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VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 60 - Playing the Crazy Recruitment GameIt’s all rather exhausting and has evolved into a bit of a crazy ‘game’ over the past decade; and one that parents, players, and even coaches seemingly HAVE to play in order to get their young athletes into post-secondary college and university programs. But, is it the best way for coaches to find the REAL talent among the high school and club volleyball ranks, or are they only seeing the videos and carefully selected highlights of the players and parents who are just better at marketing (or have deep-enough pockets to hire the best marketers)?
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2023-11-201h 34VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 59 - Coaching vs YellingWe tend to coach the way we were coached or accept it when we see coaches instructing the way we’ve seen them on tv or while we were growing up, but is coaching today different than it was ‘back in the day’ - or should it involve yelling at all? More to the point, is there a difference between coaching & yelling & can great coaches be ‘yellers?’ Listen in as the guys share a few laughs and draw upon their pro playing & coaching experience to discuss the somewhat controversial topic of ‘coaching vs yelling’ and whether or not yelling (or even screamin...
2023-11-101h 25VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 58 - Do Physical Punishments Work?We’ve all likely experienced some form of physical punishment (running laps, touching lines, push-ups, etc.) at a practice - as a parent spectator, an athlete, or even as a coach who’s organizing the team consequence. Much like parenting, the debate has raged in sport over whether or not these kinds of punishments are actually effective in having young people learn lessons or perform better…or are they simply teaching children to be more afraid and nervous? Is there a time and place for these kinds of consequences for teams and players or are they merely tactics designed to intim...
2023-10-231h 13VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 57 - The Decline of High School VolleyballEpisode 57 - The Decline of High School Volleyball
What in the world is happening to high school volleyball? Of course, most high schools will struggle to court a team as good as one of the local club squads, but it seems that high school volleyball TODAY has really dropped off even when compared to high school programs from 10-20 years ago. So, what are the reasons why school volleyball is so far behind the club game and - more importantly - why does it seem worse than ever before? Listen in as the guys share a few lau...
2023-10-101h 09VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 56 - Afraid to Talk To/About Your Volleyball Coach?Episode 56 - Afraid To Talk To/About Your Volleyball Coach?
Fear of retribution. That’s why so many parents & players are afraid to - even politely - voice concerns with coaches who hold all the power. While a lot of coaches would say that kids should learn to advocate for themselves (and this is absolutely true) - it’s also true that there is an imbalance of power and so many coaches use this power to punish those who question their decisions. Of course, the BEST and most knowledgeable coaches have an open atmosphere around their teams because...
2023-10-021h 16VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 55 - When Coaches Listen to ComplainersThe problem with complaints is that we instantly get our ‘backs up’ when we hear them - but what if the complainers have a valid point that we’re simply not seeing? Or - what if they have a superficial understanding of the game and ‘don’t know what they don’t know?’ In other words, how do we know when complaints are valid and coming from qualified sources or if they’re frivolous and rooted in insecurities or something entirely different from the subject being discussed? Also, what happens when coaches abandon personal philosophies or previously stated standards by placating or listen...
2023-09-201h 08VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 54 - Volleyball Rules You Gotta Know!We’ve all been there as parents, players, and even coaches: the whistle blows and everyone stands in a cloud of confusion and partial outrage…looking from the ref, to the players, to other coaches, and back to the ref again. What the heck was THAT and why did the whistle blow? Of course, a number of courtside voices offer answers and explanations - bolstered by an air of confidence and assertiveness - but, as we all know, those answers tend to be false and are sometimes even horribly inaccurate. So, rather than looking around for guessed answers and continue...
2023-09-161h 29VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 53 - Cultivating Positive Team CultureWe all want it but it seems so gosh darn elusive! But what if cultivating positive team culture is actually much easier than we think and what if it's something that all parents, coaches, and players can actually build together, using an almost formulaic or step by step approach? No matter what your role in the volleyball world, you’ll want to listen in as the guys celebrate their ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY (of Volleybalogy UNcensored) and discuss how coaches, parents, and players can not only create positive team culture - but just as importantly - not KILL it with some...
2023-09-091h 29VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 52 - Too Stressed To Watch Them Play?In gyms around the world, parents - and even coaches - often struggle to watch their children & athletes play the game. We get it…it’s tough to see your kids in pressure situations and tougher to see them struggle, or even fail in key moments. Some parents have resorted to leaving the sidelines or deciding not to attend their kids’ games or tourneys. But what message are we sending our kids about sports when we ‘live & die’ with every point and each rally or when we tell them that we can’t even bear to watch them play? It’s easy to say...
2023-08-301h 24VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 51 - Got Cut...Now What???It’s that time of year; when gyms are filling up and battles are being (or have been) fought for the precious few spots on school & club volleyball teams around the country - and around the world. Inevitably, 12-18 players will be celebrating and selected while countless other athletes (and their families) will be told that they simply didn’t make the cut. It’s one of the hardest things in sport to accept and - with increasingly problematic trends like guaranteed pre-signings and political games - it might not even feel fair or be justified. But can being cut - unf...
2023-08-231h 27VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 50 - The Problem of Politics in VolleyballWhether it’s youth volleyball or even at the highest levels of the game, players have always had to deal with ‘politics’ in one form or another and there’s no denying the reality that it absolutely sucks. But what are the obvious & not so obvious forms that politics can take on & what can parents, players, & coaches to do better cope or frame this inevitability? Can politics ever be a good thing for a player or family to experience? Listen in as Zuby & Erik talk about the dreaded ‘P’ word, have a few laughs, & help listeners of all ages navigate & dea...
2023-08-1649 minVOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 49 - Confusing Youth & Pro VolleyballA lot of what we talk about on this show can be boiled down to one key problem: too many parents & coaches are simply confusing youth sports with the pro sports they watch on tv. The deterioration of youth sports has actually coincided with the growth of our pro sports culture because the more we watch and idolize the coaches and athletes who play sports for a LIVING, the more we apply those ideals and expectations to our youth athletes who should be seeking to gain life skills and an entirely different set of values and qualities. In other wor...
2023-08-091h 29VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 48 - Is Club Volleyball Your ONLY Option?Over the past few years now, parents, players, and even coaches have been growing more & more frustrated by the governing bodies of volleyball, as well as the politics in their club, or the lack of fairness on their team. The bottom line is that - while we have more players in youth programs than ever before - the rate of athletes quitting the sport at a young age is also through the roof. The question many people have, however - or the common misconception - is that once a child leaves the club or ‘rep’ world, ‘are they finished as a vol...
2023-08-031h 05VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 47 - Can You Teach Players to COMPETE?Young players are always being told to COMPETE more, to be more aggressive on the court, and - well - to just stop tolerating losing or having the ball hit the floor so often. But can a coach, parent, or even the player themselves actually work to raise the level of ‘COMPETE’ or drive a player will feel? IS it something hardwired into the athlete (i.e. genetic) or is it something that can be learned through training, coaching, and repetition? Listen in as the guys discuss the qualities of a truly competitive player (i.e. how ‘competing’ actually looks on th...
2023-07-191h 23VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 46 - How To STANDOUT at TryoutsTryouts can be a stressful time for players, parents, and even coaches - but the irony about stress is that it often impedes everyone’s ability to perform well at the very thing they’re trying to conquer. In this extremely practical episode, the guys draw on their own experiences at the club, post-secondary, and pro levels to help young players, parents, and coaches navigate hectic tryout windows and provide helpful tips and insights for players to maintain a better perspective and - of course - STANDOUT in a sea of volleyball prospects. As usual, the guys share a few la...
2023-07-121h 02VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 45 - Is Playing Loud BETTER?Parents, players, and coaches have all heard it and maybe even believe it. “BE LOUDER if you want to win.” “You’re too quiet!” Or, even, “If you don’t make more noise out there, you won’t be starting - or playing.” But is playing LOUDER really what makes an athlete better or are we simply using the wrong word when trying to encourage more ‘AGGRESSIVE’ or ‘CONFIDENT’ play from our young athletes? In other words, is being loud really a key ingredient to volleyball success, or is it merely a byproduct of excellence for some players and teams? Listen in to laugh and...
2023-07-0558 minVOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 44 - Is Volleyball SEXIST?When stepping back and looking at the game, there’s some very noticeable differences between how we coach - & even parent - boys & girls. While there may be justifiable & pedagogically rational reasons for some of these differences, there are also some glaring & less understandable dissimilarities which can only be rooted in one thing: sexism. In this episode, the guys tackle this tricky issue head-on (as usual) and explore why sexism is becoming more prevalent today than in the past and how these obvious or subtle problems are pushing more & more young females to quit the sport they once loved.
