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This episode focuses on advanced volleyball setting cues and practice strategies to improve player performance and practice efficiency. The host shares specific cues for setting technique, drills, and practice management tips.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/thumbs-back-to-flat-should-be-the-norm-for-all-setters/ Ryan Theis, Marquette University

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/setting-touch-on-the-ball/ Mike Sealy, UCLA

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This episode explores innovative volleyball training methods using ecological dynamics, focusing on constraints-led approaches to improve player skills, decision-making, and creativity. Coaches and players will learn practical strategies to enhance training sessions and game performance.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/hand-to-hand-combat-drill-to-train-overhead-hands-on-defense/ Ray Bechard

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/alternatives-deep-court/ Tod Mattox
https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/first-ball-kill-drill/ Ken Murczek

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The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guide Book for Players and Parents by Tod Mattox

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This episode explores innovative strategies to disrupt the standard high school volleyball offense, focusing on tactical adjustments, serving techniques, and game-specific drills to enhance team performance.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/jim-stone-pros-and-cons-of-the-6-2-offense/ Jim Stone

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/the-philosophy-of-the-match-up/ Terry Lyskevych

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/intro-to-offensive-systems/ Brennan Dean

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This episode Tod Mattox and Davis Ransom share tips from Doug Lemov about how to make decisions effectively and discuss ideas for how to get better when not everyone is at practice. Actionable. Insightful. Thoughtful.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/the-mental-side-of-setting-and-decision-making/ Christy Johnson-Lynch

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/8-game-mimicking-drills-that-promote-decision-making/ Christy Johnson-Lynch

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Join us as we explore innovative volleyball training techniques with expert coach Joe Trinsey.

Discover practical game strategies like Ace Ball, lineup management, and mental focus tips to elevate your coaching and player performance.

Key Topics

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The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

Resource of the Week 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/first-time-coach/ The Art of Coaching Volleyball's newest resource for first time coaches!

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In part 2 of this insightful volleyball coaching discussion, Mas Shibata shares his coaching philosophy, analysis techniques, and strategic insights to elevate team performance.

Discover practical tips on transition attacking, landing on two feet and how to develop a coaching philosophy that may challenge conventional wisdom and foster success.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/?s=mas%20shibata Mas Shibata's videos on AOC

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In this insightful volleyball coaching discussion, Mas Shibata shares his coaching philosophy, analysis techniques, and strategic insights to elevate team performance.

Discover practical tips on setting, attacking, and game planning that challenge conventional wisdom and foster success.

The Resource of the Week andThe Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week are one in the same and they are all from Coach Mas Shibata

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This episode of The Volley Pod explores effective coaching strategies, the pitfalls of punishment, and maintaining composure during competitions.

Coaches will learn practical, thoughtful approaches to discipline, team management, and self-awareness to enhance team performance and personal growth.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/competition-vs-rewards-punishments/ Russ Rose, Mike Sealy, John Dunning, Terry Liskevych, and more

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/p...

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This episode is dedicated to the late great Jim Stone, who gave so much joy, knowledge, and wisdom to volleyball and the coaching community.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week are all from Jim Stone

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/jim-stone-a-coach-who-made-a-difference/

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/pattern-your-offense/

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/jim-stone-the-chance-for-success-developing-systems-2/ 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/keep-your-feet-moving-in-serve-receive/

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This episode features insights from volleyball coach Tod Mattox and Davis Ransom on overlooked and high value volleyball "soft skills" like enhanced awareness.

The two coaching buddies discuss how to start matches strong and get momentum then share a great mental performance resource from Zach Brandon at MVP Mindset.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/team-chemistry-how-to-mold-a-good-team-into-a-great-team/ Stephanie Schleuder

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This episode features insights from volleyball coach Tod and Davis on recent practice strategies, some cool new rule changes, and effective training methods.

Discover innovative drills, the importance of deliberate practice, and how to optimize player development.

Resource of the Week

Flux Sports Performance with Zach Penolio

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Resource of the Week

Oscar “Digger” Graybill is an incredible volleyball coach and the Director and Founder of Socratic Seminars International, an organization that is dedicated to providing high quality, sustainable professional development in Socratic Seminars, Student Engagement, and Critical Thinking.

https://www.socraticseminars.com/ 

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The Volleyball Journey: A Handy...

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Resource of the Week

Oscar “Digger” Graybill is an incredible volleyball coach and the Director and Founder of Socratic Seminars International, an organization that is dedicated to providing high quality, sustainable professional development in Socratic Seminars, Student Engagement, and Critical Thinking.

https://www.socraticseminars.com/ 

Check out our host Tod Mattox's books! Available on Amazon! Get them in your parents’ hands!

