Talking Split

We welcome back Justin after a little bit of “time away” last week, and catch up on a wide range of topics such as the NBA Finals, Coach Attire & Etiquette, Tournament Preparation, Individual Training Sessions, and Coach Welfare. Mike is still inactive on Twitter, or is he actually very active and just setup a number of strategically placed “burner” accounts…

Hamish & Andy. Martin & Molloy. Jordan & Pippen. Batman & Robin. Stewie & Brian Griffin. The common link? They didn’t need a third wheel to get the job done, and this week Rob & Mike venture out minus Justin to the place Mike put on the map – Werribee. We catch up with U18 Vic Metro winning coach Reece Potter to discuss the week at AJC’s, his role as Player & Coach Deve...

Like all good coaches, we’ve been going over our chat with Eric Hollingsworth on last week’s podcast, and have come up with some new thoughts and ideas on how we structure our competition, our training sessions, and even what we teach to our junior athletes. Great interaction from the listeners on social media from last weeks podcast, and we discuss their thoughts also.

Back out on the mean streets of Moorabbin at Melbourne Utd HQ again, where the team chat to Melbourne United High Performance Manager Eric Hollingsworth about his time in basketball, and his experience as an athlete, coach, parent and observer over a number of years. The team discuss what a High Performance athlete really is, how to develop a mindset and culture to help them progress in their care...

We take a look back at the U18 Australian Junior Championships held in Geelong last week, see how the Victorian teams fared, and a look at the tournament as a whole. Mike got a 5 star review from his Air B&B from Shirley, Justin spent the week socialising (which is why there was no podcast last week), the results of the FIBA 3x3 Asia tournament and the Split, Kick & Extra returns.

A global approach this week as we hear about Mike’s experience in Germany, Justin’s qualifiers in China, Rob’s time in Wantirna Sth, and the learning that’s we can take from the different styles of game play at the international level. A quick preview of the AJC’s coming up in Geelong next week and the expectations on the Victorian squads.

It’s time to reward the listeners by giving them what they want – answers to their questions. Big thanks to everyone who took the time to send their questions and feedback in for the podcast. Huge shout out to all those that have been listening, leaving ratings and reviews, as well as sharing, liking, re-tweeting and spreading the word.  You’re making up for Czepil’s lack of activity on social med...

There are plenty of things that can go wrong in basketball, but the team put their heads together and come up with their 21 items that they feel can help you win basketball games. Some on court, some off court and by no means are they responsible if something doesn’t work! The Split, Kick & Extra is back, and Mike remains inactive on Twitter.

Rob & Mike review the first weekend of the NCAA tournament, check in to see how the brackets are going, and discuss the disappointment of Justin UNC being bundled out of the tournament.

Back on the road, the crew head out to Templestowe College to chat to Master Coach, Ian Stacker. Stacks takes them through his time in charge of the AIS, his NBL career, and the time he beat a range of NBA talent to win a gold medal with the Crocs. Mike gets incredibly passionate about his Kick, Justin tips the hat to a great send off, and we recognise some award winners at the BV awards this week...

This truly is the most wonderful time of the year – on the back of Selection Sunday, the Talking Split Bracket Challenge is up! Join in on the fun to win some prizes via this link: http://talkingsplit.mayhem.cbssports.com You’ll need to register and from there you can compete against the Talking Split crew and listeners to see who the ultimate champion is. If you are just trying to beat Justin, al...

This week we touch on NBL Coach of the Year Dean Vickerman, the FIBA Qualifiers series, and focus on the use of data and analytics in basketball, how you can use it to help your team and some resources you can use. Justin is torn between Moneyball and Superbad as his favourite Jonah Hill movie and Mike throws out the challenge to get him active on Twitter. Mike Czepil Tweet Tracker: Zero activity

The crew are off-site this week at Melbourne United HQ where they catch up with Head Coach Dean Vickerman and discuss his coaching pathway all the way from the Warragul Gladiators to the NBL leading Melbourne United Basketball Club. We look over what he values, what works for him, and any advice he has for aspiring coaches in the pathway. The Split, Kick & Extra returns, seeking a sponsor. Mik...

The world has come a long way since the days of literally cutting up pieces of tape, and the team gets into the world of video technology and how you can use it to help your teams, especially with the defender that never claims to be at fault…

This week the team look into how to manage court time, starters, substitutions and give some advice on how to keep the relationship strong with parents and players. For the second half of the podcast Ian Dunican speaks about all things sleep, how to get it, what happens when you don’t, and how to live a healthy lifestyle with it! New segment also features, The Split, The Kick & The Extra.

MJ announced his return via a fax machine and the words “I’m back”. Thankfully technology has moved on a bit since then, and we can download straight to your mobile! The team are back to discuss what’s been going on over the holiday period in the High Performance world, and how coaches can better prepare their athletes for when they’re looking to make the jump. Also a “massive” new segment inspire...

It’s Holidays time and the crew discuss what coaches can do over the break, and how to make sure they keep in touch with the game for when they are back on court. Also, how to get some downtime! Basketball Australia’s Head of High Performance Coach Development, Peter Lonergan, joins us for the second half of the podcast to discuss coaching pathways and what makes good coach, well, good.

This week on Talking Split we discuss Game Coaching Strategy and look at some of the situations you can manage in game - they’re just ideas, we aren’t responsible if you try something we suggest and it doesn’t work! Nima Sobhani, Head Coach of Helping Hoops Futures joins us for the shot clock segment. Bill Mildenhall joins us from the Technical Officials Department to discuss the new rules being i...

Defence – not just something used to keep the pesky neighbours kids off the lawn. This week we talk defensive philosophy and what matters to coaches. What makes a good individual defender, what do you value as a coach, what are some of the ways to guard different situations you may see in your games. Brad White, Head Coach of Knox U14-2 boys joins us for the Shot Clock. Lastly, the best of the aud...

This week on Talking Split we are discussing Offensive systems for athlete skill development, what you teach, why you teach it, and how it benefits the players long term ability to play the game – thanks to Coach Clinton for the email in! U14 Dandenong Rangers Boys Coach – Nick Mihai joins us for our Shot Clock segment. We head down to The Shark Tank to speak to Southern Peninsula Director or Coac...

Our topic this week is practice! We talkin' bout practice! Coaches Rob Coulter, Justin Schueller and Mike Czepil speak about planning for sessions, while the team also check in with Helping Hoops founder Adam McKay to speak about how they use basketball to allow those less fortunate to flourish off the court.

The Blue Hoops Coaching team jump back into the studio to discuss different Coaching Values and how that can impact your team not only on the floor, but off the floor. It's one of the biggest aspects of your coaching career so it's certainly one not to miss! We also catch up with special guest this week former Australian Opal Hanna Zavecz, who speaks about Human Nutrition and Food.

Basketball Victoria's Blue Hoops Coaching Pod continues its series with Episode Two as Coaching Development Officer Rob Coulter, alongside High Performance Coaches Mike Czepil (Metro) and Justin Schueller (Country) speak about the techniques and mechanics of shooting. The boys also chat with special guest Durham McInnis from Core Advantage, who is also the Athletic Development Manager at Basketbal...

Basketball Victoria's Blue Hoops Podcast has arrived! In Episode One, the team consisting of Rob Coulter (BV's Coach Development Officer), Mike Czepil (High Performance Coach, Metro) and Justin Schueller (High Performance Coach, Country) discuss the surroundings of Team Selection.