2023-06-281h 09VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 43 - Hugh McCutcheon: Championship BehaviorsPick up your copy of Hugh McCutcheon’s Championship Behaviors: A Model for Competitive Excellence RIGHT HERE - it really is a must read for every player, coach, & parent!
In this episode we are pleased and proud to have Olympic gold & silver medalist, Hugh McCutcheon join us for an important discussion about the state of youth coaching & youth volleyball, in general.
Hugh is among the giants of the volleyball world, both as a player and as a coach. Inducted into the International Volleyball Hall of Fame in 2018, this native of New Zealand (and former nation team...
2023-06-211h 03VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 42 - Questions from the VOLLEYBALL MOMS Facebook GroupIf you haven’t seen or joined the ‘Volleyball Moms’ group on Facebook, it’s quickly becoming THE place for volleyball parents (including dads) to find answers to basic questions and seek advice on more complicated issues from parents & coaches who may have experienced something similar. In this special episode of Volleyballogy UNcensored, Zuby answers some recent questions posted to the group in an effort to help other parents who may be experiencing the same (all too common) problems and concerns. We hope you enjoy this abbreviated episode and - as usual - gain some practical takeaways and maybe even some...
2023-06-1443 minVOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 41 - Are BIG Goals Part of the Problem?We hear them everywhere; the questions about our future and our goals. ‘What’s your life plan?’ - or - ‘where do you see yourself in 5 years?’ While it’s true that BIG goals are always good to keep tucked away in the back of our minds, has there been a shift in how we view these goals and ourselves in relation to them since the advent of social media? Listen in as the guys discuss the merits of big goals for young volleyball players (and coaches) today and whether or not they might be hurting more than helping.
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2023-06-071h 25VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 40 - Is Mental Training a MYTH?As more and more athletes, parents, and coaches pursue the elusive dream of ‘making it’ (whatever that means to them), there has been a proportionate rise in the number of mental training guides and programs for sale online. IS mental training something that can be LEARNED or improved upon from a book/program, or does it matter what the genetic make-up of the reader or watcher is? Listen in or watch as the guys discuss:
What people hope to get from mental training?
Why it’s especially popular with this generation & in this day...
2023-05-311h 38VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 39 - The BASICS of Beach VolleyballAs more and more coaches and players - and their parents - flock to the beaches and sand courts across the world (often to escape the restrictions, limitations, and politics of the indoor game), we thought it might be wise to help those who are new to the sand understand the key differences between the two versions of the sport and to help alleviate those ‘fears of the unknown.’ So, whether you’re new to the beach, considering adding it to your volleyball repertoire, or have been playing/coaching on the sand for years, sit back, relax, and listen in as t...
2023-05-241h 25VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 38 - Team Gossip vs Constructive CriticismParents are often placed in an awkward spot and may not know how to respond when their child starts speaking about teammates or a coach in a negative manner. Is it ever okay for parents to engage in such discussions with their children or is it best to avoid these topics so as to not magnify or intensify the problem? Is there a difference between gossip and genuine or valid concerns and - if so - how can parents spot the difference themselves & help steer their child back towards constructive or more productive thoughts? Listen in as Zuby & Erik hel...
2023-05-171h 04VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 37 - The Problems With Early Re-SigningsMore than ever, club teams and players/parents are seeking to ‘lock each other up’ earlier and earlier each season - and often before tryouts have even started. Why do clubs offer players early re-signings in youth volleyball? Why do parents/players agree to sign so quickly? And are these early re-signings causing more problems than they’re solving? Listen in as Zuby & Erik chat in-depth about this recent phenomenon, its likely roots, and whether or not it makes sense in a competitive sporting landscape, where athletes have historically benefited from uncertainty or those good forms of pressure.
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2023-05-101h 08VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 36 - What's the POINT of Youth Volleyball?We see it in gymnasiums and on sand courts across North America and even the rest of the world. Parents, players, and coaches are working, traveling, training, and practicing more than ever before, and all in an attempt to make it to the next level - or even to the highest level. But as our world has changed, so too have our motives and goals for youth sports participation. While there’s nothing overtly wrong with setting lofty (and quietly held) goals, there is something ‘off’ about wanting the athlete or the team to win at all costs or be misera...
