Davis Ransom and Tod Mattox

The VolleyPod presented by The Art of Coaching Volleyball

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The VolleyPod is all about coaching kids volleyball! Each episode we cover 3 segments that are each designed to help you become a better volleyball coach. First, we focus on a specific volleyball skill, talk about how to teach it, and provide drills and video links for further help with that skill. Then, we present a common coaching scenario and discuss tips for how to (and how not to) handle it. In the third segment we share a resource that has helped us to become a better coach, with the hopes that it can help you too! See you on The VolleyPod!

Author

Davis Ransom and Tod Mattox

Episodes

How To Develop and Maintain High Support, Benefits of Communicating in Reality, and Tableau 10.07.2026 33:49

In this episode of The Volley Pod Tod and Davis delve into how to provide high support for your athletes. They also discuss how leaning into the challenges of the season can benefit coaches and families. And they discuss the benefits of Tableau, a dashboard creator. Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Art of Coaching Volleyball...

4 Competitive Volleyball Drills/Games, 10 Statements to Reconsider in the Offseason, and Practice Perfect by Doug Lemov 03.07.2026 31:15

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode, Davis and Tod discuss innovative volleyball training drills, coaching philosophies, and off-season strategies to improve player performance and team dynamics. The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/team-drills-reverse-wash/ K...

Tips from AOC's NorCal Clinic, Performance Is State Dependent So How Do I Create States, and Examples of How You Can Use State-Dependent Learning 26.06.2026 35:53

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode, volleyball coaches share insights from recent coaching clinics, focusing on system-based training, mental conditioning, and creating optimal performance states. Discover practical tips to enhance coaching effectiveness and player performance. The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos...

Doghouse Variations, How To Score, and Mudita with Matt Cincoski 19.06.2026 41:19

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode, intriguing volleyball coaches share insights from recent coaching clinics, focusing on system-based training, mental conditioning, and creating optimal performance states. Discover practical tips to enhance coaching effectiveness and player performance. Also, mudita! Check out ou...

Useful Setting Cues and What To Do When Your Practice Is Dragging 12.06.2026 25:37

Become a part of The Volley Pod community by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode focuses on advanced volleyball setting cues and practice strategies to improve player performance and practice efficiency. The host shares specific cues for setting technique, drills, and practice management tips. The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week ...

Why Players Love and Can't Stand Eco D Philosophy, Get Started With Constraints, and 05.06.2026 25:06

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode explores innovative volleyball training methods using ecological dynamics, focusing on constraints-led approaches to improve player skills, decision-making, and creativity. Coaches and players will learn practical strategies to enhance training sessions and game performance. The Art...

What Is Eco D? Ecological Dynamics: 10 Questions About the Fundamentals of A Key Learning Philosophy 03.06.2026 35:39

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our host Tod Mattox's books! Available on Amazon! Get them in your parents’ hands! The Volleyball Journey: A Handy Guide Book for Players and Parents by Tod Mattox ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Volleyball Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & The Volley Coach’s Book of Lists by Tod Mattox ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VB Coach's Book of Lists⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Disrupting the Standard High School Offense, Becoming Bulletproof Before the End of Season Tournament, and Flourish 22.05.2026 37:48

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠⁠ This episode explores innovative strategies to disrupt the standard high school volleyball offense, focusing on tactical adjustments, serving techniques, and game-specific drills to enhance team performance. The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.c...

Developing Decision Making, When You Don't Have a Full Team At Practice, and Inside the Box with David Epstein 15.05.2026 33:55

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠ This episode Tod Mattox and Davis Ransom share tips from Doug Lemov about how to make decisions effectively and discuss ideas for how to get better when not everyone is at practice. Actionable. Insightful. Thoughtful. The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week https://www.theartofcoachingvoll...

The Volley Pod Replay: The Trinsey Episode 08.05.2026 52:48

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠ Join us as we explore innovative volleyball training techniques with expert coach Joe Trinsey. Discover practical game strategies like Ace Ball, lineup management, and mental focus tips to elevate your coaching and player performance. Key Topics Ace Ball game variations and benefits Lineup and substi...

Top Coaches' Tools, Post Practice Routines, and AOC's How To Coach Volleyball: A Guide for First Time Coaches 01.05.2026 31:18

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠ The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week Resource of the Week https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/first-time-coach/ The Art of Coaching Volleyball's newest resource for first time coaches! Check out our host Tod Mattox's books! Available on Amazon! Get them in your parents’...

