In this conversation, Coach Brendan Suhr is joined by Chris Oliver who discusses the innovative 'games approach' to coaching basketball, emphasizing the importance of decision-making and player development. He reflects on his journey in coaching, the evolution of coaching mindsets, and the necessity of creating practice environments that mirror real-game situations.

This conversation highlights the shift from traditional drill-based practices to more dynamic, decision-focused training methods that enhance players' basketball IQ and overall performance. They also discuss the shift from traditional drill-based training to game-based learning, highlighting the significance of decision-making and environmental factors in player development.

All that and more on episode 298 of the Coaching U Podcast presented by Noah Basketball!

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