• The VolleyPod presented by The Art of Coaching Volleyball

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The VolleyPod presented by The Art of Coaching Volleyball

Written by: The VolleyPod
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  • The VolleyPod is all about coaching kids volleyball! Each episode we cover 3 segments that are each designed to help you become a better volleyball coach. First, we focus on a specific volleyball skill, talk about how to teach it, and provide drills and video links for further help with that skill. Then, we present a common coaching scenario and discuss tips for how to (and how not to) handle it. In the third segment we share a resource that has helped us to become a better coach, with the hopes that it can help you too! See you on The VolleyPod!
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  • Setting for beginners with just a ball and a wall, Preparing to play a team a second time, and Rob Gray's new book
    Nov 1 2024

    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/


    Get a Balltime subscription, the industry's leading video and stats program, at: ⁠https://www.balltime.com/⁠


    Check out our Instagram at: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/⁠


    Our Twitter/X gets updates with every new episode: ⁠https://x.com/TheVolleyPod

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    34 mins
  • Hall of Fame Coach Peter Ogle on How and Why To Work Hard
    Oct 25 2024

    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


    Get a Balltime subscription, the industry's leading video and stats program, at: https://www.balltime.com/


    Check out our Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/


    Our Twitter/X gets updates with every new episode: https://x.com/TheVolleyPod

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    39 mins
  • Improving hitting efficiency for hitters who don't have heat, Recover like a champion, and The MarcPro
    Oct 18 2024

    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


    Check out our Instagram at: aoc.thevolleypod

    Check us out on Twitter/X @thevolleypod

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    27 mins

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