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Alex Sarama is the founder of Transforming Basketball and one of the world’s leading coaches in evidence-based teaching. He currently serves as Assistant Coach & Head of Player Development for the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he applies his innovative methods at the highest level of the game. Alex is also the author of the Amazon bestselling book Transforming Basketball (April 2024) and has delivered clinics in more than 40 countries, working as a coach developer for federations and organizations worldwide. His experience includes roles with NBA Europe in Madrid, Paris Basketball in the EuroCup, and the Rip City Remix, the Portland Trail Blazers’ G League affiliate.
But Transforming Basketball is bigger than one coach. It is a proven methodology distilled from Alex’s years of learning, testing, and refining into a practical system that empowers coaches to coach smarter and players to develop faster. The mission goes beyond training — it’s about building a global movement. By equipping coaches with tools, community, and clear pathways, Transforming Basketball seeks to elevate the game everywhere, creating better teams and inspiring coaches and players across the world to embrace a new, evidence-based future for basketball.
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Sohta Nguyen
Vancouver, Canada
I am a college student, who was raised to believe in the dominant approach but the resources and evidence given by Transforming Basketball has switched my beliefs over to their theory and frameworks.
"Transforming Basketball is an awesome resource for coaches wanting to expand their knowledge.
Arvin Mosley Jr
South Hill, Washington
Washington
"I dove into the CLA about two months ago and are now all-in!
I gave a coaching clinic on Sunday with the only EYBL boys team in our state. I introduced CLA to them and we spent on hour going through ways to add constraints to their existing drills. They were so excited about the possibilities! I’m so glad I discovered you."
Chris Hutchins
Palo Alto, California, USA
- Palo Alto
"The girls played teams they had been blown out by in late August and they put on a show!
I had a group of high school girls that were dropped to the lowest AAU level by their respective clubs because they weren't "good enough". I took this group and partnered with another coach and we started training them using the Transforming CLA videos/education. Not only did I have parents saying this was the most impressive improvement they had ever seen but the girls had a blast!"
Justin Furtado
Los Angeles, USA
- Los Angeles
"Transforming Basketball has completely revolutionized our coaching approach.
The way they integrate modern techniques into training has made practices more effective and enjoyable for both players and coaches. Our team has seen remarkable progress, not only on the court but in personal growth as well. It's engaging, motivating, and a refreshing change from the monotony of traditional drills. We couldn’t be happier with the results – practices have never been this fun or productive!"
Jason George
Caldwell, Idaho, USA
Idaho
"Transforming is hands down the absolute best resource for basketball coaches out there.
I started coaching almost 25 years ago and wish these resources were available during my undergraduate training. If you are interested in a better understanding of the game and how to use a research backed approach to the game, the membership community is the place to collaborate with world class coaches all over the world at all age groups and all skill levels."
Jeff Schmidt
Fort Collins, Colorado
Colorado
"Transforming Basketball has revolutionized my approach to practicing, analyzing, and conceptualizing the game.
Its innovative and contemporary ideas are both refreshing and applicable across all skill levels. These concepts not only enhance on-court performance but also influence coaching methods and leadership within our programs. What sets Transforming Basketball apart is its foundation in factual evidence and research."
Joshua Engel
Minot, North Dakota, USA
North Dakota
"This product (the Transforming Membership) has completely changed my confidence going into any basketball setting.
I use it for my skill training, I use it for planning my practices. The endless amount of resources provided is incredible. And then to top that, the membership has the most supporting and eager community. I’d recommend it to anyone trying to find a better way of coaching."
Ryan Vasquez
Sterling, Illinois
Illinois
"It's pretty simple, after installing Alex’s Conceptual offense, we will never go back to the old ways of running a continuity offense!"
Matt Cline
Columbia, Missouri, USA
Assistant Coach, Mizzou University
Missouri
"Transforming Basketball is an incredible resource for coaches of all levels to deepen their understanding of contemporary coaching methods.
Alex has been a great inspiration for us and we can't wait to use conceptual offense concepts this year!"
Chan Hearron
Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
Louisiana
"I am glad to be on the ground floor of this membership.
I've been reading and learning all about CLA and have implemented many concepts in my program. I’m all in on this way of coaching. I’ve discovered the joy of the game again.
