Pathways and Pitfalls: Coaching Reflections with Drew Box

In this episode of the Real Coaching Podcast, Joel Filliol sits down with Drew Box, the co-coach of the JFTcrew squad, to discuss Drew's journey from being a coached athlete to becoming a coach himself. They delve into Drew's reasons for making the transition, the challenges he's faced, his advice for his younger self, and what makes good coaching. They also explore broader topics like the influence of bureaucratic organizations on coaching, the importance of long-term planning, and the role of confidence in athletic performance. The conversation touches on various high-performance programs and offers advice for young coaches looking to succeed.

00:00 Introduction to the Real Coaching Podcast

00:17 Drew Box's Journey from Athlete to Coach

01:43 Coaching Challenges and Insights

04:14 Supporting the Podcast and Upcoming Content

05:51 Drew Box's Athletic Background

09:18 Transitioning to Coaching

13:26 Learning from Other Coaches

18:03 Reflections on Training and Coaching

29:01 Building Confidence in Athletes

37:40 The Role of Instinct in Coaching

44:35 Reflecting on Coaching Experiences

45:07 Understanding Talent in Coaching

45:33 Adapting Communication for Athletes

46:01 Learning from Other Coaches

47:10 Observing and Making Changes

48:38 Empathy and Coaching

50:23 Challenges in Coaching Top Athletes

01:06:13 The Role of Federations in Athlete Success

01:16:41 Advice for Young Coaches

01:22:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

SHOW NOTES

Drew's instagram - follow the daily activies of the JFTcrew Squad

https://www.instagram.com/drew.box/ 

Stu McMillan's profile on Altis 

https://altis.world/author/smcmillan/