Coach Your Brains Out RETHINKING YOUTH VOLLEYBALL ROUNDTABLE (1 of 3)
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Nov 7, 2024 Jesse Pina, founder of a volleyball club for at-risk youth, offers invaluable insights on youth sports development. He discusses the journey of coaches who empower young athletes by focusing on character and inclusivity. The conversation highlights the need to prioritize personal growth over profits and competition. Pina shares innovative coaching methods, such as encouraging multi-sport participation and engaging formats like 'smash ball'. Ultimately, he illustrates how mentorship and a supportive environment can transform youth volleyball into a vehicle for life lessons.
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Jesse's Story on Accessibility
- Jesse Pina shared how financial barriers limited his youth volleyball opportunities, sparking his passion to create affordable access for at-risk youth.
- His club focuses on inclusivity and opportunity because he missed those chances as a young athlete.
Sean's Coaching Driven by Character
- Sean emphasized character development as his main coaching motivation, beyond winning.
- He coaches a high school boys team for six years, aiming to develop better people through sport.
Brian's Journey to Inclusive Coaching
- Brian McDerman described his poor high school playing experience and transformation through positive coaching.
- His program progression beach volleyball provides inclusive, development-focused opportunities for all players.