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We are resending the March issue of VolleyBiz one more time since there was an unexplained error in the first article.
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Welcome to the March 2017
This monthly newsletter is designed to help inform JVA members
and the junior volleyball community on the different facets
of the business of club volleyball.
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From the JVA Office: A Coach's Impact Can Last a Lifetime
When I was a freshman in high school, I (unknowingly) began the recruiting process. I had never really thought far enough ahead to even consider playing volleyball in college, but before we knew it I was getting contacted by schools from all over the country- some I had never even heard of!
Being a 15-year-old girl who's parents never went through the recruiting process, we had no idea where to even begin. That was where my club coach stepped in. Read more.
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The 2017 Ultra Ankle® JVA Watch List features over 840 girls indoor junior volleyball players from over 100 JVA member clubs across 28 states plus Canada. The players nominated are being recognized for outstanding achievement on the volleyball court during the juniors club season. Read more.
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Over the past year, I have been leading 'Recruiting Sessions' for parents whose athletes attended various college showcases. As I was planning these sessions, my goal was to simplify the process and give parents 'real tools' to pass on to their athletes. Below is an outline that I use to begin each session, I like to call it 'Recruiting 101'. Read more.
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As the club volleyball season moves into an ever increasingly competitive segment of the season, all involved (athletes, coaches, parents) get a sense of where the season could be headed. Players are fighting for roles and coaches are working to balance individual progress and opportunity with team success. Read more.
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Stats provide a way for coaches to evaluate a player's performance, set goals and differentiate between a good player and a great player. Here's how to effectively measure the stats for the 6 main skills: Serve Receive Passing, Serving, Attacking, Blocking, Digs, and Setting. Read more.
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Communication is a skill just as much as serving and passing. It's something that must be taught and practiced every day. To create great communicators in your program you must make communication a standard in your program. Read more.
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There are many philosophies and opinions out there about what makes practices efficient and effective, but in this instance, let's focus on removing the coaches from running the drill. That might sound crazy to some because the person running the drill, in many ways, controls its efficiency and effectiveness; but by placing the responsibility of controlling the pace, energy level, and the amount of effort on your players, you are accomplishing many things. To better understand, here are examples of player run drills. Read more.
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ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A POSITIVE PARENTING CULTURE
How does your club handle over-involved parents? Do you educate your parents on how to be great sports parents? Hear from 2 JVA Club Directors in the latest JVA Club Connection powered by TeamSnap. Watch now.
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Empowered Volleyball Academy grew from a man's passion to grow and increase the level of the game throughout the Midwest. Upon arriving home from an overseas professional indoor season, Founder William Robbins and his wife Ashlee Robbins, revolutionized the local market by implementing the areas' first ever volleyball specific sports performance program, and a hybrid program of beach, indoor training and character building. Read more.
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5 Mental Steps to Tournament Success
It's that time of the season when teams have put in the hours building up strength and conditioning, perfecting skill sets, and running offensive and defensive schemes. The goal is to translate all that preparation into tournament-winning volleyball that is not compromised by nerves or mental errors. Let's break down some simple but effective mental skills-training principles to incorporate into your team's practice before the next big tournament. Read more.
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Helpful Reading and Resources
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Make a Promise. Have Their Back. Change a Life
From Our Partner, The Sideout Foundation
The JVA is really excited about Side-Out's new initiative,
I've Got Your Back (IGYB)
. We encourage every club to participate in I've Got Your Back, showing support for teammates, loved ones and the stage 4 breast cancer community.
Make a promise. Have their back. Change a life.
Click here
to learn more about how you can be part of #DigPinkIGYB!
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Running Your Club or League
From Our Partner, TeamSnap
Save 15 hours a week using TeamSnap to organize, manage, and run your club or league. Find out how!
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From Our Partner, SportsEngine
As the midpoint of the season nears and the weather starts to warm, club directors and coaches can find themselves facing the challenge of keeping athletes engaged. From setting new goals to re-evaluating coaches and players -- or even taking a break from competition and practice -- clubs use a variety of strategies to assist athletes in maintaining or regaining their focus. Two JVA member clubs share a few ways they keep their athletes engaged until the end of season. Read more.
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There's More to Collegiate Sports Than Division I
From Our Partner, NCSA
NCAA Division I athletics have become synonymous with collegiate sports; so many student-athletes and families are raised upon DI sports and understandably feel DI is the best choice for being a collegiate athlete. Let's shine a light on why Division II, III and NAIA are also excellent options for junior volleyball athletes.. Read more.
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The Sacrament of the 6-2 Offense
From Our Partner, PrepVolleyball.com
A former setter discusses the rewards and challenges that come along with being one of two setters. Read more.
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Deadline Approaching for the 2017 AAU Girls' Junior National Volleyball Championships!
From Our Partner, AAU Volleyball
Register your team today to secure your spot in the largest youth volleyball event in the world! This event is taking place from June 14th - 26th in Orlando, FL at the Orange County Convention Center and the ESPN Wide World of Sports. There are over 30 divisions of competition available for girls ages 10U - 18U. Participating teams also have the option to attend an EXCLUSIVE water park party at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon or visit the Walt Disney World Theme Parks for a discounted rate. The deadline to register for this event is May 8th. Spaces are limited, so do not delay! Visit www.aauvolleyball.org or CLICK HERE for more information.
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