In this conversation, Cliff Spiller (@cliffspillercscs), the Director of Strength and Conditioning for Men's Basketball at the University of Oregon, shares his extensive experience in the basketball and strength conditioning fields. He discusses the transition from professional to college basketball, the importance of developing professional habits in athletes, and the challenges of adapting to new roster dynamics in college sports. Cliff emphasizes the significance of individualized training programs, the impact of the NIL landscape, and the necessity of building strong relationships with athletes. He also provides valuable advice for aspiring strength coaches and shares insights from his new project, Elite Basketball Insights (https://www.elitebasketballinsights.com/).

REAL TALK:

🏀 Navigating the transition from professional to college basketball requires different coaching strategies to the same approach.

• 💼 Developing professional habits in athletes is crucial for their success no matter the level.

• 🧠 Individualized training programs are essential for athlete development - but how much individualization is necessary.

• 💰 The NIL landscape has changed the dynamics of college sports significantly.

• 🤝 Building relationships with athletes enhances their training experience - but what's the best approach?

• 🩺 Screening and assessment techniques are vital for understanding athlete needs.

• ⚖️ The integration of traditional and modern training methods is necessary for optimal performance - learn how..

  
  

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