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Episode 69: Passing Technique - Questions From You!

The technique in question: Should players be engaging their legs to pass the ball? Listen in as I break down when players should (and shouldn’t!) use their legs while passing. Topics covered include proper passing form for young players, passing techniques for older players, and access to the new Volleyball Coaches Mastermind Group!

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Episode 61: Teach Your Volleyball Team To Be Aggressive With Downballs and Back Row Attacks

I love aggressive volleyball! And I bet you do, too! Teach your team to be more aggressive and competitive with this quick but fun volleyball drill that teaches players as young as 5th grade to hit downballs and back row attacks.

I guarantee your cheering section will go crazy once your team hits one of these aggressive shots in a match!

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Episode 60: Finding The Goldilocks Zone: Challenging Your Players At Just The Right Level

Aim for the "Goldilocks Zone" with your volleyball drills in practice! We're going for drills that aren't too difficult, aren't too easy, but are just right.

Pushing your players at the right level of difficulty will result in a steady increase in performance while keeping players engaged. Learn how to identify when you may need adjustments in your drills!

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Episode 59. A Behind-The-Scenes Look At Running An Elite Volleyball Program With Your Family - A Conversation with the Curlee Family, Owners of Storm Performance Volleyball Club

Club coaches and Directors, I can guarantee you will finish this podcast feeling inspired and motivated! Listen in as a family out of Corpus Christi shares how they’ve come together to build a volleyball program that is elevating the level of play in South Texas.

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Episode 56. Equity, Inclusion, and Addressing Discrimination in Volleyball - A Conversation with Koko Volley

While the sport of volleyball is growing to include more participants than ever, many players are being left out. The high cost of club and limited access to equipment, dedicated coaches, and issues with the standard uniform prevents many children from ever stepping foot on the volleyball court.

I am THRILLED to address the topics of equity, inclusion, and discrimination in volleyball with the one and only, Koko Volley. Coach Koko has built a tremendous library of videos for volleyball players, all free to watch on her YouTube channel: Koko Volley.

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Episode 55. Social Media for High School, Club, and College Volleyball Programs - A Conversation with Sports Marketing Coach Amy Jo Opsal

Have you been put in charge of the social media accounts for your volleyball program? Are you hoping to grow your volleyball club or reach new fans for your high school and college programs?

This week as Amy Jo Opsal from Sports Marketing Coach shares a TON of tips for coaches and administrators looking to grow their Facebook and Instagram accounts for their programs.

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Episode 54. Helping Female Athletes Balance Sport with Life: A Conversation with Taylor Treacy, Creator of The Virago Project

We often think that athletes have the perfect life. They’re looked up to and seem to have it all together. But as you’ll learn in this episode, that’s not the case!

Taylor Treacy, creator of The Virago Project, talks to us about mindset shifts she made as a player, her goal-setting routine, and advice she has for athletes hoping to play in college.

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Episode 48. Coaching Your Kids - A Coaching Conversation With My Dad!

Are you coaching your own child this season? You can have a HUGE impact on the lessons they learn through sport based on how you approach your coaching role. Listen in as I chat with my own father who coached me when I was younger. I'm positive you'll finish the episode with a few epiphanies that spark some great discussions with your kids.

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Episode 46. Which Comes First... Success or Growth?

Do you only become successful after hard work and growth? Or does success lead to growth? Listen to this quick episode that breaks down how to strategically use "success" in order to help your athletes gain confidence on the court and get better in their sport.

Break down your opponent's strengths and weaknesses, then use your team's talents to chip away at them. Practice "ugly" volleyball to prepare for this opportunity, and be ready to go into the match with high expectations!

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