The VolleyPod presented by The Art of Coaching Volleyball

Talking less, The Olympics part 2, and Dan Meske on Instagram

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In this conversation, Davis, Sean, and Todd discuss various topics related to coaching volleyball. They focus on the skill of talking less and letting players play more, providing tips for planning ahead, using visual aids, and using the environment to provide feedback.

They also discuss the use of keywords, giving feedback on the fly, and creating activities and games that allow for individual feedback.

They touch on the complexities of blocking, the prominence of curve serves, and the advantage of having a setter who is a great defender. They also mention the route to the Olympics for volleyball player Chase Budinger and share resources for coaches.


  • Coaches should aim to talk less and let players play more, planning ahead and knowing priorities can help with this.
  • Using visual aids like whiteboards can help communicate information without relying on words.
  • Using the environment to provide feedback, such as through games and activities, can be more effective than constant verbal instruction.
  • Using keywords can simplify communication and convey multiple instructions with a single word.
  • Giving feedback on the fly during gameplay can be more impactful than waiting until after the rally.
  • Creating activities and games that allow for individual feedback can help coaches address specific player needs without stopping the entire team.
  • Blocking in volleyball can be complex, with decisions based on patterns and recognition rather than simply feeling or seeing the block.
  • Curve serves are becoming more prominent in the game, adding complexity for passers and requiring them to think in multiple planes.
  • Having a setter who is a great defender can provide an advantage in the game.
  • Chase Budinger's route to the Olympics as a volleyball player showcases the importance of dedication and hard work.
  • Coaches can find valuable coaching resources from AOC and follow Dan Meske's Instagram profile for insightful content.
    • The Advantage of Setters as Defenders
    • Talking Less, Playing More: Tips for Coaches
      • "Talking less equals playing more."
      • "Use a whiteboard. Can you communicate some stuff on a whiteboard instead of using words?"
      • "Use the environment to provide feedback."]


        • Art of Coaching Volleyball Resources

        https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/communication-phrases-that-inspire/


        https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/4-coach-communication-strategies/


        https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/communicating-with-athletes-using-mantras-and-analogies/


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