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Teach Passing Better, Making Cuts, and Tom Black's new Substack
Description
In this episode of The Volley Pod, hosts Davis and Tod discuss effective coaching strategies for teaching volleyball, particularly focusing on passing techniques and player development.
They emphasize the importance of movement patterns, platform awareness, and the need for flexibility in training.
The conversation also covers the sensitive topic of making cuts in teams, highlighting the need for empathy and clarity in the process.
Teach movement patterns to enhance player skills.
Focus on platform awareness for better passing.
Modify techniques based on ball movement.
Emphasize posture and balance during play.
Provide players with multiple options for passing.
Create realistic training environments for players.
Serve tougher to challenge players effectively.
Use objective measurements to assess player skills.
Communicate clearly about cuts and team selections.
Follow up with players after cuts to provide support.
The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos from Today’s Episode
https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/tods-tips-serve-receive-footwork-patterns/ Tod Mattox from The Volley Pod
https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/cathy-george-serve-receive-keys/ Cathy George from Michigan State University
https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/serve-and-pass-battle/ Mark Rosen, Kirsten Bernthal Booth, and Terry Liskevych
Resource of the Week
https://thomasmblack.substack.com/?trk=public_post-text Tom Black from Georgia University’s new Substack
His writing dives into learning in general as well as volleyball specific content. Fascinating, insightful, and useful for anyone trying to be their best self.
Check out Tod Mattox's books!
Available on Amazon!
The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guide Book for Players and Parents by Tod Mattox
&
The Volley Coach’s Book of Lists by Tod Mattox
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