Get The Pancake: A Podcast For Volleyball Coaches

Tryout time is here! Are you ready? Listen in as I walk you through some "best practices" for running volleyball tryouts and share my honest opinions on what makes a successful tryout. SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/70-running-volleyball-tryouts --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support

SHOW NOTES 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. + Access to the new Volleyball Coaches Mastermind Group! - - - - - - - - - - - LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST EPISODE - - - - - - - - - - - + Volleyball Coaches Corner Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796 + Passing With A Focus (Platform Work): https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips//passing-with-a-focus + Passing Progression Drill (Video): https://youtu.be/zp0ZoxakfWk + Volleyball Coaches Mastermind Group: https://getthepancake.com/mastermind-signup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support

Peer pressure is a great substitute for game-like pressure! This week I discuss a few ways to incorporate one of my favorite teaching tools in practice to help my teams succeed when game day rolls around! - - - - - - - - - SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/68-peer-pressure --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support

Identify what might be holding your team back from communicating... and learn what you can do about it! See the Show Notes on www.getthepancake.com for links mentioned in this episode: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/67-communication --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Practice can be productive AND fun... but first you need to discover what "fun" means to you! Listen in as the case is made that by figuring out what makes you smile can lead to a more productive (and of course, fun) volleyball season. SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/66-making-volleyball-fun --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Learn how to promote yourself in person to find clients for private volleyball lessons. Order your copy today: Private Lessons: A Volleyball Coach’s Guide To Getting Started SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/65-promoting-yourself/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

This episode is packed with actions that volleyball coaches can take to step up their game. I learned so much in this episode and think you will, too! Be sure to check out “The Sideline” podcast by Annie DeLoid and Matt Stolz to hear exciting stories from college volleyball coaches. SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/64-the-sideline --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Power volleyball is great... but finesse can be a secret weapon when used appropriately! Watch and listen to this podcast for volleyball coaches to learn more about how to improve your offense, get in the heads of your opponents, and increase the number of situations your players are prepared for. SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/63-finesse/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Why cue words + hand signals are important while coaching volleyball: 1. Allow you to coach volleyball with a mask on. 2. Help quiet coaches communicate better in loud gyms with their teams. 3. Teach players the basics of volleyball in an easy-to-understand manner. 4. Replace long technical descriptions of techniques and coaching philosophy into just a few words. SEE MORE IN THE SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/62-volleyball-cue-words/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

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! SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/61-downballs-back-row-attacks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

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. SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/60-goldilocks-zone/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

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. ------------------ TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE ------------------ + The road to starting a volleyball club. + The type of athletes coaches love to work with. + What Club Directors at top programs look for in volleyball coaches. + Areas of focus to take your club to the next level. + The key to a successful social media strategy for volleyball clubs and businesses. + Club program add-ons: Fast 4’s, Mini-Leagues, Camps, and Performance Training. + Running a volleyball club during a pandemic. ------------------ SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/59-volleyball-club-family-business ------------------ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Have you ever thought to yourself, "Taylor could be such a great setter, she just needs a little fine-tuning and she could be the best in her league. If only I had more time to work with her." If so, you could probably run a great private lesson! Many coaches haven't considered running private volleyball lessons before... despite the fact that they'd make a huge impact on their players! Listen as I discuss why I love running private lessons, plus I share tips to help you get started by next weekend! SHOW NOTES: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/58-private-volleyball-lessons/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Alright Coaches, let's practice a little self-care this week! You spend so much time giving to others, it's important to take make some time for yourself, too! This week, I want to introduce you briefly to a "personality test" known as the Enneagram. This tool will help volleyball coaches better understand what motivates them (both positively and negatively) and can help you relate better with your fellow coaches and administrators. Learning about yourself is a great way to recharge so you can tackle another week! Give yourself 15-20 minutes to take the test and learn more about yourself, and I guarantee it'll shift your perspective on how you approach coaching. Go to getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/57-enneagram for links to take a free test, and learn more about your type! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

*As a head’s up, some parents may be uncomfortable listening to this episode with their children at first since we cover some sensitive topics. To respect every parent’s decision on how they address these topics with their kids, I encourage you to listen to this podcast first before listening with your child or talking to them about the topics in today’s episode. 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. SHOW NOTES: https://getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/56-equity-inclusion-and-discrimination-in-volleyball-koko-volley --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

