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Welcome to Triple Block Heads; the podcast for all things volleyball. Each episode, the trio of Block Heads will discuss topics that will hit home for a variety of volleyball enthusiasts, from beginners to collegiate athletes and volley nerds in between. The Block Heads bring a combined 50 years of coaching experience ranging from club to the highest levels of Division 1.
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- Apr 23, 202644 min
TBH Episode 38: Volleyball Unplugged: High Performance Memories and Evolution
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Triple Block Heads volleyball podcast, Makani, Marc, and Frank discuss the USA Volleyball High Performance Tournament (later the All-Star Tournament) and how it evolved, emphasizing its unique features: regional pride, USA development camp ties, international teams, a combined boys/girls event, and international rules with limited subs and best-of-five formats. They describe how the event challenges coaches to rapidly evaluate players, build cohesive te...
- Apr 9, 202630 min
TBH Episode 37: From Passion to Profession: Breaking into Coaching
Send us Fan Mail In this Triple Block Heads volleyball podcast episode, the hosts discuss how to enter coaching, emphasizing that many start in club volleyball and should research local clubs, meet and “interview” club directors, and seek organizations with year-round opportunities (teams, camps, clinics, lessons, tournaments) to build coaching and administrative experience. They stress humility, learning through mentorship, observing different coaching styles, and the importance of relations...
- Mar 26, 202630 min
TBH Episode 36: Two Libero System: Strategy, Recruitment, and Challenges
Send us Fan Mail In this Triple Block Heads volleyball podcast episode, Frank, Marc, and Makani discuss the two-libero system: its origins from the late-1990s libero rule, adoption in men’s NCAA (2012), later adoption in women’s NCAA, and newer rule changes allowing more flexibility between sets. They outline club and higher-level strategy uses, including splitting duties between serve-receive and defense specialists, using a libero jersey for a high-impact server to save substitutions, and u...
- Mar 12, 202635 min
TBH Episode 35: The Role of Clubs in Athlete Injury Prevention
Send us Fan Mail Makani, Marc, and Frank discuss how volleyball clubs can prevent injuries and support athletes through rehab, emphasizing that overuse injuries are rising due to longer seasons, more reps, and hard playing surfaces. They argue clubs should prioritize athlete wellbeing through practical prevention systems: consistent, progressive warmups that end with athletes sweating, and standardized cooldowns. They stress athlete responsibility (arrive early, focus during warmup, listen to...
- Feb 26, 202648 min
TBH Episode 34: The Toughest Position... Middle Blocker
Send us Fan Mail In this Triple Block Heads volleyball podcast episode, Makani, Frank, and Marc begin a role-specific series focused on training middle blockers offensively and defensively from youth through elite levels. They identify four foundational motor skills for young middles—reaction, balance, timing/rhythm, and motor/work ethic—emphasizing early development for taller athletes and injury prevention. Offensively, they stress the mindset of “how do I get set,” training tempo clarity (...
- Feb 12, 202646 min
TBH Episode 33: Navigating the Volleyball Transfer Portal
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Triple Block Heads Podcast, hosts Makani, Frank, and Marc delve into the complexities of the NCAA transfer portal and its impact on collegiate volleyball. They discuss the portal's emergence and its role in empowering student-athletes to take control of their careers. Key points include the operational windows for entering the portal, the potential for institutions to cut financial support once an athlete enters, and the balance between institutional ne...
- Jan 29, 202634 min
TBH Episode 32: The Road to Nationals - First Qualifier Insights and Preparation
Send us Fan Mail This episode of the 'Block Triple Blockheads' podcast dives into preparing for National Qualifiers. The hosts, Makani, Frank, and Marc, discuss various aspects such as the definition of qualifiers, the challenges teams, players, and parents face, and how to set expectations and prepare effectively. Key points include understanding national qualifiers, dealing with the financial costs, setting the right mindset for young and regional teams, and balancing player development wit...
- Jan 15, 202656 min
TBH Episode 31: Offensive Systems and Training Tactics
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Triple Block Heads podcast, hosts Makani, Frank, and Marc delve into offensive strategies in volleyball, contrasting it with previously discussed defensive techniques. The discussion emphasizes the importance of creativity in offense, tailoring strategies to a team's specific strengths and weaknesses. Key topics include selecting appropriate offensive strategies based on team skills and structure, and maximizing various scenarios in both mid and out-of-...
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About Triple Block Heads
Welcome to Triple Block Heads; the podcast for all things volleyball. Each episode, the trio of Block Heads will discuss topics that will hit home for a variety of volleyball enthusiasts, from beginners to collegiate athletes and volley nerds in between. The Block Heads bring a combined 50 years of coaching experience ranging from club to the highest levels of Division 1.
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