It’s completely normal to feel hesitant about mental coaching, especially if you’re worried it might feel like therapy or make you seem weak. Many athletes share those same concerns at first. But here’s the thing—mental coaching is actually about building strength,...
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How to Teach Mental Toughness
For coaches, teaching players how to be "mentally tough" and subscribe to a positive mindset is one of the toughest skills a coach has to teach. Research indicates that mental toughness can be developed through targeted interventions and experiences (Liew, G.C., Kuan,...
Beating Burnout: How Teen Athletes Can Stay Happy, Healthy, and on Top of Their Game
Have you ever felt like you're just running on empty, no matter how much you love your sport? Or maybe you've noticed that your once boundless energy for practice sessions and games has started to wane? Well, you're not alone. Many young athletes face a challenge...
What Is Motivation?
What drives you to dive for every ball, jump for every spike, and push through every practice? In this blog, we'll explore the different facets of motivation: internal, external, and the often-overlooked concept of amotivation. We'll also delve into the natural...
Unraveling the Truth About Motivation: A Guide for Young Volleyball Athletes
Today, I want to talk to you about a topic that's crucial in sports, yet often misunderstood: motivation. As a junior volleyball player, understanding what truly drives you can make a significant difference in your athletic journey. Let's debunk some myths and get to...
Volleyball Positions | Everything You Need to Know
Volleyball is one of the most popular sports in the world, played by millions of people at all levels. This popularity has led to the sport being played in many different formats, from pick-up games on beaches to organized leagues and tournaments. If you’re new to...
How to Set and Keep Your Goals
Every year, most people have either made goals or have considered making goals. But, the problem with creating goals is that most people aren’t good at it. Their goals lack clarity or direction or they’re too broad. I am going to briefly go over how you create BETTER...
Libero Strategy: What is a Libero and Where Should They Play?
This question comes up a lot from coaches trying to figure out the best defensive strategy for their team. Do you play the Libero in Left Back or Middle Back? What are the pros and cons of each scenario and how can you get the most out of your defense. It's a great...
How Many Sets Are Played in Volleyball
Volleyball is a sport that generally has a different set of rules depending on the level of play. Although many of the rules do overlap, there are some small differences in how rules are interpreted and applied. Another difference can be the number of sets that are...
How to Make Better Mistakes in Volleyball
Making mistakes is part of volleyball. There’s no way around it. But hopefully, with a little bit of practice, you can learn to make better mistakes which will then lead you to be a better volleyball player. Before we learn how to make BETTER mistakes, we first have...
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