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.

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Guest: Alan Keane

• Great Britain Basketball U20 National Team Head Coach

• Co-Founder of MVMT Sports

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Guest’s Social Links: https://x.com/CoachKeane14 | https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-keane-00b40221/?originalSubdomain=uk

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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