The Volleyball Journey: A Handy...

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, hosts Tod and Davis discuss the recent Triple Crown volleyball tournament, emphasizing its unique structure that allows for high-stakes matches to shine.

They delve into innovative warm-up techniques that enhance player readiness and skill development, moving away from traditional methods.

The conversation shifts to creative coaching strategies and unique offensive tactics that can give teams an edge.

They also explore serving techniques...

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The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/positive-self-talk/ Amanda Jones

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

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/flush-and-park-mistakes-with-a-mistake-ritual/ Positive Coaching Alliance

Resource of the Week

https://coachchijo.com/ Coach Chijo Takeda is a longtime juniors coach in West Linn, Oregon and notable internet coaching personality. Known f...

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Today on the podcast we are joined by Emily Schilling, Director of Strength & Conditioning, Olympic Sports for University of Illinois Athletics, who shares her wealth of wisdom about integrating strength and conditioning into youth club volleyball athletes' routines in a healthy way!

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, hosts Tod and Davis reflect on their journey with the podcast, discuss community engagement through Patreon, and delve into various volleyball coaching techniques.

They emphasize the importance of skill development, particularly through innovative drills and games that enhance ball control and decision-making.

The conversation also highlights the significance of...

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, hosts Tod and Davis reflect on their journey with the podcast, discuss community engagement through Patreon, and delve into various volleyball coaching techniques.

They emphasize the importance of skill development, particularly through innovative drills and games that enhance ball control and decision-making.

The conversation also highlights the significance of engaging training methods that captivate players...

In this episode of The Volley Pod, hosts Tod and Davis discuss various aspects of volleyball coaching, focusing on youth training, particularly for 10-year-olds.

They share insights from recent tournaments, emphasizing the importance of serving, setter-middle connections, and effective defensive strategies.

The conversation also covers practical coaching techniques, including approach timing, jump setting, and creating memorable moments for players.

The hosts provide actionable tips for coaches to enhance their training sessions and improve player performance.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

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This week on The Volley Pod, hosts Tod and Davis are joined by Brian Swenty, a top volleyball coach in Germany where he works for the Department of Defense.

Swenty coaches a variety of levels from men's club all the way to youth girls, and he joins The Volley Pod to share his insights into how things operate quite differently in Europe for youth volleyball.

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The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guide Book for Players an...

In this conversation, Davis Ransom and Todd Maddox delve into the intricacies of serve receive in volleyball, sharing insights from their extensive coaching experience.

They discuss the importance of server cues, effective passing techniques, and the significance of positioning and angles. The duo emphasizes the need for adaptability in passing, the benefits of overhand passing, and the necessity of training with distractions.

They also highlight the importance of developing a secondary move to enhance players' responses to unexpected serves. The conversation wraps up with practical tips for coaches and resources for further learning.

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, the hosts discuss various aspects of coaching volleyball, focusing on redefining fun for players, utilizing technology in coaching, and addressing challenges such as server dominance in matches.

They emphasize the importance of creating a positive environment, fostering connections among players, and adapting coaching strategies to enhance player development.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week 

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/4-keys-to-making-technical-volleyball-training-fun-for-young-athletes/ - Alessandro Licata

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

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/norways-winning-formula/ - T...

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, the hosts celebrate the success of a national champion team and discuss the importance of building rapport with players.

They share coaching strategies to improve communication and player development, emphasizing the significance of celebrating wins and using technology in coaching.

The conversation also touches on innovative practices for injured players and the need to focus on individuality in coaching methods.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Vide...

Thank you to our guest Dr. Jenny Johnson, Director of Education Services at USA Volleyball!

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The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guide Book for Players and Parents by Tod Mattox

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Tod and Davis are at the 2025 American Volleyball Coaches Convention in Kansas City, Missouri!

Our hosts meet the head women's volleyball for Southern Methodist University Sam Erger and talk about a few cool ideas she used this season to win more points.

Next, Davis and Tod talk volleyball with Leonard Armato, the former owner of the AVP. He discusses the future of volleyball and how he is helping to shape our bright future.

Then The Volley Pod coaches greet Tony Ker from Hudl to discuss where the platform is headed and how things...

In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various aspects of volleyball coaching with Josh Steinbach, who reflects on his recent successful season at Villanova.

The discussion covers highlights and lowlights of the season, coaching philosophies, innovative techniques, the use of technology in training, and the importance of player adaptability.

Josh shares insights on teaching skills, scouting strategies, and the evolving nature of volleyball play, while also emphasizing the significance of personal well-being for coaches.

