In this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast, host Justin welcomes Jarrod Moore, the Coach Development Manager at Basketball New South Wales. Jarrod shares his journey from playing high school basketball in Sydney to becoming a prominent figure in the Australian basketball community. He discusses the unique structure of Australian basketball, including the role of associations and the differences between the club and school systems. Jarrod also delves into his coaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, emotional stability, and effort. Tune in to hear valuable insights on coaching, the growth of basketball in Australia, and what it takes to develop young talent.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:35 Jarrod Moore's Coaching Journey
04:22 Australian Basketball Structure
09:08 School Sports in Australia
12:26 Pro Basketball Pathways
17:00 Coaching Development Insights
26:16 The Importance of Authenticity in Coaching
26:59 Learning from Coaching Legends
30:25 The Hardest Thing to Teach in Sports
33:40 Balancing Empathy and Discipline
41:15 The Value of Boredom in Training
45:13 Be Bold and Courageous
