Sideline Strategy: A Volleyball Podcast - Presented by JVA – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Alexis Leo, a talented volleyball player and founder of Volleleaders, shares her journey from beginner to leader, emphasizing mental health, athlete communication, and leadership development. Discover practical strategies for supporting young athletes and fostering a positive sports culture.

Professional volleyball player Ifenna Cos-Okpalla shares her journey from high school to pro, her training, leadership, and insights into the sport. Discover her tips for aspiring athletes, her experiences in college and professional volleyball, and her advice on staying true to oneself.

Join Kevin Pratte and Todd Hollenbeck with MiddleHitter.com and the Kevin Pratte Foundation as they dive into the exciting world of boys' volleyball. Discover their insights, stories, and the passion that drives this dynamic sport.

Rodrigo Gomes isn’t just a coach. He’s a builder. The founder of The Volleyball Academy, Rodrigo turned his vision for youth volleyball into one of the most forward-thinking programs in the game, introducing kids as young as three to the sport we all love.

A former pro and collegiate athlete, Rodrigo brings decades of experience, energy, and purpose to everything he does. His mission? To make volleyball more accessible, more inspiring, and more fun for every athlete who walks through the door.

For over 20 years, he’s been driving the growth of the game, here in the U.S. and around the world, proving that the future of volleyball starts with opportunity, passion, and a whole lot of heart.

Listen to this week's episode of Sideline Strategy to hear about his new program!

In this episode of Sideline Strategy, Roberta Holehouse McGuiney and Casey Pyszczymuka discuss their experiences in youth volleyball, emphasizing the importance of fostering a love for the game among young athletes. They share insights on coaching philosophies, the significance of quality training, and the need for passionate coaches who prioritize the development of fundamental skills.

In this episode of Sideline Strategy, we dive into the critical role of strength training in volleyball with Peter Christofferson, head of athletic performance at T3 Performance. Discover how tailored strength and conditioning programs can prevent overuse injuries, enhance performance, and support athletes through the demanding transitions between club and high school seasons. Peter shares insights on building a strong foundation for volleyball athletes, emphasizing the importance of communication between coaches and players to maintain health and performance. Tune in to learn how to maximize training benefits while keeping the game fun and engaging.

In this week's episode, Ruth Nelson (BYOP, RNN Sports Gym, and GoKids Youth Sports Certification) speaks about training parents to take part in their children's athletic development and how coaches can work with unique tools to make volleyball easier for kids. For more junior volleyball education visit www.jvavolleyball.org

In this week's episode, David Morris (Educator and Author of the book: Student Athletes Control Your Own Destiny) speaks about helping coaches and parents navigate the world of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) to best guide their volleyball athletes.

Hear from NKYVC Club Director, Jill Hunt, as she discusses their grassroots volleyball programs to introduce young kids to volleyball through fun, age-appropriate activities that build basic skills and confidence. 

This week's episode of Sideline Strategy features three Division I beach volleyball coaches as they discuss five ways clubs and coaches can prepare and train the junior beach athlete for an elite or college level.