1) Enjoy the game 2) Embrace improvement every day 3) Learn to be comfortable being uncomfortable. The most improvement happens outside your comfort zone. 4) Love to compete 5) Become good at the game (all skills) 6) Develop an identity (great hitter/passer/defender/etc) 7) Learn the essence of your position. Each position has specific movement patterns. […]
How Important Is Serving in the Game of Volleyball?
Serving is critical, not only for a team’s success, but an individual’s, as well. It is the first touch on the defensive side of the ball, and sets the tone for each point. A strong serve not only sets your team up for a tactical advantage, but a psychological one, as well. A less than […]
Learn To Be Comfortable Being Uncomfortable
At every practice session, your daughter will face challenges that push her to evolve into a better Volleyball player. Encourage her to welcome these challenges and embrace the discomfort, for it is within this discomfort the most significant growth takes place.
The Work Is The Talent
The concept that the work is the talent challenges the conventional idea of talent as an innate, fixed attribute and instead places emphasis on the power of dedication, perseverance, and deliberate practice. It suggests that sustained effort, continuous learning, and a relentless commitment to improvement are the true drivers of success in any endeavor. In […]
Volleyball Success: Nature vs. Nurture?
Some individuals possess certain physical attributes that give them an initial advantage in volleyball, such as height or athleticism. While these characteristics can be beneficial, they do not guarantee success in the sport. Volleyball is highly technical, and even the most naturally gifted athletes must develop proper technique, skills, and abilities to excel. Conversely, players […]
Questions For College Coaches
Do you offer tutors for all classes? Do you have priority enrollment for student-athletes? Do you have academic advisors specifically for student-athletes? Do you have a student-athlete academic center? What are the academic requirements for your school? What NIL opportunities exist for Volleyball players? Does the school assist student-athletes in securing NIL deals? Do your […]
Putting Together a Recruiting Video?
There are many ways to produce a recruiting video. Some things to keep in mind: – College coaches are very busy and get a ton of videos (links) to look at. The easier you make it on the them, the better the chances they will watch it. The main goal of the video is to […]
Welcome to Pass Set Hit
“The best passing drill is pass-set-hit. The best setting drill is pass-set-hit. The best hitting drill is pass-set-hit. Anything less than a game situation, unless very well planned, has the possibility of introducing artificial situations, and complete transfer to the game might not occur when drills are constructed in this manner.” — Marv Dunphy