I AM Volleyball Podcast

Welcome back to the podcast! Today we’re diving into some of the details that separate good coaches from great ones. We talk about training your eyes off the ball and why the best coaches see so much more than just the contact. We get into the power of communication — how you say something can matter even more than what you say — and why delivery changes how athletes receive feedback.We also break down building purposeful drills that actually transfer to the game, not just drills that look good in practice. And at the heart of it all, we reflect on why we coach in the first place — the impact, the relationships, and the responsibility that comes with leading athletes.As always, we’ve got shoutouts, stories, and a Quote of the Day to wrap things up. Let’s get into it!

Long break but we are back! Sorry ahead of time for the audio. New mics and we had some technical difficulties. We have #Shoutouts, Future Predicting, and Favorite Quotes! Join us for a packed episode!

Welcome back everyone to Season 3 of the I AM Volleyball Podcast! We are excited to be back on the mic for another year of volleyball talk, stories from the court, and everything in between.We’re kicking off this season with a big one — we’re talking all about the summer tryout madness and what we learned heading into the year. We’ll take a look at the incredible high school state championship run — the highs, the challenges, and the moments that made it unforgettable. And since so many of you are jumping into the new season right now, we’re breaking down how to dominate that first week of practice — setting the tone, building culture, and creating momentum from day one.It’s a brand new season, and we’re ready to serve up some great conversations. Let’s get into it — Season 3 starts now!”

In this episode, we’re talking off-season training — what options are best for the training you need.We’re also making a strong case for bringing back the middle attack as a primary option. Why it’s underused, how it can change the game, and what teams can do to run it more effectively.As always, we’ve got our player shoutout and Poddy Training is BACK!

Welcome!In this episode, we’re diving into two big questions: What do players really love about practice? We asked, and the answers might surprise you!Then we’re tackling a topic on everyone’s mind — why is club volleyball so expensive? We break down where the costs come from and what families are actually paying for.As always, we’ll shine the spotlight with a player shoutout, and wrap things up with our favorite part — some wild and unpredictable Get to Know the Coaches segment.Let’s get into it!

In this episode, we dive into the power of B.E.T.—Believe, Encourage, and Trust—and how those values can shape stronger teams on and off the court. We also break down results from our club survey and talk about what every player should know when it comes to reffing responsibilities. And don’t miss the surprise mystery questions submitted by our very own studio audience!

In this episode, we dive into how the energy of the crowd—whether electric or dead quiet—can players and coaches hear it? We also break down the thought process behind creating a starting lineup and balancing team dynamics. Plus, we give multiple player shoutouts and end with some fun mystery questions you won't want to miss!

In this episode, we’re breaking down what makes a successful season for parents, coaches, and players. We’ll cover the keys to solid Perimeter, Rotational, and Middle Up defense, so whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned vet, there’s something here for you.We’re also excited to kick off a brand new segment: Poddy Training — where junior athletes take the mic to share their thoughts. This week, they’re tackling the topic of Parent Do’s and Don’ts — trust us, you’ll want to hear what they have to say!As always, we have our player shoutout and dive into some fun with our classic mystery questions for each other.

In Episode 3, we break down the best techniques for diving and keeping the ball alive, give some well-deserved player shoutouts, and share our favorite drills and games to level up your practices. And, of course, we’ve got another round of mystery questions—let’s get into it!

We’re back for Season 2—now with video! In this episode, we give a special team shoutout, break down overnight tournament rules, and dive into setting and setter IQ. Plus, we each have a mystery question that you won’t want to miss!

We recap the 2024 season in our season finale! Tryout waves are done and we share our thoughts on how it went and we talk about all the new programs coming for 2025!

We kick the podcast off with a special shoutout and talk about our awesome grass tournament, end-of-season practices, asking for call in the game, and we have another volleyball myth to talk about.

Join us as we give our thoughts on the split step, conditioning in practices, something fun for our coaches and a new category, Myth Busting! As always, a shoutout for a special player from one of our recent tournaments.