Mini-Pod - Teaching vs Coaching

Mini-Pod - Teaching vs Coaching

Author: NBA Shooting Coach Dave Love May 24, 2024 Duration: 12:00

There is a difference between teaching and coaching. Matt and I spend this frantic mini-pod talking about the difference.

It's something I talk about at the beginning of my youth clinics. I tell the kids that they aren't going become better shooters that day. That day isn't really about Coaching, it's about Teaching.

Spend this 12min mini-pod hearing our thoughts on the topic.


The art and science of a perfect jump shot is dissected on The Coach Dave Love Podcast. NBA Shooting Coach Dave Love moves beyond generic tips, partnering with host Matt Robertson to break down the evidence-based mechanics and mental frameworks that separate good shooters from great ones. This isn't just theory; it's practical knowledge drawn directly from the highest levels of the game. Conversations with a rotating roster of guests explore the nuanced realities of shooting development, from foundational footwork to the psychology of consistency under pressure. Each episode serves as a deep dive into the craft, offering listeners a unique blend of technical analysis and broader philosophical discussions about improvement. Whether you're a player, coach, or simply fascinated by basketball's most celebrated skill, this podcast provides a rare look inside the meticulous process of building a reliable shot. You'll hear Dave Love's firsthand insights, making complex concepts accessible and immediately applicable. The dialogue is grounded in real-world application, ensuring every discussion translates to tangible understanding on the court. Tune in for a thoughtful and detailed exploration of what it truly takes to master basketball's most essential skill.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 72

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Shooting Consultant - What the job looks like. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Creating Drills and Designing Workouts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:32
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A Shooting Coach for your High-School Program [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:20
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Eps 7 - Form Shooting Drills [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:13
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Eps 6 - Guide Hand Placement and more, with Bryce Simon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:46
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Eps 5 - My Shooting Non-Negotiables [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:13
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Eps 4 - Gonzaga's Nick Sullivan has some shooting questions... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:46
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Eps 3 - Guiding Questions with Nelson Terroba [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:56
Nelson Terroba has been a Head Coach at various levels including the CEBL and an Assistant Coach in the NBA G-League. He joins Dave and Matt for a conversation about how to use questions to accelerate player's learning.
Eps 2 - The words we use... Internal and External Cues [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:25
The words we use in our explanations are critical to getting new skills to transfer to game situations. In this episode, host Matt Robertson and I discuss what Internal and External Cues are, and the process that I use w…
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Duration: 41:51
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