright

Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachtwright_

Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Curt Miller, LA Sparks Head Coach

LA Sparks head coach Curt Miller joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on WNBA coaching, mastering the monotony, and point-of-attack concepts.

Los Angeles Sparks Head Coach Curt Miller made history on August 6th against the Washington Mystics winning his 150th WNBA game as a head coach. His latest career milestone places him in elite company. Miller, Lin Dunn, and Van Chancellor now stand alone as the only head coaches to have won at least 275 collegiate games and 150 WNBA games. Miller is the fifth fastest to 150 WNBA wins.

Before coaching the Sparks, Miller served as the Head Coach of the Connecticut Sun where he was named the WNBA Coach of the Year in 2017 and 2021. Miller led the Sun to two WNBA Finals appearances in 2019 and 2022 and six playoff appearances in seven seasons. Miller also coached at Bowling Green State University (2001-12) and Indiana University (2012-14). In his tenure as a college coach, he won over 290 collegiate games.

Breakdown

1:00 - Involvement with USA Basketball

5:30 - Unique Places in History

8:30 - Love of Teaching

11:00 - Scout Heavy Philosophy

13:00 - Monotony

17:00 - Collaborative Process

19:00 - Transactional Nature

21:00 - Significant Developments

26:00 - Qualitative Elements

28:00 - Ball Screen 

33:00 - Switching

35:00 - Ghost Slip Set Decision

38:00 - Point of Attack

41:30 - Humility

43:30 - Conclusion

Curt MIller’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curt_Miller

Twitter: https://twitter.com/CurtMillerWBB

Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Dylan Murphy, G League Head Coach

In this week’s basketball coaching conversation, G League head coach Dylan Murphy joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on coaching analytics.

Dylan Murphy is the head coach of the Osceola Magic, the NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic.

Dylan Murphy has been associated with the Orlando Magic for the past five seasons. His journey began as a basketball operations analyst from 2018 to 2020, where he provided valuable analytics support to the coaching staff. Subsequently, he was promoted to assistant coach in 2020 and has continued in that role for the last three seasons.

Prior to joining the Magic, Murphy served as an NBA G League scout for the Atlanta Hawks during the 2016-17 season. His responsibilities included identifying potential call-up candidates for the Hawks’ NBA roster.

From 2013 to 2016, Murphy worked as an assistant coach for the Fort Wayne Mad Ants, the NBA G League team for the Indiana Pacers. In the 2013-14 season, the Mad Ants clinched the G League championship with an impressive regular-season record of 34-16 and a perfect 6-0 playoff run. They followed it up with another trip to the G League Finals in the 2014-15 season.

Murphy also served as a graduate assistant with the men’s basketball team at Ball State University in 2018.

One of Murphy's most notable contributions to the coaching community is the creation of the Basketball Dictionary. This comprehensive resource serves as a compendium of basketball terminology, concepts, and strategies, providing coaches at all levels with a valuable tool for enhancing their understanding of the game.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

4:00 - Understanding Analytics

8:00 - Analytics and Basketball Experiences

11:30 - Optimizing Offensive Tempo

13:30 - Super Slow

15:30 - Efficiencies vs Types of Defenses

19:00 - Attacking a Switch

20:30 - Double Teaming a Star Player

25:00 - Offensive Rebounding

28:00 - Decision Making

31:00 - Interpreting the Data

35:30 - Teaching Points

37:30 - Decision Making Defensively

41:00 - Trends in Basketball Analytics

42:00 - Ideas Into Action

Dylan Murphy’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://gleague.nba.com/news/osceola-magic-name-dylan-murphy-head-coach

Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Bill Dettering and Mike Murphy, Hoopsalytics Founders

In this week's coaching conversation, Hoopsalytics founders Bill Dettering and Mike Murphy join the Basketball Podcast to share insights on Basketball Stats and Analytics Systems Designed for Coaches.

Bill Dettering developed and conceived Hoopsalytics with co-founder Mike Murphy. Hoopsalytics brings the most powerful analytics to teams of all levels. It is a Next Generation Basketball Stats and Analytics System Designed by Coaches, for Coaches.

Bill Dettering is currently the Girls Varsity Coach at Truckee High School, and is in his 12th season as a basketball coach at various levels. He played college basketball at Swarthmore College. He is a lifelong software designer and entrepreneur, previously founding Zingtree and has started and run six companies - all powered by data-driven decision making.

Mike Murphy is the current Head Coach of the freshmen/sophomore basketball team at Urban High School in San Francisco. He played college basketball at UNC-Greensboro and Catholic University.

Bill and Mike met as they played together in a San Francisco area men's leagues, which led to them connecting and building Hoopsalytics together. 

Breakdown

1:00 - Affordable Things

4:00 - Evaluating Defensive Performance

7:30 - Evaluating 5 Player Lineups

11:00 - Tracking Player Moves

14:00 - Why Paint Touches is Subjective

15:30 - Evaluating Sets and Actions

18:30 - Lineup Analysis

20:00 - Shot Tracking

26:00 - Work in Practice

28:00 - Game Decisions

30:00 - Value of Three Point Miss

33:00 - Turnovers

34:00 - Nerd Ball

38:00 - Data

41:00 - Hoopsalytics

Bill Dettering and Mike Murphy’s Bio:

Bill Dettering

Bio/Website: https://hoopsalytics.com/about.php

Twitter: https://twitter.com/BDettering

Mike Murphy

Bio/Website: https://hoopsalytics.com/about.php

Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachMikeMurphy

Basketball Immersion

Website: http://basketballimmersion.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/basketballimmersion

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Guest: Dave Leitao, Overtime Elite Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, Overtime Elite coach Dave Leitao joins the Basketball Podcast to discuss the basketball coaching and development landscape.

Dave Leitao is an accomplished American professional basketball coach, currently holding the position of head coach for the City Reapers in Overtime Elite (OTE). With a coaching journey spanning various institutions, including DePaul University, the University of Virginia, and his alma mater, Northeastern University, Leitao has left an indelible mark on the basketball world.

Leitao began his coaching journey as an assistant under Jim Calhoun at Northeastern University in 1984, later joining Calhoun at the University of Connecticut. 

