Recreation and Sports : Volleyball Articles from GetACoder.com

Listen and Listen Well

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:58:54 -0400

Between a volleyball coach and his team, the most rewarding job that a coach can feel is the success and the victory that his team encounters. Although a lot effort is put into coaching, it is both fulfilling and satisfying seeing the team that the coach has guided sailing into triumph. The key to the success of the team here is constant communication, and understanding between the players and the coach, the players and his team. So, in order for the coach to have real communication, here are some examples in which he can fully address his players.

Volleyball History

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:47:24 -0400

The respective histories of such popular North American sports as basketball, football, and baseball are by now quite well-enshrined in mythology, but there is comparatively little known about volleyball history. This article is going to take a look at the developments and origins of the popular sport - volleyball.

Volleyball Rules

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:43:04 -0400

Surprisingly, volleyball rules are simple enough for anyone to figure out. Perhaps after reading this, you will be able to gather your friends together for a game, played by the same rules that the professionals and the most talented amateurs use when they play.

Women's Beach Volleyball

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:32:03 -0400

The sport of women's beach volleyball is more than just fun in the sun on the sandy beaches of the American coastline. It may have started out that way, but over the last twenty years, the game has grown into a full-blown sport that is now a Summer Olympic sport.

Volleyball Drills - 3 Volleyball Drills to Improve Your Skills

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 09:07:04 -0400

Volleyball drills are a great way to get your team in shape for their next big game. Drills make sure the player is fit, and ready for whatever occurs in a game, and makes sure all the players are on their toes.

Olympian Volleyball Player Logan Tom, the American Globetrotter

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 18:36:29 -0400

Pro volleyball players have many choices these days on where they can play internationally and still earn a decent salary. Olympian Logan Tom is a globetrotter who has played in five countries in four years.

Volleyball Defense - 5 Great Tips for Reading the Hitter

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 23:27:47 -0500

Need advice on playing volleyball defense? Great defensive players have the ability to read the hitter and anticipate hits before they happen. Use these 5 volleyball tips to get in better position and make great plays.

Training For Volleyball - See Dramatic Results With Sport Specific Training

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 18:31:30 -0500

Don't make the mistake of just 'working out' instead of training for your sport. Sport specific training is the answer.

Serving A Volleyball

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 20:21:24 -0500

Want to get better at serving a volleyball? Try this! Use these tips to help when teaching youth to serve a volleyball.

Try Anticipation

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 15:31:48 -0500

Anticipation is key for any level of Volleyball. Most players do not anticipate will. Follow these tips to enhance your anticipation skills.

What it Takes to Earn a Volleyball Scholarship

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 02:50:10 -0400

Athletic Scholarships can be a difficult task now a days. Unless you are the Lebron James of your respective sport you must really focus on your particular athletic ability and utilize all necessary forms of promotion to help obtain an athletic scholarship.

Volleyball Drills

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 11:01:20 -0400

The following article details 2 volleyball drills that are a welcome addition to your next practice. For the first drill your players will be improving their precision aiming for a variety of hits while the second drill aims to improve your players' serving skills.

Top 5 Mental Adjustments Freshmen Players Must Make to Play Women's College Volleyball

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 05:14:56 -0400

1. In women's college volleyball learning to optimize Time Management skills is the most important mental adjustment incoming freshmen need to learn according to college coaches interviewed by Volleyball Magazine.

Coaching Drills for Volleyball

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 19:46:14 -0400

The following article presents two coaching drills for volleyball that promote healthy competition while improving players' skills. The first is a fun game where the team who scores the point keeps playing while the second aims to improve your players' digging abilities.

Drills for Volleyball Practice - Focus on Serving

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 01:41:26 -0400

This article gives 2 fun and challenging drills for volleyball practice that aim to improve your team's serving skills. The first forces your players to serve with razor-sharp accuracy to different spots on the court and the second has servers face off with passer to see who can score more perfect plays.

Women's College Volleyball: Top 5 Physical Adjustments Freshmen Must Make to Play in College

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 07:07:17 -0400

Incoming high school volleyball players who transition into playing women's college volleyball often experience the culture shock that happens when a tourist visits a foreign country. Here are 5 physical adjustments incoming college volleyball players should know to prepare for their first year as a women's college volleyball student athlete.

