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USA Volleyball Development Model

For years, the focus of volleyball in many areas and across various levels shifted to a mindset of winning at all costs.

What we now know is that the most successful teams in the world have developed a model of training and a culture that supports a holistic approach to athlete development which not only sets them up for competitive success on the court, but values and emphasizes the important of athlete health, well-being and long-term involvement in the sport.

The USA Volleyball Development Model was created based on the idea that volleyball in the U.S. could be taught differently, resulting in long-lasting positive outcomes across all measures of performance while keeping kids involved and loving the game longer.

USA Volleyball Development Model

Know Better, Do Better

The five pillars of the USA Volleyball Development model provide the basis for a holistic approach to the core elements that are vital to supporting development at every level and across age groups.

  • Craft: Mastering the skills and strategies of our game
  • Heart: Becoming your best self through connection, gratitude and emotional well-being
  • Mind: Training our minds to maximize performance
  • Body: Developing the physical capacity to train and compete at the highest level
  • Team: Building a culture of excellence that honors ourselves, our team, our game and our country

Role-Based Education

USA Volleyball Education is committed to providing support for the volleyball community with a role-based approach to education and training. Whether you’re planning practices, cheering from the stands or making the right call, we provide the tools and resources to help you succeed.

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Parent Education

Officials Education

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Drills for Sports Imports Volleyball Trainer+ and The Vertec

USA Volleyball partner Sports Imports has provided USA Volleyball coaches with drills for use with their Trainer+ and The Vertec.

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January 1, 2017

Volleyball Parents FAQ

Educating parents about coach philosophies

January 1, 2017

Motivating Young Athletes

Sharing experiences of helping motivate young athletes

January 1, 2017

Intangibles: Taking Heat

Highlight intangible traits, such as: attitude, body language, desire and hustle, communication, leadership, teamwork and motivation

January 1, 2017

High Schools and Their Own Club Teams

Playing to gain experiences and opportunities to excel

January 1, 2017

Give Credit Where Credit is Due

Set an example by showing athletes how to respect each other and give sincere compliments

January 1, 2017

Building a Strong Customer Service Environment

Keep parents and players coming back for more with these important tips.

January 1, 2017

The Benefits of Cross Training

Getting players to venture out of their comfort zone

January 1, 2017

Establishing and Maintaining an Effective Coaching Mindset

Being deliberate in your approach to improvement, in self-evaluation and peer review

January 1, 2017

A Great Coach in the Making: Beyond the Clipboard!

Tips to being a successful assistant coach

January 1, 2017

Arcs and Angles

Teaching the fundamental reasoning behind techniques

January 1, 2017

A Coach and a Parent

Thoughts on being a coach and a parent

December 5, 2016

A Letter to My Younger Self

Lost a friend last month, who impacted so many, without being a coach – just by being damn good at what he did, officiate.  Players around the world held a moment of silence.  We had set up skiing plans for this season, and enjoyed a great Rio Paralympics together – after he was done being a great Rio Beach Olympic referee. 

November 14, 2016

Five Keys to Better Passing

Winning volleyball starts with reliable passing. Here's some advice from five experts on how you can deliver a better ball to your setter.

November 7, 2016

Promoting False Confidence

How can we avoid creating false confidence in players?

November 4, 2016

Lessons we learn from failing

Sometimes, a little reminder is the push you need to keep trying.

November 1, 2016

I Want You To Make Mistakes

For more than 40 years, one of the first things I say to new teams and summer camp players is just that: “I want to see mistakes out here on the court.”  

October 20, 2016

Be Consistent

Consequences and punishment are so prevalent in our sport and this blog explores why. It also talks about how outcome, winning and losing, is "punishment" enough to continue to drive the desire to get better.

October 3, 2016

Don’t Skip Band Practice

Band exercises to strengthen shoulders, back and core are key ways to help prevent injury

October 3, 2016

Helping Elementary and Middle Schools Volleyball through STEM

Learning about volleyball in school does not have to involve waiting in line to get one chance to pass the ball. Find out about the news STEM kit created by USAV and the Huddle Group.

September 16, 2016

Suffering From the Illusion of Knowledge

Years ago, having played some myself, it was easy to say “yes” to coaching my daughter’s 7th grade recreational volleyball team. My twisted logic told me, “I’ve played for years. These are young kids. How hard can this be?” So began my coaching career.