Marty Vosters is in his second season as a Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant Coach at the University of Akron. During the 2024 WNBA season, Marty served as the Head Video Coordinator for the LA Sparks under Head Coach Curt Miller.

Marty began his coaching journey at the University of Minnesota where he worked under Coach Lindsay Whalen as a student manager for the women’s basketball team.

On this episode Mike & Marty discuss valuable insights into the world of basketball coaching and player development. Marty emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with players, highlighting how a confident and resilient mindset is essential for success at the professional level. Drawing from his experiences with the LA Sparks, Marty discusses the stark differences between coaching in college and the WNBA, particularly in how players approach mistakes and learning. He reflects on the analytical side of coaching, detailing how data-driven insights can enhance player performance and decision-making. As he prepares for a more prominent role at Akron, Marty is excited to apply the lessons learned about fostering player autonomy and collaboration in the ever-evolving landscape of college basketball.

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Grab your notebook before you listen to this episode with Marty Vosters, Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant Coach at the University of Akron.

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