Volleyball Drills For Youth

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 18:46:06 -0400

The following article outlines two volleyball drills for youth that emphasize the fundamental skills of the game in a fast-paced drill setting. The first drill is a four person variation on the classic pepper drill, and the second drill teaches the correct stance for the zipper pass and how to implement it come game time.

Fun Volleyball Drills

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 03:20:58 -0400

This article delivers three fun volleyball drills to break up the monotony of your next practice. The first is a variation on the game of Bingo with special skills instead of numbers, the second teaches players to hit the floor without hesitation and the third will build your team's defensive toughness by having them play outnumbered.

Volleyball Practice Drills

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 10:03:25 -0400

These two volleyball practice drills are an excellent way to spice things up a bit at your next practice or pre-game warm-up. For the first drill, hustle and calling the ball are emphasized as players must scramble from a three-player pile up to set the ball and the second drill turns a 4-on-4 scrimmage into a defensive workout, both physically and mentally.

Middle School Volleyball Drills

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 05:40:27 -0400

The following middle school volleyball drills are a great way for players of any skill level to improve on their serving and tipping. The first drill focuses on accuracy when serving while the second is a quick-paced drill that simulates game play where players the only permissible way to hit the ball is by tipping it.

Coaching Tips for Volleyball

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 13:01:32 -0400

This article contains coaching tips for volleyball that will help keep your players interested and engaged even as the season progresses. By replacing traditional warm-ups with variations on your player's favorite schoolyard games, you'll have them running around so much they'll barely notice they're warming up, and by setting achievable goals your players will chart their improvements both individually and as a team

Volleyball Practice

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 17:49:00 -0400

Consider coming up with a standard warm-up routine to run at your next volleyball practice or before your next game. This sample warm-up routine combines crucial aspects of both the offensive and the defensive game to get your players warmed-up and ready to play!

A Brief History Of The Game Of Volleyball

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 11:01:43 -0400

Learn all about the history of the game of volleyball.

The Basics Of Volleyball

Thu, 31 May 2007 15:48:13 -0400

Learn all the basic rules and plays of volleyball.

Fun Youth Volleyball Drills

Thu, 24 May 2007 21:50:15 -0400

This article gives 2 fun youth volleyball drills that combine a variety of skills in a fast-paced manner. The first drill is a variation on the pepper drill where players must hit the ball over the net and the second drill details a game where if a player fails to hit the ball over the net to the opposing team's back row they are eliminated from play.

Beach Volleyball Basics

Mon, 21 May 2007 04:11:46 -0400

Learn the basics of the game of beach volleyball.

Volleyball

Wed, 09 May 2007 12:01:46 -0400

Volleyball originated in United States and is more than hundred years old. Volleyball is an extremely popular sport in United States and has gained popularity in various other parts of the world. It is estimated that 46 million Americans play volleyball and there are around 800 million players of volleyball worldwide. In the year 1895, William G. Morgan, thought to mix the elements of baseball, basketball, tennis and handball into one game. He thus created a game called mintonette, which was later called volleyball. The first game of volleyball was played in the year 1896. Earlier, the ball of basketball was used for playing volleyball. In the year 1900, a special ball was designed for the sport. The ball of volleyball now weighs between 9 and 10 ounces and the ball pressure is between 4.5 and 6 pounds

Breaking Up the Serving Volleyball Skill: How To Become A Serving Sensation

Sun, 11 Mar 2007 05:43:54 -0400

The volleyball serve is the first form of attack. It's the first attempt you have to make a Direct point against the opposite team. By breaking up the serving volleyball skill by body part you will learn how to effectively put the opposite team in difficulty.

