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Presents skills and strategies for more advanced volleyball players, including such topics as specialization, simple and multiple offense, advanced spiking, defense, and blocking techniques. ... Read more

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Bill Strickland is 'living the dream' that is part of the romance and myth that fascinates the rest of the world about Southern California.His book gives a rare insider's view of the insular world of Professional Beach Volleyball, as it follows the ups and downs of his second full season in the Main Draw of the AVP Tour.It is a world of hot sand, hot women and fierce competition.The top teams take home Gold Medals and up to $100,000 in prize money for a single tournament, while the rest sacrifice everything to chase their elusive dreams of beach immortality, all the while bottoming out their bank accounts.Things can get rough, but off the court the camaraderie this sport breeds is constantly on display, and there is no better demonstration of this than Inside the Players' Tent.This book is a very honest account of one player's experience as he claws his way through a full season on the AVP Tour. ... Read more

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A rare sports story that's 100% honest and authentic
Sports books and movies are too often Hollywoodized in this day and age to ensure the pefect happy ending or payoff for the customer.In his book "Inside the players tent" Bill Strickland details an honest and authentic account of of his first full season on the AVP tour.He's forthright about his shortcomings and insecurities.He details the the daily grind and the highs and lows of being an underpaid athlete on the AVP.This book is a great read for sports fans in general.

Great read for AVP fans!
I enjoyed "Inside The Player's tent", the chronicles of a year in Bill Strickland's AVP career.I found the stories of partnership switches interesting, as well as discussions on trying to travel to events as frugally as possible.Highly recommended for AVP fans.

Great for anyone who ever played competitive beach volleyball in the US
As I said on the title, if you have ever played competitive beach volleyball in the us, you will have a great time reading this book.

It is fun to read and we can all relate to his adventures on the tour at any giving time of our sports careers.

excellent read
Bill Strickland's words drip with emotion as he describes triumph and defeat, on and off the court, in pursuit of his dream to become an ace professional beach volleyball player.A great read for anyone who likes a good story. A must read for any volleyball fan or anyone who has ever followed a dream.

Great inside look at the beach volleyball scene
If you want a fun read this is the book to buy. The professional beach volleyball world has always been very intriguing to me.Billy's book has definitely captured the spirit of the beach volleyball scene.I can't wait to get out and watch some events next summer and look at the beach tour in a whole new light. ... Read more

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Volume 3 of the "Best of Coaching Volleyball" series covers conditioning, mental training, and program development and management. This outstanding volume of articles includes 25 contributions from volleyball coaches, physical education specialists, and other sports professionals. ... Read more

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So, you thought that youth volleyball would only impact your child's life.Yep, we thought that too.Help is here!

The Volleyball Mom's Manual spells out what you need to know about your child's sports experience, including:
* the time, money, and equipment it takes
* which rules may trigger controversy
* the care and feeding of young athletes
* the behavior that's expected (yours), and
* what's ahead as your child gets older

Written for moms by moms, this hand how-to is a "heads-up" that can make your child's volleyball experience a better one for your athlete, your family, and you. ... Read more

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Finally, a how to book for moms.
I have been a club volleyball coach for going on six years now, and a club director for almost three years.I have been answering the same questions from parents for years.Mostly about how club volleyball works and how their kids can get the most out of the experience.Now there is a book that can answer most of those questions in an intelligent manner.The book is not actually a how to guide but it is close enough.

Some of the stuff that I talk to my club team parents about, such as nutrition, preparing for the tournaments, how to mentally prepare kids for tryouts, how to deal with the stress of competition, the kind of equipment to buy, what to look for when shopping for a club and a coach, etc. are all in this book.

The authors also attempt to deal with the rules of the game.Although the book is brand new for 2000, it is also a tad out of date for this upcoming year.The libero rule and other rule changes being integrated into the USAV rules were not touched on.

In a way this book is somewhat minimalist in that it deals only with the basics, but that is more than enough for most parents or players.I would have like to have seen more on how to prepare kids for club recruiting, or the peer pressures that comes from the experience, and the competition for players from the different clubs.The book touches on some aspects of college recruiting, not really enough to prepare the parents for the onslaught, but they do mean well. The authors does a generally good job of differentiating between the different levels of competion, but I think they really need to emphasize the difference between a traveling team and a local team.

