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Volleyball combines athleticism, teamwork, and skill. It offers a lifetime of fun for everyone, from beginners to aspiring Olympians and Paralympians. Young players develop respect, communication, and leadership on the court. When you play volleyball, you become part of a community where everyone is welcome and lifelong friendships are built through play, competition and fun.

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How Can I Improve My Serve Receive? Volleyball Passing Tips
June 2, 2023
No matter how your coach wants you to pass, almost every coach is going to tell you to move your gosh darn feet. You need to get your body in position to play the ball, and servers aren’t going to serve directly at you. If you play volleyball, you probably want to improve your passing. […]
Volleyball Drills to Do at Home
June 2, 2023
When receiving a ball, whether from a serve or an attack, your decision as a receiver is whether to absorb the ball or generate pace on the ball. VOLLEYBALL DRILLS TO DO AT HOME Want to get your skills to a new level? Establish a routine of drills you can do at home. Do these on […]
Fun Volleyball Drills
June 2, 2023
This challenging setting drill requires players to set the ball many times continuously. Players can do this drill on their own at home as well as in practice. Repetitive volleyball drills can help the players on your team improve their skills and develop good habits. Avoid boring your team by choosing fun drills that will […]
Five Volleyball Tryout Tips to Help You Stand Out
June 2, 2023
Coaches will notice your extra effort and take note, they want athletes who are willing to go the extra mile. If you make a mistake, take responsibility and use it as a learning experience and work hard in the next round. First impressions are everything when it comes to volleyball tryouts. They can be the […]
How to Train for Volleyball Tryouts
June 2, 2023
Strength training will make you an all around stronger player. If you train for volleyball tryouts by doing a strength training routine three to four days a week, you are going to find that you can hit and approach the net with much more power. Conditioning for volleyball tryouts should consist of a careful balance […]
How to Choose a Summer Volleyball Camp for Your Child
June 2, 2023
This can be a tricky one for parents as we all want to be sure the camp is a good “fit” for our child’s ability level. The good news – all of these camps typically attract players of all ability levels and ages, so there is an option for everyone. Here are some helpful hints […]
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A Letter to High School Athletes
June 2, 2023
The academic programs and reputation, the buildings or campus, the feeling you have when walking around the university or meeting students; those are the factors that will stick with you. This is an exciting, yet stressful time for you. One sport, two sports, three sports, National Honors Society, mock governments, club or travel ball, SAT, […]
How to Reduce Attack Errors
June 2, 2023
An effective attack is all about having a relaxed approach, and someone who seems stiff on attack may be apt to hit the ball wide or long. Volleyball coaches love it when their players go on the attack. But sometimes, the attack can be a little overaggressive and result in a point for the other […]
Building Leadership in Young Athletes
June 2, 2023
As a parent, set the example at home but also show them examples, ideally in sports, where a leader has demonstrated leadership traits. Is leadership taught or is it something we’re born with? It’s a tough question, but it’s a little of both. There is no set “leadership” personality type, and leaders come in all […]
The Day My Daughter Said, ‘I Quit!’
June 2, 2023
Encourage your child to think through all the options before quitting, and never make a decision in the heated emotion of the moment. When youth sports gets hard, it’s no surprise that kids are tempted to quit. Nobody likes facing difficulty and through 22 years of being a sports mom, there were numerous occasions when our […]
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