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? Listen in 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. SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/55-social-media-for-volleyball-programs --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Contrary to popular belief, coaching volleyball is about more than just running good drills. In fact, a lot of your success as a coach is based on what happens OFF the court. Team bonding activities, being organized, and communicating well with parents… these are the things that truly make a difference. And this podcast is all about advice for volleyball coaches, sharing new ideas, and bringing on guests who offer new perspectives. I hope you enjoy the podcast and want to be the first to say, “welcome” to the Get The Pancake community. Learn more about how to coach volleyball and find valuable coaching tools at www.getthepancake.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

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. Show Notes: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/54-the-virago-project --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Man, are we going through some stressful times or what!? Since about mid-April after things started shutting down, I've been feeling a lot of stress and anxiety related to the future of our sport. And I know I’m not alone! Even though times are tough right now, we WILL get through this! In this week’s episode, I share different strategies for dealing with stress and anxiety as a coach. Because even after we’re all back on the court and our seasons go back to normal, there are still a lot of stressful situations that arise while coaching… And I want you to be prepared! SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/coaching-volleyball-stress --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

We all know that developing the athletes in our volleyball programs is important... but when it comes to deciding HOW to do that best, we can be left scratching our heads. That's why I am SO excited to share this week's episode of the podcast with you! Brett Lewis, Technical Director and 17/18U Head Coach for the Moncton Chargers, shares the steps he's taken to not only help grow the club he coaches for, but to also help the new coaches in his program understand the goals of the organization. Show notes can be found at https://getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/program-culture-brett-lewis. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

What’s the best way to get your child to listen to your feedback when it comes to her mindset? What should you say to your athlete on the ride home from a tough match? Listen in as Paige Tonz, Girls Athlete Mindset Mentor walks us through the best way to handle these situations and more! SHOW NOTES AND GIVEAWAY DETAILS: www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/paige-tonz --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

I can't believe it! Today marks 50 episodes for the Get The Pancake podcast! In order to celebrate, today will cover our top 5 episodes (plus a key takeaway from each) AND we're doing a giveaway! For more information about the giveaway and the links mentioned in this episode, head to www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/50-top-takeaways. —————— GIVEAWAY OVERVIEW —————— Asics shoe giveaway runs May 24th, 2020 12:01 AM PST - May 31st, 2020 11:59 PM PST. Winner to be announced one (1) week later. See the Official Rules of the giveaway here: https://getthepancake.com/asics-shoes-giveaway. How to enter the Giveaway during the Promotion Period online: One (1) entry: Leave a rating of the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake). One (1) entry: Subscribe or Follow the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake). Two (2) entries: Leave a written review of the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake). One (1) entry up to six (6) total entries: Tag a friend on the May 24th, 2020 Instagram post by @getthepancake announcing the giveaway. Entry is for the account making the comment only. Entrant must also follow @getthepancake on Instagram to be eligible for the prize. Failure to follow @getthepancake on Instagram will result in Entrant ineligibility. Limit of ten (10) entries per individual. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Looking for a little guidance on how to structure your volleyball practices? This week I share how I spend the first 10 minutes of practice with every team I coach... no exceptions! Not only will you increase your odds of starting on time (always a challenge), you'll also learn how to incorporate team bonding into every practice. Click here for the Show Notes from today's episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

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. Looking for the show notes? Visit https://getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/48-coaching-your-kid for links and resources mentioned in this episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

What warm-ups are best for volleyball? Should you stretch before practice? Is there a best workout for volleyball players? You don't have to wonder anymore! David Hardy, volleyball trainer, makes these complex topics easy to understand for even beginner coaches! —————— GET IN TOUCH WITH DAVID —————— Instagram: @davidhardytrainer & @trademarkperformance (the company David works for) Facebook: David Hardy - Trainer Work with David in person: http://www.trademarkpc.com or call (219) 256-3832 —————— TRAINING ARTICLES BY DAVID HARDY ON WWW.GETTHEPANCAKE.COM —————— "Warming Up Before Playing Volleyball": https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-warmups "Training Differences Between Middle School and High School Volleyball Players": https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/training-middle-school-high-school-volleyball "ACL/MCL Injury Prevention": https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/acl-mcl-injury-prevention-volleyball "ACL Injuries and Female Athletes": https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/acl-injuries-in-females-athletes —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES —————— ✅ "Essentials Packet" with all the basic printable new coaches need to get started: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-coach-essentials ⭐️ "Ultimate Packet" with EVERY printable from Get The Pancake (at 20% off!): https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-coach-ultimate-packet

