Wheelchair Basketball and Beyond: Jamie O'Loughlin’s Coaching Philosophy
Join us on the Contacts coaching podcast for a deep dive into the world of basketball coaching with Jamie O'Loughlin, head basketball coach at Western Australia Institute of Sports wheelchair team. Jamie shares his journey from coaching youth teams to heading state and wheelchair programs. Explore the Australian system of basketball development, innovative coaching methods, and the significance of adapting teaching strategies. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or sports enthusiast, Jamie's unique insights and experiences offer invaluable lessons on coaching, team building, and athlete development.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:41 Coach Jamie O'Loughlin's Coaching Journey
06:00 Basketball Development in Australia
11:43 Coaching Philosophy and Strategies
13:37 Handling Difficult Conversations
14:08 Role Clarity and Collaboration
15:23 Evaluating and Selecting Players
21:05 Innovative Coaching Techniques
26:37 The Challenge of Coaching Constraints
28:46 Defining and Implementing Constraints
30:50 Encouraging Exploration and Confidence
32:34 Balancing Roles and Growth
37:52 Building Intentional Culture
44:20 Evolving Coaching Mindsets
47:34 Comparing Coaching Cultures
