Timing Is Everything – World League 2014
There are some people who say that every point is equal, or every match is equal or other similar things
Serving Speed
Andrea Zorzi wrote an (very brief) analysis of modern volleyball that appeared today on FIVB website. Among other things that
Ettore Messina
Ettore Messina is considered one of the best basketball coaches in the world. I posted once about him here. I
Internal Standards
I recently had a conversation with a colleague about a range of issues in coaching. During the course of our
The Passion Of The Grizzled
I have long thought that football (soccer) coaches do not earn nearly enough money. They must endure pressure way beyond
Know The Rules
The coach should know the rules. That is a given. Why the coach should know the rules is perhaps open
Honesty In Feedback
Feedback is a necessary condition for learning. Indeed feedback drives learning. And yet, there is pressure (sometimes even at a
What Does John Wooden Have In Common With Casanova?
Casanova was on his deathbed when someone knocked on his door, repeatedly asking to speak with him. Casanova’s doctor replied
Teamwork, Selfishness And Art
In team sport the greatest performances can only be achieved after all team members selflessly submit their egos in the
World League Notes
My thoughts on World League are, at the best of times, mixed. On the one hand it is high level
At Home On The Court 