Kevin Easley
Marietta, Georgia, USA
Head Coach, Life University
- Marietta
"The Transforming Basketball approach has been a game changer for our program.
It has completely changed the way I think about offense. I wish I could have come across these ideas earlier in my career to get more wins for our University!"
Markus Klusemann
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Overtime Elite, Director of Health, Performance, and Development
- atlanta
"The methodologies behind Transforming Basketball are about far more than X&O's.
These ideas will help improve your practice design and the environment that your players develop within. An added bonus is that it's all based on scientific research!"
Jonathan Pedro
Sarasota, Florida, USA
Florida
"Alex and the Transforming team’s understanding of the concepts and theory and their ability to put it in a more palatable manner is incredible.
I thought I understood a conceptual offense pretty well before I attended the summer camp in Italy and the camp just boosted my confidence and understanding tenfold. This is the future of basketball."
Elsebeth Birman
Stephens City, Virginia, USA
Virginia
"Not only are the Transforming resources inside the membership are amazing...
Such as the activities, courses, an inside look at camps, and master classes - but the value of the community can't be overlooked. If you want to continue to learn as a coach and be a part of a supportive community of other like-minded individuals, then look no further!"
Alex Rodriguez
Jalisco, Mexico
Academia EDJ Tapalpa, Head Coach
mexico
"Transforming has been something that has changed the way I see and understand basketball.
Thanks to the book, the podcast and all the resources, I have been able to continue learning new concepts and new methods to implement in my practices."
Rabat American School
Morocco
"After completing my Masters in Sports, Coaching, Leadership and Administration last year, I genuinely value Transforming Basketball's research-based approach to coaching development!
I've been coaching for over fifteen years and Transforming Basketball has completely revolutionized my approach to basketball and coaching in only a year.
Rabat, Morocco
Steve Luukkonen
london
"My son’s game developed enormously over a season at London Lions Academy, developing under Transforming Basketball concepts with Alex working as Director of Methodology.
Practices were innovative, intense yet playful. The boys had smiles on their faces. They learned new terminology and new ways to play. It felt revolutionary and it got results."
London, England
Caramel Quin
manchester
"The Transforming Basketball membership has been the hands down best resource for coaching I've ever had.
I coach across a very wide range of age and ability and the breadth and depth of knowledge and resources in the Transforming membership can be applied across all of them. It helps me learn new things and gives me a helping hand when I am struggling to implement something in my practices and games. I could not recommend it more."
Manchester, England
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Stevie Gillatt
Stoke-On-Trent, England
Stoke-On-Trent
"Transforming Basketball has been instrumental in my growth as a coach.
The platform provides cutting-edge resources and methodologies that go beyond traditional training, focusing on developing both my coaching skills and my understanding of player development. Through techniques like the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA), I've learned to create training environments that encourage players to make real-time decisions, adapt to challenges, and improve their basketball IQ.
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Leonardo Supino
Bologna, Italy
This year I started using the CLA approach with my Under 17’s here in Bologna. We started with a 2/2 in our league and the guys keep improving everyday.
Furthermore, I will write my master’s degree thesis on situational leadership, including theories about being a transforming coach. Thanks for everything you are doing!
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Basket Flames Club
Vienna, Austria
"Transforming Basketball has truly revolutionized how we approach coaching by bringing the CLA into basketball.
Four of our Basket Flames coaches attended a week-long camp in Italy, and it elevated our coaching methods to a whole new level. The experience was both educational and deeply impactful, giving us practical tools to implement CLA more effectively within our club.
France
Francois Lubino
"Don't wait for Transforming Basketball! What Transforming provides for coaches of any level is huge.
It's opening a new gate for the coaching methodology with the latest evidence-based research. The Membership Community is a game-changer for providing an extensive library of activities. Transforming is essential for any coach who wants to improve their knowledge.
Piégros-la-Clastre, France
Holland
"Transforming Basketball seriously opened up my eyes and made me look differently at basketball.
