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USA Volleyball Education is focused on improving developmental and educational opportunities across the sport of volleyball from grassroots to the national team level. Our goal is to provide the opportunity to access, complete and apply high-quality information and methods in the technical, tactical, physical and emotional aspects of the game for athletes and coaches while providing training, support and resources for other key stakeholders including officials, parents and clubs.
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.
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.
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.
USA Volleyball partner Sports Imports has provided USA Volleyball coaches with drills for use with their Trainer+ and The Vertec.
On a match day, the focus is all on performance. But, after you play, what you eat is just as important as what you eat before or during.
It's important for volleyball players to be able to hit with their nondominant hand. It’s not rocket science or hard to achieve.
The process of learning should never stop, and that includes the time between the end of club season and school tryouts. No matter what, remember that the top of the pyramid, our national teams, seek players who are good at all six skills and great at one or two.
Want to know how to become a beach national champion? There are three ways.
Two-time Olympic Medalist Courtney Thompson shows us how to improve our mindsets and become more resilient.
USA Volleyball corporate partner Next College Student Athlete updates athletes on how COVID-19 has affected recruiting.
Produce is a critical part of any diet, and fresh produce is better for the environment, local farmers and your wallet.
Check out these tips on what to bring to satiate your team during day-long events.
Any athlete can show signs of social or sport anxiety. Here are some ways to help your child through these fears.
USA Volleyball Hall of Famers tell why volleyball is special to them
It can be easy for young athletes to overeat. Here's how you can educate your child about serving sizes.
Over the next few weeks, you can do some solo drills at home to work on your game.
Better manage nutrients by cooking at home; these tips will help.
When it comes to errors, every volleyball player makes them. Look at errors on multiple levels to provide learning opportunities.
For your best athletic performance – and for strong bones later in life – it’s important to keep calcium in the body. But how much should you consume, and what are some of the best sources – besides dairy?
SafeSport training can give your athlete valuable, real-world training to help them be more “aware,” both on and off the court. Moreover, there are requirements in place for 18-year-old athletes to take SafeSport training.
Want to take more of a leadership role on your squad? Here are some tips on how to be a more effective leader.
A proper warm-up will leave your muscles loose, warm and ready for a match. Here's how the U.S. Women's National Team prepares for a match.
Good, consistent sleep is crucial for an athlete's recovery. Here's a few tips on how to catch all those important Zs!
