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The Transforming Basketball Podcast

Transforming Basketball

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 reflect deeply on our coaching and organisational approaches, then this is the podcast for you!

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All Episodes

25:45

EP141: The Art of Practice Design in Basketball with...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/12/10

In this episode, George is joined by Tim Dather, assistant coach for the Los Angeles Clippers, shares insights from his extensive coaching career. He discusses the significance of practice design, the integration of analytics and medical insights, and the importance of creating a representative environment for player development. Tim emphasizes the role of film breakdown in coaching, translating NBA concepts to youth basketball, and building consistency in a rapidly changing G League

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36:09

EP140: From Player to Agent Journey with Billy Baron

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2025/12/03

In this episode, George is joined by former Euroleague pro Billy Baron discusses his transition from player to agent, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and player development. He shares insights on training routines, the differences between college and European basketball, and the significance of creating scoring opportunities through effective movement. Billy also addresses concerns about youth sports in the U.S. and offers recommendations for a balanced approach to skill

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20:51

EP139: Unlocking Mental Performance in Basketball...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/11/26

In this episode, George and Jon Giesbrecht explore the concept of mental toughness in sports, emphasizing resilience, routines, and energy regulation. They discuss the importance of co-regulation between athletes and coaches, the process of subbing in and out during games, and the need for athletes to find their own paths rather than following someone else's blueprint. The conversation also touches on how to challenge fear and embrace mistakes, ultimately leading to a state of playing free

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31:28

EP139: Unlocking Mental Performance in Basketball...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/11/19

In this episode, George is joined by Jon Giesbrecht, founder of Play Free Basketball, Director of Mental Performance for the Vancouver Bandits, and author of Free Your Mind: Overthinking Athletes. Jon shares how mindfulness and emotional regulation can transform both coaches and players. He explains how to bridge the gap between basketball coaching and mental performance, build player awareness through breathwork, and use journaling as a tool for self-discovery and growth.Chapters:00:00 –

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28:11

EP138: A Global Approach to Elite Player Development...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/11/12

In this episode, George sits down with Tim Fanning, associate head coach at BYU and former coach at Maccabi Tel Aviv and Overtime Elite. Tim shares his global coaching journey across Spain, Israel, New Zealand, and the U.S., and how principles like intensity, IQ, and simplicity guide his coaching philosophy. He dives into player development at the elite level, building competitive cultures, and how watching practice film daily transformed his coaching.Chapters: 01:00 – Discovering the

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27:36

EP137: Q&A with Alex Sarama (Part 2)

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/11/05

In this episode, Alex Sarama continues the Q&A workshop with coaches, diving deeper into how practice design, constraints, and teaching methods can drive player development. The conversation highlights how to balance principles with in-game adjustments, why autonomy and accountability matter, and how conceptual offense evolves through experimentation.Chapters:01:00 – Shifting the lens in practice: solving problems, not filling time03:00 – Using players to officiate constraints and

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32:57

EP137: Q&A with Alex Sarama (Part 1)

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/10/29

In this episode, Alex Sarama hosts a Q&A workshop where coaches dive deep into transition offense, spacing concepts, pistol actions, and defensive principles like tagging up. The conversation explores practical teaching points for youth basketball, how to structure practice planning, and ways to blend conceptual offense with structured actions.Chapters:00:50 – Transition spacing explained: “traffic light” approach (green = dominoes, yellow = triggers, red = sets) 03:00 – Teaching

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15:22

EP136: Traditional vs CLA Drills

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/10/22

In this episode, George Vaz breaks down the concept of representative design in coaching — the idea that practice environments should mirror real game demands for true skill transfer. Drawing on ecological dynamics and research-backed insights, George explores how coaches can create more game-realistic drills, use task simplification over decomposition, and balance traditional and constraints-led approaches.Chapters: 00:00 - Defining representative design and why it matters for skill

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31:30

EP135: Nathanial Mitchell: Transforming Players...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/10/15

In this episode, George sits down with Nathanial Mitchell, head coach for Canada Basketball’s Senior Men’s National Team and former NBA assistant with the Toronto Raptors and Charlotte Hornets. Nathanial shares lessons from coaching across the NBA, G League, international basketball, and now the Chinese Basketball Association, emphasizing how connection, accountability, and continuous learning shape his coaching philosophy.Bio:Toronto’sNathanial Mitchellhas coached at every level — from

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26:15

EP134: An Inside Look at ‘Bamalytics’ and Alabama’s...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/10/08

In this episode, George sits down with Adam Bauman, Director of Scouting and Analytics for the Alabama Men’s Basketball Team. Adam shares how analytics shape Alabama’s explosive offense, how player development is guided through data-driven shot type reports, and why simplicity is key when communicating with players. He also discusses building stronger relationships with athletes, balancing analytics with coaching feel, and how competition drives culture in practiceChapters:01:00 –

