
About this episode
- 1:23 - Thoughts on what the basis of in-game feedback should be (based on what the coaches think their players need vs. based on what the players want).
- 2:04 - Should feedback be given based on past success?
- 3:42 - Defining “guided discovery” and what role it should play when giving feedback.
- 9:41 - Will forcing athletes to describe concepts and techniques in their own words create a better understanding?
- 10:57 - Reflecting on Jamie Morrison’s episode on storytelling, how often does Andrew find himself using stories within practice, and has it been effective?
- 13:14 - Creating intriguing names for drills to make it seem more exciting.
- 15:13 - Balancing the “silliness” of naming drills with the actual competence of a certain drill to keep it fun, but also maintain its credibility.
- 18:04 - Using the components of internal, external and holistic feedback, how would John structure his practices?
- 20:37 - The most effective external feedback drills that coaches can implement into their practices.
- 25:40 - Should coaches change internal ques or keys based on the athlete they approach (e.g. “slow to fast”)?
- 29:31 - Are keys more so a tool for the coach or a solution given to the athlete?
- 30:35 - Major feedback for coaches with regards to communication with their players.
- 36:30 - A little bit about Nils’ new job working as the head coach for Baker University.
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