2023-05-031h 47VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 35 - The Ankle Brace Debate SETTLED!To brace or not to brace - that is the question! The debate has raged on for YEARS in volleyball circles and among coaches and trainers alike. Well, as usual, the Volleyballogists are going to use logic, reason, philosophy, and EVIDENCE to settle this age-old volleyball debate once and for all. Listen in as the guys go over all the arguments for and against ankle braces and come up with the definitive conclusion for players, parents, and coaches!
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2023-04-261h 33VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 34 - Why Indoor Players NEED BeachWhat do all coaches and parents, who think beach volleyball teaches bad habits, have in common? That’s right - they’ve almost certainly never played the game! For those who have played both, it’s a ‘no-brainer.’ Beach volleyball gives indoor players a real edge when they come back in the gyms and off the sand. The mental and physical benefits of the game are quite obvious, and - aside from making players better, tougher, stronger, and faster - battling in the sand with no real coach (and having nowhere to hide) means that humility and independence are also valuable...
2023-04-191h 28VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 33 - The 10 COMMANDMENTS of Club BuildingWe finally did it! The volleyballogists have put together the ultimate 10 ingredients that each volleyball club needs to set themselves apart from any and all competitors. Parents, players, club directors, and coaches all have opinions regarding what constitutes the perfect or ideal club volleyball program, so Zuby & Erik have organized & condensed all of these into a convenient & digestible 10 COMMANDMENTS of Club Building - or the 10 most important elements any existing/new club could implement to become a top notch and respected volleyball organization. Club directors and coaches will definitely benefit from the nuggets and insights in this episode, but pla...
2023-04-121h 38VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 32 - The Power of HumilityIt’s fascinating how universal it is that the highest achievers - in ANY walk of life - tend to successfully straddle the very fine line between confidence and arrogance. How do they do it and what’s the key difference? Well - it’s humility, but it, too, has to be tempered or balanced with a genuine belief in oneself. Humility is the secret and elusive ingredient for so many in our culture today and it impedes progress or growth - and manifests its absence in so many ways. Listen in as the guys talk about HOW parents, players, a...
2023-04-052h 02VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 31 - HELP! My Kid's Coach is CRAZY!In this episode, the guys sit down to chat about the difficulties in determining if it’s you or your kid’s coach that is, in fact, a bit crazy (because no one thinks that THEY might be the problem). So, after defining what constitutes a ‘crazy coach,’ the topic shifts towards logical steps players and parents can take on their own and in conjunction with others - because organization and documentation are important keys in helping future kids and parents.
So often, parents and players are afraid to act because they fear repercussions with regard to playing time...
2023-03-291h 48VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 30 - Coping & Bouncing Back From InjuryThe dreaded ‘i’ word is a player’s worst nightmare - and isn’t much fun or easy on parents & coaches, either. In this episode, Zuby & Erik chat about the physical and mental struggles caused by injury along with some vital early steps that can help speed up recovery and make coming back that much easier, both physically and mentally. The topic of injury prevention also comes up along with some overlooked and never considered benefits (yes, BENEFITS) of getting injured. As usual, we hope you take away some useful and practical tips and share this with the young volleyball...
2023-03-221h 48VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 29 - Do Good Coaches Know About Bad Coaches?There are a lot of good coaches out there and they often find themselves feeling ‘attacked’ when parents, players, and even other coaches talk about all the ‘bad apples’ out there. But do good coaches know exactly how bad the coaching has gotten on a wider scale over the past 10 to 15 years? If we live within our own lanes, silos, and stories, we might not be aware of what’s happening across the board or with those ‘other coaches’ in our club. In this episode, the guys better define and illustrate what a ‘bad coach’ is by providing clear examples they (and co...
2023-03-151h 52VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 28 - When Is It Okay To Quit?Quitting is usually considered to be a negative in our culture, but are there times when quitting (or leaving a team/club) is actually the harder and more useful option? While there’s value in struggle, and facing adversity can teach us important lessons, parents also need to be mindful of the benefits gained from staying or leaving and - more importantly - of the messages our children are receiving about tolerating or remaining in unproductive situations/relationships. As usual, the guys discuss this complicated issue from a variety of angles and help parents and players weigh key factors to h...
