how to pass the toughest serves

You may have learned how to pass, but learn a couple more special tips from a professional. American Olympic gold medalist, Bob Ctvrtlik shares some rare passing tips that you won't learn from any typical volleyball camp or practice. Use this article to find some words of encouragement and tips on how to efficiently pass some of the toughest serves you will encounter.

preventing volleyball injuries

Playing sports is a dangerous activity and athletes are always prone to injuries. Although volleyball is not a contact sport, like football, there are still many opportunities for injuries to occur. It's easy to jam one's finger while making contact with the ball and it's very likely that one can land wrong on their feet while jumping for a serve or hit. However, there are always preventive measures that can be taken to decrease the chances of getting an injury. Learn the risk factors of common volleyball injuries and how to prevent ankle sprains, shoulder pains, and finger injuries. 

100 Things   every volleyball player should know

There are some things that all volleyball players know of but don't always say out loud. As a beginner, it's unlikely that you will know any of these "obvious" points because for experienced volleyball players, it's almost like common sense to them. Not all of these points are extremely crucial to playing volleyball; some of these points are actually just humorous and for fun or tips that will benefit you while playing volleyball. So take a couple minutes to run through this list because you never know when these random facts can come in handy! 

friendly foods for volleyball players

We all know that nutrition is a huge factor of our everyday lives. Especially when it comes to sports, it's best to avoid certain foods to enhance our performance on the court. The sports dietitian for the United States Olympic committee, Shawn Dolan shares with us her expertise on nutrition along with volleyball specific recommendations. Find great examples of meals and snacks and even find simple recipes you can follow to further improve your diet for improved results on the court.