In our first episode, Alex Sarama is interviewed by Adam Omiecinski to introduce the Transforming Basketball Podcast. This podcast series aims to bridge the gap between the research and its practical application in the basketball world. Alex discusses his journey of discovering an ecological dynamics framework and the constraints-led approach (CLA), in addition to why he believes understanding contemporary skill acquisition is a game-changer for coaches of all levels. He also explains his motivations for starting Transforming Basketball and his vision for the future within the global basketball coaching community.
Key Takeaways
3:10 - "The constraints-led approach (CLA) and ecological dynamics offer a different perspective on skill acquisition in basketball."
16:10 - "The whole essence of a conceptual offense is to develop adaptive performers who are attuned to the affordance landscape."
22:30 - "Coaches often misunderstand the depth of the CLA, viewing it as stand-alone small-sided games rather than a comprehensive methodology."
23:10 - "The CLA can be applied to every aspect of a basketball organization, from warm-ups to game coaching and sports science."
27:45 - "Why understanding the theory is crucial for effective implementation in practice."
Links
Website: http://transformingbball.com/
Instagram: @transformingbasketball
Youtube: @transformingbasketball
Facebook: Coach Alex Sarama
Tiktok: @transforming.basketball