EP114: Redefining Youth Basketball Development in Australia with Gerard Hillier
In this episode, George Vaz is joined by Gerard Hillier, a coach and pedagogy manager at the Knox Junior Raiders program in Melbourne. They discuss the importance of a constraint-led approach in coaching, the transition from traditional methods, and how to effectively implement these changes in a coaching environment. Gerard shares practical applications for coaches, the significance of player development over short-term wins, and resources available for coaches to enhance their practice.
Chapters:
00:00 - Implementing Game Rules for Development
01:44 - Understanding Pedagogy in Coaching
02:10 - Journey to Constraint-Led Approach
06:06 - Navigating Traditional Coaching Mindsets
09:06 - Collaborative Coaching Practices
12:15 - Practical Applications of Constraints
18:02 - Balancing Player Development and Winning
21:38 - Practical Tips for Coaches
27:11 - Transformative Tip
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