Top 5 Ways Girls Can Become a Celebrity Volleyball Spiker

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:07:22 -0500

Let's face it Spiking is pretty much what everybody lives for when playing or watching Volleyball. Spiking it hard, spiking it high and spiking it on or inside the ten foot line so the volleyball bounces back up high enough to hit the rafters on the ceiling is the dream, right? Heck, that's what I always tried to do! Well the reality is that successful spikers or "celebrity" spikers which is what I like to call them are not always the heavy hitters with the golden arms...I call "celebrity spikers" the players who are smart enough to make points in VARIOUS ways when they attack the ball. I've listed here five ways You can become a celebrity spiker and the good news is you don't have to be six feet tall!

Top 5 Girls Volleyball Secrets That Make a BIG Difference With Your Serve Receive

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 10:40:42 -0500

The serve receive is the key to running your team's offense. Here are 5 "little" girls volleyball tips that will make a BIG difference in your volleyball passing performance.

Booking Travel for Your Volleyball Team

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:09:56 -0500

This article provides helpful recommendations for coaches and parents booking travel for their volleyball teams.

Girls Playing Volleyball:Top 5 Ways to Create Confidence in Your Teammates

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 20:06:46 -0500

In girls volleyball, at times, you don't even have to touch the ball to make a big difference on the volleyball court. Below you will find 5 ways to help make your teammates better players.

Girls Volleyball:Top 5 Ways Females Can Improve Their Volleyball Game

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 03:59:04 -0500

I am frequently asked by female players what are some of the best ways a girl can improve her volleyball skills. I decided to write this article to discuss five of my more popular suggestions. Remember these may not work for everybody but it may give you some ideas as to what will work for you.

Coaching Volleyball Skills:Top 5 Reasons Why You May Have a Wimpy Serve

Thu, 08 Feb 2007 16:23:00 -0500

Smart volleyball coaches know that serving is the volleyball game's "equalizer" because from start to finish you and only you control every aspect and especially the outcome of the serve. It doesn't matter how tall, how wide or how short you are, if you develop a tough serve that makes points consistently, I guarantee you will regularly see court time.

Playing Girls Volleyball: Top 5 Reasons Why Communication Is Key

Sun, 28 Jan 2007 16:14:02 -0500

Communication on the court during a girls volleyball game is key. I've always said that refusing to talk on the court is like playing volleyball with a blindfold on. How is anyone going to know "who" is going to do "what" if no one is talking about anything.

Girls Volleyball:Top 5 Ways to Get the Varsity Volleyball Coach to Notice You

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 04:37:51 -0500

Okay some freshmen girl volleyball players CAN rely on pure physical raw talent when it comes to being considered for the Varsity team but there are some things you can do if you are a little less physically endowed to get the volleyball coach to notice you. Just check out these tips and apply them to your next volleyball practice.

Summary Of History In Volleyball

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 21:14:59 -0500

Who invented volleyball? Why was volleyball invented? Where was volleyball invented? How was volleyball invented? How did the name volleyball came about?

Coaching Girls Volleyball Skills: Top 5 Volleyball Tips For Improving Your Serve Receive

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 11:09:05 -0500

In girls volleyball the ability to serve receive or to "pass" the ball from an opponent's serve is one of the most important volleyball skills to learn in order to play competitive indoor or sand volleyball games and tournaments.

Coaching Girls Volleyball Skills: How You Use Pepper Warmup To Improve Your Defensive Skill

Mon, 15 Jan 2007 16:01:03 -0500

Many girls volleyball players don't know how to use the Pepper Warm up Drill as a way to improve their defensive volleyball skills. Below are 5 ways elite volleyball players use "Pepper" as a way to improve their volleyball defensive game.

Girls Playing Volleyball: How to Win During Your Warm Ups

Sun, 14 Jan 2007 22:04:01 -0500

When coaching girls volleyball players whenever I get a chance I pass on one of the best pieces of advice I've ever gotten from one of my coach's. This volleyball tip has to do with what happens BEFORE the volleyball game even starts. The advice is the following... when I'm in my hitting line...watch the opposing volleyball team players hitting warmup...

Breaking Up the Volleyball Communication Skill:Top 5 Things To Communicate to Your Front Row Players

Sat, 13 Jan 2007 04:05:52 -0500

In girls volleyball especially, lack of communication on the volleyball court is like playing blindfolded. When volleyball players talk about what's going on there are very few surprises and very little confusion. Here we break up the volleyball skill of how and what to communicate to your front row players so you learn to how to become a team leader.

