Description

Dr. Pete Van Mullen joins Rob to explore the intersection of coaching, teaching, and long-term retention. A former college basketball coach turned professor, Pete shares insights from his research on coach support systems, readiness assessments, and why teaching skills are essential for coaching success. The conversation offers practical takeaways for administrators and coaches looking to build sustainable, growth-centered programs.

Topics include:

• Building coach support systems
• Assessing coach readiness and development
• The role of teaching in effective coaching
• Rethinking “winning” in youth and high school sports

Books from the Impactful Coaching Project:

• Coaching and Leading the 21st Century Athlete
• Athletic Department Leadership and Developing Coaches
•  → Available on Amazon: Visit Rob Ramseyer's Author Page

Listen & Subscribe:

impactfulcoachingproject.substack.com

beyondcoaching.alitu.com (Spotify & Apple links)

Learn more about Pete’s work at Sport Coach America.