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Get The Pancake: A Podcast For Volleyball Coaches

Get The Pancake: A Podcast For Volleyball Coaches

By Whitney Bartiuk

Let's talk volleyball! Topics range from coaching philosophy to interviews with former Olympians. Perfect for your drive to work, volleyball practice, or to binge listen to on the way to a tournament!

If you're a new volleyball coach and you want to learn more about how to coach volleyball, this podcast is sure to keep you entertained! I know that not everyone has a volleyball background, so I keep it as beginner friendly as possible!
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70. Tips For Running Volleyball Tryouts

Get The Pancake: A Podcast For Volleyball CoachesOct 17, 2021

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70. Tips For Running Volleyball Tryouts
Oct 17, 202117:39
69. Passing Technique - Questions From You!
Oct 10, 202110:20
68. Peer Pressure: One Of My Favorite Coaching Tools
Oct 03, 202111:52
67. Teaching Your Volleyball Team to Communicate
Jan 24, 202115:49
66. Making "Fun" Happen - Defining Fun in Volleyball
Jan 17, 202122:29
65. Promoting Yourself To Get Private Lessons (Chapter 8 Reading)
Jan 10, 202113:57
64. Recruiting, Stats, and "The Sideline" Podcast | Featuring Coaches Annie DeLoid and Matt Stolz
Oct 05, 202001:03:19
63. Finesse: The Secret Weapon You're Overlooking

63. Finesse: The Secret Weapon You're Overlooking

Power volleyball is great... but finesse can be a secret weapon when used appropriately! Watch and listen to this podcast for volleyball coaches to learn more about how to improve your offense, get in the heads of your opponents, and increase the number of situations your players are prepared for. 

SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/63-finesse/

Sep 28, 202017:44
62. Using "Cue Words" And Hand Signals

62. Using "Cue Words" And Hand Signals

Why cue words + hand signals are important while coaching volleyball: 

1. Allow you to coach volleyball with a mask on. 

2. Help quiet coaches communicate better in loud gyms with their teams. 

3. Teach players the basics of volleyball in an easy-to-understand manner. 

4. Replace long technical descriptions of techniques and coaching philosophy into just a few words.


SEE MORE IN THE SHOW NOTES: getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/62-volleyball-cue-words/

Sep 20, 202018:45
61. Teach Your Volleyball Team To Be Aggressive With Downballs and Back Row Attacks
Sep 07, 202022:03
60: Finding The Goldilocks Zone: Challenging Your Players At Just The Right Level
Sep 01, 202018:12
59. A Behind-The-Scenes Look At Running An Elite Volleyball Program With Your Family
Aug 23, 202001:02:31
58. Private Lessons: Why I Love Them and How To Get Started
Aug 17, 202023:54
57. Recharge and Relate Better With Others: Take The Enneagram Test!
Aug 09, 202024:40
56. Equity, Inclusion, and Addressing Discrimination in Volleyball - A Conversation with Coach Koko from Koko Volley
Aug 02, 202001:02:26
55. Social Media for High School, Club, and College Volleyball Programs - A Conversation with Sports Marketing Coach Amy Jo Opsal
Jul 26, 202044:05
Welcome to the Get The Pancake Community (Trailer)
Jul 20, 202001:35
54. Helping Female Athletes Balance Sport with Life - A Conversation with Taylor Treacy, Creator of The Virago Project
Jul 19, 202055:50
53. Anxiety and Coaching Volleyball: Dealing With Stress
Jul 13, 202022:07
52. Creating a Culture Focused on Development - A Coaching Conversation with Brett Lewis
Jun 28, 202059:51
51. The Car Ride Home: Talking To Your Athlete About Mindset - A Conversation With Girls Athlete Mindset Mentor Paige Tonz
May 31, 202056:45
50. Top 5 Takeaways - PLUS A GIVEAWAY!