After a stint as the head coach at Northeastern University, Leitao returned to Calhoun’s staff during the Huskies’ national championship-winning season in 1999. In 2002, Leitao assumed the head coaching position at DePaul University, leading the Blue Demons to postseason appearances, including the NIT in 2003 and 2005, as well as the NCAA tournament in 2004. His tenure saw an overall record of 58–34.

Taking over as head coach at the University of Virginia, Leitao made history as the first person of African descent to coach any varsity sport in Virginia Cavaliers history. Notably, he was named the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Coach of the Year by the Associated Press in the 2006–07 season.

Continuing his coaching journey in the innovative Overtime Elite league, Leitao has achieved success, winning the OTE Finals in the league’s first two seasons. He continues to lead the City Reapers influencing young players like last year’s team members Amen and Ausar Thompson, showcasing his dedication to player development.

Breakdown

1:00 - Developing Professional Players

6:00 - Approaching Player Development

9:00 - Holistic Approach

11:00 - Analytics

14:30 - Free Care

18:00 - Continuous Process

21:00 - Evolving Philosophically

23:30 - Improvement

28:00 - Real World Experience

30:00 - Deficiency

33:30 - Next Generation of Coaches

36:00 - Holding Players Accountable

39:00 - Player's Life

42:00 - The Thompsons

46:00 - Foundation

48:00 - Conclusion

Dave Leitao’ Bio:

Bio/Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Leitao

Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachDLeitao

Basketball Immersion

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Guest: Juli Fulks, Transylvania University Head Coach

Transylvania University head coach Juli Fulks joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on transformational leadership, positive psychology, and playoff preparation.

Juli Fulks has over 360 wins as a head coach and has been the head coach of the Transylvania University women’s basketball team for the past 10 years. Last year she led Transylvania to remarkable achievements. In the 2022-2023 season, her team achieved a perfect record of 33-0 and secured the NCAA National Championship. During this historic season, they dominated opponents, averaging over a twenty-point differential, scoring more than 70 points per game, while holding their adversaries to under 50 points. The Pioneers also clinched their fifth consecutive Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) title and completed two consecutive years of a perfect regular season.

Fulks began her head coaching career at Lewis & Clark College. During her 10 years there, her team (also named the Pioneers) posted seven winning seasons and made three consecutive NCAA tournament appearances while attaining a national ranking of fifth in the country. Coach Fulks has been named conference Coach of the Year seven times in her career and coached several academic and athletic All-Americans.

In addition to coaching, Juli holds a master’s in education degree from Defiance College (2004) and a Ph.D. in leadership studies (2022) from the University of the Cumberlands.

Breakdown

1:00 - Run on Transylvania University Basketball

6:00 - Transformational Leadership

8:00 - Generational Perspective

12:00 - Positive Psychology

14:30 - Common Sense

18:00 - Evidence Based Stuff

19:30 - Playing a Team Multiple Times

22:00 - Reduction Intensity

24:00 - Positive Framing

25:32 - 26:28 - Hoopsalytics Ad 3

26:28 - Endgame Situations

30:00 - Five Minute Moments

32:00 - Recovery

35:00 - Coaching Behaviors

38:00 - Special Situations

41:00 - Efficacy

45:00 - Risk Tolerance

48:00 - Experiential Things

51:00 - Conclusion

Juli Fulks’ Bio:

Bio/Website: https://transysports.com/staff-directory/juli-fulks/74

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Transy

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Guest: Stas Ovdieienko, Ukrainian Superleague Head Coach

In this week’s basketball coaching conversation, Ukrainian Superleague head coach Stas Ovdieienko joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on war and basketball.

Stas Ovdieienko is a prominent Ukrainian basketball figure, who has made significant contributions to the sport as a player and coach. Ovdieienko boasts an impressive 17-year career as a professional basketball player. During this time, he achieved significant milestones, including being crowned the champion of Ukraine and securing the Superleague Cup. Transitioning from player to mentor, Ovdieienko spent 2 years as an assistant coach before taking the reins as the head coach of BC Zaporizhzhia in the Ukrainian Superleague.

However, tragedy struck when the war reached his doorstep—quite literally. Despite his dedication to the sport, the conflict forced him to confront a new reality.

Stas Ovdieienko’s journey exemplifies resilience, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to basketball, even in the face of adversity and I am grateful to share it with you.

Breakdown

1:00 - Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine

6:00 - Impact of Conflict on Ukraine Basketball

11:00 - Normality

12:30 - Leadership

15:30 - Humor

16:23 - 17:31 - Hoopsalytics AD 2

18:30 - Mental Toughness

21:00 - Solution-Based Coaching Interventions

26:00 - Talk To Yourself

28:30 - Team Building

31:00 - Conclusion

Stas Ovdieienko’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://vk.com/stise

Twitter: https://twitter.com/prostoj

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Guest: Anthony McClish, G-League Ignite General Manager

In this week’s basketball coaching conversation, G League Ignite general manager Anthony McClish joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on ownership of decisions, relationships, and organization building.

Anthony McClish is a distinguished basketball executive with a rich history of accomplishments within the industry. He is the current General Manager of the NBA G League Ignite, a role he began in 2022. Under his guidance, the team experienced significant growth and success, with McClish playing a central role in shaping strategic initiatives, refining player development programs, and fostering an environment conducive to achieving excellence both on and off the court.

Prior to his tenure with the G League Ignite, McClish served as the General Manager for the Stockton Kings. Within the Sacramento Kings organizations, he honed his expertise as a Basketball Operations Assistant at the Sacramento Kings where he gained invaluable insights into player management, team dynamics, and the intricacies of operational efficiency within a premier basketball franchise.

McClish started his professional career as an intern with basketball operations with the San Antonio Spurs. He has also served as a consultant with USA Basketball. He holds an Executive MBA in Business Administration and Management from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

Breakdown

1:00 - Incredible Questions

3:30 - Being Confrontational

7:30 - Mentorship Model

10:00 - Organic Moments

12:00 - Team Building

15:00 - Building Geniune Relationships

18:00 - Ownership of Decisions

25:30 - Integrity

28:07 - 29:14 - Hoopsalytics Ad 1

29:14 - Nonlinear Development

31:00 - Life Skills

35:00 - Coping Strategies

38:00 - Qualitative/Quantitative Data

41:00 - Conflict Resolution Perspective

45:00 - Voicing Concern

51:00 - Trial and Error

54:00 - Conclusion

Anthony McClish’s Bio:

Bio/Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-mcclish-mba-63626335/

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Guest: Jamy Bechler, Author, Podcast Host, Speaker, and Leadership Consultant

Author, podcast host, speaker, and leadership consultant Jamy Bechler joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on failing forward, coachability, and modern leadership.

Jamy Bechler combines his unique experiences as a championship athletic director, college basketball coach, and executive business trainer to help take you and your team's results and leadership to the next level. He is a professional speaker, author, podcast host, and leadership consultant who works with teams ranging from major corporations to the NBA.

Jamy spent 20 years in organized athletics as a college basketball coach and athletic administrator. He now leads leaders and is a coach to coaches as a team consultant and leadership trainer. He is the host of the popular "Success is a Choice" podcast and is the author of six eBooks and four published books. You can learn more about him at www.JamyBechler.com

Breakdown

1:00 - Best Version of Themselves

6:00 - Concept of Coachability

11:00 - Players

13:00 - Filtering the Information

17:00 - Pursuit of Excellence

24:00 - Intentional Communication

26:57 - 28:09 - Hoopsalytics AD

28:09 - Modern Way of Communicating

31:00 - Leadership

36:00 - Looked Back in the Mirror

41:00 - Moments on the Bench

44:00 - Sports Team

46:00 - Bus Trip

52:30 - Leadership Development

56:00 - Conclusion

Jamy Bechler’s Bio:

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachBechler

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Guest: Sherrie Coale, Retired College Coach, and Current Author, Speaker, and Consultant

In this week's coaching conversation, retired college coach, and current author, speaker, and consultant, Sherri Coale joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on intention, and the writing and coaching process.

Sherri Coale retired from her position as the head coach of the University of Oklahoma Sooners women’s basketball team in 2021 after serving for 25 years. Currently, she is a writer, speaker, and consultant. Coale’s book, Rooted to Rise, is a collection of essays about people, and her must-read blog titled A Weigh of Life is available at sherricoale.com.

Coale last appeared on EP28 of the Basketball Podcast. She served as the head coach of the University of Oklahoma Sooners women’s basketball team for 25 years, from 1996 to 2021. During her tenure, her teams won multiple Big 12 championships, qualified for 19 straight NCAA tournaments, and earned their way into three Final Fours. She had the privilege of coaching 4 All-Americans, 14 WNBA draft selections, and a whole bunch of remarkable women who rewarded her still with their lives.

In addition to working the Oklahoma sideline, Coale participated in USA Basketball as an assistant coach in 2001 and as the head coach in the 2013 World University Games where her squad defeated Russia on their home floor to bring home the gold.

Breakdown

1:00 - With Intention

5:00 - Inspiration to Write

8:00 - Trusting the Process

11:00 - Importance of Foundations

16:00 - Asking Coach

20:00 - Self Discovery

26:00 - Story Telling

27:08 - 28:20 - Hoopsalytics AD

28:30 - Getting Unstuck

33:00 - Human Interaction

38:00 - Being Beside Someone

44:00 - Asking Great Questions

49:30 - Retrieval Practice

52:00 - Conclusion

Sherrie Coale’s Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sherri_Coale

Twitter: https://twitter.com/sherricoale

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Guest: John Krikorian, Christopher Newport Head Coach

Christopher Newport head coach John Krikorian shares insights on game philosophy, core principles, and his foundation series.

Krikorian led Christopher Newport to remarkable success, including its first three Final Four appearances and first National Championship in the 2022-2023 season. Krikorian has led the Captains to nine NCAA Tournaments in 12 seasons, including the last seven tournaments. CNU is the only school in the nation to win at least one game in each of the last seven NCAA tourneys, and Krikorian now has a career mark in tournament games of 23-7. His overall record at CNU is 290-65 (.817) through his first dozen years at the helm. He was named the National Coach of the Year by the NABC (National Association of Basketball Coaches) following his national title in 2023.

Krikorian’s teams at CNU have won at least 18 games per season since he took over, and have advanced to the conference championship game every year for the last nine seasons in the Capital and Coast-To-Coast Athletic Conference.

The National Championship team of 2022-2023 tied the school mark for victories with 30, finishing 30-3, and ending the year on a 15-game winning streak. Krikorian’s coaching resume now includes six seasons as an NCAA Division I assistant and 16 as a Division III head coach. His overall head coaching record is 355-107.

Breakdown

1:00 - National Championship

3:30 - Game Competitive Spirit

6:00 - Cliques and Outliers

10:00 - Empowering Everyone

13:00 - Stereotype of Leadership

18:00 - Risk Tolerance

22:00 - Empowering Players as Leaders

25:56 - 27:08 - Hoopsalytics ADS

27:08 - Breathing Practices

30:00 - Balance

32:00 - Foundation Series

36:00 - Defensive Philosophy

38:00 - Adjustments on Defense

41:00 - Drop Coverage

43:00 - Offensive Philosophy

45:00 - Spacing Template

47:00 - Conclusion

John Krikorian’s Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Krikorian

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-krikorian-96345a183/

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Guest: Steven DeMeo, Florida State College Head Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, Northwest Florida State College head coach Steve DeMeo shares insights on his road map to success.

Steve DeMeo was named head men's basketball for Northwest Florida State College on April 4, 2022, making it his second stint with the Raiders after a brilliant tenure from 2013-19. DeMeo most recently served as assistant coach for East Carolina University during the 2021-22 season and was at St. John's University in the same role from 2019-21 prior to his time at ECU.

Possessing three decades of experience across all levels of the college game, DeMeo's previous time leading the Raiders was remarkable. Coach DeMeo took NWFSC to a national title and was named the Spalding NJCAA National Coach of the Year in 2015. Under DeMeo's direction, Northwest Florida State turned in a six-year record of 198-35 (.850), earned an additional berth in the 2017 NJCAA Final Four and advanced to the Elite Eight in 2016, 2018 and 2019. Under his leadership, the Raiders captured the Panhandle Conference Championship five-straight years (2015-19) and earned four Florida College System Activities Association State Tournament Championships in 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019.

Numerous players that he recruited, coached and developed have been drafted by National Basketball Association teams including Charles Jenkins (Golden State Warriors), Ryan Gomes and MarShon Brooks (Boston), Herbert Hill (Utah) and Marcus Douthit (Los Angeles). In 2019, Oregon-signee and future 2021 NBA First Round Draft pick Chris Duarte was selected as the NJCAA Division I Player of the Year, the first player to earn that honor under DeMeo.

A veteran coach with a track record of success, DeMeo also held lead roles at Division II Newberry College, as well as Monroe College and Bronx Community College. DeMeo has accumulated a 294-105 (.737) overall record as a head coach. Prior to taking over at Northwest Florida State, DeMeo spent 17 years as an assistant at the Division I level, enjoying successful stints at Iona, Providence, UCF and Hofstra.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

2:00 - Next Practice

6:00 - Empowering Staff

8:00 - Areas of Improvement

12:00 - Happiness and Team Success

15:00 - Shot Selection

17:00 - Academics

19:00 - Different Defenses

22:30 - Freedom Early On

24:53 - 26:05 - Hoopsalytics Ads

26:05 - Weight Coaching

26:30 - Competetive Advantages

29:00 - Coaching Values

32:00 - Walk Ons

36:00 - Xavior Moon

41:00 - Competetive Practice

42:30 - Offensive Stall

46:00 - Being Open Minded

48:00 - Conclusion

Steven DeMeo’s Bio:

Bio: https://ecupirates.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/steve-demeo/3692

Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachSteveDeMeo

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Guest: JP Nerbun, Leadership Coach and Consultant

In this week's coaching conversation, leadership coach and consultant J.P. Nerbun joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on sport parent solutions and culture.

J.P. Nerbun is a bestselling author, leadership coach, and founder of TOC Culture Consulting, a leading global sports-consulting and leadership coaching business. His mission is to support leaders and their teams to achieve their full potential through 1:1 coaching, consulting, and community.

Nerbun's impressive scope spans across sports, education, healthcare, and business, with a proven track record of guiding leaders at esteemed institutions such as Stanford University, Harvard University, University of Texas, the USGA, PWC, and Chick-Fil-A.

In 2019, he published his first book, Calling Up: Discovering Your Journey to Transformational Leadership, which has received critical acclaim. In 2022, he published The Culture System: A Proven Process for Creating an Extraordinary Team Culture, a groundbreaking book offering a framework for developing team culture.

In 2023, he launched The Culture System Online Training Platform, which has been praised for being one of the most applicable online coach educations available. His podcast, Coaching Culture, is one of the top sports leadership podcasts globally. Nerbun lives in Ireland with his wife and their three children.

Breakdown

1:00 - Sports Parents Solution

6:00 - Strategies for Coaches

9:00 - Struggle in the Book

12:00 - Conversations with Parents

16:00 - Expressing Gratitude

18:00 - Leading By Example

21:00 - Interaction of Parents in Games

24:23 - 25:35 - HOOPSALYTICS ADS

25:00 - Practice Into an Experience

31:30 - Setting Boundaries

35:30 - Creating Safe Environment

38:00 - Mistakes in Culture

41:00 - Behavioral Problems

46:00 - Culture as a System

49:00 - Conclusion

JP Nerbun’s Bio:

Website: https://www.tocculture.com/

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-culture/id1286560192?uo=4

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JpNerbun

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Guest: Lee Taft, World-Renowned Movement Specialist

In this week's coaching conversation, world-renowned movement specialist, mentor, and coach, Lee Taft joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on basketball performance and movement.

Lee is highly respected as one of the top athletic movement specialists in the world. In the last 35 years, he has devoted most of his time to training all ages and abilities. He has spent most of his time teaching his multi-directional speed methods to top performance coaches and fitness professionals worldwide. Lee has also dedicated countless hours to mentoring up-and-coming sports performance trainers, many of whom have gone into the profession and made a significant impact themselves.

Since 1989, Lee has taught foundation movement to beginning youngsters and helped young amateur athletes, to professional athletes, become quicker, faster, and stronger. Lee’s entire philosophy is based on one of his most notable quotes, “Learning athletic movement correctly from the start is the foundation for athletic success.”

With the release of Ground Breaking Athletic Movement in 2003, Lee revolutionized the performance industry with his proven methods and strategies for multi-directional speed. His innovative approach to training has impacted how athletic movement speed is taught.

Lee brought to light the importance and fine points of the “Plyo Step,” “Hip Turn,” “Lateral Run,” and athletic stance. According to Lee, “Speed and agility done right are about making sure we marry the natural movements athletes have with the effective and efficient body control to maximize speed and quickness.”

Lee has been asked to speak at numerous global strength and conditioning and sports performance events and has produced multiple instructional videos and courses in multi-directional speed and movement training. In addition, Lee has written several manuals on movement techniques and speed development.

Breakdown

1:00 - Basketball Player Consultation

2:30 - Movement Specialist

6:00 - Basic Goals

10:00 - Skill Execution

12:30 - Seven Things

14:00 - Run Fast and Stop Fast

17:30 - Defensive Slides

21:00 - Recovery

23:30 - Long First Step

25:30 - Foot Position

28:00 - Stimulating Thinking

32:30 - Parkour

34:00 - Late Development Sport

35:34 - 36:46 - Hoopsalytics AD

36:47 - Perfect Footwork

40:30 - Acceleration

43:00 - Footwork

45:00 - Low, Low, Low

48:30 - How to Jump Higher

51:30 - Teach with Cues

56:00 - Static Stretching

58:00 - Dissipating the Lactic Acid

1:00:30 - General Movement Template

1:04:00 - Extrinsic Motivation

1:08:30 - Create Efficiencies

1:10:00 - Better Movement Patterns

Lee Taft’s Bio:

Bio: https://leetaft.com/meetleetaft/

Website: https://leetaft.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/leetaft

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leetaft/

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Guest: Doug Novak, Basketball Coach

In this week's coaching conversation, basketball coach Doug Novak joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on coaching and teaching.

Doug Novak is currently an assistant coach for the Northern Kentucky women’s basketball program. 