It started with my son playing for Coach Alex back in Italy. The hands-on and pragmatic approach led to such amazing differences in developing skills. I - like so many others - started as a traditional coach and trainer. Having such a great library of knowledge within the Transforming Community makes me proud.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Vincent Iseli
Czech Republic
Milena Moulisova
Prague, Czech Republic
"When the Czech Basketball Federation was working on a long-term youth player and coach development program, we had Alex Sarama come in and deliver our Youth Player Development Camp.
This had a big impact on our development plan. We believe that it was a great example of the type of coaching we would like to promote around the country.
Head of Youth Basketball, Czech Federation
lebanon
Elias Mouawad
Beirut, Lebanon
"Alex was a major upgrade to our coaching style and philosophy.
We used to do some similar stuff but we didn't know how to conduct it the right way or why. Alex came in and cleared up those ideas. My practices are now much smoother and straight to the point. The CLA is no joke, and we're trying to cement Transforming ideas throughout Lebanon and spread it throughout the whole Middle East.
Technical Director, Beirut Basketball Club
ISRAEL
Ofek Pazuelo
Tel Aviv, Israel
Maccabi Tel Aviv, U14 Boys Head Coach
" I love the content. This is my first year coaching basketball.
I’ve been through so much to become a coach including recovering from a torn ACL and 3 surgeries last year. I live in Israel and coach for the Maccabi Tel Aviv youth program. Transforming Basketball is honestly the best thing that ever happened to me when it comes to coaching. I’m so happy I found you guys.
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Mohamed Haroon
Sri Lanka
"As a basketball coach for more than 20 years and someone who has coached at all levels in my country Sri Lanka, there was this one thing that always troubled me.
Why do the skills I teach - no matter what teaching techniques are used - not transferring as expected to the game? And finally I got the solution for this. Thank you Transforming Basketball. I am now 100% “all-in” on the CLA and a coaching approach based on Ecological Dynamics.
China National Team 3x3
china
"As an analytics manager and coach in China with a background in skill acquisition, Transforming Basketball has become a cornerstone of my work.
It empowers players to think, adapt, and make real-time decisions, moving beyond outdated, instruction-heavy methods. This approach has been transformative in developing creative, intelligent, and adaptable athletes.
Beijing, China
Boki Wang
Florida International University, Coordinator of Player Development
taiwan
"Transforming Basketball has helped me learn how to engage my athletes by observing their behavior and adjusting the environment each second, keeping them on their toes and constantly problem solving.
Taiwan
David Lee
I write this because I was stuck in my traditional step by step thinking and only looked into Transforming Basketball to challenge (and reaffirm) what I already knew. Alex's evidence based thinking brings coaches and players into the game. Gone are the days of monotonous drills and rigid routines."
Geelong
"This course is nothing short of groundbreaking!
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Scott Nash
The basketball coaching resources on Transforming Basketball are amazing, with extensive CLA activity libraries, coaching clinics, workshops, practice plans, masterclasses, and more. Whether you coach beginners, youth teams, or at a higher level, there’s something here for every coach. The active community and 500+ CLA-informed Small-Sided Games have certainly transformed my coaching.
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Neil Houghton
Melbourne, Australia
"The basketball coaching resources on Transforming Basketball are amazing.
If you are looking to adopt an evidence based approach to your coaching and player development, or wanting to develop a 'One Club' philosophy for your basketball program, then a TB membership is highly recommended.
Queensland
Jesse Pittman
Queensland, Australia
"Transforming Basketball has been incredible in helping our high school basketball program reach our goal of becoming a top 20 state program and winning state divisional titles.
The content is clear, accessible, backed by evidence, and easily adapted to suit all ages. Thanks so much!
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I've found the Youth Camp Practice Plans extremely beneficial for our training sessions. I have used them (including concepts within) and the CLA in general across multiple age groups that I coach from U10 - U16 teams and excited to share with other coaches the positive experience the kids have…
Ben Hughes
This is a great framework for running a Youth Camp, I am starting to coach my son's youth teams, so I've been incorporating ideas from the PDF's to their age group. We also used some of Alex's ideas during the NEXT22 Camp with Cameron Brink, kids loved it! Would definitely purchase this if you're interested in a good plan for camps/practices.
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Learn the Best Transforming Small-Sided Games to Accelerate Player Development
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Implementing a Conceptual Offense Clinic
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