50. Top 5 Takeaways - PLUS A GIVEAWAY!

I can't believe it! Today marks 50 episodes for the Get The Pancake podcast! In order to celebrate, today will cover our top 5 episodes (plus a key takeaway from each) AND we're doing a giveaway! For more information about the giveaway and the links mentioned in this episode, head to www.getthepancake.com/volleyball-podcast-episodes/50-top-takeaways

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GIVEAWAY OVERVIEW

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Asics shoe giveaway runs May 24th, 2020 12:01 AM PST - May 31st, 2020 11:59 PM PST. Winner to be announced one (1) week later.

See the Official Rules of the giveaway here: https://getthepancake.com/asics-shoes-giveaway.

How to enter the Giveaway during the Promotion Period online:

  • One (1) entry: Leave a rating of the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake).
  • One (1) entry: Subscribe or Follow the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake).
  • Two (2) entries: Leave a written review of the Get The Pancake podcast in a podcasting app (must provide a screenshot as proof through Instagram direct messages to @getthepancake).
  • One (1) entry up to six (6) total entries: Tag a friend on the May 24th, 2020 Instagram post by @getthepancake announcing the giveaway. Entry is for the account making the comment only.

Entrant must also follow @getthepancake on Instagram to be eligible for the prize. Failure to follow @getthepancake on Instagram will result in Entrant ineligibility. Limit of ten (10) entries per individual.

May 24, 202016:18
49. How I Spend The First 10 Minutes Of Every Volleyball Practice
May 17, 202024:03
48. Coaching Your Kids - A Coaching Conversation With My Dad!
May 11, 202001:05:29
47. Training Advice for Volleyball Players from David Hardy, Volleyball Trainer

47. Training Advice for Volleyball Players from David Hardy, Volleyball Trainer

What warm-ups are best for volleyball? Should you stretch before practice? Is there a best workout for volleyball players? You don't have to wonder anymore! David Hardy, volleyball trainer, makes these complex topics easy to understand for even beginner coaches!

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TRAINING ARTICLES BY DAVID HARDY ON WWW.GETTHEPANCAKE.COM

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Website: https://getthepancake.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuoH_J7d3CO_o1FlUr7S1RA

May 03, 202047:40
46. Which Comes First... Success or Growth?

46. Which Comes First... Success or Growth?

Apr 26, 202007:57
45. 3 Ways To Beat a Team That's Better Than You
Apr 19, 202019:45
44. Having "Favorites" and Determining Your Values

44. Having "Favorites" and Determining Your Values

Have you ever been accused of "having favorites" as a volleyball coach? If the answer is "no," it's probably just a matter of time! 

In this episode, I break down my theory on why players sometimes struggle with the decisions their coaches make. 

Deciding playing time, making your team, choosing captains... You can make these decisions easier on yourself and clearer for your players by first defining your values, sharing those values, and therefore giving players the framework they need to grow. Ultimately, this will reduce accusations of favoritism from players and parents. 

Please review the podcast and share it with a coaching friend!

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Apr 15, 202018:33
43. Coaching Players Close To You In Age, What It's Like Being An Official, And Why Communication Is So Important: A Coaching Conversation With Lynette Ray
Apr 05, 202059:16
42. Volleyball Open Gyms: The Secret To Growth Over The Summer

42. Volleyball Open Gyms: The Secret To Growth Over The Summer

I'm just going to be honest with you... when it comes to skill development and comfort on the court, open gyms are better for most players than camps or clinics! You can improve the quality of volleyball in your area by simply offering a 1-2 hour open gym every week, provided you create a great learning environment for your players! Follow my tips to see a jump in overall skill and awareness on the court with players in your area.

NOTE: Coaches may have restrictions on the interactions they can have with players out of season, so please check with your local governing body before scheduling open gyms!

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Mar 30, 202022:27
41. Coaching Through Video Analysis

41. Coaching Through Video Analysis

Anytime we're separated from our athletes (vacation, breaks, or mandated lockdowns), we're not able to coach them, right? ...WRONG! With just a few free apps, you're able to work with athletes anywhere, anytime. Listen to today's episode to get the full details on how I remotely work with players to provide them with helpful feedback digitally, while also boosting my coaching income (totally optional) in the process.

