About this episode
1:56 - Introducing today's topic: Feedback (Chapter 4 of the CYBO book). 2:08 - What is effective feedback? 2:59 - In terms of feedback, does “guiding” imply that the athlete is guided to only one solution? Or is it more flexible? 3:36 - How can coaches determine if an athlete is ready to receive feedback? 5:45 - Are TV’s and other video playback devices valuable in giving effective feedback? 7:04 - Should athletes be intentionally directed to watch video feedback? Or should coaches put less emphasis on it? 8:25 - Should coaches direct athletes to certain aspects of technique in video playback? 10:22 - In John’s experience, have his players consistently requested feedback? 11:17 - In general, have the players that request feedback consistently demonstrated improvement? 11:54 - Dealing with athletes who constantly request feedback. 15:04 - Should coaches encourage their athletes to give each other feedback, and what does that look like? Specifically in terms of beach volleyball partners. 21:05 - Is it valuable to the player to have a fired up and encouraging coach? 24:08 - Giving “non-cognitive” affirmations at a constant rate. 27:04 - Balancing giving effective informative feedback while also being a lively coach. Books Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Contact us for bulk orders: coachyourbrainsout@gmail.com Become a Patron to support the show.