Another issue that is ignored is the level of coaching and how to identify good coaches versus bad coaches.The usual way is through the volleyball grapevine, but there are certain tell tale signs from how the clubs run their tryouts that will tell you whether this is a good or a bad club.Most of that is quibling because I love this book.

I love the fact that I now have a book to recommend to parents who have a million questions about club volleyball but have nowhere to go.This is a must read for parents who wants to get their kids involved in volleyball as well as those parents whose kids are transitioning to higher levels of club volleyball.

Now if only they could add a chapter about how valuable coaches are and how they really should be paid a lot more money, all my problems would be solved!!!:) ... Read more

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Finally, a concise yet informative youth volleyball book by experts. Terry Liskevych, head coach of the USA Women's Volleyball Team, and Don Patterson, associate editor of Volleyball magazine, have combined their knowledge of one of America's fastest growing sports to write Youth Volleyball. This thorough examination of the game includes chapters on moving, passing, setting, hitting, blocking, defense, and serving. It is also filled with photos of members of the USA Women's Volleyball Team demonstrating the techniques you need to know to become valuable asset to your team. Let the country's leading volleyball authorities teach you the skills the Olympians know. ... Read more

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One of the best small books around
Its size may fool you, but it has great illustrations and clear text.But its high point is its use of "cue words" and "key phrases" to speed learning and cut down on information overload.Has some good drills too.A great book to give your player. ... Read more

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FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. ... Read more

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This unique book presents in-depth coverage of the fundamental skills of volleyball, with emphasis on learning and development that will lead to volleyball success. Written specifically for the benefit of the player, each skill is described in detail and analyzed in comparison to other techniques in order to explicitly show why one skill may be preferred over another. ... Read more

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In-Depth Volleyball
There are a lot of volleyball books on the market today and, of course, they are mostly opinions on technique, style, etc.This book will give a good foundation for anyone interested in volleyball.Very well thought through.Very well written.
Enjoy!

A comprehensive guide to volleyball.
Bob Howard gives a very complete and easy to understand guide to volleyball technique using the most up to date theories available today.It is presented in a format that is both helpful to the volleyball player as well as those in the coaching profession.

An Understanding, Yes
I understand Volleyball in its entirety. But, Robert E. Howard ... Read more

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This book is suitable for ages 6 to 10 years. A popular sport played both indoors and outdoors, volleyball is a fast-paced game that requires teamwork. This book serves up the basic rules and positions of the game for young readers. Children will love the dynamic photos that show players performing volleys, blocks, and spikes. They will also enjoy learning about: the layout of the court; popular players; setting the ball up for a team-mate. ... Read more

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People of all athletic abilities can play volleyball and will learn a lot from this book!
I'm sure you have and least had a glimpse at a couple of teams playing volleyball and would enjoy playing a game yourself, but you might be a bit worried you wouldn't know the rules or what is going on. It is a lot of fun if you've ever played.Perhaps even if you've played a casual game you may not know how many rules there are if you're going to play a "real" game.In this very thorough and exiting book you learn all there is to know about volleyball.Whether it is the first time or you have some experience you'll be in the know!

First of all, don't grab, hold or catch that ball.Players work at bouncing the ball over the net.When "two teams hitting the ball back-and-forth to each other is called a rally."That is when your team scores.The game is divided into three or fives sets.Each set is fifteen points.In this book you will learn about serving, side-out, international volleyball (they score differently), an attack line, the front court, the back court, the free zone, types of serves, volleying, a block, the spike, the offense, the defense, an ace, a fault a dump, an outside hit, antennae, tipping, rules, referees and beach volleyball. It's not really a complicated game at all and people of all athletic abilities can have a lot of fun playing.

