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USA Volleyball Development Model

For years, the focus of volleyball in many areas and across various levels shifted to a mindset of winning at all costs.

What we now know is that the most successful teams in the world have developed a model of training and a culture that supports a holistic approach to athlete development which not only sets them up for competitive success on the court, but values and emphasizes the important of athlete health, well-being and long-term involvement in the sport.

The USA Volleyball Development Model was created based on the idea that volleyball in the U.S. could be taught differently, resulting in long-lasting positive outcomes across all measures of performance while keeping kids involved and loving the game longer.

USA Volleyball Development Model

Know Better, Do Better

The five pillars of the USA Volleyball Development model provide the basis for a holistic approach to the core elements that are vital to supporting development at every level and across age groups.

  • Craft: Mastering the skills and strategies of our game
  • Heart: Becoming your best self through connection, gratitude and emotional well-being
  • Mind: Training our minds to maximize performance
  • Body: Developing the physical capacity to train and compete at the highest level
  • Team: Building a culture of excellence that honors ourselves, our team, our game and our country

Role-Based Education

USA Volleyball Education is committed to providing support for the volleyball community with a role-based approach to education and training. Whether you’re planning practices, cheering from the stands or making the right call, we provide the tools and resources to help you succeed.

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Athlete Education

Parent Education

Officials Education

Club Director Education

Drills for Sports Imports Volleyball Trainer+ and The Vertec

USA Volleyball partner Sports Imports has provided USA Volleyball coaches with drills for use with their Trainer+ and The Vertec.

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August 13, 2018

TrueSport: What To Do If Your Child Isn’t a Team Player

Youth sports are a great place to teach athletes about teamwork, but sometimes it’s your own child who doesn’t seem to ‘get’ it and isn’t a team player.

May 29, 2018

TrueSport: Tips For Supporting Your Child

Whether your child is winning, losing, happy or sad during the season, there are some strategies for you to follow during the "car ride home."

May 23, 2018

Be Prepared For Your Volleyball Camp With Smart Packing

Get the most out of your volleyball summer camp experience by arriving prepared.

April 10, 2018

TrueSport: How Much Water Do You Need?

Hydrated athletes usually perform and feel better, so make sure your team members are getting enough water.

March 30, 2018

The Tournament Cooler

Having a tried-and-true nutrition plan ensures that the energy needed to achieve peak performance is there.

March 29, 2018

SafeSport: Five Tips for Parents

USA Volleyball is committed to fostering a fun, healthy and safe environment for all its members.

March 29, 2018

TrueSport: Five Steps To Help Your Child Become a Leader

Leadership is a hot topic both in and out of sport. The value of a leader that can inspire, communicate effectively and care selflessly is immeasurable.

March 13, 2018

True Sport: Building Leadership in Young Athletes

Leaders are not always born, they can be developed.

March 5, 2018

TrueSport: Protein and the Youth Athlete

Every youth athlete needs protein daily.

July 20, 2017

The Value of Chaos and Failure

Then and now, creating randomness in the learning process, and its imperfections, creates both better retention and creative play at any level.

July 14, 2017

Beat the heat: Six pro beach volleyball players give their tips

Hydration starts before you head out into the sun and continues after

January 1, 2017

Volleyball Parents FAQ

Educating parents about coach philosophies

January 1, 2017

Volleyball: The Ultimate Life Sport

Training for volleyball is training for life, if you make it a conscious reflection of what you want to do

January 1, 2017

A Coach and a Parent

Thoughts on being a coach and a parent

November 14, 2016

Five Keys to Better Passing

Winning volleyball starts with reliable passing. Here's some advice from five experts on how you can deliver a better ball to your setter.

September 11, 2016

Oracles of Volleyball: What Does it Take to be Great?

Kendra Lancaster, Brent Rasmussen and Allison Aldrich discuss greatness in sitting volleyball

May 27, 2016

What Is It With Physical Punishment??

USAV Director of Development John Kessel looks at the use of physical punishment in volleyball.

March 26, 2016

14 Things That Always Happen at Volleyball Tournaments

They always happen, and No. 10 is the worst!

December 15, 2015

Summer Volleyball Camp Selection

Many players would benefit from attending a summer volleyball camp. These are generally fun and a chance to learn a great deal in an intense, brief time.

December 12, 2015

My Favorite Player

After 30-plus years of coaching in this great sport, I think it is time to tell you who my favorite player is. Every coach has one, you see, and I am no different.

December 12, 2015

Volleyball Fun for Youth

Great ideas to make volleyball fun for kids.