Girls Playing Volleyball: Top 5 Places to Serve After A Team Timeout

Sun, 07 Jan 2007 12:41:10 -0500

Especially in girls volleyball, serving is the volleyball game's "equalizer" because from start to finish you and only you control every aspect and especially the outcome of the serve. It doesn't matter how tall, how wide or how short you are, if you develop a tough serve that makes points consistently, I guarantee you will regularly see court time.

Girls Playing Volleyball: Top 5 Volleyball Coaching Tips on Learning to Tip Effectively

Tue, 02 Jan 2007 17:59:07 -0500

This article offers advice on how to learn to "Tip" Effectively To Increase Your Options in Attack

Volleyball Training Videos: How Watching Video Improves Your Volleyball Game

Mon, 01 Jan 2007 20:44:05 -0500

Watching volleyball videos can seem like the most boring aspect of pre game preparation but like most things you just have to know how to MAKE it work for you.

Girls Volleyball Practice: Serve Receive Ain't For Sissies

Sun, 31 Dec 2006 06:53:49 -0500

Especially for girls volleyball players here are 5 volleyball tips elite athletes use when Serve Receiving. Now you can easily perform these volleyball skills to improve your technique during games and volleyball tournaments.

Girls Volleyball Skills: Serving Like a Superstar

Sat, 30 Dec 2006 18:22:09 -0500

For girls volleyball players here are 3 Tips for an Effective Volleyball Serve

Coaching Girls Volleyball Skills: How The Pros Stay Square To The Net While Blocking

Sat, 23 Dec 2006 11:42:46 -0500

Good girls volleyball coaches and women volleyball champions know to get the most out of the block its important to "stay squared" to the volleyball net. This means to keep your shoulders, your underarms as you jump, boobies, abs and hips parallel to the net keeping as little space as possible between you and the volleyball net while you block jump.

No matter how tall you are the following five steps will help you improve your volleyball blocking skill!

Volleyball Practice and Mental Strategy: Overcoming Life's Obstacles

Mon, 18 Dec 2006 13:54:58 -0500

A personal story on learning to give 110% whenever you have the opportunity.

The Power Serve; Volleyball Strategy and Strength

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 20:33:35 -0500

One of the most important things in volleyball is this serve. The power serve shows your opponents that you mean business and it shows the strength of your team. A super hard and fast and well-placed shot on the initial serve strikes fear into your opponent. And they should fear you because you are going to beat them. They should know that right up front and know that they will lose.

Girls Playing Volleyball: Top 4 Ways YOU CAN Control the Pace of Your Volleyball Game

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 11:07:01 -0500

Girls, have you ever played in a volleyball game where the pace seemed so fast that everything just seemed to be BEYOND your control? Many times you play in a volleyball game that seems to control you when in reality there are several things that you can do to change or control the game so that YOU can speed up or slow down the pace or the rhythm of the match.

Here are a few suggestions:

Girls Volleyball Skills: Blocking Is Beautiful

Sat, 09 Dec 2006 19:03:13 -0500

Especially in girls volleyball, blocking is considered the first defensive skill used to attempt to keep your opponent from spiking successfully into your court. While teaching volleyball fundamentals I focus on explaining what the responsibility and positioning is for each body part.

Breaking Up the Setting Volleyball Skill: Setting Is Simple Part 2

Wed, 22 Nov 2006 09:20:20 -0500

By breaking up the setting volleyball skill by each body part I'll teach you how to play better volleyball by learning what movements to check to see whether you are performing this volleyball skill correctly. So even without a coach you can correct or reduce your own unforced errors! This is Part 2 of my Setting is Simple Series.

Volleyball Strategy; Slamming the Spike and Wasting Your Competition

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 04:09:07 -0500

If you are a Volley Ball player and you truly like to win then you are going to have to practice the hardcore spike to level the competition. And when I say level them, I do not mean level the playing field I mean completely level them into submission. This is why you personally and your team must concentrate more on slamming the spikes and wasting your competition rather than just playing the fundamentals and proper placing of the spike.