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. —————— DRILLS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Shuttle Passing: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/easy-passing-drill-shuttle-passing Team Serving Challenge: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/team-serving-challenge-serving-under-pressure Hitting Lines vs. Defense: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-hitting-lines-vs-defense —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

Win more volleyball games using these simple (but not always obvious) strategies! 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! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Get The Pancake website: https://getthepancake.com/ Teach Your Passers To Read The Hitters: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/read-the-hitter —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

Have you ever been accused of "having favorites" as a volleyball coach? If the answer is "no," it's probably just a matter of time! In this episode, I break down my theory on why players sometimes struggle with the decisions their coaches make. Deciding playing time, making your team, choosing captains... You can make these decisions easier on yourself and clearer for your players by first defining your values, sharing those values, and therefore giving players the framework they need to grow. Ultimately, this will reduce accusations of favoritism from players and parents. Please review the podcast and share it with a coaching friend! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— How to Make Hard Choices, a TED Talk by Ruth Chang: https://www.ted.com/talks/ruth_chang_how_to_make_hard_choices#t-1161052 "Volleyball Coaches Corner" closed Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

On this week’s episode of the Get The Pancake Podcast, I speak with a good friend of mine, Lynette Ray. Lynette has a wide range of experiences in the volleyball world… from officiating to being the director of a club program, this former college athlete and current volleyball coach has a ton of experiences to share… and she’s only 28! Listen in as she shares how her current 18’s team is dealing with the 6-week gap in their season due to coronavirus, some of the most surprising feedback she’s received from her players, and advice for coaches when they’re officiating. If you’re anything like me, you’ll walk away from this conversation feeling inspired and motivated to be a better volleyball coach. —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

I'm just going to be honest with you... when it comes to skill development and comfort on the court, open gyms are better for most players than camps or clinics! You can improve the quality of volleyball in your area by simply offering a 1-2 hour open gym every week, provided you create a great learning environment for your players! Follow my tips to see a jump in overall skill and awareness on the court with players in your area. NOTE: Coaches may have restrictions on the interactions they can have with players out of season, so please check with your local governing body before scheduling open gyms! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Freeball/Downball Game: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill The Downball Game: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/the-downball-game Queen of The Court: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-drill-classics-queen-of-the-court —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

Anytime we're separated from our athletes (vacation, breaks, or mandated lockdowns), we're not able to coach them, right? ...WRONG! With just a few free apps, you're able to work with athletes anywhere, anytime. Listen to today's episode to get the full details on how I remotely work with players to provide them with helpful feedback digitally, while also boosting my coaching income (totally optional) in the process. —————— RESOURCES TO GET STARTED ——————

Thinking about coaching volleyball this season? Have you really thought about whether it will fit into your schedule or not? Coaching can be a huge time commitment, especially when you compare "scheduled" coaching hours to the time you actually spend! Listen in as I discuss typical time requirements for rec volleyball coaches, middle school and high school volleyball coaches, and of course, club volleyball coaches. Keep in mind that your area might be different, and I encourage you to reach out to current coaches to learn more about differences in your area! —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

Have you ever coached a team where it felt like everyone was dragging their feet? Or have you had a match where everything felt frantic and out of control? Instead of hoping for your team to "return to normal" it's time you take matters into your own hands! Teach your team to "control the thermostat" and influence the pace of the match using these simple analogies as cue words. —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

Don't let little issues turn into disasters! Schedule mid-seasons evaluations with your volleyball team for a "progress report" now to save yourself headaches later on! —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

This week on the Get The Pancake Podcast, I'm going to read you an article I shared recently on www.getthepancake.com. The way you handle mistakes after a bad tournament has a huge impact on your performance moving forward, so be sure to follow these 4 simple steps before your next practice. —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Original Article (Links Included): https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/4-steps-to-recover-from-a-bad-tournament Episode 33. Building Up To Chaos: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/33-building-up-to-chaos-creating-learning-environment/id1455984211?i=1000462264667 How To Create Your Own Volleyball Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/how-to-create-your-own-volleyball-drill —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

