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The Volleyball By Design Podcast

The Volleyball By Design podcast gives coaches simple, actionable, step by step strategies so you can get clarity in your coaching and apply what you learn right away.

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77:43

Inside A National Championship System (Earn 17, Lose...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2026/04/06

In this episode, I sit down with USPORTS National Champion head coach Adam Schriemer to break down the systems, standards, and mindset behind building a championship team. From practice design to match-day decision making, Adam shares exactly what it takes to consistently win at the highest level.In this episode we dive into: Why championship teams focus on “earning 17 and losing no more than 8” The key stats that actually decide matches (first ball kills, transition, aces, blocks) How to build a

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67:17

How 5x National Championship Coach Aaron Schulha Led...

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2026/03/30

In this episode, I sit down with CCAA National Championship coach Aaron Schulha to break down the full blueprintbehind his team’s title run. From building a selfless, high-trust culture to executing detailed game plans under pressure, this conversation goes far beyond talent and into what actually separates championship teams. We dive into:How to help your team play free and confident in high-pressure moments The role of sports psychology and mental preparation in a championship run Why trusting

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89:53

The System Behind 4 Straight National Championships...

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2026/03/23

In this episode, I sit down with 5-time national team coach Austin Dyer, who has led his program to 4 straight national championships. We break down the real reasons behind their success and also take a deep dive into the setter position. Topics in this episode include: Roster Building & Retainment Athlete Development Adapting coaching style based on team Culture Recruiting Athletes vs Volleyball Players Setting Position: Decision making, leadership, technical Post Match

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41:03

The Mental Game: Building Confident, Resilient...

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2026/03/16

In this episode, we go back into the vault with Mindset Coach Paige Tonz, who works specifically with female athletes helping them improve their mindset, confidence and so much more. In this episode we discuss:How to prepare mentally for serve receive How to bounce back after committing an error How to not dwell on the mistake you just made How to deal with a player with low confidence How to get players to believe in themselves How to prepare mentally for a game and practice How to maintain

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26:15

Volleyball Is Changing: New 2026 Rules & the Next...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2026/03/09

In this episode, I dive into two important trends shaping the game right now. First, I break down the new rules being introduced by FIVB in 2026 and what they could mean for the future of volleyball. I also share some interesting out-of-system trends I’ve been seeing during the 2026 playoffs. Teams are becoming much more efficient when they’re out of system, and we’re seeing new setting solutions from both liberos and left sides that are creating more stable and effective offensive options. Key

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26:27

The Reverse Sweep Framework: The 3-Set Comeback System

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2026/03/02

Down 0–2 in a best-of-five match is where most teams panic — and where great coaches separate themselves. In this episode, I break down the exact emotional resets, tactical simplifications, and momentum strategies needed to engineer a reverse sweep. If you want to lead with clarity when the pressure is highest, this one’s for you. We dive into:Tactical Changes Preparation during the season Coaches Toolbox Emotional Regulation And a few more key concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball

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76:50

Best Of The Podcast: Championship Blocking &...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2026/02/23

In this episode, we head back into the vault and listen to an episode I did with 6x national champion coach Jessy Satti where he not only shares some insight into wining all those championships but he breaks down concepts and strategies that all coaches can get a ton of value from. In this episode, we dive into: 5 phases of blocking Trap Blocking 2 vs 3 step blocking Fire up blocking 60/40 Offensive Strategies Overload vs Separation And a few more key concepts Click here to join Digital

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27:20

The Playoff Preparation Checklist for Coaches: How...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2026/02/16

In this episode, I dive into strategies you can use in your gym leading up to the playoffs. This is an important time to make sure you're doing the right things to maximize your opportunity to win in the playoffs. We talk about: Film Team Chemistry Refinement vs Acquisition Check ins Mental Skills Team Building Activities Tactical Strategies And a few more key concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy - www.digitalvolleyballacademy.com Join my workshop at

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33:04

The Standard Is the System: Building Excellence That...

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2026/02/09

This is a topic that is hard to articulate, you can't learn it anywhere on the web but it's extremely important and every high level coach has this in their gym. And that is creating a system and standard of excellence and maintaining that during practices and over the course of a season. In this episode, we dive into:What does it look like to create a high standard of excellence What I see in the best gyms in the world Strategies to implement this in your gym Finding the balance Creating

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67:44

The Mechanics of Great Setting: A Masterclass with...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2026/02/02

In this episode, we go back into the fault with an interview I did with the Head Coach of the University of Alberta, Brock Davidiuk, as he is an expert setting coach. In this episode, he shares so much technical aspects of setting and provides amazing insights to the position. He talks about: The technical principles - Feet, Hands, Body & Eyes Principle of a live environment Stages of setting Youth setting to college setting College setting to Pro setting Setter hitter relationship And so

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25:54

Beyond Skills & Systems: The Intangibles That Win...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2026/01/12

This episode dives into the intangibles of volleyball — the non-skill, non-system factors that directly impact game play, lineup decisions, and winning. We break down the habits, awareness, and behaviours that coaches need to be aware of but don’t always explicitly coach, and why they matter so much on match day. Some things we cover are: Being surprised on the court Coming down from the block Switching Setter Coverage Screening Communication Engaging with the Ref Attention to detail from

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26:25

Must-Have Technology for Modern Volleyball Coaches...

