June 27, 2025
The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guidebook for Players and Parents by The Volley Pod's Tod Mattox
The VolleyPod presented by The Art of Coaching VolleyballAbout this episode
This conversation explores various aspects of volleyball coaching, focusing on mental performance strategies, parental guidance, effective communication between players and coaches, and the importance of reading the game. The discussion also highlights creative ways to engage young players, the benefits of beach volleyball, and the significance of scouting opponents. Additionally, it emphasizes the value of video analysis for self-improvement and categorizing cues for effective defense. Takeaways The coaching book includes valuable insights for players and parents. Mental performance strategies can enhance a player's game. Parents play a crucial role in supporting their young athletes. Reading the game is essential for coaches and players alike. Effective communication between players and coaches is vital. Visual skills in serve receive can significantly impact performance. Creative games can make learning volleyball fun for kids. Improving reading and decision-making skills is key to success. Exploring beach volleyball can benefit indoor players. Scouting opponents can give teams a competitive edge. Titles Unlocking Volleyball Potential: A Guide for Coaches and Parents Mastering Mental Performance in Volleyball "Promote a healthy balance." "Play animal volleyball." "Let them figure it out." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Volleyball Journey 03:30 Mental Performance Strategies for Players 06:11 Supporting Young Athletes: A Parent's Guide 08:57 Reading the Game: Key Skills for Coaches 12:12 Visual Skills in Serve Receive 15:00 Creative Games for Young Players 17:52 Improving Decision Making in Volleyball 20:38 Exploring Beach Volleyball for Indoor Players 23:42 Scouting Opponents: Key Observations 26:27 Priorities for Self-Video Analysis 29:03 Conclusion and Resources 29:47 gaming-intro-high-short.wav Keywords volleyball, coaching, mental performance, parental guidance, player development, reading the game, communication, serve receive, beach volleyball, scouting