‘Learn. Apply. Evaluate.’
Coach Luka Svilar is an author of two books:
1 – Functional Movement Preparation: Basketball training and Game
2 – Essentials of Physical Performance in Elite Basketball (3rd edition)
3 – There is More Than One Way to Skin a Cat: The Different Ways, Methods, and Strategies of Physical Performance Coaches in Basketball
If you are interested in reading and studying one or both of the books, send an email to Luka and find out how to get a copy in your hands!
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Luka is a very determined and dedicated S&C coach. He is one of my favorites that I have worked with in my career. He pushes you to be in your best condition but also keeps an open line of communication with his players so he understands how their bodies feel without demanding too much. He also was a big fan of sneakers, so we connected even more because of that! He definitely is a wonderful coach, but even a better person.
SHANE LARKIN
Apart from the very friendly relationship we developed on the personal side, working with Luka was always pleasurable on a daily basis, starting off with open communication to personalized training according to my own needs, even when working in a team structure. Obviously, all his knowledge got me ready for all the challenges we had during a long and exhausting season, at times with a big load of games, training and traveling.
MARCELINHO HUERTAS
Luka is one of the best I have ever had the pleasure to work with. I believe one of the greatest qualities a player can appreciate is his willingness to adapt and get the best out of any situation. With his knowledge and preparation, you can trust Luka to have you ready mentally and physically each day.
DARRUN HILLIARD
The period of four years that Luka and I worked together was exceptional. Every season was a challenging grind but staying committed not only got me in a great physical shape but also gave me the mental confidence to perform at my highest level, day in and day out.
TORNIKE SHENGELIA
Luka’s skills and dedication clearly make him one of the best I have ever met during my career. I believe that what allows him to surpass what I had known in the past is the enthusiasm and devotion he puts in every day and every moment he is with the team. His positive energy becomes contagious and allows each player to want to outdo themselves, especially in difficult times.
RODRIGUE BEAUBOIS
Luka is a coach who comes to work every day like it is his last. His availability is something that I liked the most, because he would come to work even when the team had a day off. His knowledge is great, but what really makes him brilliant is his passion and love for the work. I like that his training program was very individualized, based on personal needs and desires. The season we spent together I was in a very good shape and injury-free
JAKA BLAŽIČ
Luka is an ambitious and dedicated coach, willing to listen and learn. In the season with two different competitions and plenty of games, he was able to recognize what is best for me and other individuals on the team so we could all achieve the highest performance on the game day.
VLADIMIR LUČIĆ
Luka is a passionate, driven coach who can compete with the best of them. As a veteran player who feels all the aches and pains of the long season, Luka has definitely kept me feeling fresh and energized.
OTHELLO HUNTER
Luka is a coach who is always trying to learn new information, a person you pray for as a head coach. The thing that stood out to me about Luka was our breakfast clubs before early flights. My level of admiration and respect doubled after I saw he was as committed to himself as he was to me and my teammates.