I enjoyed reading this book and, as a very casual volleyball player, was unaware of some of the rules.For example, most casual teams will bounce that ball around until it hits the ground.I learned that "a team can only touch the ball three times before hitting it back to the opposition."Imagine that!There are great action photographs, informative sidebars, a glossary and an index.Everything you wanted to know about volleyball, casual or otherwise, is in this book.Have fun. . .summer is on its way! ... Read more

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This is a book for youth Volleyball coaches. It has drills to build your team's speed, coordination, agility, and fundamental volleyball skills. It has offensive and defensive plays covering all phases of the game. There are 68 drill variations, all numbered, to help a team. There are 77 play variations, all numbered, covering all phases of the game. There are 65 game variation to play, that are directly related, and involved with their learning. ... Read more

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On the worldwide stage, Beach Volleyball rules - no ifs, ands, or butts! Its fast action, sex appeal, and beach party vibe lure millions of television viewers to what NBC proclaimed the hottest ticket during the Olympic Games. The United States has long dominated this sport. Yet, as these Olympic champions return home, the afterglow rapidly burns out. The ever-optimistic Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) always hopes for an Olympic spike that will sweep its Pro Beach Volleyball tour into the sports mainstream. Instead, this provocative sport struggles year after year. What gives? What's going on underneath this lustrous sun-baked layer of sun, fun, and buns? Order On The Court strips away this glistening front, revealing the dark clouds that smog Pro Beach Volleyball's visions of respect and recognition. This benchmark book not only dives deep into the sport's turbulent and amusing times, but also traces its history and projects its future. ... Read more

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Fantastic look into the world of Beach Volleyball & it's history
My wife and I are avid Pro Beach volleyball fans, dating back to 2005 after volunteering at our first AVP event in Cincinnati.Since that time we have had the privilege to work at tournaments around the US and have fallen in love with the sport. During a recent tournament back in Cinci, we had the good fortune of meeting the author, Tom Burke. As we flew back home to San Diego, I was totally engrossed in his book "Order on the Court". I'm not sure which part I enjoyed most, it was excellent from start to finish.The sport's history was chronicled back to the very beginning and his in-depth knowledge and analysis was highly illuminating from the early days up to 2008 when the book was released.

As the AVP recently announced it was closing it's doors, I kept hearing the old saying about history repeating itself. This is certainly the case when it comes to the AVP and current state of pro-beach volleyball in the US. Hopefully some of the excellent points made by Tom will be given some serious thought and consideration by the future leaders of sport and it will once again rise to prominance. This book is a great read not only for us rabid fans, but also newbies to the sport interested to learn more and those hopeful it will get back on track and transform into something bigger and better for the players and fans alike.

Olympic Fan
I am a casual fan of Olympic Beach Volleyball, who has attended two Women's Olympic Finals, and one AVP event.As an avid all around sports fan, I found that Order on the Court provided context and perspective by chronicling the up and down history of the USA's AVP, which is the tour that attempts to market ths sport as a professional event for the US sports fan consumer.Additionally, as Tom Burke juxtaposes the seemingly no-brainer appeal of the sport versus the business of running a tour one is able to understand the issues that cause the tour to struggle year in and year out with sponsors and fans.I learned a great deal about the inner-workings of the AVP from reading this book, and I walked away with a greater respect for the athletes who pursue their athletic dreams via beach volleyball.

Super Book! Inside Look at the Life & Times of Pro Beach Volleyball
This book rocks and lives up to all its promises!It certainly is a groundbreaking book for it covers not only the history of the pro beach volleyball sport but also all its present challenges and successes.The book is loaded with drama and comedy as it describes every facet of the sport: the AVP organization, the players, the media and sponsors, and even the fans. A definite must-have for any Sports or Olympics fan. ... Read more

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On the worldwide stage, Beach Volleyball rules - no ifs, ands, or butts! Its fast action, sex appeal, and beach party vibe lure millions of television viewers to what NBC proclaimed the hottest ticket during the Olympic Games. The United States has long dominated this sport. Yet, as these Olympic champions return home, the afterglow rapidly burns out. The ever-optimistic Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) always hopes for an Olympic spike that will sweep its Pro Beach Volleyball tour into the sports mainstream. Instead, this provocative sport struggles year after year. What gives? What's going on underneath this lustrous sun-baked layer of sun, fun, and buns? Order On The Court strips away this glistening front, revealing the dark clouds that smog Pro Beach Volleyball's visions of respect and recognition. This benchmark book not only dives deep into the sport's turbulent and amusing times, but also traces its history and projects its future. ... Read more

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Fantastic look into the world of Beach Volleyball & it's history
My wife and I are avid Pro Beach volleyball fans, dating back to 2005 after volunteering at our first AVP event in Cincinnati.Since that time we have had the privilege to work at tournaments around the US and have fallen in love with the sport. During a recent tournament back in Cinci, we had the good fortune of meeting the author, Tom Burke. As we flew back home to San Diego, I was totally engrossed in his book "Order on the Court". I'm not sure which part I enjoyed most, it was excellent from start to finish.The sport's history was chronicled back to the very beginning and his in-depth knowledge and analysis was highly illuminating from the early days up to 2008 when the book was released.