2023-03-081h 19VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 27 - How Coaches Lose TeamsMost of us have seen it. The coach is talking & ‘selling’ but the team isn’t listening & ‘buying.’ This is a coach who has ‘lost’ their team and it’s virtually impossible to get the players back. So, why does it happen? Well - there’s the easy answers, like the coach is a ‘screamer’ or doesn’t really offer constructive or helpful criticism, but there are also less obvious things that coaches do everyday that undermine the faith and trust their players have in them. Listen in or watch as Zuby & Erik discuss the deeper causes behind why and how coaches lose the atte...
2023-03-011h 24VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 26 - How Should Parents Cheer?Erik is finally back from vacation and sits-down with Zuby to chat about the often controversial (and hot-button) topic of how parents should cheer. As usual, they offer up a few unique insights and take-aways and come at the issue from a variety of perspectives. It’s true that sometimes parents forget that these are, in fact, children on the courts…but if kids are shielded from tough or even unfair things then how will they ever manage to build up resilience and tolerance to such things? The guys also discuss whether parents treat young male players differently than their f...
2023-02-221h 01VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 25 - Player Pep Talk: Thinking About Quitting?Join Zuby for another ‘Player Pep Talk’ where he discusses the shortcut to standing out, playing with no fear, and becoming a better player RIGHT AWAY. In volleyball - and in life - there are passengers and there are drivers, and the goal is to take the wheel and become a bold player, too busy to be worried about messing up or what your coach or parents are saying when you try to be more aggressive and fail. Fortune favors the bold - on and off the court…so listen in and take your game to the next level ASAP!
2023-02-1643 minVOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 24 - Player Pep Talk: Play Better INSTANTLY!Join Zuby for another ‘Player Pep Talk’ where he discusses the shortcut to standing out, playing with no fear, and becoming a better player RIGHT AWAY. In volleyball - and in life - there are passengers and there are drivers, and the goal is to take the wheel and become a bold player, too busy to be worried about messing up or what your coach or parents are saying when you try to be more aggressive and fail. Fortune favors the bold - on and off the court…so listen in and take your game to the next level ASAP!
2023-02-0820 minVOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 23 - The Secret to a Better Season (& LIFE)Join Zuby & Erik as they discuss the secret to a better season - and a better LIFE. It’s the art of being GRATEFUL, of course, learning to not take the little things for granted - and even seeing the ‘bad’ things as positives in the long run. Sometimes, we forget that we’re lucky to have the problems we have and that, in actuality, our outrage or misery over a given situation is, in large part, because we have nothing else to worry about. As usual, the guys go DEEP, into a philosophical discussion regarding how, even the seemingly w...
2023-02-011h 52VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 22 - Managing Toxic ParentsSome people think it’s the greatest problem in all of youth sports. While there are definitely toxic players and coaches, something that all players, coaches and parents themselves can agree on is that there are a lot of toxic PARENTS out there, today. Whether it’s demanding more playing time when it’s not warranted for their child, feeling threatened or triggered every time their son or daughter faces adversity, or even verbally abusing players, coaches, or other parents over things they don’t understand, there are strategies to employ to minimize the headaches and the hassles from such paren...
2023-01-251h 29VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 21 - Handling Toxic TeammatesListen in as Zuby & Erik discuss the growing problem of toxic teammates in volleyball. As usual, the guys don’t take the superficial approach, but instead examine the - often overlooked - root causes behind these behaviors so players, parents, & coaches can FIRST understand the source (vital) before attempting to address the issue in a meaningful, practical, and thoughtful way. This episode will specifically explore:
The various forms that toxic behavior can take on
Why players attempt to blame and exclude others
Practical approaches for players, parents, and coaches to adopt
Specific techniques players can use TODAY to null...
2023-01-181h 54VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 20 - Recruiting Tips w. Shane ChristopherZuby & Erik welcome former OCAA College ‘Coach of the Year’ (and current club volleyball parent), Shane Christopher, to discuss the sometimes overwhelming and daunting chore of getting recruited. Parents, players, and coaches will want to listen in as the guys ask Coach Christopher…
What’s the best way to start the recruitment process?
What do college & university coaches look for?
What kind of video do coaches like to see?
Is there hope for players who haven’t been recruited?
Do ‘open tryouts’ even exist anymore?
Do college coaches value club or high school volleyball more?
What advice would college coaches...
