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The Vision Driven Basketball Training Podcast

Ethan Khozawww.buzzsprout.com
Are you ready to improve your confidence, basketball IQ, mental toughness, and finally become the high level basketball player you want to be? Each week, Coach Ethan brings you the best tips, mindsets, and training advice that will take your game to the next level. Legendary college basketball Coach Bob Knight said himself that "mental toughness is to physical toughness as 4 is to 1." The importance of the mental side of the game of basketball cannot be overstated. That is why this podcast is dedicated to developing the minds of players all around the world! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review. The Vision Driven Basketball Podcast breaks it all down with a new episode each and every week!
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Episodes

How You Should Be Training In-Season (And Why It's So Important)

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer When winter gets here and the season rolls around, the training shift goes from prioritizing learning to maximizing your immediate performance. It's important that you mentally make this shift so that you maximize the work you just spent all off-season putting in. In this episode I go through why in-season training is important and how you can go about it in a productive and...

Nov 14, 202126 min

Why The Way You View Success As A Hooper Is Probably Hurting You (And How You Can Change It)

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer The way you view and measure success can make or break your development and overall impact you have as a player. In this episode, I go through the best way to view success so that you can develop at an accelerated rate and ultimately increase your capacity to perform on the court when game time comes. If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the ...

Nov 09, 202116 min

Why You Should Look Worse In Workouts If You Want To Look Better In Games

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer Workouts and games are two different things. And because of that, your goal with each should not be the same. The issue is that many players and trainers don't understand this concept and because of that limit the long term learning and in game potential when it comes to their own game or their players. In this episode, we talk about short term performance vs. long term lear...

Nov 01, 202124 min

Why Stress Can Ruin You As A Basketball Player (And How To Deal With It)

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer As an athlete, you likely put a lot stress on your body with workouts, games, and all of the physical activities that are required. This is normal stress and can be good stress, unless you experience too much of it OR it's combined with too much off the court stress (mental stress, emotional stress, etc.) and if you are overstressed, not only are you more susceptible to inju...

Oct 24, 202127 min

Developing Skills, IQ, and Athleticism, Thriving In Your Role, and More with Danny Metser (@dmhoops)

In this episode, I'm excited to have Danny Metser (@dmhoops) join me as we go through a huge slate of topics. We discuss how to develop the whole basketball player, from not just a skills perspective but also from an athleticism/performance perspective, an IQ and mentality perspective, and a psychological point of view. We also talk about some ways that plyers can establish themselves on their team and set themselves up to help their team win and be able to expand their role as well by earning t...

Oct 17, 20211 hr 24 min

My 3 Biggest Takeaways From The Mastery Hoops Player Development Conference

In this episode I go through my 3 biggest takeaways from the Mastery Hoops Player Development Conference in Miami 2021. This conference featured some of the most successful trainers in the industry including Drew Hanlen (Pure Sweat Basketball), Devin Williams (In The Lab), Micah Lancaster (I'm Possible Training), Tim Martin, Mike G, Paul Fabritz (PJF Performance), Coleman Ayers (By Any Means Basketball), and Tyler Leclerc (TJL Training). It was an absolutely incredible experience and these 3 tak...

Oct 06, 202139 min

The BEST Players Are Also The BEST Learners

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer Your ability to learn will directly lead to how great of a player you can become and how high your ceiling will be. But it will also translate to how successful you can be OFF the court as well. As important as it is to become a better player, you HAVE to make sure you are focusing on improving your ability to learn. In this episode we talk about exactly how you can do that ...

Sep 26, 202125 min

The Four Steps To Making The Team - Basketball Tryouts

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer Tryouts are a stressful time for a lot of players and it's important that you approach them the right way. In this episode, I'll go through four steps to take at tryouts to maximize your success and give yourself the best chance at making the team! If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! Instagram: https://www.in...

Sep 19, 202126 min

What Should You Be Thinking About While Playing?

Join The Perimeter Scorer System Today: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/join-the-perimeter-scorer-system-2 Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer In this episode, I'll go through exactly what you should be focused on while playing. I'll also go through a few key points to getting yourself in the zone, staying present, and ultimately playing at your highest potential! If you have any questions or topics that you...