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RESOURCES TO GET STARTED

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READ THE LATEST ARTICLE ON WWW.GETTHEPANCAKE.COM!

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Training Difference Between Middle School and High School Volleyball Players: By David Hardy, Volleyball Trainer: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/training-middle-school-high-school-volleyball

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Mar 22, 202014:26
40. The Time It Takes To Coach Volleyball
Mar 15, 202019:48
39. Controlling The Thermostat
Feb 24, 202016:17
38. It's Time For A Progress Report With Your Players
Feb 16, 202021:44
37. Your Last Tournament Was A Flop - 4 Steps To Recover

37. Your Last Tournament Was A Flop - 4 Steps To Recover

Feb 09, 202015:08
36. The Top Mistake Experienced Volleyball Coaches Make

36. The Top Mistake Experienced Volleyball Coaches Make

If you’re a new volleyball coach, you’re probably worried about… well, everything.

Even if you have a year or two under your belt, you’re probably still working on refining your coaching philosophy, learning the latest techniques and strategies, spending extra time researching volleyball drills and skill breakdowns, signing up for coaching clinics…

I think you get my point. When you're a new coach, it seems like you're always striving to learn more.

But when you've been coaching for a couple of years? You start to feel like you just... know everything!

Don't get me wrong, you definitely know more than when you started. But the comfort in our past successes can easily distract from future growth. In today's episode, I'll share personal stories to spark ideas in your mind about ways you can improve in your own career and avoid this trap!

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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

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Get The Pancake Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/getthepancake/

Episode 34: My Volleyball Team Doesn't Get Along... Please Help!: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000461608934

Episode 35: Top 4 Reasons Parents Get Frustrated With Their Child's Volleyball Coach: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000463706363

"Volleyball Coaches Corner" Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/

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Website: https://getthepancake.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthepancake/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthepancake/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getthepancake/

Feb 02, 202033:24
35. The Top 4 Reasons Parents Get Frustrated With Volleyball Coaches

35. The Top 4 Reasons Parents Get Frustrated With Volleyball Coaches

Frustrated parents = headaches for volleyball coaches. But based on feedback from parents who follow GTP on Instagram, a lot of these headaches are avoidable. Listen in as I outline top complaints from parents and breakdown how YOU can improve these important relationships. Happy parents means less drama and a better experience for everyone!

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Jan 26, 202039:01
34: Playing Time Philosophy
Jan 19, 202033:31
33. Building Up To Chaos: Creating A Learning Environment That Prepares Players For Matches

33. Building Up To Chaos: Creating A Learning Environment That Prepares Players For Matches

Jan 12, 202021:35
32. I Answer: "My Volleyball Team Doesn't Get Along... Please Help!"

32. I Answer: "My Volleyball Team Doesn't Get Along... Please Help!"

I get asked this question ALL. THE. TIME. And I'm not surprised! Being on a volleyball team means facing challenges day after day with individuals you may or may not get along with. This is tough for most adults I know, let alone teen and preteen athletes. In this episode, I'll walk you three types of "interventions" you can use when your volleyball team doesn't get along. This moves from easiest to implement to the more challenging ways to deal with conflict. At the end of this episode, you should have one or two new tactics to help your volleyball team get along at your next practice.

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LINKS AND RESOURCES

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Private Facebook Group "Volleyball Coaches Corner": https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/

[BOOK] “Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season”: https://amzn.to/2Q2ODYa

Mandating High-Fives Study (Discussed in Episode 23 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/3459794/kraus.touch.2010.pdf?response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DTactile_communication_cooperation_and_pe.pdf&X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIWOWYYGZ2Y53UL3A%2F20190923%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20190923T183052Z&X-Amz-Expires=3600&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=cce1d321f8576bd589550912c2fd2adced630bdcc20a8f21793fd4642d99b397

Team Cohesion and Team Success in Sport: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/026404102317200828?src=recsys

Team Bonding Activity "Common Enemy" (Discussed in Episode 20 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-team-bonding-common-enemy

