Better Coaching with Luke Gromer

Luke Gromer | RYG Athletics
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The Better Coaching Podcast connects coaches with ideas and strategies they can implement to grow as a coach and a leader so they can develop better teams, better players, and better people. Host Luke Gromer sits down with some of the world's best coaches, leaders, and experts to uncover the strategies coaches need to go from good to great. Topics include leadership, practice design, mental performance, culture, teaching, communication, and more! Whether you're coaching youth sports or leading a pro team, you’ll leave every episode with actionable tools to coach and lead better.

  1. 134. 4 Keys of Good Coaching According to Players with Alan Keane of MVMT Sports

    6D AGO

    134. 4 Keys of Good Coaching According to Players with Alan Keane of MVMT Sports

    In this episode, Luke Gromer interviews Alan Keane, a seasoned basketball coach, about what players want from their coaches, the essential skills for effective coaching, and how to build strong connections and confidence within teams. They explore practical strategies like affirmations, reflective practice, and intentional connection-building to enhance coaching effectiveness. — RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS: Become a Camp Director The Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. - Director interest form:⁠⁠ ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFXxRUOb9-pdYbDkRktNiCTD1PDwm4zisPexHCLH0341YlRg/viewform?usp=dialog⁠ - RYG Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠ ⁠https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscribe⁠ 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching⁠ 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscribe⁠ — Guest: Alan Keane Great Britain Basketball U20 National Team Head Coach Co-Founder of MVMT Sports Guest’s Website: http://mvmtsports.com  Guest’s Social Links: https://x.com/CoachKeane14  | https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-keane-00b40221/?originalSubdomain=uk — CONTACT US You can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Coaching and Alan Keane's Journey 00:25 Insights from Youth Players on Coaching Expectations 04:59 Defining Good Coaching: Key Characteristics 07:01 Building Players' Confidence: Strategies and Importance 18:59 Fostering Connections: The Role of Relationships in Coaching 20:18 Building Connections Through Conversation 23:19 Intentional Practices for Team Bonding 25:39 Reflective Practices in Coaching 29:10 Understanding Player Motivations 32:54 The Importance of Communication and Feedback 37:04 Self-Awareness in Coaching 39:04 The Power of Noticing and Listening Keywords coaching, basketball, player development, confidence, connection, reflection, leadership, sports psychology

    45 min
  2. 133. Modern Skill Acquisition Made Simple: Rethinking Practice Design, Feedback, & Constraints with Javier Miller-Estrada

    MAR 2

    133. Modern Skill Acquisition Made Simple: Rethinking Practice Design, Feedback, & Constraints with Javier Miller-Estrada

    In this conversation, Luke Gromer and Javier Miller-Estrada explore the modern approach to skill acquisition in sports, emphasizing adaptability, the role of constraints, and the importance of practice design. They discuss how traditional views of skill focus on repeatability, while modern perspectives prioritize problem-solving and adaptability in athletes. The conversation also highlights the significance of creating representative learning environments, providing appropriate feedback, and fostering a coaching philosophy that encourages exploration and creativity among athletes. — RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS: Become a Camp DirectorThe Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. - Director interest form:⁠⁠ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFXxRUOb9-pdYbDkRktNiCTD1PDwm4zisPexHCLH0341YlRg/viewform?usp=dialog - RYG Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠ https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscribe 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠ ⁠https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscribe —GUEST INFO: Javier Miller-Estrada - Co-founder of Ignite Performance in Chandler, AZ, a premier center for long-term athletic development that has helped over 125 athletes earn college scholarships since 2018. - Host of The Adaptable Athlete Podcast and part of the team at Emergence, focusing on modern approaches to movement skill education and coaching. - Creator of the Modern Coach’s Planner, a resource designed to help coaches apply modern skill acquisition principles and develop adaptable, game-ready athletes. Guest’s Website: https://thecoachjav.com | https://emergentmvmt.com Coach Planner: https://thecoachjav.com/products/modern-coach-planner — CONTACT US You can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Chapters 00:50 Javier Miller Estrada: Modern Athlete-Centered Approaches 00:54 Skill Acquisition and Modern Coaching Practices 00:57 Javi's Journey in Sports and Coaching 01:08 Defining Skill Acquisition 04:48 Adapting Skills in Complex Sports 08:40 The Role of Constraints in Skill Development 12:12 Identifying Invariant Features of Movement 16:27 Reframing Practice for Better Outcomes 24:11 Enhancing Practice Design for Coaches 25:21 The Role of Intention and Feedback in Coaching 27:39 The Importance of Challenge in Practice 27:54 Representative Learning Design in Sports 31:02 Creating Game-Like Scenarios in Practice 33:44 Manipulating Constraints for Better Learning 39:11 Task Simplification vs. Decomposition in Skill Acquisition 41:45 Lessons Learned from Podcasting and Coaching 44:43 The Joy of Athlete Development 45:13 Learning from Athletes as a Coach 45:49 Indicators of Coaching Success Keywords skill acquisition, adaptability, constraints, coaching, practice design, representative learning, feedback, athlete development, modern coaching, invariant features