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The conversation emphasizes the importance of personal development in coaching, highlighting how an individual coach's improvement can lead to overall team enhancement.

It discusses the ripple effect that occurs when a coach becomes better, positively impacting all team members.

Anything you do along the lines of coaching improves your team.

The fastest way to improve your team is for you to get better.

When you get better, everybody gets better.

Personal development in coaching is crucial for team success.

A coach's improvement has a ripple effect on...

The conversation emphasizes the importance of personal development in coaching, highlighting how an individual coach's improvement can lead to overall team enhancement.

It discusses the ripple effect that occurs when a coach becomes better, positively impacting all team members.

Anything you do along the lines of coaching improves your team.

The fastest way to improve your team is for you to get better.

When you get better, everybody gets better.

Personal development in coaching is crucial for team success.

A coach's improvement has a ripple effect on...

In this conversation, Tod Mattox and Davis Ransom emphasize the importance of clarity in accountability, defining player roles, and understanding effort metrics.

They explore strategies for adapting to physical opponents, developing diverse scoring methods, and maintaining ball control.

The discussion also highlights the significance of tactical awareness and unconventional play to gain an edge in matches.

Clarity is essential before holding players accountable.

Defining team values helps in establishing clarity.

Players must understand their roles clearly.

Effort metrics should be well-defined and communicated.

In this episode, Tod and Davis discuss the upcoming virtual clinic for volleyball coaches, emphasizing the importance of arm swing as a fundamental skill in volleyball. They explore various coaching techniques to enhance hitting, the significance of preparing for end-of-season matches, and innovative practice strategies to keep players engaged. The conversation also touches on the use of technology in training and concludes with final thoughts and resources for coaches.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/attacking-with-terry-liskevych-and-john-dunning-2/ John Dunning

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/john-dunning-how-to-properly-hit...

In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis are joined by Tobias Herrera, the Director of Catalyst Volleyball Club in Houston Texas. He joins the pod to discuss key questions that coaches want to know!

This week the trio discuss how to incorporate music in practice, how to handle missed practices without compromising the team results, the differences between starting the season with a less experience team, and more questions to get you thinking!

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/guide-to-leadership-introduction...

In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of volleyball coaching, including reflections on recent matches, the introduction of a new segment with Tobias Herrera from Club Catalyst Volleyball, and the importance of balancing culture and drills in practice.

They delve into mental toughness, the first week of practice for different teams, managing parent expectations, and effective drills for young players.

The conversation emphasizes the integration of conditioning into practice and the significance of nurturing positive relationships with parents.

Thank you to our guest Tobias Herrera IV!

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis talk about ideas for how coaches can integrate more of a constraints led approach in their gyms. These ideas are ready to be applied today! Tod then explains Conflict Coaching fuel, the idea that coaches can avoid these types of “fuel” for conflicts on their teams. Then they share excellent resources from The Art of Coaching Volleyball and Volleyball Canada.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/drills-that-reward-error-control/ Ally Dahl

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/teac...

In this episode, the hosts of The Volley Pod discuss various aspects of volleyball coaching, focusing on defensive strategies, tactical awareness, and principles for starting the season. They share insights on improving individual defense, the importance of readiness and posture, and how to effectively teach players to dig and pursue the ball. The conversation also touches on the significance of establishing foundational principles for the season and highlights useful coaching resources.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/vision-impacting-defense/ Jim Stone

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball...

In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis discuss easy in-game adjustments that can help your teams get out of a jam.

They then go over a great way to handle midseason role identification meetings with your team, so that everyone feels good about it.

Then they recommend videos from The Art of Coaching Volleyball that teach coaches how to run modified offensive systems, and ultimately share a book about program building by Johan Dulfer.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis discuss various techniques and strategies for improving hitting power in volleyball.

They explore the importance of observing players, choosing the right attackers, and training effectively for live play.

The conversation also delves into innovative scoring strategies for teams struggling to score points, emphasizing the need for tactical awareness and aggression.

Additionally, they share valuable resources for coaches looking to enhance their training methods.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Resources of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com...

In this episode, Tod and Davis discuss various strategies and concepts for coaching volleyball, focusing on defensive systems, tactical approaches, and the importance of creating a positive environment for young players. They emphasize the significance of adapting to different game situations and the role of coaches in shaping players' experiences both on and off the court.

The Art of Coaching Volleyball Resources of the Week

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/defensive-systems/ Terry Liskevych - Defensive Systems

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/base-position-on-defense/ Jim Stone - Base Position

https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball...