The Volleyball By Design Podcast
Episodes
Let’s Talk About Parents - 5 Strategies To Make It Work
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Coaches are always asking me how I've delt with parents and strategies they can use to not have to stress about dealing with parents. I get it. I've b...
8 In Game Adjustments That Can Generate Points
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about in game adjustments and how they can help you generate a few extra points which could play a significant role in winning...
8 Key Takeaways From My 2021-2022 Season
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my top 8 takeaways from my 2021-2022 volleyball season. Some of these takeaways should help you gain perspective and apply va...
How To Coach The Libero Position
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive into the libero position. The libero position is becoming more important as the game evolves as their is a lot more responsibi...
Interpreting The Controversial Rules & Calls With FIVB Official Andrew Robb
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You ever wonder why some refs call the game differently and how some rules can be interpretated differently? In today's episode, we have FIVB official...
Ingredients To Developing A Game Plan
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I walk you through all the necessary information you could potentially put in a game plan. As a coach, it's important to understand h...
8 Setting Strategies For A Better Offense
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about 8 strategies that will help your setter run a more efficient offense. Topics discussed are: Location Decision Making ...
8 Strategies To Make Fundamentals More Fun In Your Gym
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I received a question from a coach on Instagram asking how do you make fundamental work more fun. We can all agree as coaches, working on fundamentals...
5 Key Strategies For Serving
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into serving. As a coach, it's important to consider serving strategies and what might be best for your team. It's also impor...
How To Improve Your Athletes Performance With Nutrition
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As coaches, we all know the importance of nutrition and how it can help your athletes improve their performance. The problem is athletes actually impl...
Ingredients To A Successful Coaches Volleyball Playbook
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive into what a playbook is, what it's not, and how to create one. This goes hand in hand with last weeks episode on volleyball ha...
Hand Signals And Verbal Cues To Maximize Efficiency During A Game
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into hand signals from not only the setter but the coach and other players as well. Then we transition to verbal cues and how...
5 Strategies To Guarantee Growth in 2022
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share 5 strategies that will help guarantee your growth as a coach in 2022. In this episode, I talk about: Changing your environm...
7 Steps To Building A Successful Volleyball Program
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive deep into the ingredients to building a successful volleyball program by breaking it down into 7 steps. These steps are: Vis...
Top Coaching Takeaways From The NCAA Women‘s National Championship
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What are the main takeaways coaches can take back to their gym and apply to their players from the NCAA national championship match. This isn't a reca...
Strategies On Interviewing For A Coaching Position
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how to prepare for a coaching interview and certain things you should definitely be talking about during your interview....
Strategies On Making Substitutions
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered when is the right time to make a sub or what are some strategies we can do to make subs? In this episode we talk about: Rules r...
Are You Training Ball Control & Out Of System Balls Effectively?
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into ball control and why it's vital that coaches train this skill in multiple different ways. We go over topics including: ...
Strategies On Playing The Ball At The Net
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk all about playing the ball at the net. This doesn't necessarily mean just blocking but there are other facets of net play tha...
Setting Technique With National Team Coach and Head Coach of UofA Brock Davidiuk
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are privileged to have on the Head Coach of the University of Alberta, Brock Davidiuk, as he is an expert setting coach. In this e...
3 Key Factors To Growth As A Coach in 2021
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share some key factors that has helped me grow as a coach in 2021. Hopefully you can relate and use some of these factors to help y...
Passing & Defense With US National Team Libero Erik Shoji
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing on of the best libero's in the world Erik Shoji. He shares some tangible advice that coaches ca...
How To Jump Start Success For A New Team
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A received this question from multiple coaches regarding how do we best approach a new team in terms of training, development, culture, efficiency, et...
Top 3 Team Blocking Strategies
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the most effective team blocking strategies so you can decide which one would be best for your team. Topics include: ...
Seasonal, Structure & Practice With US Men‘s National Team Coach John Speraw
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am privileged to have my mentor John Speraw who is the head coach of the US men's national team as well as the coach of the UCLA Me...
How To Plan & Execute An Effective Practice
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk all about planning and running a practice. Also, listen to episode 60 where we talked about planning a volleyball season becau...
How To Improve Athletes Mindset And Mental Skills With Mindset Coach Paige Tonz
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm joined by Mindset Coach Paige Tonz, who works specifically with female athletes helping them improve their mindset, confidence an...
How To Run Effective 1on1 Training Sessions And See Results
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I was asked by a coaching inside Digital Volleyball Academy on how to effectively run 1on1 training sessions. Funny enough, I have a lot of experience...
Player Development & Seasonal Planning with University Coach Chris Wilding
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing university coach Chris Wilding who specifically specializes in player development. I've persona...
How To Increase Communication With Players
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about 3 strategies you can use to increase communication with your players. This is a question that always comes up from coach...
The Difference Between Championship Athletes & Everyone Else
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share stories that help explain the difference between championship level athletes and everyone else. Sometimes, players think they...
The Art Of Calling & Managing Timeouts
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss strategies for coaches to help answer the question of "when is the right time during a game to call a timeout?" I talk abou...
How To Run A Successful Volleyball Tournament
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever considered running your own volleyball tournament? Whether its for fundraising or just to not have to travel far to get some good compet...
Key Factors That Make An Efficient Assistant Coach
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share the key responsibilities of an assistant coach as well as key ingredients that make an efficient assistant coach. This episode...
How To Plan Your Volleyball Season
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I walk you through the 4 phases of seasonal planning so that you can be extremely prepared for your upcoming season which will ultima...
5 Strategies To Increase Skill Development By Loading Your Drills
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss the concept of loading drills which help increase skill development and have players reach levels that they may not be able...
Key Strategies On Managing And Interacting With Referees
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about my top strategies when managing and interacting with referees so that it helps you in game. This topic has came up a lot...
Are You Pushing Your Players Too Hard?
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about what it means to be too hard on your players. Topics include: The idea of running lines Punishment Pushing your athle...
3 Ways To Create Fun And The Desire To Compete With Your Team
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss a question that was asked to me via Instagram by a coach. The question was, "How to activate players fun and the wish to wi...
How To Create Championship Culture & Win Championships From The Biggest Club In Canada With Jessy Satti
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have the privilege of having the Director of Volleyball Operations at Pakmen, which is the biggest volleyball club in Canada, Jess...
Key Factors In Drill Design
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Drill design is a common question I get from coaches so I wanted to address some key factors that you should consider when designing and doing drills ...
Top 3 Factors For Digging
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share with you my top 3 key factors for digging a volleyball. Topics discussed are: Posture and Stance Reading & Cues Mindset ...
New Techniques & Strategies of 2021
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common questions I get from coaches is, "Is there any new strategies or techniques that players or teams are doing this year?". In thi...
Top 3 Takeaways From Top Volleyball Coaches Around The World
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my top 3 takeaways that I've gotten from all my interviews with the greatest coaches and players around the world. I've used ...
5 Stages Of Blocking - Complete Blocking Breakdown
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the important factors of blocking by teaching the 5 stages as well as blocking strategy. These stages include: Initial D...
5 Set Practice Plan With Prairie View A & M University Coach Tamika Newman
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As coaches, one very common problem we face is having our players play the same way in games as they did in practice. Many coaches see a significant d...
The Ultimate Coaching Interview With Canadian Men's National Team Head Coach Glenn Hoag
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down and get inside access to Professional and Men's National team head coach Glenn Hoag as he discusses: His story to becom...
3 Strategies To Stop Your Opponents Best Player
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my top 3 strategies to stop the other teams best player to give you a shot at winning a set if not match. Enjoy! Click Her...
How To Be An Effective Leftside With Pro & National Team Player Stephen Maar
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Canadian National Team athlete Stephen Maar. He discusses all elements of the Leftside position...
5 Essential Strategies To Help With Serve Receive
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss my top 5 strategies to help your teams serve receive. Topics include: Cue Reading 2 vs 3 vs 4 passers Seams & Zones ...
Let's Talk About The Leftside Position
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss a broad overview of the leftside position including responsibilities, tactics, what to for, breaking down each skill, etc. ...
One Key Ingredient to Increase Performance
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about one ingredient to improve the performance of your players and team. Our team is results driven and we talk about what it...
One Ingredient To Build Championship Culture
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we talk about your teams volleyball manual or players/coach contract. What is the purpose of this? How do you create one? What are so...
What To Say To Your Players After A Loss
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how to approach your players after a loss. In this episode we talk about strategies you can use to effectively gain value from ...
Coaching Strategies To Maximize Your Players Learning
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss strategies that will help your players not only learn faster but be able to retain a lot more information resulting in an ...
How To Fix Performance In A Game vs. Practice
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about strategies you can use when your team is on a losing streak or if your team plays really well in practice but, for whate...
A Volleyball Tool That Can Help You Train Anywhere With Crossnet Co-Founder Chris Meade
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are joined by co-founder of Crossnet Chris Meade where we discuss how this device can help not only enhance the skills of our athl...
How A Coach Can Develop That Ride Or Die Trust With Players
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we answer a question brought to us by a listener on how coaches can develop that true trust with their players. In this episode we sh...
How To Score On Any Ball
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss how to score on balls that are not in system which happens quite a bit during the game. We discuss: High inside vs High Ou...
What Makes A Great Coaching Staff with Eric Singh & Robert Scott
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm joined by 2 fantastic coaches on my staff who share a ton of insights on what makes a great assistant coach and coaching staff in...
How To Structure Your Rotation
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss major concepts of not only understanding rotation but how to design your rotation. We cover topics including: Organizing pl...
Strategies On How I Make My Personal Life & Volleyball Life Work With Michelle Deonarine
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I bring on the most special guest of them all, my wife, Michelle Deonarine where we share strategies on how we make it work with my b...
Middle Blocking & Attacking with Former Pro Middle Blocker Michael Amoroso
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are joined by former Pro Middle Blocker Michael Amoroso where he shares a ton of knowledge on both blocking and attacking. Enjoy! ...
