Brand new to volleyball? This list is your cheat sheet! From "sideout" to "pancake," Iâve gathered 51 must-know terms and phrases that beginner coaches hear constantly throughout the season. Whether you're leading a rec team or helping with high school tryouts, learning the language of volleyball will help you coach with confidence!
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Is your team improving or just going through the motions? A mid-season check-in helps you assess growth, boost motivation, and make game-changing adjustments. Get the exact stepsâand a ready-to-use questionnaireâto keep your team on track!
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Want your team to finish matches strong and battle back when behind? The "Keep the Lead" drill forces players to close out games, fight through adversity, and execute under pressureâmaking it a must-have in any high-level volleyball practice!
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Want your volleyball players to move their feet? This progressive passing drill teaches players how to adjust, react, and make game-like decisions. Includes variations to maximize movement, communication, and accuracy!
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Want to avoid parent drama and build a strong, supportive team environment? Learn 7 must-know strategies to communicate effectively, handle playing time concerns, and turn parents into allies instead of obstacles.
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Should you teach three hits or just go for quick points? This article breaks down the pros and cons to help you decide whatâs best for your volleyball team.
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Volleyball is an exciting and dynamic sport that requires a mix of strategy and skill. One of the most effective ways to elevate your team's game is by implementing plays. But when is the right time to use them during a match? Letâs dive in!
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Are they actually not trying? Or is something deeper going on?
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When we see the ball heading for the net, our first emotion is worry. But we can turn this into a situation that our players handle with ease and confidence! It just takes a little practice.
With this quick and easy drill, youâll have your players not only passing out of the net, but attacking the ball back over!
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A volleyball is a volleyball, right? WRONG! Not all volleyballs are created equally, but most people canât tell the difference. This is why Iâm going to explain the different types of volleyballs, when it is best to use each, and even include a few to avoid if possible.
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Does your volleyball team only have 1 hour for practice? Use this full plan as a guide for a fun, high-energy practice session! Bonus: all drills can be adapted to any age with just a few changes!
Read MoreWhat ages will you have come to your camp? And when will camp be? Are the courts even available? How will you check players in? Read through this extensive list of questions to help you plan the best summer volleyball camp!
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With the constant threat of being captured, âPrisonerâ is a volleyball drill that challenges players to step up and perform under pressure. And because players on the court can rescue their teammates, anyone whoâs on the sidelines stays engaged in the drill, cheering loudly!
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Start any match out strong with the âfirst killâ mentality! Confidence in serve receive comes from high-quality reps, which your volleyball team will get plenty of in this drill!
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Run this advanced volleyball drill with high school and club teams who need to work on their block coverage! Players will get a ton of reps working on covering the block and will feel confident handling a block in a match.
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Volleyball relies on quick bursts of speed. Sprinting, jumping, diving, reacting⊠but conditioning is important, too! Use this fun and easy volleyball game to work on serving accuracy under pressure while conditioning your athletes.
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Although peppering is fun and incorporates the basic skills of passing, setting, and hitting, some coaches are strongly opposed to the use of this classic volleyball warm-up.
In this article, Iâm going to explain the pros and cons of peppering so you can better decide if this is a warm-up you want to use with your players.
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If you are a new volleyball coach and want to learn the basics of how to coach volleyball, youâre in the right place! Although there is a lot that goes into coaching, you can feel much more confident on the court by understanding these fundamentals.
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Last week I asked Get The Pancakeâs Instagram followers the following question:
âCoaches: Whatâs one thing you wish you knew in your first season?â
And boy, did you guys deliver!
Itâs important to be aware that no matter how much you prepare or how experienced you are as a player, there are going to be some lessons learned the hard way. However, this list certainly gives you a few areas to focus on!
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The libero position can be confusing, even for experienced coaches! Learn about libero basics, some of the more complex rules, and get explanations on the most challenging aspects of using a libero.
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