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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
Differential Learning
Principles Of Play
Ecological Approach
Ecological Dynamics Framework
Constraints Led Approach
NBA
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 Adam Omiecinski for a deep dive into one of the most common practice design mistakes coaches make: creating defensive environments that are too predictable.

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In this episode, George is joined by Chris Palmer, NBA and WNBA skills development coach and founder of Pure Performance Basketball, to discuss how coaches can design practice environments that truly transfer to games. Chris explains how he uses film... more

In this episode, George is joined by NBA G-league Coach of the Year Vitor Galvani to explore the balance between player development and winning, the differences between coaching youth and professional athletes, and how creating decision-rich environm... more

In this episode, George is joined by Liam Jefferson, Head Coach of the Oakland Wolves Academy, to explore the balance between structure and freedom in modern offense. Liam talks about how he applies a "set play offense" with his teams, how it differs... more

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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
Erick Vigansky
Sports performance coach, founder of Athletes on the Rise
Athletes on the Rise
Episode: EP165: Constraints, Movement Layering, and Conceptual Basketball with Erick Vigansky
Gabriel Solé
Head strength and conditioning coach for Ourense Baloncesto in Spain's Primera FEB
Ourense Baloncesto
Episode: EP164: Gabriel Solé Head S&C Coach for Ourense Baloncesto in Spain's Primera FEB
Anthony Distras
England U15 Assistant Coach; specialist in talent transformation
England Basketball; Haringey Heat
Episode: EP163: England Youth National Team Assistant Antony Distras on Transforming Player Development
James Anderson
Basketball coach and practitioner featured on the show
Episode: EP162: Winning a State Title with James Anderson
Carson Huelle
High school basketball head coach, coached Fort Collins Lampskins, alumnus of Fort Collins High School
Fort Collins High School / Lampskins
Episode: EP161: High School Coach of the Year Carson Huelle on Applying CLA Principles

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George
Host of The Transforming Basketball Podcast

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 206 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 States8 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 States9 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 States10 months 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 States10 months ago
  • Excellent resource

    A must listen for coaches

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dougmurray33
    Canada10 months ago

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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.
EP169: Alex Sarama on Principles of Play and his Coaching Journey
Q: What other things have you done to adapt your Principles of Play for this team?
Alex explains expanding the Principles of Play through tactics like faster pace, refined set plays, and screening variations (weak-side actions, slot cuts, pin slides) to involve shooters and maintain purpose within Iverson-driven action, while adapting to the unique personnel of an expansion team.
EP160: Representative Shooting Drills with Arkansas State Assistant Coach Anthony Goods
Q: What are some of the things that you were looking out for, especially as you prepare to pick up these high school players and the transfer portal too?
Focus on shooting ability and ball security in the portal and high school prospects, but also increasingly evaluate how they perform in more game-like, defended settings to gauge fit and potential.
EP156: Transforming the Athlete: NBA/NFL Consultant Dr. Craig Liebenson's Holistic Approach
Q: How do you balance variability with the need for some consistency in training?
Provide a Goldilocks level of challenge—not too easy, not too hard—and tailor difficulty to each athlete while keeping the collective practice adaptable.

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The episodes showcase a practitioner-driven approach to basketball coaching, blending evidence-based skill acquisition with ecological dynamics and constraint-led practice. Guests range from strength-and-conditioning leaders to high-level coaches and educators who illuminate how game-informed training, decision-making under pressure, and flexible practice design translate to improved on-court performance. Notable threads include practical drills, warm-up design, load management, and the emphasis on environment, autonomy, and player development over rigid drills. The format is highly actionable, with guests sharing concrete methods, frameworks, and real-world experiences that listeners can adapt to youth through professional levels. A stando... more

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Recent guests on The Transforming Basketball Podcast include:

1. Vitor Galvani
2. Alex Sarama
3. Rikki Broadmore
4. Michael Huber
5. Erick Vigansky
6. Gabriel Solé
7. Anthony Distras
8. James Anderson

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