If you’re a new volleyball coach, you’re probably worried about… well, everything. Even if you have a year or two under your belt, you’re probably still working on refining your coaching philosophy, learning the latest techniques and strategies, spending extra time researching volleyball drills and skill breakdowns, signing up for coaching clinics… I think you get my point. When you're a new coach, it seems like you're always striving to learn more. But when you've been coaching for a couple of years? You start to feel like you just... know everything! Don't get me wrong, you definitely know more than when you started. But the comfort in our past successes can easily distract from future growth. In today's episode, I'll share personal stories to spark ideas in your mind about ways you can improve in your own career and avoid this trap! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Get The Pancake Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Episode 34: My Volleyball Team Doesn't Get Along... Please Help!: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000461608934 Episode 35: Top 4 Reasons Parents Get Frustrated With Their Child's Volleyball Coach: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000463706363 "Volleyball Coaches Corner" Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

Frustrated parents = headaches for volleyball coaches. But based on feedback from parents who follow GTP on Instagram, a lot of these headaches are avoidable. Listen in as I outline top complaints from parents and breakdown how YOU can improve these important relationships. Happy parents means less drama and a better experience for everyone! —————— MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —————— Playing Time Philosophy (GTP Episode 34): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000463059039 Roles on a Volleyball Team Printout (After Newsletter Sign-Up): https://getthepancake.com/ 7 Ways a Volleyball Coach Decides Playing Time: https://youtu.be/BCJT10tQzyl/ Team Questionnaire Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-questionnaire-packet —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

Have you sat down and determined your playing time philosophy for your volleyball team? Or, are you just making adjustments as you go? Listen to this week's volleyball coaching podcast episode as I discuss the pros and cons of equal playing time, playing time based strictly on performance, and my own personal playing time philosophy which I have developed over the years. —————— Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

Too many coaches teach skills in a controlled environment, and then wonder why their team can't pass, hit, etc. in a match. It's because you haven't practiced in "chaos!" In this episode of the Get The Pancake Podcast, I take you from skill introduction to gameplay execution in just 20-25 minutes. Regardless of your team's skill level or age group, "building up to chaos" is a great way to incorporate more gamelike volleyball drills into practice. —————— Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support —————— DRILLS MENTIONED —————— Freeball/Downball: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill Hitting Lines Vs Defense: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-hitting-lines-vs-defense —————— HELPFUL RESOURCES ——————

I get asked this question ALL. THE. TIME. And I'm not surprised! Being on a volleyball team means facing challenges day after day with individuals you may or may not get along with. This is tough for most adults I know, let alone teen and preteen athletes. In this episode, I'll walk you three types of "interventions" you can use when your volleyball team doesn't get along. This moves from easiest to implement to the more challenging ways to deal with conflict. At the end of this episode, you should have one or two new tactics to help your volleyball team get along at your next practice. —————— LINKS AND RESOURCES —————— Private Facebook Group "Volleyball Coaches Corner": https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ [BOOK] “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season”: https://amzn.to/2Q2ODYa Mandating High-Fives Study (Discussed in Episode 23 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/3459794/kraus.touch.2010.pdf?response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DTactile_communication_cooperation_and_pe.pdf&X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIWOWYYGZ2Y53UL3A%2F20190923%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20190923T183052Z&X-Amz-Expires=3600&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=cce1d321f8576bd589550912c2fd2adced630bdcc20a8f21793fd4642d99b397 Team Cohesion and Team Success in Sport: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/026404102317200828?src=recsys Team Bonding Activity "Common Enemy" (Discussed in Episode 20 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-bonding-common-enemy Team Building Through Team Goal Setting: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10413209708415386?src=recsys Volleyball Goal Setting Packet (Discussed in Episode 8 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets Episode 18: Cut The "C" Players (Apple Podcasts Link): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000445488348 —————— LET’S GET SOCIAL! —————— Website: https://getthepancake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Have you been thinking about running a volleyball clinic for your players, but weren't sure where to start? Let me share some helpful tips on how to structure your clinics so you can start introducing the sport we all love to more athletes. Sign-up for the Get The Pancake Newsletter at www.getthepancake.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

