Seems like only yesterday that clubs were calling for coaching applications, but here we are again! We discuss how to work out which team to apply for, how to balance out your progression and what an interview might look like, and more importantly, how to be prepared for one!

S8 Ep14: Coaching Applications

Bill Mildenhall

Oil and Water, long two’s and winning games, referees and coaches. Some things just traditionally haven’t mixed well together over the years, so we dive a little bit deeper into how we can make a change as a coaching fraternity, to help bridge that gap.   We are joined by the man that is widely regarded as the best official Australia has produced, and who has done more for officiating in the country than anyone ever has or ever will - Bill Mildenhall. Bill takes as through what it’s like as a referee, and how we can find a better way to have a better experience for all involved. And some standard Mildenhall stories along the way!

Oil and Water, long two’s and winning games, referees and coaches. Some things just traditionally haven’t mixed well together over the years, so we dive a little bit deeper into how we can make a change as a coaching fraternity, to help bridge that gap.  We are joined by the man that is widely regarded as the best official Australia has produced, and who has done more for officiating in the country than anyone ever has or ever will - Bill Mildenhall. Bill takes as through what it’s like as a referee, and how we can find a better way to have a better experience for all involved. And some standard Mildenhall stories along the way!

S8 Ep13: Coaches & Officials with Bill Mildenhall

Back again this week, where we get another of our volunteer coach shout outs (send those in if there is a coach you want to thank), and we discuss how we can look at recruiting, retaining and developing the coaches we have volunteering their time in the sport. Some advice for coaches on their behaviour and expectations, some advice for coordinators, some advice for parents, and some advice for administrators in this podcast.

S8 Ep12: Coach Expectations

One of the biggest things to remember as a coach, is that we coach the person and not the sport, and a lot of time where we break down is when delivering to our players. We look at how to make sure it’s not too confronting for our players, and how we receive feedback as a coach – we aren’t immune to receiving it ourselves as coaches!

S8 Ep11: Feedback, not the audio kind

We all know that basketball is the greatest sport in the world – it’s why we do it! But we do need to remember we are coaching people, and not the sport, so we know our players will have a heap of different interests. We discuss early specialisation, other sports and how they can relate to basketball, and why we don’t need to fear our players leaving Basketball to play them – our sport helps them more than any other!

S8 Ep10: Multi Sport Athletes

Only big-time people get 2 runs on the podcast, and Kelsey Griffin is about as big time as they come! Kelsey returns to the podcast to talk through her career as a player, where she has enjoyed countless levels of success. Kelsey talks about how she likes to be coached, what she looks for in coaches, and Zoe puts her under the pump about getting involved with a Country Vic State team!  Apologies to everyone, and especially Kelsey for the audio quality on this one, will be fixed on the next podcast we promise!

Only big-time people get 2 runs on the podcast, and Kelsey Griffin is about as big time as they come! Kelsey returns to the podcast to talk through her career as a player, where she has enjoyed countless levels of success. Kelsey talks about how she likes to be coached, what she looks for in coaches, and Zoe puts her under the pump about getting involved with a Country Vic State team!  Apologies to everyone, and especially Kelsey for the audio quality on this one, will be fixed on the next podcast we promise!

S8 Ep9: Don't Call It A Comeback, She's Never Leaving

Some people love doing it, some try their best to avoid the role, but the role of a Director of Coaching or Coaching Coordinator is one that a good deal of people don’t know much about until they have to do it themselves! We explore how to do the role whilst potentially juggling a job, how to find coaches, having consistency throughout a program and the balance of on court and admin work.

S8 Ep8: Coaching Coordinators

Where would we be without the trusty assistant coaches? We explore how to find a good one, how to work with your assistants, roles and tasks for games and training, and who is responsible for getting the chair at the break!

S8 Ep7: Assistant Coaches

It woudn’t be a long weekend without basketball, and the Labour Day long weekend is home to the U16 Combine, with nearly 100 of the best athletes from around the state vying for a position in the Country and Metro teams. We check in with Dom Linossier (U16 Metro Men) and Mat Holmes (U16 Country Women) to talk through the difficulty in selecting a team, what they’re looking for, how they get everyone’s opinion, and their mindset coming into a big weekend of basketball!

S8 Ep6: The U16 State Combine

Everyone’s favourite podcast segment is back with 2 new contestants – Would You Rather? We throw a range of questions at the newly returned Jenni and Coops and discuss Jenni’s alter ego chess master skills, and Coops love for the move Father of the Bride. It took some weird turns this week.

S8 Ep5: S8 E5 - Would You Rather?