How To Run Effective Zoom Sessions With Your Team
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about strategies you can use to create and sustain engagement in your online sessions with your teams so it's something player...
5 Ways To Guarantee Growth in 2021
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about 5 ways that I do every year which guarantees my growth in some way, shape or form. I hope this helps you too. Enrol...
The Mechanics Of Attacking With Former Pro & National Team Player Isaac Kneubuhl
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Isaac breaks down the arm swing and how to generate the most power on the ball. It's something many athletes aren't even aware of and...
Top Volleyball Takeaways from 2020
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss my top volleyball takeaways from 2020 and how I'm using it to shape my coaching for 2021. This has been a crazy year with t...
Passing And Digging with Pro & National Team Libero Dustin Watten
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dustin talks about everything passing and digging. Enjoy. Find out more from Dustin on Instagram @DustinWatten For more online ...
What I Would Do If I Was Just Starting My Coaching Journey
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share a ton of insight for new coaches and what I would do if I was starting all over. Topics include: Planning a program Developi...
How I Went From Last Place to 2nd Place in 1 Season
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share how I changed the future of the college team when myself and our staff took over. I go over the tough decisions and program we...
Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation with Coach Robert
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm joined my volleyball coach and physiotherapist Robert Scott who specializes in injury prevention & rehabilitation for volleyball ...
How To Be An Effective Opposite/Right Side with Pro & National Player Sharone Vernon-Evans
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Sharone Vernon-Evans who is a pro & national player who plays the Opposite position. He talks a...
Top Questions From Coaches Around The Globe: Final
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the final part of the top questions from coaches around the world. In this episode I cover: Playing Time & Parents Motivating Players Side-O...
3 Ways To Accelerate Your Coaching - Coaches Workshop Debrief
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share 3 big takeaways I had from my coaches workshop that I hosted. Topics include: Coaches Confidence Experience vs Winning Ed...
Top Questions From Coaches Around The Globe Part3
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 3 of the top questions from coaches around the world. In this episode I cover: Temp Offense Serve Receive Blocking As mentioned in...
Top Questions From Coaches Around The Globe Part2
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 2 of the top questions from coaches around the world. In this episode I cover Analyzing Film Keeping Players motivated in practice ...
Top Questions From Coaches Around The Globe Part 1
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I polled hundreds of coaches around the world and found the top questions they wanted to learn more about. In this episode I cover 4 of them. Team C...
How To Train During COVID
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about strategies you can use to train and improve your knowledge and skills of the game despite COVID restrictions. For ...
Do You Have Championship Habits?
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about a mindset shift I had that completely elevated my game. In order to be a championship player or coach, you need to devel...
15. Make Your Serve An Unstoppable Weapon
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss the mentality of training to serve, how to train to have an effective serve and what type of serve you should be practicing...
Strength Training For Volleyball Players with Guillermo Martinez
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about strength training for volleyball players. You'll learn the appropriate exercises to not only help your hitting but bloc...
How To Be An Efficient Volleyball Coach & Player
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share with you some tangible strategies you can use to become more efficient in our game. I discuss key aspects of making your prac...
My Volleyball Journey and The Lessons Learnt Along The Way
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 12, I take you on my volleyball journey and share some of the biggest takeaways that I've got. From coaching elementary school all the way ...
Top Recruiting Tips for Both Players and Coaches
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss everything recruiting from what players should be doing to get recruited by top schools as well as what coaches tend to lo...
How to Strengthen your mental game with Tharsheka Natkunam
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the episode, I'm joined by a mental skills coach Tharsheka Natkunam who works with our men's volleyball team as well as many other varsity teams. S...
Everything Setting with Pro Setter Micah Ma'a
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we bring on pro volleyball setter Micah Ma'a and we discuss the technical and tactical of setting! Micah provides a ton of value in t...
US Men's National Volleyball Team Head Coach - John Speraw Interview
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome Coach John Speraw where we discuss a variety of topics including: First Point Volleyball COVID Journey of a player from ...
The Real Reason You're Not Making Progress
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we're going to have a serious conversation about why you're not making progress. We're going to talk about the opportunity you hav...
5 Common Mistakes That You Must Fix as a Hitter
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss the 5 mistakes I see hitters make on a regular basis. When fixed, this can significantly improve your hitting efficiency ...
Increase Your Vertical Jump Today
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share with you one technical tip, that if you apply correctly, will help increase your vertical jump right after you finish listenin...
Everything Volleyball Tryouts
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I walk you through how I structure my volleyball tryouts from the selection process, drills, and what we look for. Whether you're a co...
My Top Volleyball APPS To Get Better Results
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share with you the Apps we use on our team to improve our training, gain more clarity, improve our efficiencies and just help us ge...
1 Simple Tip to Help with Confidence & Game Strategy
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will learn the strategy I use to not only improve my players confidence on the court but help craft our overall team strategy bef...
3 Tips to Help Your Passing Today
28 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the shift in tactical and technical strategies that I use today for passing consistently and more efficiently. For ...