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Exploring the Power of Sport Psychology
Introduction to Sport Psychology This article delves into the critical role of sport psychology, drawing inspiration from Joaquín Valdés, who has served as the psychologist for the Spanish soccer team for many years. Valdés has collaborated closely with Luis Enrique, the coach of Spain, helping players manage pressure, mood swings, criticism, and praise, especially during…
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The Role of Convincing in Volleyball Coaching
Understanding Your Players Understanding your players is the cornerstone of building trust, fostering motivation, and ultimately convincing them to buy into your vision as a coach. To guide and inspire effectively, you must first appreciate that each athlete on your team is a complex individual with unique experiences, aspirations, and challenges. This is not simply…
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Timeout Management in Volleyball: Tips for Coaches
In the fast-paced world of volleyball, every second counts. This is especially true when it comes to timeouts. With only 30 brief seconds available, proper use of timeouts allows coaches to strategically impact competition through focused communication with athletes. Timeouts provide pivotal coaching opportunities during intense game play. As one experienced coach summarized, “Timeouts in…
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Volleyball Affirmations and Positive Self-Dialogue for Building Confidence and Resilience
The Inner Game of Volleyball Volleyball, at its core, is a game of inches, of split-second decisions, and unwavering focus. Think about it: a perfectly timed block, a precisely placed dig, a serve that dances just inside the line – these moments of brilliance often hinge not just on physical skill, but on the razor-sharp…
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Coaching Volleyball in the Modern Era
The Ultimate Guide for Aspiring Volleyball Coaches Buy the Book Simplifying the Complexities of Blocking As the world of volleyball evolves, so does the approach needed to effectively coach the next generation of athletes. In a sport that demands both physical prowess and mental acuity, the role of a coach has never been more critical.…
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How to Create a Volleyball-Specific Strength Training Program
Understanding Volleyball-Specific Strength Needs Strength in volleyball is not a generic concept; it is a dynamic, multifaceted attribute tailored to meet the sport’s unique demands. Unlike disciplines where sheer force dominates, volleyball requires a blend of explosive power, precision, and control. As coaches, our understanding of strength must extend beyond the simplistic notion of lifting…