2023-01-132h 02VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 19 - 20 Questions w. Zuby & ErikGet to know Zuby & Erik a bit better as they answer 20 QUESTIONS about their own experiences in the game, since childhood and all the way through their varsity & pro careers. You’ll laugh, cry, and even learn a lot through this edition of 'Volleyballogy UNcensored,' which many critics say is the ‘feel good episode of the YEAR!’ Okay - we’ve oversold it a bit, but you WILL enjoy the funny stories, unique takes, and intriguing philosophies shared in this very special episode.
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2023-01-042h 31VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 18 - Player Pep Talk: Being YOUR Best, Not THE BestZuby is back with another ‘Player Pep Talk’ (technically for players, parents, and coaches - and for anyone wanting to succeed at ANYTHING really). This week, Zuby dives deep into why comparing ourselves to others is a futile and illogical exercise and why truly excellent individuals, instead, prefer to work on and measure the only aspect within their control - themselves and their own actions. Social media, schools, and sports can have us focusing on what everyone else is doing, but once we learn to work on being OUR best (as opposed to THE best), we’ll find that stress...
2022-12-2842 minVOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 17 - The Ultimate PLAYERS' SeasonIt’s here! They’ve talked about the coaches and spoken at length regarding the parents - and now it’s time for Zuby, Erik, & Meach to unveil the ultimate season for the actual volleyball PLAYERS! Listen in or watch as the guys cover the key points of what it takes to be a winning and successful player in a time where coaches and teammates (and even some parents) are often more challenging to deal with than ever before. Listen, laugh, and LEARN from the former pros as they cover the keys to being a great teammate, how to be a coac...
2022-12-211h 46VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 16 - The Ultimate PARENTING SeasonThis week Zuby, Erik, & Meach discuss best practices and ideas for parents as they navigate the ups & downs of volleyball life with their kids. Being a parent is never easy, but it can be particularly tricky knowing when to speak up or what to say when things go a bit sideways (as they inevitably do). This funny, entertaining, and insightful episode will provide the ultimate blueprint for parents so they (and their kids) can get the most out of each & every season…and not want to kill each other!
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2022-12-142h 19VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 15 - The Ultimate COACHING SeasonThis is it! Listen in as the former pro players/coaches at VOLLEYBALLOGY break down the key aspects and best practices employed by the top echelon of coaches to bring out the best in themselves, their players - and even the parents in a given season. Starting with tryouts, Zuby, Erik, & Meach provide a step by step blueprint or checklist for coaches who are interested in promoting excellence, the proper mindset, and reducing friction with players & parents (a vital component & problematic symptom often overlooked & left unaddressed by many coaches). The guys share a few laughs and even break into son...
2022-12-071h 59VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 14 - HELP: My Kid Isn't Playing!Zuby, Erik, and Meach are back together and helping parents and players deal with the reality of not playing enough - or even being benched. Specifically, they identify different key reasons young athletes may find themselves ‘glued’ to the bench (rightly or wrongly) and how they - and their parents - can come to grips with the situation and cultivate powerful methods to cope, and even THRIVE, in this seemingly negative predicament.
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2022-11-301h 31VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 13 - Player Pep Talk: ConfidenceIn this unique instalment of VOLLEYBALOGY UNcensored, Zuby (former player, coach, and Philosophy/Psychology teacher) sits down alone on camera in our first ever ‘Player Pep Talk.’ Parents and coaches will want to listen in as Zuby works to define what true confidence looks and feels like for young athletes, as well as useful and PRACTICAL tips to help develop this vital ingredient for success - both on & off the court. We hope you enjoy this special format, as we’ll be mixing in more ‘Player Pep Talks’ down the road from time to time. Of course, please email info@volleyba...
2022-11-2342 minVOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 12 - Parents Q&A (PART 2)While Meach decided to spend time with his OTHER family for reasons discussed, Zuby & Erik are left alone to answer another great batch of parents’ questions coming in from info@volleyballogy.org, as well as the VOLLEYBALLOGY Facebook Page & our YouTube comments section (please keep those coming by the way!).
In this second instalment of ‘Parents Q&A,’ the guys discuss the following important topics & questions:
Why do some coaches discourage beach volleyball and are they right to do so?
Is it wrong for coaches to bypass development in the interest of winning now?
How can player...
2022-11-161h 44VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 11 - Volleyball Parents: Q&A (PART 1)Parents - it’s your time to shine! This week Zuby, Erik, & Meach field questions from inquiring volleyball moms & dads, who wrote in via Facebook, YouTube, and www.volleyballogy.org. In this FIRST installment of ‘Volleyball Parents: Q&A’, the former pro players and coaches at VOLLEYBALOGY discuss:
Is it necessary to play club AND highschool to get recruited?
