When You Disagree
Respectful communication is a key tool for young athletes to learn in both sports and life.
You can make a difference in the life of an athlete.
Behind every great athlete is a coach or a mentor who supported and believed in them. Whether you’re a P.E. teacher, high school, club or college coach you are the glue that holds our athletes together. We have a wealth of resources to improve your teaching and expand your coaching skills, including articles, videos, drills and tools.
KeyResources
Coach Education Program
The USA Volleyball Coach Education Program is in a period of transition, but IMPACT requirements are still in place. IMPACT is the minimum education requirement for coaching in a USAV junior program. It’s free for USAV members ($100 for nonmembers) and can be taken through USAV Academy.
USAVlearn
USAVlearn is a free online educational video series featuring videos on topics ranging from coaching to defensive schemes to officiating. Top volleyball coaches, including WNT head coach Karch Kiraly, and national team consultants share their knowledge to help you perform your best.
Coach Tools
Looking for inspiration? USA Volleyball has compiled drills, competition ideas, blogs, book ideas, webinars and more to help you on your coaching journey. Whether you are a new or veteran coach, these fun and educational ideas will help you improve your coaching IQ and build the basis for success.
Lesson Plans
Providing game-like, age-appropriate and fun lessons for young athletes is a great way to get them hooked on the sport. USA Volleyball has created lessons plans for all age levels, from elementary to high school.
Growing the Game
John Kessel’s Growing the Game blog, gleaned from years of experience as a coach and USA Volleyball’s director of sport development, offers a wealth of information on how to be a teacher on the court. Visit our Stories page for his articles.
Watch
Learn from others by checking out our video library, which features club and national team matches matches, inspiring stories, tips and skill videos. You will also find animated drills and advice from players and coaches.
Your Top College Recruiting Questions Answered
If you’re in high school and serious about volleyball, you’re probably thinking about playing in college. We’ve provided answers to some of the most-often asked college recruiting questions to help you start your recruiting journey.
2020 New Rules Interpretations – November 2019
A new USAV season is underway, and we have a new rulebook and many rule changes. Contact your region for a new rulebook or download your own copy. Here are some highlights and points of emphasis. Scenario One A referee observes a junior player wearing small stud earrings during warmups. They ask the player to...
From ‘Ow!’ to ‘Wow!’
Even imagining an injury can be scary and overwhelming. But the reality of sport is that injuries happen and, unfortunately, sometimes the road to recovery can seem more like a rollercoaster than a highway.
You Will Be a Better Player if You Coach
How our USA coaches might better implement this fact is the focus of this article, for it can also make a huge impact on the development of talent in both the youth levels, and disabled programming of our nation.