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EP88: Alex to Adam Transition
In this special episode, Alex Sarama announces his departure and introduces Adam Omiecinski as the new host. Alex reflects on the growth of the podcast, which now reaches 8,000+ listeners a week, and his new role with...
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EP87: Why Muscle Memory is Irrelevant
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by is joined by Gray Thomas and Adam Omiecinski to discuss the controversial topic of muscle memory. Their discussion revolves around the concept of muscle memory and its...
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EP86: Using the CLA at Brose Baskets
In this episode, Alex Sarama chats with Simon Bertram, a leading advocate for using the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) in basketball coaching. Simon discusses the challenges and opportunities faced when trying to...
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EP85: Applying the CLA in Brazilian Basketball with Gabriel Barbosa
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Brazilian basketball coach Gabriel Barbosa. Having connected months ago, Alex and Gabriel share a passion for the constraints-led approach (CLA) and the importance of...
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EP84: Aligning Return to Play to an Ecological Approach with Yuji Suzuki
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Yuji Suzuki, a chiropractor and strength and conditioning professional, to discuss the future of the return to play process in the NBA through an ecological approach. Yuji...
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EP83: Why are Coaches hesitant to change?
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by is joined by Gray Thomas and Adam Omiecinski to discuss why as coaches, we can sometimes be hesitant to change and new ideas. They explore the reasons behind this reluctance...
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EP82: What the CLA Is and Isn't (Part 2)
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Gray Thomas, deliver an online clinic for the Bavarian Basketball Federation in Germany. They discuss the constraints-led approach (CLA) and clarify common misconceptions about its...
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EP81: What the CLA Is and Isn't (Part 1)
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Gray Thomas, deliver an online clinic for the Bavarian Basketball Federation in Germany. They discuss the constraints-led approach (CLA) and clarify common misconceptions about its...
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EP80: Advice for Using a CLA in High School with John Murray
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by John Murray, who shares his journey from grassroots youth basketball to high school coaching, emphasizing the transformative power of CLA in developing player skills and...
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EP79: What on earth is an affordance?!
In this episode, Alex Sarama and Adam discuss the concept of affordances in basketball by exploring how affordances, which are opportunities for action, can be applied within the basketball environment. They emphasize...
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EP78: By Any Means Basketball with Coleman Ayers
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Coleman Ayers to talk about his unconventional path to transforming basketball training. Coleman shares his insights on reframing skill acquisition, the importance of...
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EP77: Why Players Don't Need Blocked Practice
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Gray Thomas to delve into the debate surrounding blocked versus variable training in basketball. They challenge the traditional notions that have prevailed in the coaching...
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