What to do if your child wants to quit
How to handle the problem of LATE (& unreasonable) changes to club practice times?
Physical recovery tips for players who are playing a LOT
Why players tape their fingers
How many club tea...
2022-11-091h 50VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 10 - Mental Health in Youth VolleyballListen in as Zuby, Erik, & Meach discuss the increasingly important issue of mental health & anxiety in volleyball - especially as we demand more & more of our young athletes. The guys discuss personal mental health issues, past counselling & educational experiences, and offer tips for parents of young children, as they traverse the fine line between keeping children open to new experiences & remaining respectful of autonomy. This is an important episode aimed at assisting parents, players, and coaches better understand, what can be, an overwhelming and intimidating topic. Of course, if you or someone you know is struggling, please be sure to...
2022-11-021h 48VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 9 - Plight of the TALL PlayerZuby, Erik, & Meach dive deep into the often overlooked and under-discussed issue of how the club & high school game is ruining thousands of tall players - and setting them up for failure at the varsity level and beyond. As usual, the guys have a few laughs along the way and come up with some practical SOLUTIONS for players, coaches, and PARENTS who might be dealing with this - all too common - problem.
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2022-10-261h 39VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 8 - Picking the RIGHT Club Volleyball TeamParents & players will want to listen in while Zuby, Erik, & Meach discuss the good & bad things to look for when deciding on the best club team for your child - and your sanity. Plus, Erik & Meach fill Zuby in on the migration patterns of turkey vultures (who only care about winning?). It sounds strange, but it's oddly on-topic.
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2022-10-192h 01VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 7 - The Plight of the SHORT PlayerIn this episode, Zuby, Erik, & Meach discuss the growing trend of selecting just the tallest players to form youth volleyball teams. Are we overlooking what smaller players can bring to the table? Listen-in and share a few laughs with the guys as they talk about the risks of letting it ALL ride on TALL.
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2022-10-121h 36VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 6 - Crazy Club Volleyball FeesJoin Zuby, Erik, & Meach for another funny & insightful edition of VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensored. In this episode the guys tackle the important issue of rising club volleyball fees and possible ways for parents & clubs to help keep volleyball affordable for all (and for clubs to to improve transparency - and perhaps their images - in the process). Nothing is off limits in this important episode so be sure to set aside some time, take good notes, and share this with the clubs & families in your area!
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2022-10-051h 18VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 5 - The Dangers of StatsJoin Zuby, Erik, & Meach for another funny & informative 'deep dive' into the world of volleyball stats and the dangers of drawing conclusions from numbers - and numbers alone. The guys also hit on broader societal issues associated with the ease of data collection & the risks associated with overreactions.
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2022-09-281h 45VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 4 - The Ultimate Volleyball MindsetJoin Zuby, Erik, and Meach for a few laughs and philosophical insights as they dive deep into the qualities that make up the ultimate volleyball mindset and serve up a few examples/factors that led to some of the greatest (and worst) examples of mentally tough athletes. The guys also pay homage to and discuss some of the mindset icons like, Karch Kiraly, Muhammad Ali, Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky, Kobe Bryant, and - of course - Roger Federer.
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2022-09-212h 12VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 3 - The TRYOUT Show!Every player, coach, & parent will want to listen in as Zuby, Erik, & Meach discuss what it takes for both players & coaches to kick-butt during tryouts. Aside from best practices for coaches & players, parents will also learn about how to spot 'red flags' regarding club & coaching mindsets & tendencies...and of course - it's all done with a laugh or two along the way.
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2022-09-142h 24VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 2 - How To Raise a Volleyball Player (& not be THAT parent)Zuby & Erik sit-down this week to discuss the best things parents can do (and avoid) to help their young player enjoy the game and get the most out of their volleyball experience. Parents, players, and coaches will want to listen in as the guys address the, often overlooked, root causes - and solutions - to one of the most common issues affecting youth volleyball today.
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2022-09-072h 09VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensoredEp. 1 - Good Coach/Bad CoachIn the first ever episode of 'VOLLEYBALL UNcensored,' Zuby, Erik, & Meach sit-down to discuss the Volleyballogy mission, as well as some funny stories & key differences between good coaches & bad coaches.
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