Talking Split is a podcast developed by Basketball Victoria, aimed at coaches who want to learn more about the game, as well as develop their skills as coaches and leaders.Headed by Basketball Victoria Coach Development Officer Rob Coulter, he is joined by Basketball Victoria's High Performance Coaches and specials guests each and every week to dissect the world of coaching.

Talking Split is a podcast developed by Basketball Victoria, aimed at coaches who want to learn more about the game, as well as develop their skills as coaches and leaders. Headed by Basketball Victoria Coach Development Officer Rob Coulter, he is joined by Basketball Victoria's High Performance Coaches and specials guests each and every week to dissect the world of coaching.

Talking Split

We head out to speak to Dr.Bridie O'Donnell from Change Our Game about the work her department is doing and what more can be done to encourage female participation in the coaching landscape.   Talking Split then talks to a special panel of guests - Dr.Julia Walsh (Deakin University), Megan Moody (BVC &amp; Bendigo) and Zoe Carr (Knox Raiders), about their experiences in coaching and the pathways they've taken to get to this stage in their coaching.

We head out to speak to Dr.Bridie O'Donnell from Change Our Game about the work her department is doing and what more can be done to encourage female participation in the coaching landscape. Talking Split then talks to a special panel of guests - Dr.Julia Walsh (Deakin University), Megan Moody (BVC &amp; Bendigo) and Zoe Carr (Knox Raiders), about their experiences in coaching and the pathways they've taken to get to this stage in their coaching.

S4 Ep9: Talking Split S4 E9 - Females in Coaching

Kelsey Griffin

With Justin still away, we’ve searched far and wide for a suitable replacement. Look no further, than Cki Porter the work experience student. Cki came loaded with research previously unmatched on the Talking Split podcast and brought a level of professionalism that Justin will struggle to live up to upon his return. If he returns… Australian Opal, Canberra Capital and beloved Bendigo-arian (not sure if that’s a word, it means people from Bendigo if there’s any confusion), Kelsey Griffin phones in and takes us through her journey to Australia, her experience in College &amp; the WNBA, and what she values in coaches that she has had over her career.

With Justin still away, we’ve searched far and wide for a suitable replacement. Look no further, than Cki Porter the work experience student. Cki came loaded with research previously unmatched on the Talking Split podcast and brought a level of professionalism that Justin will struggle to live up to upon his return. If he returns… Australian Opal, Canberra Capital and beloved Bendigo-arian (not sure if that’s a word, it means people from Bendigo if there’s any confusion), Kelsey Griffin phones in and takes us through her journey to Australia, her experience in College &amp; the WNBA, and what she values in coaches that she has had over her career.

S3 Ep10: Australian Opal, Canberra Capital and beloved Bendigo-arian Kelsey Griffin

Gerard Hillier

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 Coaching, and BVC U18 Girls Head Coach Gerard Hillier about his coaching pathway and to recap what he’s learned whilst being a Head Coach in the program, that included winning a gold medal at the U18 AJC’s this year.

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 Coaching, and BVC U18 Girls Head Coach Gerard Hillier about his coaching pathway and to recap what he’s learned whilst being a Head Coach in the program, that included winning a gold medal at the U18 AJC’s this year.

S1 Ep5: Offensive Systems and guest Gerard Hillier

Eric Hollingsworth

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 career, and also some things that coaches can do better to help players expand their fundamental skill base and decision making.

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 career, and also some things that coaches can do better to help players expand their fundamental skill base and decision making.

S3 Ep3: Melbourne United High Performance Manager Eric Hollingsworth

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&amp;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 &amp; Extra returns.

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&amp;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 &amp; Extra returns.

S3 Ep2: Australian Junior Championship Review

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…

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…

S2 Ep3: Video Killed the Lazy Defender

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 &amp; Extra is back, and Mike remains inactive on Twitter.

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 &amp; Extra is back, and Mike remains inactive on Twitter.

S2 Ep9: There are 99 problems, but these 21 aren't some

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 &amp; The Extra.

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 &amp; The Extra.

S2 Ep2: Managing Court Time and Sleep

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.

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.

S3 Ep1: Can Pod, Can't do Geography

We've doubled down this week and after looking at the Perfect Athlete last week... we set our sights on at what traits would make the Perfect Coach for athletes, with a few real world examples along the way. There are a lot of things all coaches can work on in their own time that can help themselves and their athletes in the future.

We've doubled down this week and after looking at the Perfect Athlete last week... we set our sights on at what traits would make the Perfect Coach for athletes, with a few real world examples along the way. There are a lot of things all coaches can work on in their own time that can help themselves and their athletes in the future.

S4 Ep6: What makes the Perfect Coach? 