Team Building Through Team Goal Setting: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10413209708415386?src=recsys

Volleyball Goal Setting Packet (Discussed in Episode 8 of the Get The Pancake Podcast): https://getthepancake.com/products/volleyball-season-goals-worksheets

Episode 18: Cut The "C" Players (Apple Podcasts Link): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000445488348

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Jan 05, 202044:13
31. How To Run A Volleyball Clinic

31. How To Run A Volleyball Clinic

Have you been thinking about running a volleyball clinic for your players, but weren't sure where to start? Let me share some helpful tips on how to structure your clinics so you can start introducing the sport we all love to more athletes.

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Dec 29, 201920:43
30. The Ultimate Guide to Coaching 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball
Dec 22, 201927:38
29: Understanding Positions on a Volleyball Team
Nov 24, 201926:48
28. 3 Tips for the Start of Club Volleyball Season
Nov 17, 201918:38
27. Inspiring Players with "THE CUORE PROJECT." Former US Olympian Lindsey Berg shares her passion project.
Oct 20, 201945:37
26. End of Season SUPER Episode for Volleyball Coaches
Oct 13, 201920:45
25. The Cornerstones of Success - Thoughts on John Wooden's Pyramid
Oct 06, 201914:21
24. Express Yourself: Motivating Players Through Gestures
Sep 29, 201914:55
23. MORE Insta Q's: Praise to Criticism Ratio, How Parents Can Help, and Getting Your Shot At Coaching

23. MORE Insta Q's: Praise to Criticism Ratio, How Parents Can Help, and Getting Your Shot At Coaching

Questions addressed in today’s episode:

     - “How do you motivate players? To talk, to encourage each other, to play hard, etc?”

     - ”How can I get a school to give me a shot at coaching if I’ve never coached before?”

     - “How to help a coach when you are a parent?”

     - “What is your suggestion on a healthy praise/criticism ratio?”

     - “How do you feel about Player A saying Player B’s name when she thinks it’s their ball?”

     - “Never coached before but have played. I am now head varsity coach at a big high school. Tips?”

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Get The Pancake on Instagram: instagram.com/getthepancake

Study on High-Fives: https://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/3459794/kraus.touch.2010.pdf?response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DTactile_communication_cooperation_and_pe.pdf&X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAIWOWYYGZ2Y53UL3A%2F20190923%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20190923T183052Z&X-Amz-Expires=3600&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=cce1d321f8576bd589550912c2fd2adced630bdcc20a8f21793fd4642d99b397

Interview Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437901676

Interview Article: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/interview-to-coach-volleyball

Chapter 4 from "Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-pancake-a-podcast-for-volleyball-coaches/id1455984211?i=1000437901676

Coaching Volleyball: A Survival Guide For Your First Season: https://amzn.to/2l5PQm6

The Volleyball Coaching Bible Review: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/book-review-the-volleyball-coaching-bible

Volleyball Coaches Corner: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322963254922796/

Get The Pancake: www.getthepancake.com

Sep 23, 201924:50
22. Insta Q&A: Leading Huddles, Dealing With Bad Calls, and Poor Behavior

22. Insta Q&A: Leading Huddles, Dealing With Bad Calls, and Poor Behavior

This week I answer questions my followers submitted through Instagram stories (follow @getthepancake so you don't miss out) and WOW did you guys send in some great questions! This episode covers how to handle bad calls so your team doesn't lose momentum, what to do when you have a player who "doesn't care," and more!

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Follow Get The Pancake on Instagram: www.instagram.com/getthepancake

Freeball/Downball Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/freeball-downball-drill

Vegas Drill: https://getthepancake.com/drills-and-tips/volleyball-scrimmage-alternative-vegas

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Quick disclaimer: Please keep in mind that my answers are my own personal opinion based on the limited information I received through Instagram Stories. If you are facing a similar situation but feel it should be handled differently, I encourage you to act in a way that you believe best resolves your specific situation since my examples are just that... examples! Thank you for listening!

Sep 15, 201940:48