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Arcs and Angles

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Teaching the fundamental reasoning behind techniques

A Coach and a Parent

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Thoughts on being a coach and a parent

A Letter to My Younger Self

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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. 

Five Keys to Better Passing

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

Promoting False Confidence

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How can we avoid creating false confidence in players?

Lessons we learn from failing

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

I Want You To Make Mistakes

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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.”  

Be Consistent

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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.

Don’t Skip Band Practice

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

Helping Elementary and Middle Schools Volleyball through STEM

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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.