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The Transforming Basketball Podcast

Transforming Basketball
Skill Acquisition
Ecological Dynamics
Basketball
Player Development
Basketball Coaching
Constraints-Led Approach
Youth Basketball
Coaching
Constraint-Led Approach
Basketball Performance
Coaching Strategies
Contemporary Skill Acquisition
Small-Sided Games
Principles Of Play
Differential Learning
NBA
Ecological Approach
Ecological Dynamics Framework
Constraints Led Approach
Coaching Philosophy

Transforming Basketball is all about breaking away from the status quo by helping the basketball world make sense of evidence-based ideas. Within the podcast, contemporary skill acquisition ideas are introduced to change the way we think about basketball performance. If you're ready to join us in our quest to transform the basketball world, challenge the way things have always been done, and refle... more

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In this episode, George is joined by Gabriel Milian to challenge the idea of an "ideal technique" in basketball and explore why coaches should embrace variability and individual movement solutions. Using the defensive zigzag as an example, Gabriel ex... more

In this episode, George is joined by Nikki Pepper, COO of Transforming Basketball, to discuss how her background in gymnastics, collegiate cheerleading, weightlifting, marketing, and coaching has shaped her approach to leadership and athlete developm... more

In this episode, George is joined once again by Adam Omiecinski to discuss how coaches should approach player development during the off-season versus the in-season. Adam explains why the off-season is the ideal time to encourage exploration, experim... more

In this episode, George is joined by Vincent Collet, one of Europe's most accomplished basketball coaches and former head coach of the French National Team, to discuss what modern team defense really looks like. Vincent shares how his defensive philo... more

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Adam Omiecinski
Player development coach
Transforming Basketball
Episode: EP176: How to approach Player development during the Off-season with Adam Omiecinski
Vincent Collet
Former France National Team Head Coach
French Basketball Federation
Episode: EP175: Former France National Team Head Coach Vincent Collet on the Evolution of Principles of Play
Michael Mackay
Basketball coach and educator
Canada Basketball (former position referenced)
Episode: EP174: Mike Mackay: Culture Building Through The BioPsychoSocial Lens
Adam Back
Former host, guest with evolving perspective on game perception-action coupling
Episode: EP173: Functional Perception Action Coupling with Adam Omiecinski
Chris Palmer
NBA and WNBA coach development, skills development coach; founder of Pure Performance Basketball
Pure Performance Basketball
Episode: EP172: NBA and WNBA Skills Coach Chris Palmer Designing Rich Learning Environments
Vitor Galvani
Head coach, NBA G-League Coach of the Year recipient; led Capitanes and previously Pinheiros (Brazil)
Mexico City Capitanes (G-League)
Episode: EP171: NBA G-League Coach of the Year Vitor Galvani on Player Development and Style of Play
Alex Sarama
Head coach with Transforming Basketball approach, leading Portland Fire
Portland Fire / Transforming Basketball
Episode: EP169: Alex Sarama on Principles of Play and his Coaching Journey
Rikki Broadmore
Head coach at Barking Abbey
Barking Abbey
Episode: EP167: Barking Abbey Academy Coach Rikki Broadmore - Winningest Academy in UK History
Michael Huber
Mental performance coach
Episode: EP166: Mental Performance Coach Michael Huber on Improving Mental Performance

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George
Host of The Transforming Basketball Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 208 ratings
  • Amazing resource!

    Just started digging into this concept when I came across your site last week. The podcast is an amazing way to start. After a couple days of listening to that, I joined the website as a member. I’m so excited to learn more and see how these ideas impact my athletes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erin MMC
    United States10 months ago
  • Really helpful

    Alex is thorough and thoughtful in how he approaches the game. I’m really excited to implement CLA practices this year.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benkjohnson3
    United States10 months ago
  • Exceptional Coaching Resource

    There are no wasted moments on this podcast. Each episode is relatively short, packed with applicable information every minute. Covers every aspect of the sport at all levels from Professional to Youth beginners. A must listen if your are transitioning to the CLA coaching style

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jared-Meyer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great resource for coaches at all levels!

    Alex and his guests consistently provide actionable items for coaches of any level to implement in their programs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bhedtke
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent resource

    A must listen for coaches

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dougmurray33
    Canadaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Content repeatedly emphasizes game-like training and decision-making under pressure.
Guests bring high-level expertise across elite and youth basketball.
Coaches appreciate practical, evidence-based ideas they can apply immediately.
Listeners praise concise, actionable episodes and real-world applicability.

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Apple Podcasts
#247
United States/Sports/Basketball
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#120
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#167
United Kingdom/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#64
Germany/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#78
Italy/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#107
France/Sports/Basketball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP176: How to approach Player development during the Off-season with Adam Omiecinski
Q: What should coaches focus on in the off-season versus in-season?
Coaches should use the off-season to explore new skills, experiment with different constraints, and broaden players' solution spaces, while preserving core principles of play; in-season should focus on exploiting current abilities, refining efficiency, and maximizing wins.
EP173: Functional Perception Action Coupling with Adam Omiecinski
Q: How can coaches modify drills to ensure variability and prevent turnover into a capacity drill?
Coaches can vary defender positioning, introduce different looks, and adjust repetitions to prevent predicting the defender's moves, forcing players to decide in the moment based on real-time cues and the evolving defense.
EP173: Functional Perception Action Coupling with Adam Omiecinski
Q: What is the key difference between a skill drill and a capacity drill when defenders are actively contesting the ball?
The key difference is whether players are forced to continually read, interpret, and adapt to the defender's evolving actions and intentions, rather than performing a preplanned, repetitive maneuver that guarantees possession or completion.
EP169: Alex Sarama on Principles of Play and his Coaching Journey
Q: If you could leave coaches with one transformative tip, what would it be?
Foster psychological safety through the ABC framework, empower players with autonomy in film and practice, and ensure every rep is purposeful and contributes to a shared team culture.
EP169: Alex Sarama on Principles of Play and his Coaching Journey
Q: What did you learn from your time in Cleveland that helps you now with Portland?
Key takeaways include the value of strong organizational structure, a coaching staff aligned from the top, obsessive player development, and the need to integrate analytics with practical on-court decisions, all under Kenny Atkinson's leadership.

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This show explores evidence-based basketball coaching through contemporary skill acquisition, ecological dynamics, and decision-making in practice and games. Across episodes, listeners hear from high-level coaches and practitioners who emphasize game-like training, variability, and player development, with a strong focus on CLA (Constraints-Led Approach), transfer to performance, and creating learning environments that foster decision-making under pressure. The format often features practical drills, coaching philosophy, and organizational culture, making it a valuable resource for coaches, performance staff, and aspiring leaders seeking rigorous, science-backed methods to transform their programs. Noteworthy elements include a recurring em... more

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Recent guests on The Transforming Basketball Podcast include:

1. Adam Omiecinski
2. Vincent Collet
3. Michael Mackay
4. Adam Back
5. Chris Palmer
6. Vitor Galvani
7. Alex Sarama
8. Rikki Broadmore

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