Basketball Podcast with Doug Lemov

Guest Introduction

• Doug Lemov, author and teaching and learning educator
• Previous appearance on Episode 153
• Known for "The Coach's Guide to Teaching"
• Background: former teacher and school principal, founding member of Uncommon Schools
• Notable books:
  • "Teach Like A Champion" series
  • "Practice Perfect: 42 Rules for Getting Better at Getting Better"
  • "Reading Reconsidered"

Main Topics Discussed

Game Coaching

• Dual Goals of Coaching
  • Winning games
  • Teaching for long-term value and learning
• Challenges: Emotional game day conflicts between winning and learning

Game Day Moments

• Four Key Moments:
  1. Pregame Talk
  2. Halftime Talk
  3. Postgame Talk
  4. Live Coaching
• Pregame Talk Strategies:
  • Focus on linking language cues to actions
  • Limit focus to a few key phrases or goals

Impactful Halftime Talks

• Manage and process own emotions
• Strategically plan points and emotional affect
• Limit to most important points
• Encourage players to think about solutions

Effective Player Interventions

• Avoid shouting during play
• Use downtime for constructive feedback
• Importance of private, supportive feedback
• Practical use of note-taking tools for coaches

Postgame Reflections

• Minimize postgame talks; focus on framing future actions
• Encourage rituals and positive closure

Video as a Learning Tool

• Technological Advances: Opportunities for immediate and detailed feedback
• Challenges: Ensuring effective learning processes
  • Focus on planning pauses and questions
  • Encourage active player engagement
• Types of Film Sessions: Individual, small group, team

Effective Video Use

• Identify key pause points for reflection
• Prioritize understanding visual cues
• Encourage note-taking and active discussion
• Integrate video learning with practice sessions

Innovative Video Strategies

• Interleave good and bad examples
• Randomize clip order to enhance retrieval practice
• Maintain simplicity to avoid distractions

Conclusion

• Emphasis on thoughtful, intentional coaching
• Importance of managing players’ focus and learning efficiently
• Future discussions anticipated with Doug Lemov on related topics