In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis are joined by Sean Thomas to discuss various aspects of youth volleyball coaching, focusing on the importance of teaching philosophies, particularly the use of analogies to enhance understanding.

They share personal coaching experiences, explore passing techniques, and emphasize the significance of balance and movement in volleyball.

The conversation also touches on the role of biomechanics and data in coaching, as well as the need to engage young players with fun and relatable analogies.

The episode concludes with reflections on the challenges of teaching overhead passing and the importance of creating memorable learning experiences for players.

Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at: ⁠⁠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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In this episode of The Volley Pod, the hosts discuss essential strategies for coaching youth volleyball, focusing on ace prevention, communication, and movement.

They explore the balance between winning and development, emphasizing the importance of teaching foundational skills while also preparing players for competitive scenarios.

The conversation includes practical tips for coaches and highlights valuable resources for further learning.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/passing-movement-shuffling-instead-of-reaching/ Ron Kordes

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/improve-your-passing-footwork-by-saying-1-2-3/ Tod Mattox

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/overhead-passing-strategies/ Ben Josephson

Resource of the Week

https://www.instagram.com/matthewjhoulihan/?hl=en Matthew Houlihan, "The Internet’s Club Director"

Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at: ⁠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.

Check out The Volley Pod on Instagram at: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/

In this episode of The Volley Pod, the hosts discuss various aspects of youth volleyball coaching, focusing on pursuit training, effective coaching strategies, and the importance of creating a positive team culture.

They emphasize the need for training methods that encourage players to pursue the ball without punitive measures, and they share a list of approaches to improve player engagement and performance.

The conversation also touches on the significance of utilizing video tools for player development and strategies for effective subbing to ensure all players contribute to the team.

Finally, they highlight the importance of celebrating bench contributions and maintaining a balanced approach to winning and development.

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

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/emergency-moves-for-passing-and-defense/ Jen Flynn Oldenburg

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/individual-defense-capture-space-and-have-more-range/ Kimi Olson
https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/posture-balance-for-range-on-defense/ Ray Bechard

The Resource of the Week is:

Tod's new book, The Volleyball Coach's Book of Lists which can be found here:

https://www.amazon.com/VOLLEYBALL-COACHS-BOOK-LISTS-Inspiration/dp/B0DP5JFQC8

Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at: ⁠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.

Check out The Volley Pod on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/

In this episode of The Volley Pod, hosts Tod and Davis reflect on their favorite moments from the past year of coaching discussions.

They explore various themes such as the importance of creative practice initiations, the power of framing and reframing in coaching, and the significance of building resilience in teams.

The conversation also delves into innovative drills, the challenge-care matrix, and effective feedback techniques.

Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize the need for positive coaching frameworks and the importance of finding one's unique coaching style.

Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at ⁠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.

Check out The Volley Pod on Instagram at aoc.thevolleypod

In this episode, the hosts discuss their experiences at the Final Four and the AVCA National Coaching Convention, highlighting innovative coaching techniques, creative drills, and the importance of player development.

They share insights from various sessions, including blocking strategies, setter-middle connections, and the impact of technology in volleyball coaching.

The conversation also touches on Karch Kiraly's coaching philosophy and the significance of winning the middle in team dynamics.

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.

Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at 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 The Volley Pod on our Instagram at: aoc.thevolleypod

In this conversation, The Volley Pod hosts, Tod and Davis, discuss the release of Tod's new book, The Volleyball Coaches Book of Lists, exploring its inspiration, the collaborative process of gathering insights from various coaches, and the key themes of coaching philosophy, leadership, player development, and effective practice design.

They highlight the importance of mindset, engaging young players, and utilizing resources for coaching improvement.

The discussion also touches on innovative practices and concludes with key takeaways and the book's availability.

You can find the new book on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/VOLLEYBALL-COACHS-BOOK-LISTS-Inspiration/dp/B0DP5JFQC8/ref=sr_1_28?crid=2KJH98WQ39435&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oxg1qQgJwtLqoZGdSEuK4bNHKYYRR4-cAA-9V23RMX-nL-x0EXVHeZsvloPz9dC3i0ivVmMRxTRCiVuqIQX0wJdDCvRlOzNvTkCHt5OPRsFejjaGI84DYqOtMvgeii8-Vjdlzr_ho0p8UKsZTf0TrCB1BTVR-Jbii8lHxy2StdIfdMIjldHHMF9eWFTQMVg8Eki4iJ_W4jUWfaYrTAPPcdyudyCQI7n_XZgnecS2Jdzb1CHwAO9JCszm2Tn6JYE8-Jdih2_HPaxyHbRhH5OQFpmncO6-ptR4TS-x3jtx9lk.hZo8QjPAUkfGwUYhQ14Iyo2kR5SseQsbUbPnmbM9YKI&dib_tag=se&keywords=volleyball+coach&qid=1733809078&sprefix=volleyball+coach%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-28

Also, be sure to check out Balltime at www.Balltime.com

Balltime is the first and best AI video and stats program for volleyball.

It will help you become a better coach!

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis discuss the essential elements of coaching, focusing on the importance of framing experiences for players, building a strong team culture, and utilizing technology to enhance coaching effectiveness.

They explore various strategies for improving player development and understanding the challenges young athletes face.

The conversation also highlights valuable resources for coaches looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball videos highlighted in today's episode:

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/path-sports-becoming-a-learner/   Karch Kiraly

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/how-to-add-subtle-fun-to-practice/ Deborah Newkirk

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/step-outside-of-your-comfort-zone/  Christa Dietzen

Check out Balltime, the first and best AI video and statistics program for volleyball @ www.Balltime.com

The Resource of the Week is:

Zdenek Hanak's Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/zdenekhanik/?hl=en

Also, our Instagram page is:

https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/

In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis reflect on their recent volleyball seasons, discussing the importance of continuous improvement in coaching and player development.

They delve into innovative serving strategies, including the 'yo-yo' effect and the 'two bouncer' serve, emphasizing the need for variety in serving techniques.

The conversation also highlights engaging games for serving skill development, the use of technology like Balltime for video analysis, and the significance of end-of-season evaluations.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball videos connected to today's podcast are:

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/disrupt-opponent-serve-short/ Mark Rosen

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/serving-strategies/ Kirsten Bernthal Booth

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/10-tips-for-youth-serving/ Ron Kordes

Get Learn From the Legends on The Art of Coaching Volleyball website here:

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, hosts Davis Ransom and Tod Mattox engage with legendary volleyball coaches: Russ Rose, John Dunning, and Terry Liskevych.

They discuss the coaches' new book, Learn From the Legends, which outlines 53 keys to better volleyball coaching.

The conversation covers the origins of the book, the importance of diverse coaching perspectives, effective practice planning, and the significance of player IQ and team culture. The coaches share insights on accountability, curiosity in coaching, and the necessity of lifelong learning for coaches.

Get Learn From the Legends on The Art of Coaching Volleyball website here:

https://store.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/shop/learn-from-the-legends/

Check out our sponsors!

Balltime is the first ever Volleyball AI Platform, created for parents, coaches, clubs, and players.

Check it out at: www.Balltime.com

With The Art of Coaching Volleyball you can access the largest library of videos, resources, and clinics, designed to help coaches and players perform their best.

Access The Art of Coaching Volleyball here:

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/

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⁠https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/ ⁠

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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