Sep 12, 202120 min

Is "Getting Shots Up" A Waste of Time? (Block Training vs. Random Training)

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer In the basketball training industry today, the big focus in on game-like training, variability, and randomness. Sometimes this may comes across as if getting normal reps in is actually a waste of time. In this episode, I'll dive into how you should approach your training, find the right balance of block training vs. random training, and ultimately get the best results possib...

Sep 05, 202118 min

Mirror Neurons and Basketball: How To Improve Twice As Fast

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer There is a lot more to the game of basketball than just the physical side of things. Treating every rep like it's yours allows you to make the most of the incredible ability that our brain's have to learn vicariously. If you start to approach film study and practice/workouts with these ideas in mind, you'll start to improve at a very rapid rate. If you have any questions or ...

Aug 29, 202123 min

3 MAJOR Mistakes That Will Hold You Back As A Player

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer There are so many aspects to being a great basketball player. In this episode, we go over 3 aspects that can make you or break you as a player and if you don't take are of these, it will prevent you from becoming as good as you can possibly be. If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! Instagram: https://www.instag...

Aug 22, 202134 min

How Many Times Do You Need To Workout Each Day?

Click the link below to get my free Elite Shooting Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/get-the-free-elite-shooter-workout How many times do I need to workout each day? That's a question I get a lot. In today's episode, we'll go through what your workouts should look like and how often you need to work out in order to maximize your development. If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiond...

Aug 15, 202119 min

Gabe Macias (@gametimeelitetraining) on Smart Work vs. Hard Work, Advice for Players and Trainers, Business Advice, and More

In this episode, Gabe Macias from Game Time Elite Training joins me on the podcast! We cover a ton of topics including the dangers of overworking, the best ways for players to train by themselves, why it's important to avoid social media comparison, advice for trainers on improving themselves and building a business, and much more! Give my guy Gabe a follow on Instagram! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gametimeelitetraining/ If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about...

Aug 08, 202156 min

Why You Shouldn't Just Practice "Game Shots"

Click the link below to get my free Elite Shooting Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/get-the-free-elite-shooter-workout Coaches and trainers constantly push the idea of practicing game shots. While important, it's certainly not the only type of shooting you should be doing in your workouts if you truly want to become a great shooter. In this episode, we discuss why exactly you should be shooting more "non-game shots" in your workouts. If you have any questions or topics that you want me...

Aug 01, 202123 min

The Biggest Key To Your Success - Failure and Adversity

Click the link below to get my FREE Decision Making Training Step-by-Step Checklist: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/decision-making-checklist In this episode, we talk about failure, adversity, bad games, and why all of those things can help you become as great as you can possibly be. If you make this mindset shift, you'll be able to put yourself in a position to maximize your abilities on the court and have true FUN and freedom playing the game. If you have any questions or topics that you wa...

Jul 25, 202125 min

How I Became A Trainer, Creating Quality Workouts and How To Train By Yourself (Q&A Podcast)

Click the link below to get my FREE Decision Making Training Step-by-Step Checklist: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/decision-making-checklist In this episode, I answer your questions! We talk about why and how I became a trainer and a coach, how to create quality workouts, how to train by yourself, the NBA Finals and the Olympics, the best advice I've ever gotten, and more! If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! Instagram: https:...

Jul 19, 202148 min

How To Eliminate Overthinking On The Court

Join The Perimeter Scorer System Today: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/join-the-perimeter-scorer-system-2 Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer Overthinking can derail you as a basketball player. In this episode, I'll go through both the mental and physical keys to overcoming overthinking so that you can play to your full potential on the court and have fun while you do it! If you have any questions or topics...

Jul 11, 202119 min

The BEST Basketball Players Are The BEST Problem Solvers

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer If your goal is to make the varsity team, play college basketball, become a starter, or even just reach your highest potential as a basketball player, you NEED to become a problem solver. The best basketball players are also the best problem solvers. As important as it is to work on your basketball skills, it's equally important to train your ability to be a problem solver. ...

Jul 04, 202117 min

What It Takes To Make It To The College Level

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer The numbers are not in your favor. There's a lot of players trying to get to the next level and there's not a lot of open spots. That's what you have to understand when it comes to making it to the college level. In this episode, I go through exactly what it takes to make it to the next level, what you need to be focusing on, and how you can know where you stand. If you have...

