Strobe Goggles and Socks with Alex Sarama

About this episode

Portland Fire coach Alex Sarama discusses his team's strong start and coaching philosophy with Sarah Spain.

Portland Fire coach Alex Sarama joins Sarah to discuss the team’s strong start to its inaugural season, why he’s ready for this moment despite being the youngest coach in the WNBA, and the reaction he gets when he tells his athletes to take off their shoes and take shots in socks. The reigning WNBA Coach of the Month also shares how his constraints-led approach impacts everything from planning practices to pre-game rituals. Plus, Father’s Day gifts that don’t suck.

People in this episode

Host: Sarah Spain

Guest: Alex Sarama

Topics covered

• WNBA
• coaching
• sports
• team performance
• Father's Day gifts

Keywords

• Alex Sarama
• Portland Fire
• WNBA
• coaching
• Father's Day gifts
• sports
• team performance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Portland Fire, WNBA

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