Listed below are some articles about volleyball we thought would be helpful to coaches, players, and parents. Under each title is a brief description of the topic covered. Feel free to pass this information on to others you think may benefit from it.

It’s Not Where You Are, It’s Who You Are

"Originally, I titled this article "How to Excel Under Any Coach." A natural sub-title could be "It's not how tall you are; it's how tall you play," as skill, speed, awareness, and anticipation will beat height any time. The article summarizes what kids should be learning from fun on the court or field, in practices and games. Some thoughts are volleyball specific, but the majority relate to all sports."

My Favorite Player

"She is the one who asks me...."Coach, how can I get better at _______________?," and who doesn’t ask what she is doing wrong, but asks, "Coach, what do I need to do right this next time?""

My Favorite Coach

"She knows how to balance fun - smiles and humor abound in training, competition and team travel - with focused competitive fury." "He stays calm through every storm of competition, so the players can play through every challenge."

The Game Teaches the Game

"Often I open coaching courses, at any level, with the following "test" Fill in the blanks -- The game teaches ____________. I get all sorts of interesting answers like "good sportsmanship," and "team work" – but the "correct" answer I am seeking is in the title above…"the game.""

Give Kids a Good Start in Volleyball

"This brief handout will significantly help new coaches AND players of volleyball start off successfully. For this is the level where kids decide – "Am I falling in love with this challenging game, or will the coaches and parents drum out my passion for the sport?'"

Things I Have Learned the Hard Way In Coaching

"…It’s not how many wins you have on your team, but the kind of people and leadership you have on your team that counts."

Twenty Five Questions For Volleyball Teachers And Coaches…

"While stranded in New Jersey for a couple of days in the Blizzard of 1996, after doing a USA CAP course…I came up with this list of questions that should guide everyone towards being a better coach…"

Kessel’s Handy Guide to Ruining Volleyball Players

"The guidelines herein are possibly known by you as a committed coach, but are not properly enforced. These guidelines and suggestions will insure that you, your ego, and its desire to win will take precedence over any individual or team development situation."