If you are coaching beginners in volleyball, this is episode is a *MUST* listen! Do you need a crash course on the basic rules of volleyball, what skills young volleyball players need to know, and what concepts you need to teach them? Let me walk you through how to coach beginner volleyball step-by-step! ---------- LINKS ---------- Original Article: www.getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/ultimate-guide-5th-6th-grade-volleyball How to Underhand Serve a Volleyball for Beginners: https://youtu.be/E65rysfSWNQ How to Run a 6-2 in Volleyball: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/6-2-offensive-volleyball-system How to Run a 5-1 in Volleyball:https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/5-1-offensive-volleyball-system Setting Down the Alley: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/teaching-your-setter-to-set-along-the-net-not-to-the-hitter [BOOK] Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide for Your First Season: https://amzn.to/2Q2ODYa Closed Facebook Group "Volleyball Coaches Corner:" https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ DRILLS Dead Fish Hitting Survivor Shuttle Passing Jousting Group Work 1 Touch, 2 Touch, 3 Touch, Columbus Queen of the Court --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Are you a new volleyball coach who is trying to understand the positions on a volleyball team? Are you trying to place players in positions but don't know where to start when looking at your roster? Let me help! Keep in mind... this information is highly generalized and more for younger and newer teams. I hope this provides you with guidance but if you disagree with anything I highly encourage you to do what you think is best for your team! There have been plenty of times I myself have gone against the general advice provided in this episode, simply because it didn't work with the roster I had that season. I wish you good luck, and if you'd like to discuss further I encourage you to join the Volleyball Coaches Corner group on Facebook where you can talk to other volleyball coaches across the world! —————— Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/support ----------- LINKS ----------- Volleyball Coaches Corner: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ Get The Pancake: www.getthepancake.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

It's that time of year again! Let me share three tips that I believe will make a HUGE difference in how you coach volleyball this year. Highly recommended for all coaches, but new volleyball coaches will especially benefit from the information in this podcast. ----------- LINKS ----------- Rules Article Link: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/team-rules-free-printable Podcast Episode 10: Chapter 4: Beginning of the Season: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437901676 Book: Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season on Amazon: https://amzn.to/33W0fSy Hosting a Cookie Exchange: https://www.handletheheat.com/how-to-host-a-cookie-exchange/ Team Questionnaire Packet: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-questionnaire-packet Freeball/Downball Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill Get The Pancake on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuoH_J7d3CO_o1FlUr7S1RA/featured --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Lindsey Napela Berg is a former Olympic and professional volleyball athlete, born in Honolulu, Hawaii. Lindsey played volleyball for the University of Minnesota and in three Olympic Games for the US national team, winning two Olympic silver medals. She is currently building a platform, THE CUORE PROJECT, to share, educate and inspire. She is focusing on female volleyball athletes, to provide a positive resource for those coming up in the sport. ----------- LINKS ----------- THE CUORE PROJECT: Website: https://www.thecuoreproject.com/ Instagram: @thecuoreproject YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3kiACc0KxBT-vkl_vpX2xA FOLLOW LINDSEY: Instagram: @napela MORE LINKS: How to watch professional and college and volleyball: www.flovolleyball.tv --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

In this week's volleyball podcast episode, you get TWO articles from getthepancake.com read to you, PLUS audio from the Get The Pancake YouTube channel is included. It's that time of the year when the end of the season is sneaking up on us... don't get caught by surprise! This week's episode includes tips on what to do for volleyball seniors on senior night, end of season party ideas, and how to give a great speech at your end of the year volleyball party! ---------- LINKS ---------- Original Articles: "5 Ways To Honor Seniors on Senior Night:" https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/5-ways-to-honor-seniors-on-senior-night "End of Season Party Ideas:" https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/end-of-season-party-ideas Original Video from YouTube: "5 Steps to a Great End of Season Speech:" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93sbtCs0lGw&t=9s Get The Pancake YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuoH_J7d3CO_o1FlUr7S1RA Get The Pancake Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/getthepancake?listId=1WAHZCEO9GAD0 Fillable Awards from Get The Pancake: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-award-certificate-color-bundle --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

