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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.
Young athletes need to develop their decision-making skills, and actions by their parents can both help and hurt that development. Here are seven common mistakes adults make when it comes to raising a good decision-maker.
The popular pick-me-up can enhance performance, but it’s important to be aware of the potential side effects.
Eating with the season means you are more likely to get the freshest and most nutritious items.
Club directors and coaches often have to deal with bad behavior in the stands. You can help defuse that behavior by sharing these tips with club parents.
Vaping is thought to be safer than smoking cigarettes, but it is actually harmful to a young athlete's training and long-term health.
Highlights from a 2014 study that examined how participation in high school sports correlated with a person's behaviors and accomplishments later in life.
It's easy as a parent to focus on results. But for well-rounded, lifelong athletes, a focus on recognizing effort rather than results can yield more benefits.
Eating before a match is an important part of being a successful athlete. No matter if a match is over in three sets or goes five sets, here are some fueling tips to make sure your body is ready to keep playing through the end.
With the right nutrients in your diet, you can lower the risk of injury and recover more quickly if you do get hurt.
Playing more than one sport is great for an athlete's well-being. Here's how you can be a supportive coach as they transition between sports.
Dietary supplements are omnipresent in sports, but be cautious before buying.
The body needs iron for growth, development, cellular functioning and to make certain hormones and connective tissue. Making sure your diet includes iron-rich foods is particularly important for athletes.
For many kids, sports provide their first taste of anxiety: the stress of serving at game point or making that all-important dig.
This article should be explained to (and understood by) all parents, as volleyball is known as a sport that is not a “parent-pleaser.”
Parents often look to sports to teach athletes the value of sticking with a task or job even when it gets difficult. But what if your child comes home and says "I want to quit"?
Studies have shown that family members may influence an athlete's involvement and achievement in sport even more than coaches.
A balanced breakfast rich in carbohydrates and proteins regulates appetite and helps you feel satisfied, putting you on track to reach your fueling and nutrition goals.
Being a vegetarian and also being a competitive athlete is becoming far more common, even at sport's highest levels.
Lessons learned from this year's USOC American Development Model Summit
Coaches are one of the biggest influence in athletes' lives, and in many ways putting a stop to bullying behavior begins and ends with the coach.
Beach volleyball is a great game that can help you accomplish your goals of becoming a top athlete. The doubles game can also be played on the grass, using the same portable net systems and rules.
