In this episode, I share my top strategies on what to include in running your camp or clinic so you not only have parents and athletes wanting to come back again but that your camp/clinic produces results. I share some methods that I haven't seen many coaches implement but I believe can take your athletes experience so an entirely different level. In this episode we talk about: Planning Metrics Video Email Organization Experience Results And so much more Click here to join the waitlist for Digit...
Jul 18, 2022•36 min•Ep. 110
I got asked by a coach to differentiate the different types of volleyball sessions because there's a lot and it can be confusing to decide which one you want to run. What is the purpose of each? Which one is better suited for your needs? In today's episode, we dive into the 5 different types of volleyball sessions. These are some topics: Outline all 5 different type of sessions What is the transformation? Duration Strategies to run them And a few more concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyba...
Jul 11, 2022•27 min•Ep. 109
In this episode, I share some things happening to volleyball coaches all around the world. Many coaches are faced with not being able to execute the program they want because of problems that may be out of their control. Topics discussed in this episode are: Dealing with admin/parents Imposter Syndrome Assistant Coaches Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Click here to register for DVA Live Reach out via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Jul 04, 2022•22 min•Ep. 108
This is part 2 in the footwork series. In this episode we dive into the footwork for leftside, rightside as well as libero. Topics in this episode include: Stance: wide vs shoulder width a part Footwork for passing Approaching and manipulating speed Footwork off the net And a few more key concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Click here to register for DVA Live Reach out via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Jul 03, 2022•28 min•Ep. 107
In this episode, we talk about the different types of footwork for 3 positions: Middles, Setters and Pin Blockers. There are many different types of footwork for each position and for various situations, so it's important to have them in your players toolboxes so you can use them when needed. Topics discussed in this episode include: Starting Position One foot and 2 foot for setters Pivoting Shuffle 3 step cross over 2 step cross over And much more Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy R...
Jun 20, 2022•32 min•Ep. 106
In this episode, we dive into a common problem where coaches are coaching from a player mindset and it could be hurting their teams growth and development as well as their own. We discuss topics such as: Different types of athletes Coaches Participation in drills/scrimmages Seasonal/Practice Planning Systems Experience And so much more Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Jun 13, 2022•28 min•Ep. 105
In this episode, I share 5 strategies on how to effectively analyze film of you own team. It's not only important to look at your opponents game play but also your own. Analyzing film is a skill and it will help your athletes develop faster and be aware of their weaknesses. In this episode we talk about: Rotation Block-Defense Court Awareness Setter play Offense Game Breakdown And a few other items Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Jun 06, 2022•29 min•Ep. 104
In this episode, I dive into the art of speech and communication. As coaches, we have significant power with our voice. Using this power is crucial for not only motivating your players but having them be engaged and retain information. Some topics in this episode include: 12 Ingredients to effective communication Speech techniques Engagement And a few other concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
May 30, 2022•37 min•Ep. 103
In this episode, I talk about the creativity with offense and how it can help change the momentum or add to the momentum of your team. We've focused a lot on defense and various skills but offense is just as important. In this episode we talk about: Basic offensive principles Hitting lanes In system vs out of system Combo's Rally's Offensive plays And a few more things Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
May 23, 2022•32 min•Ep. 102
No matter where you coach, you will be preparing for some kind of tournament with your team. But do you have a plan for that tournament? What is your goal for the tournament? How do you plan for the tournament? In this episode, I walk you through a plan that you can use to prepare for upcoming tournaments. We discuss: Goals Different prep for different age groups What to focus on for match preparation Team procedures at tournaments 3 Big questions Things to avoid when at tournaments Post Tournam...
May 16, 2022•33 min•Ep. 101
In this episode, we talk about a concept coaches are always trying to help their players achieve and that's cue reading. Cue reading is using information the opponent is giving you to help put yourself in a better position to play defense as well as offense. And when you can read these cues, you have to make decisions in order to play the ball. Topics discussed in this episode are: Serving cues Blocking cues Attacking cues Setter cues Contextual cues A couple more items Click here to join Digita...
May 09, 2022•32 min•Ep. 100
In this episode, I discuss and explain the concept of rotation efficiency and show you 3 ways you can make your rotation more efficient in order to run a better offense. Topics include: Order Rotation 6 Rotation 5 Rotation 4 Rightside Position Different options for Middle Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Click here to sign up for Free coaches workshop Reach out to via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
May 02, 2022•31 min•Ep. 99
Losing is hard but inevitable. What you do after a loss is really important. What types of conversations are you having with your players? What about your team as a whole? In this episode, we discuss 5 key strategies to implement after a loss. Topics include: Communication with players Film Stats Practice And more Click here to register for my FREE workshop Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Apr 25, 2022•32 min•Ep. 98
In this episode, Dustin shares some interesting insights into where the game is going and what he sees successful players doing in the pro leagues. If we can teach some of our players these techniques, they'll be able to advance their game to another level. Topics include The split step Out of system offense Practices And so much more Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Click here to work with Dustin Watten or purchase his courses. Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Apr 18, 2022•43 min•Ep. 97
In this episode, we take a listen to part of a conversation Taylor had with my DVA members as he answers some great questions. Topics that are covered are: How he was able to block more balls Goofy Foot Jumpers Read Blocking What skills to train And so much more Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Click here to get Taylor's Blocking Course...
