In this episode of The VolleyPod we discuss innovative coaching strategies for youth volleyball, emphasizing the importance of play over work.

We introduce the concept of 'home play' as a way to encourage skill development outside of practice.

The conversation covers various movement techniques, practice strategies, and common coaching mistakes during playoffs, highlighting the need for adaptability and focus on growth.

The episode concludes with insights on innovative training techniques and upcoming resources for coaches.

Skill of the Week

This week's "skill" is an At Home Playlist that Tod created that is great for players who want to put in extra time and reps away from practice.

Scenario of the Week

This week's scenario is 7 Mistakes That Coaches Make in the Playoffs.

Of course, Davis' team just lost in the first round of State so...

He goes over ways to combat common errors that coaches make in the heat of the single elimination playoffs.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball videos that are connected to this week's episode are:

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/cary-wallin-home-spiking-practice/ Cary Wallin from 949 Athletics

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/6-driveway-drills/ Kyle Mashima from Rotate123

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/creating-at-home-challenges/ Founders’ Chat with Russ Rose, Terry Liskevych, and John Dunning

Resource of the Week

TorqVB on Instagram has a fascinating look at how to develop more power for hitters

https://www.instagram.com/torqvb/?hl=en

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In this episode of The VolleyPod, Sean Thomas joins the pod for a new monthly segment called In The Lab.

This month on In The Lab we discuss the balance between winning and young player development.

The hosts delve into the anxiety young athletes face, particularly during serving, and explore various coaching philosophies.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of reframing mistakes as learning opportunities and highlights the significance of mental health awareness in sports, especially during Movember.

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Saturday November 9th is The AOC Club Season Prep Clinic with an amazing lineup of presenters!

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https://store.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/club-season-25-prep-clinic/

Setting for beginners with just a ball and a wall, Preparing to play a team a second time, and Rob Gray's new book

Our spookiest episode yet! Coming out October 31st!

In this episode of The VolleyPod, hosts Tod and Davis discuss the excitement surrounding the high school volleyball season as it approaches playoffs, and the upcoming club season.

They delve into coaching techniques, particularly focusing on the fundamentals of setting, including key principles and drills.

Then the conversation covers strategies for preparing to face teams a second time in the season, emphasizing the importance of scouting and adapting to opponents.

Finally, they discuss Rob Gray's newest book and how he is using his ecological dynamics approach for helping coaches to improve as well as athletes.

Skill: Setting for beginners with just a ball and a wall

Scenario: Preparing to play a team a second time

The Art of Coaching Volleyball videos of the week were about setting fundamentals:

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/setting-fundamentals-the-hand-hinge-movement-necessary-for-great-sets/ AOC founder John Dunning

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/volleyball-training-for-kids-teaching-the-fundamentals-of-setting/ Bring Your Own Parent - Ruth Nelson

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/fundamentals-of-effective-volleyball-setting/ Dan Fisher from Pitt

Resource of the Week:

Rob Gray’s newest book, Learning To Be An “Ecological” Coach: Developing Attuned & Adaptable Coaching Skills

https://perceptionaction.com/work-with-me/

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