Pro Beach Volleyball:Womens Beach Volleyball Champions Coaching on Pro Tour

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 15:49:26 -0500

An interesting trend began this past summer with legendary female champion volleyball players giving back to their sport by coaching some of the top womens pro beach volleyball players on this year's AVP Beach Volleyball Tournament Tour.

Breaking Up the Setting Volleyball Skill: Setting Is Simple Part 1

Wed, 08 Nov 2006 09:34:02 -0500

Decimating Your Opponent and Winning in Volleyball

Sun, 29 Oct 2006 02:20:59 -0500

When playing volleyball the objective of the game is to win. Too often people play volleyball and concentrate so much on the teamwork and setting up the place that they do not concentrate on decimating their opponents. Now don't get me wrong it is important to train in the fundamentals and have good teamwork. But the last shot over that net should be to decimate your opponent.

The Fascinating History of Volleyball

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 18:08:56 -0400

It's a sport with that uses terms such as "joust" "decoy" and "kill" although it was originally devised to be played by businessmen to give them less physical contact and be more suited to their sedate lifestyle.

Volleyballs

Fri, 22 Sep 2006 01:33:07 -0400

Volleyball is among the most well-loved and popular sports around the globe. An active sport that provides excellent aerobic exercise, this game is perfect for keeping you fit, and it also helps you improve your hand-and-eye coordination, as well as your ability to supersede the desire to duck a fast-moving object - in this case, a ball.

Beach Volley Ball; Not the Same Sport as Court Volley Ball

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 09:21:38 -0400

Beach Volley Ball is much different than court volley ball and not just the number of players on the court but the way in which it is played and the different muscles and skills needed to play it. Many folks who are very excellent players on the court have a very rough time of it on the sand. Playing beach volley ball competitively takes years of practice.

Volleyball Shoes

Sun, 27 Aug 2006 04:47:05 -0400

Volleyball is widely played and is among the most popular games in the world. As the evolution of the game goes on, equipment and apparels such as shoes are keeping up the pace. Most volleyball shoes are now available bearing the ingenuity of modern technological advances designed specifically to play the game.

Beach Volleyballs

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 19:26:45 -0400

Since the introduction of volleyball years and years ago, the sport continues to be one of the most popular and most loved sport. Beach volleyball is particularly popular and has a large following of enthusiasts who go to beaches or campgrounds where volleyball play is offered as an activity.

Powerful Periodized Strength Training Basics For Volleyball

Fri, 30 Dec 2005 04:24:05 -0500

Lynn VanDyke delivers a resource geared specifically for volleyball players. All readers can benefit from the additional strength training and periodization information.

Keys for the Volleyball Team's Most Crucial Position

Thu, 29 Dec 2005 21:50:42 -0500

Perfect volleyball qualities in a player and thorough knowledge of the game's mechanics are the goals of good setters. It takes more, however, to be a great setter.

What You Should Know About Volleyball Safety To Make The Most of Your Play Time

Tue, 10 May 2005 17:01:54 -0400

The fun and excitement of volleyball lures many children and adults into playing the sport. However, in order to have as much fun as possible, volleyball safety is something that you must always keep...

What Started It All - The History of Volleyball

Sun, 01 May 2005 23:49:47 -0400

Surprisingly, one of the most well loved sports in the world is also relatively young. Despite the game's youth, it has gone through a wide variety of changes and evolution as a part of its rich hist...

Volleyball Mental Toughness - How To 'Spark' that Volleyball FIRE in your Players!

Fri, 11 Mar 2005 21:27:22 -0500

When times are tough, Here's how to Remove the doubt from your player's minds, Focus on winning one point at a time and get them back to doing things right.

Volleyball Drills Three Drills To Enhance Your Volleyball Skills When Practicing By Yourself

Mon, 21 Feb 2005 18:29:56 -0500

Here's Three Great Volleyball Drills players can use to improve their volleyball skills, build upon their weaknesses and help elevate their team to success!

Volleyball Training -Training Beginner Volleyball Players!

Sat, 19 Feb 2005 15:56:03 -0500

Here's some great tips to help coaches train beginner volleyball players