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 implemented over the next year and to discuss the impact that it will have on the coaches around Australia. Link to the new travel rule video is here: http://vbra.basketball.net.au/2017/11/14/new-fiba-travel-interpretation-video/

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 implemented over the next year and to discuss the impact that it will have on the coaches around Australia. Link to the new travel rule video is here: <a href="http://vbra.basketball.net.au/2017/11/14/new-fiba-travel-interpretation-video/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://vbra.basketball.net.au/2017/11/14/new-fiba-travel-interpretation-video/</a>

S1 Ep7: Game Coaching Strategy & New FIBA rules

Fresh off some social media posts with "player development" concepts, the team go over their thoughts on what player development looks like for our junior athletes, and what training sessions should be made up of. Mike sends out a call to arms for junior competitions, and we congratulate our former co-host Justin on his appointment with the U15 Australian Men. We are on a break for school holidays, and there might be some big changes when we return...

Fresh off some social media posts with "player development" concepts, the team go over their thoughts on what player development looks like for our junior athletes, and what training sessions should be made up of. Mike sends out a call to arms for junior competitions, and we congratulate our former co-host Justin on his appointment with the U15 Australian Men. We are on a break for school holidays, and there might be some big changes when we return...

S4 Ep8: Talking Split S4 E8 - Player Development

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 media. And we appreciate it. We will be back soon with the next instalments of the podcast!

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 media. And we appreciate it. We will be back soon with the next instalments of the podcast!

S2 Ep10: Mailing It In

Adam McKay

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.

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.

S1 Ep4: Session Planning & Guest Adam McKay (from Helping Hoops)

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 &amp; 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…

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 &amp; 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…

S3 Ep6: Mid Season Review and the NBA Finals

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 &amp; Extra returns, seeking a sponsor. 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 &amp; Extra returns, seeking a sponsor. Mike Czepil Tweet Tracker: Zero activity.

S2 Ep4: You Da Vicker-man

With Justin on location in Argentina investigating what’s going on with their soccer team, Rob &amp; Mike chat with Dr. Julia Walsh, Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching at Deakin University, and look at her background in coaching, and also her work done in the Intellectual Disability space where she is the Head Coach of the Australian Boomerangs. We revisit some of the proposed rule changes from last week, and Mike has some fun facts about Argentina. The question is, will Justin be getting Botox whilst away?

With Justin on location in Argentina investigating what’s going on with their soccer team, Rob &amp; Mike chat with Dr. Julia Walsh, Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching at Deakin University, and look at her background in coaching, and also her work done in the Intellectual Disability space where she is the Head Coach of the Australian Boomerangs. We revisit some of the proposed rule changes from last week, and Mike has some fun facts about Argentina. The question is, will Justin be getting Botox whilst away?

S3 Ep9: Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching at Deakin, Dr. Julia Walsh

Hanna Zavecz

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. 

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.

S1 Ep3: Blue Hoops Pod - Coaching Values & guest Hanna Zavecz

The news that shook the basketballing world dropped this week, with Justin announcing the worlds worst kept secret – that he’s off to Melbourne United as their new Assistant Coach. Whilst we wish Justin well, but do have to ask the question, where can we get someone that shows the same level of commitment and professionalism to the podcast as him? Not talking into the mic and leaning back in the chair can't be done by just anyone! It's that time of the year, where coaches start applying for positions, and this week we discuss coaching job interviews, and resources to help with your coaching development.

The news that shook the basketballing world dropped this week, with Justin announcing the worlds worst kept secret – that he’s off to Melbourne United as their new Assistant Coach. Whilst we wish Justin well, but do have to ask the question, where can we get someone that shows the same level of commitment and professionalism to the podcast as him? Not talking into the mic and leaning back in the chair can't be done by just anyone! It's that time of the year, where coaches start applying for positions, and this week we discuss coaching job interviews, and resources to help with your coaching development.

S4 Ep2: Currently Seeking Applications

The Talking Split team recap Justin’s Green &amp; Gold experience in Argentina, the Navy Blue and white performances at U16 Nationals, the Orange &amp; Blue of the U12 Showcase, whilst Rob &amp; Mike venture out to Dr.Grant Blashki from Beyond Blue to talk about mental health, and some of the tools available to coaches to help the athletes, and also themselves.  If you or anyone you know needs any help or support with their mental health, you can contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

The Talking Split team recap Justin’s Green &amp; Gold experience in Argentina, the Navy Blue and white performances at U16 Nationals, the Orange &amp; Blue of the U12 Showcase, whilst Rob &amp; Mike venture out to Dr.Grant Blashki from Beyond Blue to talk about mental health, and some of the tools available to coaches to help the athletes, and also themselves.  If you or anyone you know needs any help or support with their mental health, you can contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

S4 Ep1: All the colours of the rainbow & Dr. Grant Blashki

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