In this episode ofThe Volley Pod, hosts Davis Ransom and Tod Mattox discuss various coaching techniques and metaphors to enhance volleyball skills.

They explore the importance of using external cues over internal cues for skill acquisition, share creative metaphors for teaching spiking and serving techniques, and emphasize the role of technology in coaching efficiency.

The conversation also highlights valuable resources for coaches and concludes with a reflection on the impact of integrated coaching.

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

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/float-serve-fundamentals/ - Kirsten Bernthal Booth

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/strategies-for-coaching-10-year-old-volleyball-players/ - Tracy Vondran

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/attacking-arm-mechanics-importance-of-torque-and-arm-height/ - Kerry Macdonald

Resourcesfrom today's episode:

Talent and the Secret Life of Teams by Terry Pettit

https://terrypettit.com/shop/talent-and-the-secret-life-of-teams/

Our host Tod Mattox's new book,The Volleyball Coach’s Book of Lists, is available now on Amazon here: 

⁠https://www.amazon.com/VOLLEYBALL-COACHS-BOOK-LISTS-Inspiration-ebook/dp/B0DP5HSZ5K?ref_=ast_author_mpb⁠ 

FindThe Art of Coaching Volleyball here:⁠ ⁠www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com⁠⁠⁠ 

The Art of Coaching Volleyball is a comprehensive resource designed to help coaches of all levels to improve their skills, teaching methods, and enhance their knowledge of volleyball. It offers a mix of instructional support, tools, and resources to support coaches in developing athletes and running effective practices.

Check out Balltime at:⁠ ⁠www.balltime.com⁠⁠

Balltime is an AI-powered volleyball platform designed to provide professional-level game breakdowns, video analysis, and highlight creation for players, coaches, and clubs. Developed by a team of passionate volleyball players and technology enthusiasts,Balltime aims to make advanced video and analytics accessible to everyone.

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