Novak was last on episode 21 of the basketball podcast, and possesses nearly three decades of coaching experience, most recently serving as the associate head coach for the men's basketball program at Army West Point during the 2022-23 season. Before West Point, he was the interim head coach for the women's basketball program at Mississippi State in 2021-22.

Prior to his lone season with Mississippi State Women, Novak served as the Head Men's Coach at Bethel University from 2013-21. There he composed an overall record of 131-68 in eight seasons. He left with the highest winning percentage (.658) of any Bethel basketball coach in program history. 

Doug has previously been an assistant coach at the NCAA D1 men’s level and has produced one of the most popular www.immersionvideos.com all access product of all time with his video series - All Access Basketball Practice with Doug Novak that gave access to his practice teaching methodology as well as unique and exclusive access to a team film session. It is available at www.dougnovakbasketball.com 

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

5:00 - Having Daughters

7:00 - Idea of Tick Tock

9:30 - Mimicry

14:00 - All Learning is Nonlinear

17:00 - Program on a Napkin

20:00 - Quotes from Music

24:30 - Norms in Coaching

30:00 - Acquiring Skills

35:28 - 36:40 - Hoopsalytics AD

36:40 - Offense vs Defense

46:30 - Choosing One Path

53:30 - Freedom from Decision Making

1:00:00 - Learning The Game

1:05:00 - Concept of Rabbit Hole

1:12:00 - Winning Record

1:14:30 - Conclusion

Doug Novak’s Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doug_Novak

Website: https://www.coachdougnovak.com/

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In this week’s basketball coaching conversation, basketball player development specialist Brandon Payne shares insights on maximizing basketball shooting and player development.

Brandon Payne also discussed his All Access Shooting Video Series available at www.brandonpaynebasketball.com. The Brandon Payne video series showcases one of the NBA's top player coaches' holistic approach to player development. The combination of an in-depth discussion of the overriding philosophy and structure behind what he does, coupled with the demonstration of practical drills and skills and how they complement each other makes the Brandon Payne video series stand apart from other shooting clinics or player development videos you have seen.

As a basketball player development specialist, Brandon Payne is renowned for his self-curated training methods that are responsible for the success of some of the game's most elite athletes. Most notably, 4x NBA champion, 2x NBA MVP (the only unanimous MVP in NBA history), 1X Finals MVP, and 9x NBA All-Star Stephen Curry sits atop the extensive roster of impressive clientele.

Since training his first client in 1996, Brandon Payne has developed and refined a unique, elaborate workout program combining strength, speed, agility, and skill work into one efficient session aimed at producing a more innovative and intelligent model of basketball player development. His success led to the founding of Accelerate Basketball Training, an elite basketball training center catering to all talent levels. For more than two decades, Payne has personally trained over 100 NBA, WNBA, and international athletes, with his work profiled in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, CBSSports.com, Bleacher Report, NBA TV, and many others.

Breakdown

1:00 - Player Development Specialist

3:00 - Brand Pain

4:00 - Visiting Staff and Players

7:00 - Less is More

11:30 - Traditional and Cultural Norms

14:00 - Biological Individuality

16:30 - Making Adjustments

22:00 - His Values in Helping Players

23:30 - 24:42 - Hoopsalytics New AD

24:42 - Teaching Shooting

28:00 - Shooting Off The Dribble

32:00 - Specific Team Styles

35:00 - Adaptable

38:00 - Void of Competition

40:00 - Hardest Skill

43:30 - Metrics

45:00 - Be Better Coaches

51:00 - Conclusion

Brandon Payne’s Bio:

Bio: https://www.acceleratebasketball.com/our-team

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachbrandonpayne/

Website: www.brandonpaynebasketball.com

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Guest: Greg Tonagel, Indiana Weslayan Head Coach

Indiana Wesleyan head coach Greg Tonagel shares insights on traditing the pursuit of me for the pursuit of three.

Greg Tonagel has been the head coach since 2005 and has 500 wins in fewer games, and younger than, any coach in college basketball history.

Under his leadership, the team has won three NAIA Div. II National Championships in 2014, 2016, and 2018, and has been the No. 1-ranked team in NAIA Division II for four seasons. Tonagel has also coached 25 NAIA Div. II All-Americans and has won 12 Crossroads League Regular Season Championships and 5 Crossroads League Tournament Championships. He has coached two NAIA National Players of the Year, Tonagel has the most wins (420), the highest winning percentage (.795), the most NAIA National Tournament Victories (32), the most National Tournament appearances (13), the most Crossroads League Regular Season Championships (11), and the most Crossroads League Tournament Championships (5) in the program’s history.

He has been named NABC/NAIA Division II National Coach of the Year three times.

Tonagel is a graduate of Valparaiso University where he played basketball and earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Secondary Education, and was a director of basketball operations. He also holds a Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning from Valparaiso University and a Doctor of Ministry in Transformational Leadership from Wesley Seminary.

Breakdown

1:00 - Pursuit of Three

3:30 - IRM 30

6:00 - Role Definition

8:00 - Roadmap

11:00 - Practice Game

14:00 - Needs My Weakness

17:00 - Convey Strength

19:00 - Ideation of Coaching About

20:30 - Climb To The Top

23:00 - Handling Accountability

24:33 - 25:45 - Hoopsalytics Ads

25:45 - Alternatives

28:30 - Father and Son Retreat

33:00 - Fearless

36:30 - Fear of Failure

39:00 - Hunger, Habits, Humility

43:00 - Style, Play, Offense, Defense

45:00 - Devotional Books

46:00 - Conclusion

Greg Tonagel’s Bio:

Bio: https://iwuwildcats.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/greg-tonagel/942

Twitter: https://twitter.com/IWUHoops

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Guest: Henry Domercant, Windy City Bulls Head Coach

In this week's the Basketball Podcast, Henry Domercant is currently the head coach of the Windy City Bulls in the NBA G League, the development team for the Chicago Bulls of the National Basketball Association.

After retiring from playing, Domercant transitioned to coaching. He was hired as an assistant coach for the Maine Red Claws in 2017, and then moved to the Windy City Bulls as an assistant coach in 2018. He was promoted to player development coordinator for the Windy City in 2020. He also held the role of Player Development Coordinator with the Chicago Bulls during the 2020-21 NBA season and also served as an Assistant Coach during the Bulls' NBA Summer League.

