Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this blocking drill that trains left-side hitters to assist on a quick set for the middle. Players will focus on good spacing from the net, using medium hands, […]
Pass to Set Drill with Jim McLaughlin (Retired)
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this pass to set drill. Coach emphasizes the importance of being mindful on the court and processing feedback from the coach. Players will focus on reaction time and […]
Setting Drills
By: Becky Schmidt Originally Published in: Volleyball Steps to Success Provided by: Human Kinetics Four-Corners Setting Drill Divide players into four lines, each beginning at the corners of the court (end line and 10-foot [3 […]
Listen to the Match
By: Mike Hebert Originally Published in: Thinking Volleyball Provided by: Human Kinetics Most coaches I know personally or from watching them coach are guilty of the crime of overindulgence. What they have in common is […]
Defining Mental Toughness with Jack Clark – Univ. of CA, Berkeley
Watch as Coach discusses mental toughness and how the term is valued and used a lot but has no clear definition. He states how critical it is that definitions are consistent within an organization so […]
Volleyball Recruiting Right NOW Roundtable
In this Volleyball Coaches Insider Roundtable, we sit down with 5 College Coaches from each level of the college game to discuss how rule changes, scholarship numbers, and the transfer portal have changed the recruiting […]
Middle vs. Middle Team Drill with Tom Hilbert – (Retired) Colorado State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains this 5-on-5 middle vs. middle team drill. You can run this drill with the middle or setter allowed to block or with just the middle blocking. The drill starts with a […]
You Want to Know Why We Win?
By: Teri Clemens and Jenny McDowell Originally Published in: The Volleyball Drill Book Provided by: Human Kinetics Winning coaches are asked a lot of questions, and one of the most frequently asked questions is “Why do […]
Keep Your Garden Free From Weeds
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions “A bad putter is like a bad apple in a barrel. First, it turns your chipping game sour. Then it begins to […]
Eye Sequencing Drill with Cliff Hastings – Parkland College
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this eye sequencing drill that works on offense and defense. Training your players on where to look during the game can be difficult but using numbered targets helps […]
Chaos Passing Drill
By: Teri Clemens and Jenny McDowell Originally Published in: The Volleyball Drill Book Provided by: Human Kinetics Purpose To pass successfully while performing multiple tasks of passing, covering, and relocating. Setup Three passers set up on […]
Bounce 6v6 Out-of-System Game with Kelly Sheffield – Univ. of Wisconsin
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this 6v6 out-of-system ‘bounce’ game. Players will work on out-of-system hitting, setting, and defense with a major emphasis on transitioning allowing a good opportunity for feedback from the […]
Working with Administration and Staff
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions A cooperative relationship with your principals, athletic director, and teachers is crucial. The school staff is equally a part of your program, […]
Defending the Float Serve with Mick Haley – Volleyball MasterCoaches
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this challenging drill that works on defending the float serve. Players must become comfortable with technique while focusing on footwork, platform, and contact. Coach emphasizes the ‘push and […]
Modifying and Adapting a Philosophy
By: Dan Gould & Cliff Mallett Originally Published in: Sport Coaches’ Handbook Provided by: Human Kinetics Thus far we have examined the importance of developing a philosophy and putting it into action. The final step […]
Coaching Advice with Jim Moore – Lane CC (OR)
Watch as Coach explains that there is no prescription for coaching and the most important thing is to be yourself and love what you do. You do not need to be told how to do […]
4 vs. 4 Full-Court Pepper Drill with Nancy Dorsey – St. James Academy (KS)
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this 4 vs. 4 pepper drill that focuses on out-of-system attacking and helps your hitters become more effective. This drill gets all players involved and communicating. It can […]
Coaching Is a Noble Profession with Jay Bilas – ESPN Basketball Analyst
Coaches hold a lot of power and influence over their players and have a responsibility to make sure the entire team has a great experience. It is not only about winning and losing. The overall […]