OUR PHILOSOPHY

Coaching Philosophy:

The lessons we teach and the experiences that club volleyball provides will stay with players for years to come. Above all, we seek to help develop good humans AND excellent volleyball players. Confidence, integrity,  perseverance, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a standard of excellence are all principles that are introduced in sports but extend far beyond the gym. 

We are not focused on any single high school program. The relationships that players build across schools are an extremely valuable part of the club volleyball experience. In the past, our teams have been very diverse and represent 3 different states!

Team Philosophies:

Developmental & 12u Teams

Our 12U and Developmental teams focus on laying the groundwork for a lifelong love of volleyball. Our philosophy centers on creating a positive and educational environment where young athletes learn the basics of the game, proper form, and fundamental skills. We believe in:

1. Skill Foundation: Our primary goal is to instill a strong foundation in the fundamental skills of volleyball. We emphasize proper mechanics in serving, passing, setting, and hitting to ensure players develop the right techniques from the start.

2. Fun and Encouragement: We strive to make every practice enjoyable and full of enthusiasm. We encourage a love for the game by creating a supportive and fun-filled atmosphere that fosters a passion for volleyball.

3. Individual Growth: We understand that every player progresses at their own pace. Our coaching staff is dedicated to the individual development of each player, helping them set and achieve their personal goals.

4. Team Values: While focusing on individual growth, we also emphasize teamwork, effective communication, and sportsmanship. We promote respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, and the game itself.

5. Preparation for the Future: Our 12U and Developmental teams serve as the starting point for a successful volleyball journey. We prepare players for the challenges ahead, both on and off the court, and instill a strong work ethic and a growth mindset.

13u &14u Teams

Our 13 and 14u players have been introduced to the game, either from developmental leagues in the area or through middle school ball. Playing time will start to be influenced by the player’s skill but there will still be an enormous focus on skill development and fine-tuning techniques and effort, commitment, and work ethic will be influential in their role on the court. This age is critical for developing solid fundamentals. Because poor habits become increasingly difficult to reverse after this age, we will place a great deal of emphasis on proper form, technique, and mechanics in passing, serving, hitting, setting, and digging. 

Players will begin to find their specific positions and spend more time increasing proficiency at position-specific skills. They should demonstrate good communication skills and understanding of game momentum and offensive and defensive systems. 

15u & 16u Teams

At this age, we expect our players to be committed to their volleyball experience. Winning will become more important as it’s a qualitative demonstration of the individual and team skills acquired. Playing time will be determined by a player’s ability to contribute, but commitment, hard work, and healthy competition among teammates are encouraged to push the individual to always be striving to be their best version of themselves. These years are important in terms of the growth of “volleyball IQ”. Players are taught to begin to think beyond their individual skills to see the game, develop court awareness, anticipate opponent moves, and make good decisions. Mental toughness and strategy become increasingly important and continue to be reinforced to players in this age group. By this point, teams should be continuously communicating on the court. More sophisticated offensive and defensive systems will be introduced with the expectation that teams can make adjustments mid-game. Players who are thinking about playing in college will begin to lay the foundation to keep those doors open.

17u & 18u Teams

By this point, basic skills should be mastered and only need minor refinements. The finer points of the game both offensively and defensively are enhanced. Mental toughness, strategy, and cohesiveness of team dynamics dictate the game rhythm and match results more often than not, so development and understanding of these facets is a focus. Physical training remains a top priority and critical for the strength, power, and explosiveness needed to be a top-tier athlete. While we recognize not every player that participates in club volleyball will end up playing at the collegiate level, at this age group,  we know many of our players have the talent and drive to take their game to the next level. Recruiting, strength & performance, and understanding competition strategies and tactics are highlighted in order to help get to the next level.