Domercant joined the coaching ranks after a lengthy playing career overseas, including stints in Turkey, Greece, Russia and Italy, before returning to the United States to play a season with the Idaho Stampede of the NBA Development League. As a player, Domercant found success nearly everywhere he went, winning a combined nine tournament and league championships during his career. Prior to his professional career, Domercant was named the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Player of the Year in 2002 and was a three-time First Team All-OVC honoree.

He played college basketball for Eastern Illinois, and was an All-EuroLeague Second Team selection. Domercant has had a lengthy playing career overseas, including stints in Turkey, Greece, Russia, and Italy. He played for Pınar Karşıyaka, Efes Pilsen, Olympiacos Piraeus, Dynamo Moscow, Montepaschi Siena, Spartak Saint Petersburg, UNICS Kazan, Galatasaray Liv Hospital, and Idaho Stampede. 

He won several awards and championships during his playing career, including the Italian League championship twice, the Italian Cup twice, the Italian Supercup twice, the Turkish League championship, and the Russian Cup.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

3:00 - Pregame Meetings and Preparation

6:00 - Development Periods

9:30 - Scouting Report

13:00 - Game Day Walkthrough

20:00 - Building Team Cohesion

23:00 - Game Adjustments

23:46 - 24:59 - Hoopsalytics AD

26:00 - Try Some Stuff

27:30 - Halftime

33:00 - End of Game Scenario

34:30 - Elam Ending

40:00 - Minutes

43:00 - Analytics

46:00 - Youth Sports

47:00 - Conclusion

Henry Domercant’s Bio:

Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Domercant

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Guest: Lisa Stockton, Tulane University Head Coach

Tulane University head coach Lisa Stockton joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on space, pace, and flow.

Lisa Stockton, the all-time winningest women’s basketball coach in the state of Louisiana and the newest inductee to the Conference USA Hall of Fame, will wrap up her third decade at the helm of the Green Wave’s women’s basketball program during the 2023-24 season.

Stockton was named Tulane’s sixth head basketball coach in 1994. As the winningest coach in Conference USA, she was named 2006–07 C-USA Coach of the Year, a distinction she again earned for the 2009–10 season. She has led Tulane to four Conference USA regular-season championships and five Conference USA tournament championships. In 2014, Tulane joined the American Athletic Conference.

Stockton has an overall head coaching record of 624–335 (.651). She has been named Louisiana Coach of the Year twice (1995 and 2010) and Conference USA Coach of the Year twice (2007 and 2010).

Stockton has led Tulane to 21 postseason appearances while averaging 20 wins a season. She has also helped secure five conference tournament titles and four regular season conference titles. While leading the Green Wave, Stockton has mentored six All-Americans and five WNBA draft picks.

Breakdown

1:00 - Maintain a Job and Adaptable

3:00 - Offense

4:00 - Space, Pace, and Flow

6:00 - Offensive Situations

7:00 - Study Herself

9:00 - Stretching The Defense

12:00 - Reading Gaps

13:00 - PAC Line

15:00 - Post-Play

21:00 - Conceptual Players

21:15 - 22:27 - Hoopsalytics New Ad

22:27 - Short Clock

26:00 - Pace

33:00 - FIBA 3-on-3

36:00 - Conditioning Part

38:00 - Defensive Side of the Ball

42:00 - Advice for Veteran Coaches

43:00 - Staff

46:00 - The Next Phase

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Guest: Darris Nichols, Radford Head Coach

Radford head coach Darris Nichols joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on invisible ingredients, roleplaying, and coaching responses.

Darris Nichols enters his second season as the Radford head basketball coach in 2023-24. The native son of Radford, Va. was named the eighth head coach in program history on April 21, 2021. Nichols' plan to return the Highlanders to their winning ways came to fruition in just his second season at the helm, leading the program to a 21-15 overall record, including a 12-6 mark in Big South play, during the 2022-23 campaign. Radford came one point away from playing in the conference championship, but still earned a bid to the College Basketball Invitational.

With wins over Tarleton State and San Jose State in the CBI, the Highlanders won multiple postseason contests in the same season for the first time in program history.

Nichols began his coaching career at his alma mater West Virginia as a graduate assistant in 2010. He was named an assistant at Northern Kentucky in 2011 and spent two seasons with the team before spending a season each with Wofford and Louisiana Tech. He joined the coaching staff at Florida in 2015 as an assistant on former Louisiana Tech head coach Mike White’s staff. Nichols was named the head coach at Radford in April 2021. In year two, Radford went 21-15, finishing tied for second in the Big South Conference and advanced to post-season play.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

3:00 - Accumulate Talent

6:00 - Unique Teaching

11:00 - Coaching Responses

15:00 - Ball Screen Continuity

20:00 - Importance of Invisible Ingredients

22:00 - Unseen Hours

24:00 - Play Different Ways

26:30 - Types of Concept

29:00 - Defensive System and Philosophy

31:00 - Teaching Points

34:00 - Making Shots

36:30 - Flow of the Game

38:30 - Walking Through It

42:00 - Acting Background

46:00 - Going Overseas

47:00 - Officials in Asia

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Guest: Nick Hauselman, BBallbreakdown Founder

BBallbreakdown Founder Nick Hauselman joins the Basketball Podcast to share and discuss the Chase Defense.

Coach Nick, whose real name is Nick Hauselman, is the founder of BBALLBREAKDOWN, a popular online channel devoted to NBA analysis. He has been breaking down NBA games with slow motion, freeze frames, arrows, and voice-overs for over 8 years. Coach Nick has over 20 years of experience coaching players at every level, using the most cutting-edge techniques that ensure maximum output and efficiency.

Coach Nick is also a regular contributor to The Athletic and has been featured on various podcasts and media outlets. He welcomes guests from all facets of basketball for in-depth discussions on everything from how your favorite team is running their offense to the latest trade rumors, to cutting-edge training techniques and new fundamentals of basketball being developed.