I thought this week I'd go more "motivational" and share a very small portion of one of the most influential books on my own personal coaching career. John Wooden was an astonishing basketball coach who achieved much during his long career, and I've always found his style, values, and teachings to be motivational, no matter what situation I was in. Let me share two building blocks of his infamous "Pyramid of Success" with you in this week's episode. ----------- LINKS ----------- Affiliate link to "Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success" (the exact copy I own. Heads up, this one was written with a preacher and has religious applications as well.): https://amzn.to/2ALpWIl Affiliate link to "Wooden on Leadership: How to Create a Winning Organization": https://amzn.to/30KXTU0 Affiliate link to "They Call Me Coach": https://amzn.to/30KenM4 Volleyball Tryout Evaluation Forms: https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-tryouts-evaluation-forms Get The Pancake website: https://getthepancake.com Get The Pancake on Instagram: https://instagram.com/getthepancake Don't forget to RATE and SHARE if you enjoy the Get The Pancake Podcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

What motivates players more, a "good job" or a high five? Find out in this week's episode of the Get The Pancake Podcast, a podcast for volleyball coaches! ----------- LINKS ----------- Original study: "High fives motivate: the effects of gestural and ambiguous verbal praise on motivation” by Bradley J. Morris and Shannon R. Zentall, published in the Frontiers in Psychology journal in 2014. Read my article on getthepancake.com: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/motivating-players Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/getthepancake --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

Questions addressed in today’s episode: - “How do you motivate players? To talk, to encourage each other, to play hard, etc?” - ”How can I get a school to give me a shot at coaching if I’ve never coached before?” - “How to help a coach when you are a parent?” - “What is your suggestion on a healthy praise/criticism ratio?” - “How do you feel about Player A saying Player B’s name when she thinks it’s their ball?” - “Never coached before but have played. I am now head varsity coach at a big high school. Tips?” ----------- LINKS ----------- Get The Pancake on Instagram: instagram.com/getthepancake Study on High-Fives: https://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/3459794/kraus.touch.2010.pdf?response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DTactile_communication_cooperation_and_pe.pdf&X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIWOWYYGZ2Y53UL3A%2F20190923%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20190923T183052Z&X-Amz-Expires=3600&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=cce1d321f8576bd589550912c2fd2adced630bdcc20a8f21793fd4642d99b397 Interview Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437901676 Interview Article: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/interview-to-coach-volleyball Chapter 4 from "Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437901676 Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season: https://amzn.to/2l5PQm6 The Volleyball Coaching Bible Review: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/book-review-the-volleyball-coaching-bible Volleyball Coaches Corner: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/ Get The Pancake: www.getthepancake.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

This week I answer questions my followers submitted through Instagram stories (follow @getthepancake so you don't miss out) and WOW did you guys send in some great questions! This episode covers how to handle bad calls so your team doesn't lose momentum, what to do when you have a player who "doesn't care," and more! ---------- LINKS ---------- Follow Get The Pancake on Instagram: www.instagram.com/getthepancake Freeball/Downball Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill Vegas Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-scrimmage-alternative-vegas ---------- Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and check back next week for another episode of the Get The Pancake Podcast, a podcast for volleyball coaches. ---------- Quick disclaimer: Please keep in mind that my answers are my own personal opinion based on the limited information I received through Instagram Stories. If you are facing a similar situation but feel it should be handled differently, I encourage you to act in a way that you believe best resolves your specific situation since my examples are just that... examples! Thank you for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message

On todays episode, I read you the article "Coaching Anxious Players: 5 Steps To Confident Athletes" from www.getthepancake.com. If you have a player (or two) on your team who seems to freeze up or look to you for support when you are not expecting it, they might be feeling anxious in the moment. I give you 5 steps to follow in order to help them feel more confident in themselves and their actions, leading to athletes who don't hesitate on the court. *Disclaimer: I’m going to discuss coaching players who are ANXIOUS, not players who have been diagnosed with anxiety. I am not a sports psychologist. Just an experienced coach who is sharing tips to try to help you coach through a growing trend I’ve noticed among volleyball athletes in the past 2-3 years. ------------ LINKS ------------ "Volleyball Coaches Corner" closed Facebook group - Get The Pancake community. Original Article link: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/coaching-anxious-players --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/getthepancake/message