Apr 11, 2022•39 min•Ep. 96
In this episode, we are privileged to have on the podcast national champion coach Brock Davidiuk as he walks us through the road to the finals. Have you ever wondered what the planning, thought process and team dynamic of a championship team is? Coach Brock takes us step by step through how he trained this team to win a national championship. Topics include: Off season Serving Offense Culture Training Camp Match preparation And so much more.. Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach o...
Apr 04, 2022•52 min•Ep. 95
Coaches are always asking me how I've delt with parents and strategies they can use to not have to stress about dealing with parents. I get it. I've been there and seen a lot. In this episode, I share my 5 best strategies for creating an environment that fosters less conflict with parents and strategies to deal with parents when you need too. I discuss: Tryouts Parents Meeting 24 hr. rule Player/Coach Contract Outlining the role for the parent Doing your job Click here to join Digital Volleyball...
Mar 28, 2022•29 min•Ep. 94
In this episode, I talk about in game adjustments and how they can help you generate a few extra points which could play a significant role in winning the game. Topics discussed are: Match ups Middles Blockers Back court defense Serving Hitting And a few more Click here to join the waitlist for Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Mar 21, 2022•28 min•Ep. 93
In this episode, I share my top 8 takeaways from my 2021-2022 volleyball season. Some of these takeaways should help you gain perspective and apply various strategies to your team. Topics I covered are: Experience Decision Making In Game Adjustments Culture Match Preparation And more Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Mar 14, 2022•25 min•Ep. 92
In this episode we dive into the libero position. The libero position is becoming more important as the game evolves as their is a lot more responsibility on the libero in addition passing and playing defense. Topics discussed in this episode are: Rules of the libero Placement of the libero Libero setting Libero responsibility Film And a few more concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Mar 07, 2022•32 min•Ep. 91
You ever wonder why some refs call the game differently and how some rules can be interpretated differently? In today's episode, we have FIVB official Andrew Robb on the show and get the inside scoop on how referees interpret and carry out these calls so we can be better prepared for matches. In this episode, we cover: The Lift & Double Contact Call Arguing or Protesting Position Faults Net Play Future of the game Attacking the ball And much more Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 90
In this episode, I walk you through all the necessary information you could potentially put in a game plan. As a coach, it's important to understand how to craft a game plan to maximize your teams ability to be prepared for any team. We dive into topic such as: Purpose of a game plan Opponents behaviors and tendencies Positions Opponents systems Crafting a game plan Film And a few more things Click here to register for my free workshop! Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to ...
Feb 21, 2022•34 min•Ep. 89
In this episode, we talk about 8 strategies that will help your setter run a more efficient offense. Topics discussed are: Location Decision Making Mismatches Offensive Flow Set Distribution And much more Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy! Reach out via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Feb 14, 2022•34 min•Ep. 88
I received a question from a coach on Instagram asking how do you make fundamental work more fun. We can all agree as coaches, working on fundamentals is crucial to not only the success of your team but the development of your athletes. But sometimes fundamental work can be boring and tough for athletes to stay completely dialed in. In this episode, I share 8 strategies to help solve this problem. We talk about: Gamification Adding Scoring Competition Relays Tournaments Interactive Assessments A...
Feb 07, 2022•27 min•Ep. 87
In this episode, we dive into serving. As a coach, it's important to consider serving strategies and what might be best for your team. It's also important to understand how you want your players to train the serve and see them grow into fantastic servers. In this episode we talk about: 5 Different types of serves Bad strategies 5 different serving strategies with 1 bonus strategy Teaching younger and older athletes to serve And a few more things Click here to join the waitlist for Digital Volley...
Jan 31, 2022•31 min•Ep. 86
As coaches, we all know the importance of nutrition and how it can help your athletes improve their performance. The problem is athletes actually implementing this in order to see results. In this episode, I'm going to walk you through our system that we use in which we break down nutrition in a simple way where athletes understand it and know how to track and monitor it in order to see results. In this episode we talk about: What your TDEE is and how to calculate it Macronutrients Tracking and ...
Jan 24, 2022•30 min•Ep. 85
In this episode we dive into what a playbook is, what it's not, and how to create one. This goes hand in hand with last weeks episode on volleyball hand signals and verbal cues. This episode goes into the 4 areas of a playbook as well as ideas on a fundamentals checklist and drill book. The 4 main areas covered in this episode are: Offense Defense Blocking Serve receive & rotation Click here to join the waitlist for Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Jan 17, 2022•24 min•Ep. 84
In this episode, we dive into hand signals from not only the setter but the coach and other players as well. Then we transition to verbal cues and how you can use verbal cues to communicate effectively with your players and avoid having to burn unnecessary timeouts. In this episode we cover: 10 different hand signals Different positions that have different purposes Play calling Verbal cues and how to create them And much more Click here to join the waitlist for Digital Volleyball Academy Reach o...
Jan 10, 2022•30 min•Ep. 83
In this episode, I share 5 strategies that will help guarantee your growth as a coach in 2022. In this episode, I talk about: Changing your environment Aggregation of marginal gains Athlete development Learning and being an action taker Mentorship And a few more things Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Jan 03, 2022•31 min•Ep. 82
In this episode, I dive deep into the ingredients to building a successful volleyball program by breaking it down into 7 steps. These steps are: Vision/Values/Culture Finding the right help Plan your season Experience Player Development Monitoring Reflection Click here to sign up for my FREE coaches workshop Click here to sign up for Digital Volleyball Academy Reach out to me via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB...
Dec 27, 2021•43 min•Ep. 81
