As is vs Adapted - Part 2 - Rules, Equipment, and Playing Area Modifications
2.Adapting the Game: Rules, Equipment, and Playing Area Modifications◦The LTAD document explicitly highlights issues with inappropriate equipment and playing dimensions for young athletes and suggests...
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As is vs Adapted Part 1 -Playing the Game 'As Is' vs. Adapting for Development
Exploring the Core Philosophies: Playing the Game 'As Is' vs. Adapting for Development◦This first chat needs to lay the groundwork. We can dive into what these two primary approaches really mean in pr...
13 Touko 202510min
Hitting Harder - Part 3.3 - Mental Toughness
Cultivating a Strategic and Aggressive MindsetMental Toughness: Attacking requires mental toughness and the ability to stay composed under pressure40.... Resilience and a positive mindset are essentia...
9 Touko 202511min
Hitting Harder - Part 1.5 - Explosive Jumping Ability
Mastering the Fundamental Attacking Technique:Explosive Jumping Ability: Generating height in the attack is crucial for hitting over blockers and creating scoring opportunities8.... Explosive leg driv...
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Hitting Harder - Part 1.4 - Body Control and Hang Time
Mastering the Fundamental Attacking Technique: Body Control and Hang Time: Good body control in the air allows hitters to adjust their attack based on the block and defensive positioning39. The abilit...
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Hitting Harder - Part 1.3 - Arm Swing and Technique
Mastering the Fundamental Attacking Technique:Arm Swing and Technique: The arm swing is the primary source of power in hitting38.... It should begin with a high reach, followed by a rapid acceleration...
9 Touko 202513min
Hitting Harder - Part 1.2 - Timing and Coordination
Mastering the Fundamental Attacking Technique:Timing and Coordination: Effective attackers coordinate their approach, jump, and arm swing to contact the ball at its optimal height37.... Athletes must ...
9 Touko 20256min
Hitting Harder - Part 1.1 - Approach Footwork
Mastering the Fundamental Attacking Technique:•Approach Footwork: A powerful attack starts with the approach37. This typically involves a three-step or four-step pattern designed to generate momentum ...
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