BBALLBREAKDOWN is devoted to deep-dive analysis of NBA basketball gameplay. If you’re a coach or a player, check out the monthly membership - filled with an ever-growing library of on-court demos designed to help you improve your play and your coaching! Giving fans a taste of a pro coach’s film session, Coach Nick breaks down fundamentals, play-calling, offense, defense, shooting form, officiating, and everything else in basketball. In addition, see exclusive interviews with NBA players and coaches, from active superstars to retired legends.

After seeing offensive ratings continue to rise year over year, it became clear the step slides and choppy step closeouts and everything else simply wasn’t working. Something radical needed to be done. For 100 years, we taught defense that limited athletic ability with sliding and choppy steps, etc. Now, we can unlock all athletic potential by unleashing them to run around the court at full speed. Get ready to learn about the Chase Defense.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

2:00 - Developing Creative and Free Players

6:00 - The Chase Defense

8:30 - Philosophy of Taking Away Pick and Roll

11:30 - Defense Giving Up

15:00 - Zone Alignment

17:30 - Challenge Traditional Norms

21:30 - Disruption

26:30 - The Goalie Defense

29:00 - Closed Stance

29:58 - 31:10 - Hoopsalytics New Ads

34:30 - Contest Shot From Behind

36:30 - Scouting Report

39:30 - Rebounding Responsibilities

44:30 - New Defense

49:00 - Situational Defense

51:00 - General Feedback

53:30 - Malaysia Shot Clocks

54:00 - Conclusion

Nick Hauselman’s Bio:

Bio: https://theathletic.com/author/coach-nick/

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Guest: Andy Kennedy, University of Alabama at Birmingham Head Coach

University of Alabama at Birmingham head coach Andy Kennedy joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on best helping players be the best version of themselves, changing defenses and habits. 

Andy Kennedy began his coaching career as an assistant for South Alabama during the 1994–95 season. Since then, he has also served as an assistant coach at UAB from 1996 to 2001 and Cincinnati from 2001 to 2005. He was named interim head coach for Cincinnati during the 2005–06 season after Bob Huggins resigned. He served as head men’s basketball coach at Ole Miss from 2006 to 2018, where he was a two-time SEC Coach of the Year and winningest coach in Ole Miss history.

After working with ESPN for two years, Kennedy was hired as the head coach at UAB on March 20, 2020. In his first year with UAB, Kennedy led the Blazers to a program-record of most wins by a first-year head coach in NCAA and most wins for UAB since 2016. In his third season at UAB, Kennedy led the Blazers to a program-record of most wins marking their third-straight season of 20+ wins.

Andy Kennedy played college basketball at UAB, where he was a two-time all-conference performer that led the Sun Belt Conference in scoring at 21.8 points per game in 1991. After graduation, he played briefly for Charlotte Hornets before beginning his three-year professional career abroad.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

3:00 - Transient Nature of the Game

6:30 - Secret Opponent

9:00 - Becoming The Best Version

12:30 - Be Consistent

14:00 - Be Grateful

15:30 - Defensible

18:00 - Adaptions on Defense

21:00 - Best Players

24:00 - Counter Move

25:41 - Empower Other Player

25:09 - 26:21 - Hoopsalytics ADS

27:00 - Multiple Systems

32:00 - Influence Coaching

33:00 - Evaluating Talent

35:30 - Eye Opener

38:30 - Love of Coaching

44:00 - Players Accountability

47:00 - Advice for Youngsters

48:00 - Conclusion

Andy Kennedy’s Bio:

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Guest: Doshia Woods, University of Denver Head Coach

University of Denver head coach Doshia Woods joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on creating a positive culture, practice, and life circumstances. 

Doshia Woods is the head coach of the University of Denver women’s basketball team. Woods has spent 20 years on the sidelines at various institutions, including 10 years as an assistant coach at Tulane University. She is known for her positive coaching style and her ability to create a winning culture within her team. Woods is the first-ever African American head coach for the University of Denver women’s team and is currently the only Black Division I women’s basketball head coach in Colorado. Under her leadership, the University of Denver women’s basketball team has shown significant progress and growth.

The Topeka, Kansas, native has been a guest on various podcasts about leadership and team culture. A featured speaker for the 2021 The Power of Positive Summit presented by Jon Gordon, Woods discussed her transition from assistant to head coach. Additionally, Woods serves on various committees including the University of Denver athletics department DEI, DU’s Black Community Advisory Board, and Tulane University Alumni Council for the school of professional advancement. 

An active member of the WBCA (Women’s Basketball Coaches Association) she has participated as a speaker for multiple roundtables and panels at the national convention, while also serving on committees within the WBCA.

Breakdown

1:00 - The Act of Discovery

3:30 - Two Quotes

5:00 - Successful Winning on the Court

9:00 - Three-Point Philosophy

12:30 - Game Conditions

15:00 - Green Light Shooter

18:00 - Progressive Coaching

21:00 - High Energy

25:15 - 26:25 - Hoopsalytics New AD

26:25 - Cueing

28:00 - Music at Practice

31:00 - Getting To The Point

33:30 - value of Adaptability

35:30 - Reflecting Back as Assistant

39:00 - Evaluating Feedback

41:30 - Missing Layups

43:00 - Positive Culture

46:30 - University of Denver

48:00 - Conclusion

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/doshwoods

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Guest: Jim Crutchfield, Nova Southeastern Head Coach

The 2022-23 was a storybook from start to finish for the Sharks and Crutchfield, as Nova Southeastern became the sixth team in NCAA Division II history to finish as undefeated national champions. Crutchfield's Sharks were dominant throughout the season, leading the nation in points-per-game (102.5) and scoring margin (+25.7). Crutchfield was honored as the Sunshine State Conference, Clarance Gaines, and NABC Coach of the Year.

Crutchfield’s combined record at Nova Southeastern and West Liberty is an amazing 495-82 (.858), which remains the highest career winning percentage in college basketball history among all NCAA coaches, including the likes of Kentucky’s Adolph Rupp (3rd all-time), UCLA’s John Wooden (7th) and Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski (21st) who had spent at least 10 seasons as an NCAA head coach.

Crutchfield is known for his pressing, uptempo style of play. During his tenure, he has led the Sharks to a record of 100-21, two NCAA Elite Eight appearances, two NCAA Regional Championships, a Sunshine State Conference regular season title, and an SSC Conference Tournament Championship.

