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!

Check it out below:

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

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In this episode of The VolleyPod, hosts Todd and David engage with legendary coach Peter Ogle, discussing the intricacies of volleyball coaching.

They explore the importance of hard work, mindfulness in practice, overcoming personal roadblocks, and the mental aspects of performance.

Ogle shares insights from his 41 years of coaching experience, emphasizing the joy of improvement and the significance of effective practice strategies.

The conversation also touches on accountability within teams and innovative scrimmage techniques, culminating in a discussion about the role of technology in coaching.

Coach Peter Ogle would love to talk volleyball with you! Just email him at: peterwogle@gmail.com

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In this episode of The VolleyPod, the hosts discuss various strategies for improving attacking efficiency in volleyball, particularly for hitters who may not have a powerful arm.

They emphasize the importance of understanding one's identity as a player, making good decisions, and adjusting techniques to enhance performance.

The conversation also covers the significance of recovery in sports, introducing modern recovery techniques and tools that can aid athletes in their training and performance, with a special emphasis on The MarcPro, available at https://marcpro.com/

The episode concludes with a discussion on utilizing technology in training and the importance of having a balanced life outside of volleyball.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball videos that were emphasized this episode:

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/adjusting-the-hitting-approach-after-passing/ Nabil Mardini

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/hitter-training-attacking-vs-single/ Mark Barnard

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/outside-hitting-a-philosophy-on-sharp-angle-hits-line-shots-and-tipping/ Mark Barnard

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The Parent Pod

In this episode of The VolleyPod, the hosts discuss essential topics for parents involved in youth volleyball.

They cover: communication strategies, the importance of schedules, coaching philosophies, and the dynamics between parents, coaches, and players.

The conversation emphasizes the need for clear expectations regarding playing time, skill development, and the overall role of parents in supporting their children in sports.

This episode is vital for coaches and parents who want to start the season off on the right foot!

In this episode of The VolleyPod, the hosts discuss various aspects of coaching volleyball, focusing on common mistakes coaches make, the importance of resilience in teams, and how to create a fun and competitive practice environment.

They emphasize the need for flexibility in coaching rules, the significance of competition in practice, and the necessity of connecting resilience to team values.

The conversation also highlights the importance of humor and creativity in coaching, as well as the need for coaches to reflect on their own behaviors and attitudes.

Skill:

Coaching in reality

Scenario:

When my team gets down, they stay down

The Art of Coaching Volleyball videos from today's episode:

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/karch-kiraly-gain-a-competitive-advantage-by-competing-in-practice/

Karch on how to get better by competing in practice

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/developing-competitive-practices-focus-of-the-day/

Russ Rose on how to develop more competitive practices by having a focus of the day

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/drills-that-increase-competition/

Russ Rose on three types of drills that increase competition in practice

Resource: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/176227/antifragile-by-nassim-nicholas-taleb/

Nicholas Taleb's book Anti-Fragile is about how to develop an unshakable mindset

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis start with briefly discussing their experiences in the Coastal Conference, focusing on the competitive nature of the league.

They introduce the '46 Challenge' drill aimed at improving both offensive and defensive skills in volleyball.

The conversation then shifts to the 'Tether Method,' a technique for enhancing out-of-system play, emphasizing the importance of tight sets and player positioning. Finally, they explore leadership principles from the book 'The Captain Class,' highlighting the significance of character in team success.

Skill of the Week: The 46 Challenge

One of Tod's 'Deserted Island Drills', "The 46 Challenge" drill is discussed this week.

This drill focuses on out system play for both sides of the net and it has a really cool "get back in system" scoring system.

Scenario of the Week:

The "Tether" Method for out of system play

The Tether Method represents a shift in mentality and execution for out of system play. Tod and Davis talk about this way of playing and the changes it brings to the game.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball videos from this week:

htt:ps://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/out-of-system-offense-and-defense-drills/ Marie Zidek from DePaul University

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/hitting-scoring-off-the-block-drill/ Mark Barnard

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/hit-more-line/ Blog from Kyle Mashima (SoloStats and Rotate123)

Resource of the Week:

https://www.bysamwalker.com/the-captain-class

The Captain Class by Sam Walker is an interesting look at a number of championship programs and their leaders. It may make you rethink what a leader is and how they behave.