As the AVP recently announced it was closing it's doors, I kept hearing the old saying about history repeating itself. This is certainly the case when it comes to the AVP and current state of pro-beach volleyball in the US. Hopefully some of the excellent points made by Tom will be given some serious thought and consideration by the future leaders of sport and it will once again rise to prominance. This book is a great read not only for us rabid fans, but also newbies to the sport interested to learn more and those hopeful it will get back on track and transform into something bigger and better for the players and fans alike.

Olympic Fan
I am a casual fan of Olympic Beach Volleyball, who has attended two Women's Olympic Finals, and one AVP event.As an avid all around sports fan, I found that Order on the Court provided context and perspective by chronicling the up and down history of the USA's AVP, which is the tour that attempts to market ths sport as a professional event for the US sports fan consumer.Additionally, as Tom Burke juxtaposes the seemingly no-brainer appeal of the sport versus the business of running a tour one is able to understand the issues that cause the tour to struggle year in and year out with sponsors and fans.I learned a great deal about the inner-workings of the AVP from reading this book, and I walked away with a greater respect for the athletes who pursue their athletic dreams via beach volleyball.

Super Book! Inside Look at the Life & Times of Pro Beach Volleyball
This book rocks and lives up to all its promises!It certainly is a groundbreaking book for it covers not only the history of the pro beach volleyball sport but also all its present challenges and successes.The book is loaded with drama and comedy as it describes every facet of the sport: the AVP organization, the players, the media and sponsors, and even the fans. A definite must-have for any Sports or Olympics fan. ... Read more

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Offers a selection of more than 350 drills to optimizevolleyball training. It will help the coach and P.E. instructororganize the training of both the technical and tactical aspect of thegame-from basic technique to competition-in interesting and diverseways. The main focus of the book are the drills that are based largelyon the mental and motor demands confronting players in different gamesituations. The second focus is the theory of the game: tacticaltraining, modern training methodology related to learning stages intechnical and tactical training, sequencing of materials to belearned, the role of the coach, and effective coaching tips. ... Read more

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Excellent information and a handy book to have.
I keep this book in my vehicle, because I ran a Volleyball league and the information is handy to keep by my side. ... Read more

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This guide to volleyball uses the Personalized Sport Instruction model of teaching (PSI), which is widely respected as an effective, interactive, student-centered teaching model. This workbook, as part of a six-book series, features a common organization and framework for planning, managing, implementing, and evaluating the fundamentals of learning badminton. Each module includes specific directions for setting up learning tasks and criteria for demonstrating mastery. For anyone interested in the sport of volleyball. ... Read more

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This is not how you play volleyball
As a professional educator and long time volleyball coach and instructor, I am deeply disturbed by the new ruminations being proposed by Poole and his
supporters.From where the dissenters come I don't know, but their divisive machinations are destroying the game and misleading many of the more inexperienced volleyball players into thinking that volleyball is archaic, dated, and ripe for a philosophical overhaul. Well, it isn't. These volleyballistas and their propogana programs need to be curtailed at the base, there is no method. There is no sports instruction system. Volleyball is chaos, it is a microcosm of the unpredictablem forces of the universe that created and will destroy our fragile world. Therein lies the beauty of the game, to play is to reinact this drama of the heavenly bodies and gases and divine indifference. Volleyball is life and death intertwined with immutable inevitabilty, and no hubristic system will ever shelter the volleyball player from his predetermined glory and humiliation.Surprisingly however, Poole gives a very good summary of beach volleyball and lists some very popular spots to get in on a pickup game. ... Read more

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Everything from basic serving, passing and hitting skills to setting up plays and reading the opponent's game are explained with step-by-step instructions, Illustrated techniques and diagrams. ... Read more

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New to Game
I bought this book for my daughter who was trying out for high school volleyball having never played the game. It explains the history of the game, rules, terminology, strategies. And she read it over a weekend. She also liked the book and found it very helpful. Well worth the 8 bucks. ... Read more