Prior to his arrival at NSU, Crutchfield spent 13 seasons as the head coach at West Liberty University in Wheeling, West Virginia. During his time at West Liberty, Crutchfield led the Hilltoppers to a 359-61 record, which is the highest career-winning percentage in college basketball history among all NCAA coaches who have spent at least 10 seasons as an NCAA head coach. He also led the Hilltoppers to five NCAA Tournament appearances, including a national championship game appearance in 2015.

Breakdown

1:00 - Introduction

3:00 - Coaching While Playing

6:00 - Specific Outcomes

9:00 - Playing in Transition

13:00 - Absolutes on Defense

14:00 - System on Trapping

17:30 - Opportunistic on Offense

20:30 - Offensive Philosophy

24:00 - Perfect Drills on Defense

25:34 - 26:46 - Hoopsalytics New ADS

28:00 - One Hand Passes

30:00 - Constraints for Deep Players

32:00 - Advantage Situations

34:00 - Football Style

36:00 - Shot Selection

38:00 - Offensive Skill Work

41:00 - Off-Season Conditioning

43:00 - New Guys

45:00 - Reflection on the Game

48:00 - Conclusion

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Bio: https://nsusharks.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/jim-crutchfield/3118

Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachCrutchfie1

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Guest: John Beckett, Denver Nuggets Assistant Coach

Denver Nuggets assistant coach John Beckett shares insights on NBA player development.

John Beckett initially joined the Denver Nuggets franchise during the 2016-17 season as the Director of Player Development. Before his time in Denver, he worked for the Delaware 87ers, where he conducted individual pre-game and pre-practice workouts to help players improve their skills.

Beckett also had a nine-year tenure with the Atlanta Hawks, where he worked as the team’s video coordinator and assisted with player development. His responsibilities included analyzing game footage and providing valuable insights to support the team’s strategies and player growth.

Breakdown

1:00 - Winning an NBA Championship

2:00 - Without Practice Time

4:30 - Stimulating Decisions

8:30 - Shoot Threes vs Close Outs

11:00 - Developing Off the Ball

13:00 - Pre-Game

16:30 - Watching Film

18:00 - Off The Dribble

21:00 - Jamal Murray

22:29 - 23:41 - Hoopsalytics New AD

24:00 - System Coaching Perspective

27:00 - Defense

29:00 - Handling Struggles

30:30 - Ball Handling

32:30 - Working with Jokic

35:30 - Players Preparation

36:30 - Game Speed

39:30 - TV Side

43:00 - Conclusion

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Guest: Ryan Saunders, Denver Nuggets Assistant Coach

Denver Nuggets assistant coach Ryan Saunders shares insights on NBA defensive concepts and techniques.

In 2009, Ryan Saunders began coaching in the NBA, becoming an assistant coach for the Washington Wizards. Starting in 2014, he was an assistant coach for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

On January 6, 2019, Ryan Saunders was promoted to interim head coach of the Timberwolves, also becoming the youngest head coach in the NBA for the 2018–19 season On January 8, Saunders got his first win in his debut as head coach when the Timberwolves defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder, and became the youngest head coach to win in his debut since 1978. At age 33, Saunders became the youngest head coach in the league, despite having over 10 years of NBA experience under his belt 1.

After his tenure with the Timberwolves, his next stop was with the Denver Nuggets who hired Saunders as an assistant coach under Michael Malone. Saunders won an NBA championship in 2023 when the Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals.

Breakdown

1:00 - Made this Team Special

3:00 - Unseen Hours

5:00 - Player vs Coach Led

8:00 - Challenges on One/Two Players

11:00 - Assistant to Head Coach Transition

13:00 - Collaboration with Coach Malone

16:00 - Head Coaching Opportunity

18:30 - Accountability on Defense

21:00 - Preferred Mechanism

25:30 - Personnel

28:00 - To Be Better Defensively

31:00 - Running Zone vs Modern Offense

34:00 - Certain Matchups

37:00 - Newcomers

41:00 - Triple Switches

43:00 - Zone concept of Bumping

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ryno_Saunders

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Guest: Dr. Corey Yeager and NBA coach JD DuBois

Dr. Corey Yeager and NBA coach JD DuBois share insights on improving mental health.

Dr. Corey Yeager is currently a sports and entertainment life coach and psychotherapist. His most recently worked as a psychotherapist for the Detroit Pistons. Dr. Yeager has been instrumental in helping NBA players with their mental health and has been on a mission to normalize the conversation around mental health in sports. Dr. Yeager believes that mental health is critical to team success and works with coaches to create a supportive environment for players’ mental health. He has also worked with young basketball players and beginners who need an advantage. Dr. Yeager has a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Detroit Mercy and is working within the merging of his two passions, athletics, and therapy.

Jarred “JD” DuBois is an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers. He joined the Lakers in 2022, working under head coach Darvin Ham. Prior to joining the Lakers, DuBois served as an assistant coach for the Detroit Pistons from 2018 to 2022 and worked with the Toronto Raptors in player development during the 2017-18 season. DuBois is known for his work in improving mental health resources for athletes. He believes that mental health is a critical component of team success and has been on a mission to normalize the conversation around mental health in sports

Breakdown

1:00 - Working Together

3:00 - Sports and Entertainment Life Coach

7:30 - NBA Mental Health

9:30 - Concept of Suffer

14:00 - Counter Concept of Suffer

17:00 - Proactive Conversations

19:00 - Long-Term Problem

23:00 - Liaison

26:41 - 27:43 - Hoopsalytics Ad 3

27:43 - Embedded

31:30 - Bring Conscious Awareness

36:30 - Creating a Space

39:30 - Mental Wellness Problem

47:00 - Actionable Practice Ways

50:30 - Psychological Safety

54:00 - Conclusion

Dr. Corey Yeager and NBA coach JD DuBois’ Bio:

Dr. Corey Yeager

Bio: https://doctorcoreyyeager.com/biography

Twitter: https://twitter.com/drcoreyyeager

JD DuBois

Bio: https://nbacoaches.com/jarred-jd-dubois/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdsportsacademy/

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