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2026/01/06

In this episode, I break down the exact technology I use in my volleyball program — including apps, software, and equipment that help with practice planning, film, communication, and player development. If you’re looking to save time and coach more efficiently, this episode is for you. The Tech I mention are: IstatVball 3 CoachBoard Solo Stats Touch OVR Jump Tester Bam Video Delay Bushnell Radar Gun Pocket Radar Gun QwikCut - https://bit.ly/QwikCut-Volleyball-Platform HUDL (Balltime AI),

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26:55

The Preseason & Postseason Conversations That Change...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2025/12/29

Great seasons don’t just happen on the court — they’re shaped by the conversations you have with your players. In this episode, I share how I approach preseason and postseason interviews, what questions truly matter, and how these conversations can transform player development, accountability, and team culture. We dive into: Why preseason and postseason interviews matter more than most coaches realize The key questions that set expectations and drive real player growth How interviews improve

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51:01

A Masterclass In Libero Play With Erik Shoji

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2025/12/22

In today's episode, we go back into the vault where Erik Shoji shares some tangible advice that coaches can take and apply in their gym right away with their players. Topics include Passing Technique & Strategies Reading and Cues Mental side of passing Defensive movement & cues And so much more. Click here to view Erik's youtube channel Click here to register for my free workshop - www.volleyballworkshop.com Click here to sign up to the waitlist for Digital Volleyball Academy -

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35:05

How The Best Volleyball Coaches Build Culture

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2025/12/15

In this episode, I went back to past interviews with great coaches and compiled all their advice on building team culture and put it into this episode. There are a ton of takeaways and notes you can get from this episode. We dive into:Documents & Pillars Communication Standards Relationships Special culture items per team Amazing quotes on culture And so much more Click here to join my workshop - www.volleyballworkshop.com Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy -

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23:16

How To Build A Custom Blocking System That Shuts Down...

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2025/12/08

This custom blocking system taught in the episode has helped many high level teams create chaos on the fly and shut down some of the strongest offenses. If you're a coach looking to improve their blocking toolbox, this episode will change the way you think about blocking. We dive into: Blocking terminology The custom blocking system How to implement it Different Variations And a few more key concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy - www.digitalvolleyballacademy.com Click here

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30:27

Say Less, Coach More: Mastering In Game Hand Signals...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2025/12/01

In this episode, we dive into hand signals from not only the setter but the coach and other players as well. Then we transition to verbal cues and how you can use verbal cues to communicate effectively with your players and avoid having to burn unnecessary timeouts. In this episode we cover:10 different hand signals Different positions that have different purposes Play calling Verbal cues and how to create them And much more Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy -

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46:59

The Exact Blueprint That Took Us To Multiple...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2025/11/28

In this episode I walk you through the exact blueprint that took a local high school with zero competitive volleyball experience to 2 regional championships, 1 city championship and a top 4 finish in the province (equivalent to State championships) in just 3 years. We dive into:The 3 year plan Culture Planning Player Development What moved the needle the most Core ideas to elevate programs And a few more key ideas Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy -

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59:38

What Elite Coaches Do Differently: National Team...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2025/11/17

In this episode, I'm privileged to bring back National Team Middle Daenan Gyimah where we're talking about the evolution of the game and why his coach is the best coach in the world. We dive into: 6 Skills/Tactics that is being used more at the highest level The skills of a Middle Blocker His pro team's scheduling and training Importance of training environment A few drills Why his coach is the best in the world And a few more key concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy -

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61:49

Into The Vault: The Art Of Setting With Pro Setter...

The Volleyball By Design Podcast ·

2025/11/04

In this episode, I take us back into the vault to an interview I had with pro setter Micah Ma'a where we discuss the tactical and technical aspect of setting. We dive into:Setting technique Decision making Key factors to making a great setter And a few more key concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy - www.digitalvolleyballacademy.com Click here to join my workshop - www.volleyballworkshop.com Reach out via Instagram @BrianSingh_CoachB

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