    50 min
  3. 132. Mental Metrics, Handling Adversity, and Life After Sport with Ryan Schachtner

    FEB 23

    132. Mental Metrics, Handling Adversity, and Life After Sport with Ryan Schachtner

    In this conversation, Ryan Schachtner shares his journey from being a college athlete to a financial advisor and co-founder of Success Beyond Game Day. He discusses the challenges athletes face during transitions, the importance of mental performance, and how coaches can better support their athletes. —RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS: Become a Camp Director The Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. - Director interest form:⁠⁠ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFXxRUOb9-pdYbDkRktNiCTD1PDwm4zisPexHCLH0341YlRg/viewform?usp=dialog - RYG Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ —FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠ https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscribe 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠ ⁠https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscribe —GUEST INFO: Ryan Schachtner - Author of Foundations of Financial Excellence - Co-founder of Success Beyond Game Day - Works with athletes to prepare them for life after sports Guest’s Website: https://www.successbeyondgameday.com —CONTACT US You can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    55 min
  4. 131. Why Coaches are Burning Out and How to Stop it with Stephen Maxwell of No Other Game Around

    FEB 16

    131. Why Coaches are Burning Out and How to Stop it with Stephen Maxwell of No Other Game Around

    In this episode, Stephen Maxwell discusses the importance of self-care for coaches, the factors contributing to coach burnout, and strategies for emotional regulation. He emphasizes the need for coaches to reconnect with their purpose, manage their time effectively, and create supportive environments for both themselves and their athletes. The conversation also covers the significance of reflective practices, accountability, and navigating tough seasons in coaching. — RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS The Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. - Director interest form:⁠⁠ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFXxRUOb9-pdYbDkRktNiCTD1PDwm4zisPexHCLH0341YlRg/viewform?usp=dialog - RYG Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠ https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscribe 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠ ⁠https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscribe — GUEST INFO: Stephen Maxwell - Over 22 years of coach development experience across multiple sports (soccer, Gaelic games, Rugby Union, Cricket). - Currently serves as the Coach and Match Official Education Manager for Cricket Ireland. - Runs a consultancy firm, "No Other Game Around." Guest’s Website: https://www.nogaspc.com — CONTACT USYou can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters00:00 Introduction to Coaching Journey00:08 Creating Supportive Coaching Environments01:01 Finding Purpose in Coaching03:29 Understanding Coach Burnout07:12 Triggers and Self-Awareness in Coaching11:25 The Importance of Self-Care13:12 Reflective Practices for Coaches17:25 Building Sustainable Habits19:43 The Importance of Accountability in Coaching21:38 Emotional Regulation Techniques for Coaches24:10 Strategies for Maintaining Focus During Games28:45 Holding Athletes Accountable to Standards32:00 The Role of Coaches in Team Dynamics35:47 Navigating Tough Seasons as a CoachTakeaways- Coaches often burn out due to a loss of purpose.- Self-awareness is crucial for managing stress and burnout.- Time management can help coaches prioritize self-care.- Triggers can lead to emotional outbursts if not managed.- Reflective practices can help coaches decompress after games.- Creating accountability among athletes fosters a positive environment.- Coaches should define success beyond just winning.- Coaching is about relationships, both with athletes and oneself.- Simple processes can help manage stress during games.- Coaches need to be intentional about their self-care routines.Keywordscoaching, self-care, burnout, emotional regulation, coach education, accountability, performance, well-being, coaching philosophy, reflective practice

    43 min
  5. 130. Mental Performance Made Simple: Practice Design, Parent Communication, and Handling Adversity with James Leath