Jun 28, 202122 min

How To Reach Your Full Potential As A Player - Becoming A True Competitor

Click the link below to get my FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan...when we think of those two we think of two of the best competitors to ever play the game. And rightly so. But what makes them such great competitors? And how is competition the key to you reaching your highest potential as a basketball player. In this episode, we go through exactly how you can become a elite competitor and use that to become ...

Jun 20, 202120 min

Why You Aren't Seeing Results Right Away

Register for The Decision Making and Elite Skills Camp! (Limited spots!): https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/decision-making-elite-skills-clinic-summer-2021 Progress is not linear. That's a major point you have to remember. In this episode, we talk about what it truly means to make progress towards your goals and I give you 4 tips to accelerate your progress and develop the mindset of a successful player. If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on ...

Jun 13, 202117 min

The Skill You Don't Train Enough: Adaptability

Register for The Decision Making and Elite Skills Camp! (Limited spots!): https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/decision-making-elite-skills-clinic-summer-2021 Being adaptable is the most important trait when it comes to transferring your skills into real games. In this episode, we go over how to train adaptability, both by yourself and with others, so that you can get better results on the court. If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! ...

Jun 06, 202124 min

The 3 Steps To Maximizing Your Off-Season

Online Training Programs: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/store June is quickly approaching us and the off-season is in full swing. In this episode, I'll go through 3 steps to maximize your off-season so that you see major results when the season rolls around! If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visio...

May 30, 202136 min

Why You Outwork Your Teammates and They Still Play Better Than You

Click the link below to get my FREE Decision Making Training Step-by-Step Checklist: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/decision-making-checklist Hard work is a crucial part to being great as a player. But it's not everything. In this episode we'll go through why you might outwork your teammates and opponents and yet they still out perform you and how you can begin to shift the tide so that you get better results. If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, ...

May 23, 202126 min

Dangerous Training Myths, Must Have PG Skills, Iso Moves vs. Simple Scoring & More: Q&A Podcast

Click the link below to get my FREE Decision Making Training Step-by-Step Checklist: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/decision-making-checklist In this episode, I answer your guys' questions! We go through a ton of different topics and have numerous deep dives into topics. Make sure you guys follow my Instagram so you never miss a Q&A opportunity! If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https...

May 16, 202134 min

How To Become A Consistent Game Shooter (How Many Makes Do You Need Per Day?)

Shooting is the most important skill in basketball. No doubt. So above all, you should be focusing on becoming a great shooter. But this is an area where players struggle taking the right steps at times. In this episode, I'll go through the 5 steps to becoming a great shooter. Check out The Elite Shooter System: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/theeliteshootersystem If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer...

May 09, 202131 min

Becoming a True Hooper and Developing a Winner's Mindset with Quicksand Mindset

In this episode, I welcome back Gabe Sandoval from Quicksand Mindset back to the podcast! We go through a ton of different topics in our conversation: The difference between "hoopers" and guys who just work out, the important qualities when it comes to being successful, lessons we've both learned that will help players on and off the court, and more! If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https:/...

May 02, 20211 hr 14 min

The Step By Step Guide To Becoming A Great Shooter

Shooting is the most important skill in basketball. No doubt. So above all, you should be focusing on becoming a great shooter. But this is an area where players struggle taking the right steps at times. In this episode, I'll go through the 5 steps to becoming a great shooter. If you have any questions or topics that you want me to talk about on the podcast, DM me on Instagram! FREE Elite Perimeter Scorer Workout: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/eliteperimeterscorer Check Out Our Online Traini...

Apr 25, 202139 min

5 Keys To Becoming A GREAT On-Court Leader

As much as players and coaches focus on skill development, developing as an overall athlete, and improving IQ and confidence, being a great leader is something that often seems forgotten. That being said, leadership is many times the difference between a winning team and a losing team. Want to accomplish your personal goals in the game of basketball? Get good at helping your team win and things have a way of working out for you. In this video I go through 5 keys to being an effective leader in t...

Apr 18, 202130 min
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