Creating whip in an arm swing
Stanford coach John Dunning’s main priority when teaching hitting to young kids is emphasizing proper technique that will help prevent shoulder and knee injuries. As he demonstrates in this video,...
View ArticleSit-down setting drill with Terry Liskevych
Terry Liskevych explains a setting drill that focuses on arm strength. The seated setter must use core and arm strength to set each ball the normal height.
View ArticleJim Stone talks blocking systems
Jim Stone talks about how being a good blocking team is essential to be a good defensive team. Stone also shows us proper hand and footwork.
View ArticleChase to swing drill with Kevin Hambly
University of Illinois coach Kevin Hambly demonstrates a drill that works your back row in a scramble situation. The goal is to get five good swings. In order to get a swing, two players in the back...
View ArticleRotating passing drill with Russ Rose
Russ Rose uses this drill to have all of his players practice passing on the court. Players serve the ball to players in serve receive on the opposite side of the court, where they must make effective...
View ArticleTod Mattox on training parents
Tod Mattox talks about how parents can make coaches' lives, "heaven or hell" based on their mindset. Your most knowledgeable parent can be a great asset to the team!
View ArticleBox hitting drill
In order to emphasize weight distribution and a dynamic close step, Joe Sagula has his players step off of a box before jumping and hitting a quick attack.
View ArticleStrength and conditioning exercises with Mark Rosen
In this video Mark Rosen discusses how stronger and more conditioned players are less likely to be injured while playing. He then demonstrates many of his favorite strength and conditioning exercises...
View ArticleHow to use technology with your team
In this lecture Michelle Collier discusses the many ways that coaches can use different types of technology in their gym. Various technology can be used to allow coaches and players to view video of...
View ArticleSet training with Tod Mattox
Tod Mattox talks about training all players in setting to better ready them for out of system plays. Also Mattox talks about controlling the spin on the ball when you pass to make it easier on the...
View ArticleAttacking and muscle memory with Mike Sealy
UCLA coach Mike Sealy talks about the "step close" and how important muscle memory is for hitters to have a consistent approach. Being out of system will never be a problem for hitters who can master...
View ArticleServing practice drill with Dave Rubio
Dave Rubio uses this drill to get his players using correct form with their hands when they serve. He has players move to different areas of the court and practice pinning the ball against the floor or...
View ArticleDefending the serve with Mark Rosen
In this video Mark Rosen discusses how he believes that the first contact after a serve is the most important and players should be taught how to effectively pass after defending a serve. He then...
View ArticleTod Mattox on teaching reading progression
Tod Mattox talks about the importance of reading your opponents and the general progression of each kind. Defensive players must be able to read these actions and adapt at a seconds notice.
View ArticleUsing data to improve your team with Sean Byron
In this video Sean Byron talks about how data and stats can be used to improve players and teams. An important piece of data to focus on is the number of points your team needs to score in a game. This...
View ArticleTerry Liskevych on controlling feelings and attitude
In this lecture Terry Liskevych discusses attitude, feelings, and the mental game of volleyball. Terry wants players and coaches to be in control of their emotions and turn them into a positive...
View ArticleHitting and the approach with Kathy DeBoer
In this video Kathy DeBoer talks about proper form and technique when players are approaching the ball and how to use jump height to maximize power. She wants players to find the jump height where they...
View ArticleJohn Dunning teaching the slide
Stanford coach John Dunning goes over the do's and don'ts of the slide approach and explains how eliminating certain variables can focus your players footwork.
View ArticleDeveloping a hitter who isn’t the greatest athlete
In this video Laurie Glass talks about how to coach and develop hitters that may not be the greatest athlete on the court. She also shows some of the drills she uses for these players to develop their...
View ArticleHitting location drill with Michelle Collier
Michelle Collier, head coach at Georgia Tech, demonstrates a drill she uses to help her pin players adjust to sets with their feet. She tosses variations of the same set (inside, outside, high, low)...
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