    FEB 9

    130. Mental Performance Made Simple: Practice Design, Parent Communication, and Handling Adversity with James Leath

    In this episode of the Better Coaching podcast, Luke Gromer speaks with mental performance coach James Leath. They discuss how coaches can embed mental performance development into their coaching and practices. It also dives into the significance of organized practice in sports, emphasizing the distinction between practicing for skill development and preparing for competition. James highlights the necessity of creating a structured environment where athletes can learn decision-making under pressure, ultimately enhancing their performance in actual games. — RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS The Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. Director interest form:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/Bo4otGjRjDkju1xp8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RYG Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY Click the link below to download the show notes, subscribe to our newsletter, or join the community! 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching/classroom/bb03d4a3?md=d68c2f18a9da40dca1c5ce1178764baa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skool.com/bettercoaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠BetterCoachingHub.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — GUEST INFO James Leath Guest’s Website: jamesleath.com Guest’s Email: coach@jamesleath.com Guest’s Social Media Links: X | Instagram | Facebook | Linked-In — CONTACT US You can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Takeaways Organized practice is crucial for effective skill development.Athletes often do not pay attention during unstructured practice.There is a difference between practicing drills and preparing for competition.Structured practices help athletes learn to make decisions.Experiencing pressure in practice prepares athletes for games.Coaches need to focus on both skill development and competition readiness.Practices should simulate game-like conditions.Athletes benefit from learning in a competitive environment.Effective coaching requires organization and planning.Understanding the purpose of practice can enhance athlete performance. Keywords organized practice, competition, skill development, coaching, youth sports, decision making, pressure, game readiness

    1h 4m
  6. 129. Kids These Days: Effective Strategies for Coaching Gen Z and Beyond with Betsy Butterick

    FEB 2

    129. Kids These Days: Effective Strategies for Coaching Gen Z and Beyond with Betsy Butterick

    In this episode of the Better Coaching podcast, Luke Gromer speaks with Betsy Butterick about her new book, 'Kids These Days,' which explores effective strategies for coaching Gen Z athletes. They discuss the unique challenges that Gen Z presents to coaches, the importance of leading with 'why,' and how to navigate technology in coaching. Betsy emphasizes the need for co-creation in team environments, the difference between praise and affirmation, and the significance of modeling vulnerability and accountability as a coach. The conversation also touches on how to teach accountability among peers and the importance of creating tech-free spaces for genuine connection. — RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS The Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. Director interest form:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/Bo4otGjRjDkju1xp8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RYG Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY Click the link below to download the show notes, subscribe to our newsletter, or join the community! 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching/classroom/bb03d4a3?md=d68c2f18a9da40dca1c5ce1178764baa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skool.com/bettercoaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠BetterCoachingHub.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — GUEST INFO Betsy Butterick Communication specialist and coaches coach Former basketball coach and player Guest’s Website: https://betsybutterick.com/  — CONTACT US You can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Coaching and Communication 01:21 Understanding Gen Z in Coaching 02:02 Understanding Gen Z: The Motivation Behind the Book 05:06 Navigating the 'Why' Barrier in Coaching 08:04 Technology's Role in Coaching and Communication 10:54 Creating Tech-Free Spaces for Connection 13:48 Co-Creation: Empowering Athletes in Decision Making 16:59 Building Team Culture Through Co-Creation 27:48 Empowering Gen Z Through Responsibility 29:11 The Importance of Affirmation Over Praise 35:17 The Lasting Impact of Coaches' Words 42:43 Modeling Vulnerability and Accountability 50:18 Teaching Accountability Among Peers Takeaways Understanding Gen Z's unique challenges is crucial for effective coaching.Leading with 'why' enhances engagement and understanding among athletes.Technology is a part of athletes' lives; coaches must adapt to it.Creating tech-free spaces fosters genuine connections among team members.Co-creation empowers athletes and enhances team culture.Affirmation is more impactful than generic praise in building confidence.Modeling vulnerability as a coach encourages accountability among athletes.Teaching accountability requires practice in low-stakes environments.Conversations about mental health and technology are essential for today's athletes.The power of words can significantly impact an athlete's self-perception and confidence.Keywords coaching, Gen Z, leadership, communication, technology, accountability, affirmation, youth sports, coaching strategies, athlete development

    57 min
  7. 128. 8 Steps to Create a Winning Culture with Brian Smith, University of Missouri Wrestling Head Coach

    JAN 26

    128. 8 Steps to Create a Winning Culture with Brian Smith, University of Missouri Wrestling Head Coach

