This conversation with Coach Developers Alan Keane and Simon Turner delves into the importance of adaptability in sports coaching, particularly under pressure. It emphasizes the need for coaches to find a balance between directing players and allowing them autonomy, highlighting the significance of understanding players' needs and the context of the game. Alan is a highly regarded performance basketball coach with a focus on meeting the needs of the people he coaches. He’s a Great Britain national team head coach, award winning former teacher and current PhD candidate. Simon is a coach and facilitator who works at the intersection of sport and social change. He’s coached basketball for 20+ years and trained over 400 sports practitioners in the intentional use of sport to change people’s lives. Their support services enable coaches and organizations to become more aware of their strengths, increase the level of care in team environments and create impact for the people and the community they serve. To learn more, go to https://mvmtsports.com