
Coach Your Brains Out
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!
Latest episodes

Nov 30, 2023 • 33min
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT with Kyle Stark (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.

Nov 23, 2023 • 34min
CHALLENGE AND THREAT STATES with Elliott Waksman (2 of 2)
For more from Elliott Waksman:Elliott's websiteElliott's workbookElliott's newsletter archiveElliott's workbook on AmazonOur books: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.

Nov 16, 2023 • 33min
SPORTS PARENTING with Elliott Waksman (1 of 2)
For more from Elliott Waksman:Elliott's websiteElliott's workbookElliott's newsletter archiveElliott's workbook on AmazonOur books: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.

Nov 9, 2023 • 35min
SELF DETERMINATION THEORY - Motor Learning for Coaches
Andy Bass, a Major League Baseball expert, and Casey Kreider, a college volleyball coach, dive into the principles of self-determination theory in coaching. They discuss the vital role of psychological safety, highlighting how autonomy, competence, and relatedness enhance athlete motivation. Bass shares the intense life of a baseball coach, while Kreider provides practical examples for volleyball. They emphasize effective communication and fostering an environment that promotes accountability and intrinsic motivation, crucial for team dynamics and personal growth.

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Nov 2, 2023 • 30min
ASK JOE ANYTHING with Joe Trinsey (3 of 3)
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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Oct 26, 2023 • 29min
ASK JOE ANYTHING with Joe Trinsey (2 of 3)
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.

7 snips
Oct 19, 2023 • 35min
NEW PROGRAM with Joe Trinsey (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.

Oct 12, 2023 • 27min
THE LEADERSHIP GREENHOUSE with Travis Wyckoff (2 of 2)
Get Travis's book The Leadership GreenhouseCoach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

Oct 5, 2023 • 35min
THE LEADERSHIP GREENHOUSE with Travis Wyckoff (1 of 2)
Get Travis's book The Leadership GreenhouseCoach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching VolleyballThe Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a ChampionBecome a Patron to support the show.

Sep 28, 2023 • 35min
DELIBERATE PRACTICE, DELIBERATE PLAY - Motor Learning for Coaches
The podcast explores the concept of deliberate play and its importance in athletic development. It discusses the trend of early sports specialization, the need for multi-sport participation, and potential changes to the youth sports system. The hosts also touch on the damaging effects of elite obsession and the benefits of autonomy in practice environments.