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USA Volleyball Education is focused on improving developmental and educational opportunities across the sport of volleyball from grassroots to the national team level. Our goal is to provide the opportunity to access, complete and apply high-quality information and methods in the technical, tactical, physical and emotional aspects of the game for athletes and coaches while providing training, support and resources for other key stakeholders including officials, parents and clubs.
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.
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.
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.
USA Volleyball partner Sports Imports has provided USA Volleyball coaches with drills for use with their Trainer+ and The Vertec.
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.
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."
Get the most out of your volleyball summer camp experience by arriving prepared.
Hydrated athletes usually perform and feel better, so make sure your team members are getting enough water.
Having a tried-and-true nutrition plan ensures that the energy needed to achieve peak performance is there.
USA Volleyball is committed to fostering a fun, healthy and safe environment for all its members.
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.
Leaders are not always born, they can be developed.
Then and now, creating randomness in the learning process, and its imperfections, creates both better retention and creative play at any level.
Hydration starts before you head out into the sun and continues after
Training for volleyball is training for life, if you make it a conscious reflection of what you want to do
Winning volleyball starts with reliable passing. Here's some advice from five experts on how you can deliver a better ball to your setter.
Kendra Lancaster, Brent Rasmussen and Allison Aldrich discuss greatness in sitting volleyball
USAV Director of Development John Kessel looks at the use of physical punishment in volleyball.
They always happen, and No. 10 is the worst!
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.
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.
