Written by Darren Douglas The topic off-court development is one of the most vital discussions in sports and I feel as if it’s one of the lesser prioritized topics in many programs. If you look deep into the majority of the elite programs in sports, business and many other fields you will see that personal … Continue reading Off The Court Development
Talent Code: Chapter 6
"What skill-building really is, is confidence-building. First they got to earn it, then they got it. And once it gets lit, it stays lit pretty good." Chapter 6 Takeaways Talent Hotbeds Motivating as a Minimalist Couple additions to the ignition concept regarding environment and motivation. As a reminder, ignition is the essence of why anyone … Continue reading Talent Code: Chapter 6
Student Athlete
Written by Scott Bauman Previously from #52WeekCoaching, Coach Lynch discussed in #PreSeasonPrep the importance of being prepared for the first two weeks of practice. A similar sentiment could be shared with regards to student-athletes getting off to a strong start when it comes to the classroom. The first couple of weeks leading up to the … Continue reading Student Athlete
Talent Code: Chapter 5
"...(I)gnition is determined by simple if/then propositions, with the then part always the same - better get busy. See someone you want to become? Better get busy. Want to catch up with a desirable group? Better get busy." Chapter 5 Takeaways: Ignition - how motivation is created and sustained Variables to 'Flip the Switch' The idea is skill takes … Continue reading Talent Code: Chapter 5
Preseason Preparation
Written by Coach Michael Lynch Narrowing Your Focus in Preseason Preparation Fall is upon us and in just a few short months basketball season will kick off. It is during these months that coaches are making their final preparations for the season. There is an endless stream of things running through the heads of coaches … Continue reading Preseason Preparation
Coaching Today
Not in the business of covering hot topics or current headlines. But, there a couple newsworthy events that took place in the coaching world over the past week that I thought could be helpful for others climbing the ladder. Tyler Williams alleges he was dismissed from the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith’s basketball team last month … Continue reading Coaching Today
Talent Code: Chapter 4
"Baby steps are the royal road to skill." Chapter 4 Takeaways: 3 Rules for Deep Practice (1) Whole-Part-Slow (2) Repetition (3) Feel It 1. Whole-Part-Slow Refers to visualizing the action, move, or concept in its entirety. Allowing those to conceptualize on their own for how to execute. Chunking is considering the breakdown, taking a part … Continue reading Talent Code: Chapter 4
The Talent Code: Chapters 2 & 3
"Struggle is not optional - it's neurologically required: in order to get your skill circuit to fire optimally, you must by definition fire the circuit suboptimally; you must make mistakes and pay attention to those mistakes; you must slowly teach your circuit." Chapter 2 & 3 Takeaways: Myelin = Skill The Science behind Skill-Development System … Continue reading The Talent Code: Chapters 2 & 3
Supplemental Roles
Beyond the Job A typical job description can look something like this (thanks to NCAA Market): Develop student athletes to their highest potential both academic and athletic. Schedule and arrange all practices and competitions. Prepare a schedule that complies with department policy, goals and objectives in conjunction with the Director of Athletics. Hire, supervise and … Continue reading Supplemental Roles
Boston College Practice
Able to stop by Chestnut Hill for a summer workout at Boston College. It was an offensive clinic kind of day for the guys. It was clear from the start the objective was to work on offensive concepts with a heavy proportion of skillwork related to shooting. Having been to a couple coach's clinics where … Continue reading Boston College Practice
Coach's Climb 