Watch as Coaches explain, and players demonstrate this defensive drill progression that focuses on partner communication. Coaches hit across the court to a pair of players and they must dig the balls at the same […]
Effectively Using the Libero
By: Becky Schmidt Originally Published in: Volleyball: Steps to Success Provided by: Human Kinetics The libero is a position that was added to the game in 1998 to lengthen rallies and reduce the advantage seen […]
Figure 8 Setting Drill with with Felipe Coronel – Houston Juniors
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this 3-player setting drill. Two players remain stationary, and one follows a figure 8 movement pattern. All three players will set while focusing on their hands and how […]
Setting the Quick Attack with Keegan Cook – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach Keegan Cook shares game clips and discusses setting the quick attack. Setting your middle hitters is a must for a great serve-receive offense. Coach talks about tempo and explains the differences between […]
Recruiting: Tips for Contacting College Coaches
By: Dr. Micheal Jones – Pasco-Hernando State College Twitter: @TJCF_Basketball As a college coach, we get a high volume of emails every day on recruits. I wanted to provide some examples that may help coaches […]
Post-Match Analysis: Player Feedback and Input with Chad Callihan – Furman Univ.
Watch as Coach explains how he uses team feedback during post-match analysis. Ask your team how they feel, what they did well, and what needs improvement. Use this information when implementing your practice plans.
A Common Mistake People in Authority Make with Dr. Lee Dorpfeld – Univ. of South Florida
Dr. Dorpfeld discusses a mistake that people in authority make when dealing with issues of behavior and choices of athletes. It is important to focus on the behaviors that need attention and not on attacking […]
Being Liked vs. Being Respected
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual BEING LIKED V. BEING RESPECTED “I firmly believe that respect is a lot more important and a lot greater than popularity.” – Julius “Dr. J.” Erving, […]
