

Coach Your Brains Out
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Coach Your Brains Out is founded by professional beach volleyball players and college coaches John Mayer and Billy Allen. The primary goal is practical, useful education that will help you become a better coach. Our podcasts are released every Thursday, so set your notifications accordingly!
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Jul 25, 2024 • 25min
GOOD TO GREAT – plus COACHING YOUR CHILD with Alan Knipe (2 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

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Jul 18, 2024 • 31min
GOOD TO GREAT with Alan Knipe (1 of 2)
Alan Knipe, the head coach of Long Beach State's men's volleyball team, shares insights from his impressive coaching journey. He reveals how he built a championship culture, emphasizing the importance of communication and strong foundations. Knipe discusses the crucial differences between college athletes and international competitors, highlighting mentorship's positive impact. He also explores the benefits of team retreats for enhancing leadership and communication skills, and the key role of team dynamics and personal accountability in achieving success.

Jul 11, 2024 • 32min
TRANSFORMING BASKETBALL with Alex Sarama (2 of 2)
Transforming Basketball Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

Jul 4, 2024 • 29min
TRANSFORMING BASKETBALL with Alex Sarama (1 of 2)
Transforming Basketball Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

Jun 27, 2024 • 37min
INTENTIONALITY OF TRAINING with JJ Van Niel - (2 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

Jun 20, 2024 • 32min
INTENTIONALITY OF TRAINING with JJ Van Niel - (1 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

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Jun 13, 2024 • 40min
TRAINING DESIGN AND PERIODIZATION - Motor Learning for Coaches
Explore strategies to elevate coaching skills using insights from successful athletes and coaches. Discover the importance of balancing training intensity with skill development in volleyball and the cultural implications of high-intensity practices. Delve into managing player workloads while embracing empathy and joy in training environments. Learn effective training design and periodization techniques to optimize performance, ensuring flexibility and adaptability in modern coaching.

Jun 6, 2024 • 39min
LEARNING AND IDENTITY with Eduardo Fiallos (2 of 2)
Eduardo's Blog: Inspiring CoachesCoach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

May 30, 2024 • 35min
LEARNING AND IDENTITY with Eduardo Fiallos (1 of 2)
Eduardo's Blog: Inspiring CoachesCoach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

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May 23, 2024 • 43min
REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Joe Trinsey and Jamie Morrison (2 of 2)
Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.