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EP71: ICOACHKIDS with Sergio Lara-Bercial
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Sergio Lara-Bercial to discuss the importance of prioritizing children in sports coaching. Sergio shares valuable insights on how to create a supportive environment for young...
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EP70: Applying the CLA from Youth to NBA with Mitch Kirsch
In this episode, Alex Sarama engages in a conversation with Mitch Kirch about implementing contemporary skill acquisition ideas and ecological dynamics framework in basketball training. Mitch shares insights from his...
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EP69: What Exactly is Acquired with Alex Lossberg
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Alex Lossberg to discuss his journey into evidence-based coaching and the application of contemporary skill acquisition ideas within basketball. He shares insights on how he...
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EP68: Realising the Potential of the CLA with Liam Jefferson
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Liam Jefferson to delve into their experience at the London Lions Academy and the transformation in coaching methods they have undergone. Liam discusses his transition from a...
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EP67: Presenting to UConn's Eco Psych Department
In this live on-the-road episode, Alex and Gray Thomas reflect on their experiences at Brown University and UConn, where they explored the impact of an ecological perspective on sports and performance. They discussed...
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EP66: 'Going all in' on CLA as a HS Coach with Ty Keck
In this episode, Alex Sarama joined by Ty Keck, a basketball coach from Idaho Falls. Ty shares his journey of implementing the Conceptual Offense and Constraint-Led Approach (CLA) with his team and the positive impact...
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EP65: The Role of An SAS in Professional Basketball with Tyler Yearby (Pt 2)
In this episode, Alex Sarama interviews Tyler Yearby, a Skill Acquisition Specialist and Co-Founder of Emergence. They discuss the role of a skill acquisition specialist (SAS) in basketball and how to overcome the...
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EP64: The Role of An SAS in Professional Basketball with Shawn Myszka (Pt 1)
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Shawn Myszka, Founder of Emergence, to discuss the concept of alive movement problems and its application in basketball performance. They explore the ecological dynamics...
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EP63: Intentionality in Professional Basketball with George Galanopoulos
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by George Galanopoulos, the Associate Head Coach at Rip City Remix. They discuss the application of contemporary skill acquisition ideas within the G League. George...
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EP62: Exploring a Contemporary Approach with Nabil Murad
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by interviews Nabil Murad, an Irish basketball coach currently coaching in Austria. Nabil shares his journey of discovering and embracing a contemporary approach to coaching,...
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EP61: Using Differential Learning to Improve Shooting in Professional Basketball
In this episode, Alex Sarama is joined by Felix Engel and Niklas Geske from Germany to discuss player perspectives of a differential learning approach. They explore how differential learning can impact shooting...
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EP60: Playing by the Rules with the CLA with Dr. Alex Lascu
In this episode, Alex Sarama welcomes back Dr. Alex Lascu as a guest. They discuss an upcoming coach development workshop called CLA Playing by the Rules, which aims to provide coaches with an interactive and genuine...
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