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The VolleyPod presented by The Art of Coaching Volleyball

The VolleyPod presented by The Art of Coaching Volleyball

By: Davis Ransom and Tod Mattox
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The VolleyPod is all about coaching kids volleyball! Each episode we cover 3 segments that are each designed to help you become a better volleyball coach. First, we focus on a specific volleyball skill, talk about how to teach it, and provide drills and video links for further help with that skill. Then, we present a common coaching scenario and discuss tips for how to (and how not to) handle it. In the third segment we share a resource that has helped us to become a better coach, with the hopes that it can help you too! See you on The VolleyPod!Davis Ransom and Tod Mattox Volleyball
Episodes
  • Thinking Again with Mas Shibata Part 2
    Apr 24 2026

    Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon:

    ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠


    In part 2 of this insightful volleyball coaching discussion, Mas Shibata shares his coaching philosophy, analysis techniques, and strategic insights to elevate team performance.

    Discover practical tips on transition attacking, landing on two feet and how to develop a coaching philosophy that may challenge conventional wisdom and foster success.


    The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

    https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/?s=mas%20shibata Mas Shibata's videos on AOC


    Check out our host Tod Mattox's books! Available on Amazon! Get them in your parents’ hands!

    The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guide Book for Players and Parents by Tod Mattox

    ⁠⁠The Volleyball Journey⁠⁠

    &

    The Volley Coach’s Book of Lists by Tod Mattox

    ⁠⁠VB Coach's Book of Lists⁠⁠

    Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    The Art of Coaching Volleyball is a comprehensive resource designed to help coaches of all levels to improve their skills, teaching methods, and enhance their knowledge of volleyball. It offers a mix of instructional support, tools, and resources to support coaches in developing athletes and running effective practices.


    Check out Hudl at⁠ ⁠Hudl.com⁠⁠

    Hudl empowers volleyball coaches to teach more effectively by providing clear, visual feedback. Through organized video clips and tagging, coaches can highlight successful execution, reinforce team systems, and guide player development in a constructive, efficient way that enhances communication and accountability.


    Check out The Volley Pod on Instagram at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Email us at ⁠⁠⁠thevolleypod@gmail.com

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    20 mins
  • Thinking Again with Mas Shibata Part 1
    Apr 16 2026

    Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon:

    ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠


    In this insightful volleyball coaching discussion, Mas Shibata shares his coaching philosophy, analysis techniques, and strategic insights to elevate team performance.

    Discover practical tips on setting, attacking, and game planning that challenge conventional wisdom and foster success.


    The Resource of the Week andThe Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week are one in the same and they are all from Coach Mas Shibata

    ⁠https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/?s=mas%20shibata⁠ all of Coach Mas Shibata's video on AOC can be found at this link


    Check out our host Tod Mattox's books! Available on Amazon! Get them in your parents’ hands!

    The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guide Book for Players and Parents by Tod Mattox

    ⁠⁠The Volleyball Journey⁠⁠

    &

    The Volley Coach’s Book of Lists by Tod Mattox

    ⁠⁠VB Coach's Book of Lists⁠⁠


    Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    The Art of Coaching Volleyball is a comprehensive resource designed to help coaches of all levels to improve their skills, teaching methods, and enhance their knowledge of volleyball. It offers a mix of instructional support, tools, and resources to support coaches in developing athletes and running effective practices.


    Check out Hudl at⁠⁠ ⁠Hudl.com⁠⁠

    Hudl empowers volleyball coaches to teach more effectively by providing clear, visual feedback. Through organized video clips and tagging, coaches can highlight successful execution, reinforce team systems, and guide player development in a constructive, efficient way that enhances communication and accountability.


    Check out The Volley Pod on Instagram at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Email us at ⁠⁠⁠thevolleypod@gmail.com

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    36 mins
  • 10 Thoughts on Punishment in Practice, Tips for Maintaining Your Ideal Coaching Composure During Competition, and
    Apr 10 2026

    Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon:

    ⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠


    This episode of The Volley Pod explores effective coaching strategies, the pitfalls of punishment, and maintaining composure during competitions.

    Coaches will learn practical, thoughtful approaches to discipline, team management, and self-awareness to enhance team performance and personal growth.


    The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week

    https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/competition-vs-rewards-punishments/ Russ Rose, Mike Sealy, John Dunning, Terry Liskevych, and more

    https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/physical-punishment-why-i-changed-my-mind-about-using-it-for-athletes/ Stephanie Schleuder

    https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/beyond-the-burpee/ Priscilla Tallman


    Resource of the Week

    https://www.instagram.com/athletesintell/ Athletes Intell on Instagram is an inspirational source for coaching and athlete videos that empower people to be their best.


    Check out our host Tod Mattox's books! Available on Amazon! Get them in your parents’ hands!

    The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guide Book for Players and Parents by Tod Mattox

    ⁠The Volleyball Journey⁠

    &

    The Volley Coach’s Book of Lists by Tod Mattox

    ⁠VB Coach's Book of Lists⁠


    Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    The Art of Coaching Volleyball is a comprehensive resource designed to help coaches of all levels to improve their skills, teaching methods, and enhance their knowledge of volleyball.

    It offers a mix of instructional support, tools, and resources to support coaches in developing athletes and running effective practices.


    Check out Hudl at ⁠Hudl.com⁠

    Hudl empowers volleyball coaches to teach more effectively by providing clear, visual feedback. Through organized video clips and tagging, coaches can highlight successful execution, reinforce team systems, and guide player development in a constructive, efficient way that enhances communication and accountability.


    Check out The Volley Pod on Instagram at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Email us at ⁠⁠⁠thevolleypod@gmail.com

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    42 mins
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