Podcast Episode 017: Avneet Brar, Vancouver Island University

Avneet Brar, Vancouver Island University

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For the first time we have an assistant coach on the show and his story is one that includes a strong love for the game and an incredible work ethic.

Today’s guest is Avneet Brar, the assistant coach of the Vancouver Island University men’s basketball team. Avneet also has his own business where he trains players and hosts youth basketball camps.

If you’re looking to get into coaching at the university level this is a great episode to listen to and get an understanding of what’s expected of you and how you much work is involved.

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Avneet Brar Topics

02:27  Avneet Brar shares his coaching journey and love of basketball.

03:52  Avneet explains his role as an assistant coach with VIU.

04:46  Avneet explains his role as an assistant with the Fraser Valley University.

05:47  Differences between training men’s basketball players vs women’s basketball players.

07:26  Benefits to filming individual workouts.

08:36  Coaching for the love of the game.

09:55  Working with successful and professional players.

10:53  Avneet Brar describes his experience as a guest coach with the Los Angeles Clippers.

11:42  Running youth basketball camps and giving kids an opportunity to grow and continue playing.

13:49  The ‘What, Why and How’ approach?

15:10  As an assistant, what information are you processing during a game to help your team?

18:27  Adaptability is a core skill that coaches need to be conscious of.

19:40  Basketball coaching mentors and a community of coaches sharing their time and knowledge.

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22:28  If you could spend one day as an assistant to any coach, past or present, in any sport, who would you choose?

22:38  Do you prefer watching film or on-court teaching?

22:44  You’re up three with five seconds left and your opponent has the ball, do you foul or let it play out?

22:52  What is your highest moment as a coach?

23:07  What is your proudest moment as a coach?

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