• Teaching Blocking To Young Players, Keeping the Big Things Big, and TedTalks
    Jan 24 2025

    In this episode of The Volley Pod, the hosts discuss various aspects of youth volleyball coaching, focusing on team progress, decision-making, and the importance of teaching blocking to young players.

    They explore the psychological impact of blocking, share effective drills and techniques, and emphasize the need to reinforce team values and systems.

    The conversation concludes with valuable resources for coaches to enhance their training methods.


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

    https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/volleyball-blocking-fundamentals-positioning-and-posture/

    Joe Sagula

    https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/blocking-hand-position/

    Mike Sealy

    https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/good-blocking-watching-right-things/

    Karch Kiraly


    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/

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    43 mins
  • In The Lab with Sean Thomas: Analogies for Passing
    Jan 17 2025

    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.


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

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    37 mins
  • Ace Prevention for Young Teams, Train to Win or Train to Develop? and Mathew Houlihan
    Jan 10 2025

    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/

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    36 mins
  • Training Pursuit, Creative Subbing Plans for Bigger Teams, and Tod's New Book
    Jan 3 2025

    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/

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    31 mins
  • 2024 Highlights
    Dec 27 2024

    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

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    39 mins
  • Innovative Techniques from the AVCA Convention
    Dec 20 2024

    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


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    40 mins
  • Tod's New Book: The Volleyball Coach's Book of Lists
    Dec 13 2024

    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!


    And, check out our Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/

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    48 mins
  • Framing and Reframing, When Your Team Just Isn't Getting It, and Zdenek Hanik
    Dec 6 2024

    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/


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    29 mins