coaching tools i love
All of the resources I recommend for volleyball coaches, available through Amazon and trusted partners.
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Organization
No matter how advanced we get in our daily lives, a coach will always deal with paperwork! Keeping said paperwork organized can be a challenge if you don’t have a system! That’s why I recommend clipboards with storage (that seals!), desktop organizers, and the often forgotten pencil bag… seriously, this thing will make your life a lot easier! If your team will ever ref, I recommend you stock it with pencils, pens, and erasers that actually work.
SmartWatches
A smartwatch is a coaching essential! I use the Fitbit Charge, but I know plenty of coaches who prefer to use an Apple Watch! Whatever smartwatch you choose, you’ll love how easy it is to keep your practices running smoothly. Whether you’re checking the time mid-toss to stay on schedule, timing your players as they progress through a drill, or checking if that incoming call is Suzy who’s running late because she can’t find your court, you’ll be happy you have a smartwatch!
Coaching Gear
Staying comfy while coaching is not as easy as it looks! Being prepared to jump on the court if needed provides a unique challenge for us coaches. Additionally, being prepared for temperature changes while traveling (cold bus rides, waiting outside in the snow for facilities to open, gyms without air conditioning…) is an important consideration when picking out your “coaching outfit” for the day!
Coaching EQUIPMENT
These are my favorite coaching tools for volleyball, from the humble cone all the way up to the setter’s training net. Make sure to put your name on everything, because people tend to want to take these awesome tools with them! 😂
Coaching Packets
Save time and money on forms and worksheets when you purchase one of our bundled packets!
Starter Packet: Best for new coaches looking for the basics to kick-start their season.
Essentials Packet: Great for new and experienced coaches who are looking for help from tryouts through the end of the year!
Ultimate Packet: Over 60 pages of forms, worksheets, and instructions! Team bonding activities, social media planning, and much more! Perfect for year-round coaches and club directors.
Books
These are the books I turn to when I need inspiration… oh yeah and I included the two that I wrote as well ;)
VOLLEYBALLS
There are a lot of volleyballs out there! Baden, Tachikara, Wilson… The list goes on! Here’s a list of MY favorite volleyballs. For more on volleyballs, check out this article: “Which Volleyball Should I Get?”
Recovery
You may not be the one jumping and diving every match, but after a long day of coaching, it can sure feel like it! Tournament days, camps, and even home matches can leave the best of us feeling sore and wiped out the next day. Help your body recover with any of these products and you’re sure to feel your aches start to melt away!
GIFTs FOR VOLLEYBALL COACHES and players
Just trust me, the smile will be immediate if you gift these items to a volleyball player or coach!