    In this episode, Luke Gromer sits down with legendary University of Missouri Head Wrestling Coach Brian Smith to dissect the philosophy behind his nearly three decades of sustained success: "Tiger Style." Smith details the evolution of his program's four core pillars—Believe, Compete, One More, and Expect to Win—and shares how he transformed a written vision into a living culture that empowers athletes to take ownership of their development. The conversation dives into actionable strategies for coaches, including the implementation of "Mental Mondays" and "Grateful Fridays" to foster emotional intelligence, the rationale behind high-intensity 90-minute practice sessions over marathon training, and the critical role of personal morning routines in self-leadership. This discussion offers a masterclass in building a process-driven environment where athletes embrace vulnerability through "tough talks" and develop character that outlasts their athletic careers. — RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS The Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. Director interest form:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/Bo4otGjRjDkju1xp8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RYG Website:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY Click the link below to download the show notes, subscribe to our newsletter, or join the community! 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching/classroom/bb03d4a3?md=d68c2f18a9da40dca1c5ce1178764baa⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skool.com/bettercoaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠BetterCoachingHub.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ — GUEST INFO Brian Smith Head Coach, University of Missouri Men's Wrestling28 years leading the same program12 consecutive conference championships and top-10 NCAA finishes in nine of the last eleven seasonsCoached six wrestlers to a combined 10 National Titles, produced 69 All-Americans, and developed two OlympiansGuest’s Website: https://coachbriansmithspeaker.com/  Guest’s book: Amazon Guest’s Social Links: LinkedIn — CONTACT US You can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Keywords building culture, coaching philosophy, team rules, live Tiger style, simplicity in coaching, commitment to class Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Coach Brian Smith 03:32 The Foundation of Tiger Style 06:23 The Eight Steps to Success 09:35 Vision and Planning for Success 12:37 Establishing and Reinforcing Culture 15:35 Leadership and Team Dynamics 18:34 Recognizing and Celebrating Success 21:32 The Importance of Mental Toughness 24:22 Building Relationships and Community 27:45 Continuous Growth and Learning 32:15 Mindset and Mental Growth in Sports 36:54 The Importance of Competing 40:10 Practice Philosophy: Shorter and More Intense 45:02 Creating a Culture of Commitment 47:59 The Power of Morning Routines 57:43 Podcast IntroOutro Video.mp4

    58 min
  8. 127. How Coaches Can Develop Mental Mastery in Athletes with Phil Philipou

    JAN 19

    127. How Coaches Can Develop Mental Mastery in Athletes with Phil Philipou

    In this episode, Luke Gromer interviews Phil Philipou, a mindset coach and youth soccer coach, discussing his journey back to coaching after a hiatus, the importance of behavior management, and strategies for developing young athletes both mentally and physically. Phil shares insights on creating a positive coaching environment, the significance of setting clear expectations with parents, and the need for a defined success statement in coaching. The conversation emphasizes the balance between challenge and support in youth sports, and the role of mindset in athlete development. — RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS The Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. Director interest form:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/Bo4otGjRjDkju1xp8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RYG Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY Click the link below to download the show notes, subscribe to our newsletter, or join the community! 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching/classroom/bb03d4a3?md=d68c2f18a9da40dca1c5ce1178764baa⁠⁠⁠ 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://skool.com/bettercoaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠ ⁠BetterCoachingHub.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠ — GUEST INFO Phil Philipou Mindset coachYouth soccer coach Author of Inspiring Young Minds: Mental Mastery for Youth FootballersGuest’s Website: www.mindsightsport.com Guest’s Email: coach@mindsightsport.com Guest’s Social Links: X | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | LinkedIn Personal | YouTube — CONTACT US You can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠ Takeaways Coaching is about developing the person as well as the player.Behavior management is crucial for effective coaching.Using a behavior hierarchy can help maintain control in chaotic environments.Praising effort over talent fosters a growth mindset in athletes.Setting clear expectations with parents is essential for a successful coaching experience.Mistakes are a natural part of learning and should be normalized.The language we use can significantly impact athletes' mindsets.Creating a defined success statement helps guide coaching decisions.Investing time in teaching routines can lead to more effective practices.Mindset coaching can rejuvenate a coach's passion for the sport. Keywords coaching, mindset, youth sports, behavior management, character development, success, parent communication, mental toughness, youth football, coaching strategies

    49 min
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The Better Coaching Podcast connects coaches with ideas and strategies they can implement to grow as a coach and a leader so they can develop better teams, better players, and better people. Host Luke Gromer sits down with some of the world's best coaches, leaders, and experts to uncover the strategies coaches need to go from good to great. Topics include leadership, practice design, mental performance, culture, teaching, communication, and more! Whether you're coaching youth sports or leading a pro team, you’ll leave every episode with actionable tools to coach and lead better.

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  • Creator
    Luke Gromer | RYG Athletics
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    154
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Luke Gromer | RYG Athletics
  • Show Website
    Better Coaching with Luke Gromer

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