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Teaching Players How to Effectively Analyze Game Film

August 10, 2025 • Kenny Simpson and Daniel Chamberlain • Season 6 • Episode 10

In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, coaches discuss the importance of giving players a break, the benefits of organizational tools, and effective methods for analyzing film. The conversation covers teaching players to break down both their own film and opponents' film, while emphasizing the need for systematic approaches. Also discussed are sponsor messages highlighting tools for enhancing coaching, like Team Builder Practice and Winning Edge Performance Analytics. The episode closes with practical coaching advice for key game situations.

00:00 Introduction and Summer Recap

02:46 Quote of the Week: Efficiency

06:10 The Importance of Organization

09:06 Teaching Kids to Watch Film

18:50 Breaking Down Film Sessions

22:00 Offensive vs. Defensive Film Analysis

23:24 Importance of Small Group Film Sessions

27:19 Teaching Players to Break Down Film

34:42 Understanding Opponent Tendencies

38:42 Situation of the Week: Third and Three

42:14 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Ads

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