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38:30

EP133: The Evolution of Basketball Coaching with...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/10/01

In this episode, George welcomes Coach Nick Hauselman, founder of BBall Breakdown, to discuss revolutionary changes in defensiveprinciples of play and shooting. With over 20 years of coaching experience, Coach Nick shares insights on the evolution of shooting, using variability, and the creation of his innovative defensive scheme that challenges traditional methods. Nick also addresses how the mental aspect and internal cues play a critical role in player development.Bio:Nicholas “Coach

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12:25

EP132: Effective Constraint Manipulation

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/09/24

In this episode, George delves into the significance of manipulating constraints to guide player behavior and skill development. Through practical examples, the episode outlines various task, environmental, and individual constraints that can be applied during your practices.Listen to learn moreabout constraints in practice like variable shot clocks, shrinking the court size, andtying constraints to your principles of play.Chapters:00:00 - Understanding the Purpose of Constraint

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28:04

EP131: The Five Pillars of Holistic Athlete...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/09/17

In this episode, George Vaz is joined by Robby Bostain, founder of Level 10 Basketball and former Division I and European pro. Robby shares how his holistic five-pillar approach—skills, fitness, mentality, nutrition, and leadership—helps athletes level up on and off the court. He also dives into how the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) unlocked creativity in his coaching, why giving athletes ownership accelerates growth, and the power of experimenting across sports.Bio:Robby Bostain is the

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27:21

EP130: The Secrets Behind ALBA Berlin's Coaching...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/09/10

In this episode, George Vaz is joined by Norbert Opitz, a cornerstone of Alba Berlin’s youth development program. With over 20 years of experience, Norbert shares how Alba fosters player growth through representative practices, decision-making, and long-term development over short-term wins. He explains why Alba avoids “on-air” drills, how they use constraints to guide learning, and the importance of empowering players to play freely while building confidence in their shooting.Bio:Norbert

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29:27

EP129: Inside the Hawks: Zay West on Tag Games,...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/09/03

In this episode, George Vaz is joined by Zay West, Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Atlanta Hawks and former NBA Academy Africa performance lead. Zay shares how evidence-based training, creativity, and environmental design can help athletes maximize performance, adapt faster, and return stronger from injuries. Chapters: 01:30 - Zay’s coaching journey to the Atlanta Hawks03:00 - Applying the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA)08:30 - Creativity in training & warm-ups09:30

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26:54

EP128: Constraints, Curiosity, and Coaching: Ashley...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/08/27

In this episode, George Vaz sits down with Ashley Cookson, Head of Basketball Performance and Head Coach of the Essex Rebels women’s team. Ashley shares his journey through coaching in the UK, Sweden, Canada, and Australia, and how ecological dynamics and constraints-led approaches shape his philosophy.Chapters: 00:00 - Ashley’s coaching journey across the UK, Sweden, Canada & Australia04:00 - Discovering ecological dynamics & adapting traditional coaching methods07:00 - Designing

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28:12

EP127: Building a Championship Culture with Cameron...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/08/20

In this episode, George is joined byCameron Mitchell—two-time NWAC South Coach of the Year and head coach of Portland Community College’s Panther Basketball Program. He shares how he’s led his team to back-to-back region championships and the most successful two-year stretch in program history.Cameron also explains why embracing controlled chaos, implementing the Constraints-Led Approach, and giving players autonomy have been key to success.Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Coach Cameron

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27:41

EP126: Q&A with Alex Sarama and Kerri Kuzbyt

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/08/13

In this episode, Alex and Kerri dives deep into the balance between player development and winning, how to teach functional skills without over-prescribing, and practical ways to apply the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) in real team settings. They also share tips on involving more players in the offense, integrating other sports for better movement patterns, and aligning athletic goals with basketball needs.Chapters:00:00 – Why chasing wins can limit player growth 03:12 – The shift to a

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30:00

EP125: Why Your Warm-Up Isn’t Working (And How to Fix...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/08/06

In this episode, George sits down with Martina Navarro to explore how coaches can use the Athletic Skills Model (ASM) to transform fundamental skills into functional movements, build movement versatility, and add variability to warmups and practices. They also dive into why falling is such an essential skill and how transfer of learning helps athletes thrive across multiple sports. Chapters & Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 01:48 – Transforming Fundamental Skills into

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27:22

EP124: How Missouri Built One of the Nation’s Most...

The Transforming Basketball Podcast ·

2025/07/30

In this episode, George is joined by Matt Cline to talk about building an elite offensive system at Missouri, creating a culture of connection, and coaching through creativity, freedom, and trust. They also explore how the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) has influenced Missouri’s training design and how empowering players has led to real transformation. Chapters: 00:00 – Building Elite Offense at Missouri 01:48 – Creating Offense Through Behaviors, Not Plays 03:27 – Transitioning into a CLA

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