The Transforming Basketball Podcast

Transforming Basketball
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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!

  1. 6D AGO

    EP150: Beyond the numbers: Building Culture at FAU with Corey McCrae

    In this episode, George is joined by Corey McCrae to discuss the challenges and growth experienced in coaching basketball at FAU. He reflects on specific games that highlight the difficulties of maintaining leads and the lessons learned from defeats. The conversation also delves into the importance of building team dynamics and aspirations for future success.   Chapters: 01:00 – Introduction to Corey McCrae and His Basketball Journey 03:00 – Supporting Players After Mistakes 05:00 – Creating a Safe and Supportive Team Culture 07:00 – DeMatha Influence and Coaching Philosophy 10:00 – Building Strong Relationships with Players 12:00 – Teaching the Horns Offensive Set 16:00 – Defending the Horns Set 18:00 – Defensive Adjustments and Schemes 19:00 – High School to College Transition 21:00 – The 0.5 Decision-Making Rule 24:00 – Leadership Development in Players 25:00 – Transformative Tip   Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links:Website: http://transformingbball.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbballInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketballFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball

    29 min

  2. FEB 4

    EP149: From the G League to Global with Antoine Broxsie

    In this episode, George is joined by Antoine Broxsie to share his extensive coaching journey across various countries and leagues, emphasizing the importance of cultural integration and innovative coaching techniques. He discusses the significance of understanding modern offensive strategies like the Zoom action, as well as defensive tactics to counter them. Antoine reflects on his evolving coaching philosophy, the necessity of specialization in sports, and the impact of introducing CLA (Constraints-Led Approach) in international clinics.   Chapters:   Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Antoine Broxsie and his background in player development 03:12 – How Antoine got started in skills training and coaching 06:45 – Designing workouts that translate to real-game situations 10:08 – The balance between skill repetition and decision-making 13:32 – Common mistakes in player development training 16:54 – Teaching players how to read space, timing, and defenders 20:17 – Building confidence without over-coaching 23:40 – Why adaptability is more important than memorizing moves 26:58 – Applying modern development concepts to youth basketball 28:27 – Transformative Tip   Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links:Website: http://transformingbball.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbballInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketballFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball

    30 min

  3. JAN 28

    EP148: Implementing Pro-Level Efficiency in Amateur Gyms with Luke Bonner

    In this episode, George is joined by Luke Bonner, a former Division I and professional basketball player, about his journey in basketball and his current work in youth sports. They discuss the importance of early specialization, the integration of technology in coaching, the challenges of the college basketball system, and the significance of enjoyment in youth sports. Luke shares insights on load management, the constraint-led approach to coaching, and innovative drills to enhance skill development.   Chapters:00:00 – Introduction to Luke Bonner and His Basketball Journey02:30 – When Elite Players “Know” They’re Good04:30 – Early Specialization vs. Multi-Sport Development06:45 – Learning from Soccer: Data, Movement, and Engagement08:45 – Constraints-Led Games to Keep Kids Engaged11:00 – Rethinking the College Basketball Grind13:15 – Load Management, Locking the Gym, and Long-Term Planning15:30 – Coaching Young Players with CLA Principles18:00 – Gamifying Basketball to Teach Teamwork and Skills22:00 – “Less Is More” in Player Development27:00 – Transformative Tip   Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links:Website: http://transformingbball.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbballInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketballFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball

    28 min

  4. JAN 21

    EP147: Building a Culture of Playing Towards Each Other with Ryan Gensler

    In this episode, George is joined by Ryan Gensler, Head Women’s Basketball Coach at the University of Akron, to explore how concept-based offense, relationship-driven leadership, and constraint-led learning shape modern team building and player development. Ryan shares lessons from his coaching journey across multiple programs and explains how cutting, spacing, and selflessness can become foundational offensive weapons. He also dives into practice design, blending traditional drills with constraints, building team culture through shared values, and trusting players to make decisions.   Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Ryan Gensler and His Coaching Path 01:00 – Coaching Influences and Concept-Based Offense 02:30 – Relationship-Driven Leadership and Program Culture 04:00 – Defining Core Values as a Head Coach 05:30 – Playing for Each Other and Selfless Basketball 06:30 – Using Cutting as a Primary Offensive Weapon 08:00 – Teaching Cutting Through Constraints and Small-Sided Games 10:00 – Solving Spacing and Dunker Spot Challenges 11:30 – Blending Traditional Player Development with Constraints 14:30 – Modernizing Traditional Drills for Decision-Making 17:30 – Developing Shot Quality and Contested Finishing 19:30 – Reinforcing Culture Through Assist-Based Rewards 21:00 – Emotional Intelligence and Off-Court Development 22:30 – Aligning Vision Through Team Retreats and Vulnerability 24:00 – Transformative Tip: Trust Your Players   Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links:Website: http://transformingbball.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbballInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketballFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball

    27 min

  5. JAN 14

    EP146: The Future of Coaching with Matt Bowers

    In this episode, George is joined by Dr. Matt Bowers to explore how different sport environments—from structured teams to unstructured play—shape athlete development, creativity, and long-term potential. He challenges early specialization, outcome-driven coaching, and win-at-all-costs youth systems, advocating instead for play, autonomy, and constraint-led learning. Matt also shares lessons from research, parenting, AAU culture, and even video games to help coaches design better practice environments that protect joy, growth, and human development.   Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Matt Bowers and His Research Background 01:30 – Discovering Constraints-Led Approaches and Athlete Learning 04:30 – Youth Development, Long-Term Potential, and the Coach’s Role 08:30 – Early Specialization vs. Multi-Sport Sampling 11:30 – Why Being the Best at 8 Years Old Doesn’t Matter 13:30 – Playing the Long Game in Youth Basketball 15:00 – Training vs. Competition Ratios in AAU Culture 18:00 – Small-Sided Games, Constraints, and Individual Growth 21:00 – Navigating AAU Pressures as a Parent and Coach 23:00 – What Traditional Sports Can Learn from Video Games 26:00 – Rethinking the Scoreboard and Competition 29:00 – Hope for the Next Generation of Coaches and Leaders 32:00 – Transformative Tip   Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links:Website: http://transformingbball.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbballInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketballFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball

    35 min

  6. JAN 7

    EP145: Coaching and Curiosity with Jon Yu

    In this episode, George is joined by Jon Yu to discuss various aspects of basketball coaching, focusing on the challenges faced by coaches, the importance of skill development versus technique, and the implementation of conceptual offense. They explore the dynamics of small-sided games, the significance of spacing and creating advantages, and share transformative tips for coaches to enhance their practice environments.   Chapters: 01:00 – Taking Over a Varsity Program with Limited Resources 03:30 – Installing Principles of Play with Limited Practice Time 05:30 – Building Buy-In, Competition, and Team Culture 07:00 – Rethinking Pass-and-Cut and Teaching Spacing 10:00 – Defense, Closeouts, and Playing the Percentages 11:30 – Skill vs. Technique in Player Development 14:30 – The Form Shooting Debate and Motor Learning 18:30 – Structure vs. Chaos in Conceptual Offense 21:30 – Sets, Triggers, and When to Break Structure 26:00 – Designing Small-Sided Games and Constraints 29:30 – Scouting, Predictability, and Offensive Adaptability 31:30 – Physicality, Shield Tag, and Managing “Bad Habits” 35:30 – Transformative Tip   Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links:Website: http://transformingbball.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbballInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketballFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball

    37 min

  7. 12/30/2025

    EP144: Rethinking Strength and Conditioning with Cole Hergott

    In this episode, George is joined by Cole Hergott, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Trinity Western University, to discuss innovative approaches to athlete recovery, training, and injury prevention, emphasizing the importance of mobility, constraints in training, and the role of relationships in coaching. He challenges traditional methods like icing for injuries and advocates for promoting blood flow and movement instead. Cole also highlights the significance of individualizing training using technology and fostering a positive team culture through accountability and engagement with athletes.   Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Cole Hergott and His Role at Trinity Western University 01:00 – Programming for Large Groups in Small Spaces 05:00 – Isometric and Eccentric Training Explained 08:00 – Applying Isometrics in Training and Practice 12:00 – Why Cole Is Anti-Icing 16:00 – Mobility as a Competitive Advantage in Basketball 17:30 – Constraint-Led Training in the Weight Room 19:30 – Moving Away from Olympic Lifts 22:00 – Game-Day Activation Circuits 26:00 – CNS Readiness and Injury Prevention 28:00 – Building Culture in the Weight Room 31:30 – Technology, Research, and Individualized Training 34:30 – Staying Current as a Coach 35:00 – Transformative Tip   Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links:Website: http://transformingbball.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbballInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketballFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball

    37 min

  8. 12/23/2025

    EP143: Value of Donor Sports and the Developmental Pyramid with Scott Peters

    In this episode, George dives into the concept of donor sports and how non-basketball activities can enhance on-court performance through transferable movement skills. He explores how coaches can creatively integrate donor sports into warm-ups and practice design to improve balance, decision-making, physicality, and perception–action coupling. The episode also features a conversation with Scott Peters, a youth basketball coach with 17yr experience- Vanguard Prep AAU, who introduces his developmental pyramid—a practical framework for balancing competitiveness with meaningful player development. Scott shares how structured rotations, thoughtful practice groupings, and consistency can help ensure all players continue to grow, not just the starters.    Chapters:00:00 – Introduction to Donor Sports and Player Development 02:00 – What Donor Sports Are and Why They Matter 03:45 – Repetition Without Repetition and Game-Realistic Context 05:00 – Favorite Donor Sport Games and Practice Applications 07:10 – Using Constraints to Develop Balance, Passing, and Physicality 09:00 – Wrestling, Contact Games, and Teaching Physicality Safely 10:00 – Introducing Scott Peters and the Developmental Pyramid 11:30 – Managing Playing Time While Staying Competitive 13:00 – Structuring Player Tiers and Rotations 14:45 – Applying the Pyramid in Practice Settings 15:45 – Creating Optimal Challenge and Balanced Groupings 16:45 – Transformative Tip     Level up your coaching with our Amazon Best Selling Book: https://amzn.to/3vO1Tc7Access tons more of evidence-based coaching resources: https://transformingbball.com/products/ Links:Website: http://transformingbball.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/transformbballInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformingbasketball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transformingbasketballFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformingbasketball/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transforming.basketball

    20 min
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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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  • Creator
    Transforming Basketball
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Copyright Sarama SportsGroup, Trading as Transforming Basketball
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    The Transforming Basketball Podcast

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