Ep 10: Adam Petway - Needs Analysis and Change of Direction Testing

About this episode

Adam Petway discusses his career in basketball performance and his research on change of direction testing.

Adam is the Executive Director of Player Health and Performance for the Seahorses Mikawa in Japan's B League. He shares his career journey, which took him from the high school, collegiate, NBA, and now overseas. The discussion covers his approach to entering and leading a new department (with a language barrier). We also delve into his research on change of direction performance in basketball athletes, the methodologies involved, and the implications of these findings on training and performance. Additionally, we discuss the integration of biomechanical and tactical insights into coaching, the role of technology in performance analysis, and his book 'Basketball Mechanics,' which examines the key factors in the games' top performers. The conversation provides valuable insights for anyone interested in sports performance, biomechanics, and basketball coaching. 00:15 Adjusting to Life in Japan 03:50 Establishing Leadership in a New Role 07:26 Career Journey and Passion Projects 09:48 Research on Change of Direction Performance 26:43 Developing a Needs Analysis for the Team 31:03 Key Performance Tests for Basketball Players 39:44 Understanding Asymmetries in Athletic Performance…

People in this episode

Guest: Adam Petway

Topics covered

• Player Health and Performance
• Change of Direction Testing
• Basketball Coaching
• Biomechanics
• Sports Performance

Keywords

• Seahorses Mikawa
• B League
• performance analysis
• Basketball Mechanics

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Basketball Mechanics

Books & works: Basketball Mechanics

Places: Japan

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