Thinking Again with Mas Shibata Part 2 24.04.2026 19:43

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠ In part 2 of this insightful volleyball coaching discussion, Mas Shibata shares his coaching philosophy, analysis techniques, and strategic insights to elevate team performance. Discover practical tips on transition attacking, landing on two feet and how to develop a coaching philosophy that may chal...

Thinking Again with Mas Shibata Part 1 16.04.2026 36:07

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠⁠ ⁠ In this insightful volleyball coaching discussion, Mas Shibata shares his coaching philosophy, analysis techniques, and strategic insights to elevate team performance. Discover practical tips on setting, attacking, and game planning that challenge conventional wisdom and foster success. The Resou...

10 Thoughts on Punishment in Practice, Tips for Maintaining Your Ideal Coaching Composure During Competition, and 10.04.2026 41:38

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠ This episode of The Volley Pod explores effective coaching strategies, the pitfalls of punishment, and maintaining composure during competitions. Coaches will learn practical, thoughtful approaches to discipline, team management, and self-awareness to enhance team performance and personal growth. The A...

The Jim Stone Volleyball Coach Tribute Episode 03.04.2026 17:02

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon at: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod⁠ This episode is dedicated to the late great Jim Stone, who gave so much joy, knowledge, and wisdom to volleyball and the coaching community. The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week are all from Jim Stone https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/jim-stone-a-coach-who-made-a-difference/ ht...

Overlooked "Soft" Volleyball Skills, My Team Always Starts Slowly, and MVP Mindset 27.03.2026 26:11

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon at: ⁠ https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod ⁠ This episode features insights from volleyball coach Tod Mattox and Davis Ransom on overlooked and high value volleyball "soft skills" like enhanced awareness. The two coaching buddies discuss how to start matches strong and get momentum then share a great mental performance resource fro...

Lessons from UCSD Mens Spring Practice, Reps Going From Good to Great, and 20.03.2026 37:19

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod This episode features insights from volleyball coach Tod and Davis on recent practice strategies, some cool new rule changes, and effective training methods. Discover innovative drills, the importance of deliberate practice, and how to optimize player development. Resource of the Week Flux Sports Perf...

10 Questions with Oscar "Digger" Graybill Part 2 13.03.2026 27:13

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod Resource of the Week Oscar “Digger” Graybill is an incredible volleyball coach and the Director and Founder of Socratic Seminars International, an organization that is dedicated to providing high quality, sustainable professional development in Socratic Seminars, Student Engagement, and Critical Think...

10 Questions with Oscar "Digger" Graybill Part 1 06.03.2026 25:29

Rethinking the Arm Warm Up, Tod's Wacky Ideas, and 27.02.2026 36:38

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod In this episode of The Volley Pod , hosts Tod and Davis discuss the recent Triple Crown volleyball tournament, emphasizing its unique structure that allows for high-stakes matches to shine. They delve into innovative warm-up techniques that enhance player readiness and skill development, moving away f...

Teaching Athletes to Be Coachable, How To Win the Triple Crown NIT Championship, and Coach Chijo 20.02.2026 27:58

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thevolleypod The Art of Coaching Volleyball Videos of the Week https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/positive-self-talk/ Amanda Jones https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/step-outside-of-your-comfort-zone/ Christa Dietzen https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/flush-and-park-mistakes-with-a-mistake-...

Strength and Conditioning for Young Volleyball Players with Emily Schilling from University of Illinois 13.02.2026 48:58

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/posts/volley-pod-149467525?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Today on the podcast we are joined by Emily Schilling, Director of Strength & Conditioning, Olympic Sports for University of Illinois Athletics, who shares her wealth of wisdom...

Ball Control Fundamentals for Every Team, Overlooked Post-Season Areas To Examine, and Volleytribe 06.02.2026 33:51

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/posts/volley-pod-149467525?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link In this episode of The Volley Pod , hosts Tod and Davis reflect on their journey with the podcast, discuss community engagement through Patreon, and delve into various volleyball c...

Initiations This or That, Fascinating Ball Control Games for Every Team, and Cameron Performance 30.01.2026 30:41

Support The Volley Pod by engaging with us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/posts/volley-pod-149467525?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link In this episode of The Volley Pod , hosts Tod and Davis reflect on their journey with the podcast, discuss community engagement through Patreon, and delve into various volleyball coach...

Setter-Middle Connection Foundations, First Tournament Laundry List, and The Power of Moments 23.01.2026 40:43

In this episode of The Volley Pod , hosts Tod and Davis discuss various aspects of volleyball coaching, focusing on youth training, particularly for 10-year-olds. They share insights from recent tournaments, emphasizing the importance of serving, setter-middle connections, and effective defensive strategies. The conversation also covers practical coaching techniques, including approach timing, jum...