

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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Jan 4, 2024 • 33min
THE PARENT SOLUTION with JP Nerbun (2 of 2)
Watch the video of this episode on Youtube! 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.

Dec 28, 2023 • 32min
THE SPORTS PARENT SOLUTION with JP Nerbun (1 of 2)
Watch the video of this episode on Youtube! 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.

Dec 21, 2023 • 40min
Reason Your Brains Out! (2 of 2)
Claims:"Pepper is an effective use of time for warming up.""Confidence is the key to success in sport."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.

Dec 14, 2023 • 25min
Reason Your Brains Out! (1 of 2)
Claims:"In youth sports, the fundamentals should be the top priority in practice.""The best way to learn the fundamentals is from coach instruction."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.

Dec 7, 2023 • 35min
COACH DEVELOPMENT with Kyle Stark (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.

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.