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VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensored

Volleyballogy Guys

Welcome to VOLLEYBALLOGY UNcensored - the volleyball podcast by former pro players, coaches - and volleyball parents - aimed at bridging gaps between players, coaches, and parents (by calling out what we"re all thinking but too afraid to say), and to provide FREE content and high-quality instructional videos through our YouTube channel and website at www.volleyballogy.org New episodes are released each Wednesday and listners can help support the mission and the show by donating what they can at

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01:38:10

Ep. 40 - Is Mental Training a MYTH?

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2023/05/31

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

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01:25:46

Ep. 39 - The BASICS of Beach Volleyball

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2023/05/24

As 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

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01:04:39

Ep. 38 - Team Gossip vs Constructive Criticism

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2023/05/17

Parents 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

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01:08:58

Ep. 37 - The Problems With Early Re-Signings

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2023/05/10

More 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

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01:47:46

Ep. 36 - What's the POINT of Youth Volleyball?

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2023/05/03

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

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01:33:49

Ep. 35 - The Ankle Brace Debate SETTLED!

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2023/04/26

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! ------------- We hope you enjoy this podcast

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01:28:43

Ep. 34 - Why Indoor Players NEED Beach

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2023/04/19

What 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

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01:38:26

Ep. 33 - The 10 COMMANDMENTS of Club Building

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2023/04/12

We 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

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02:02:41

Ep. 32 - The Power of Humility

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2023/04/05

It’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

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01:48:36

Ep. 31 - HELP! My Kid's Coach is CRAZY!

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2023/03/29

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

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01:48:33

Ep. 30 - Coping & Bouncing Back From Injury

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2023/03/22

The 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

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01:52:22

Ep. 29 - Do Good Coaches Know About Bad Coaches?

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2023/03/15

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

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01:19:41

Ep. 28 - When Is It Okay To Quit?

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2023/03/08

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

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01:24:08

Ep. 27 - How Coaches Lose Teams

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2023/03/01

Most 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

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01:01:56

Ep. 26 - How Should Parents Cheer?

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2023/02/22

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

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00:43:03

Ep. 25 - Player Pep Talk: Thinking About Quitting?

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2023/02/16

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

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00:20:34

Ep. 24 - Player Pep Talk: Play Better INSTANTLY!

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2023/02/08

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

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01:52:36

Ep. 23 - The Secret to a Better Season (& LIFE)

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2023/02/01

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

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01:29:12

Ep. 22 - Managing Toxic Parents

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2023/01/25

Some 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

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01:54:48

Ep. 21 - Handling Toxic Teammates

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2023/01/18

Listen 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

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