TBH Episode 34: The Toughest Position... Middle Blocker

TBH Episode 34: The Toughest Position... Middle Blocker

Author: Triple Block Heads February 26, 2026 Duration: 48:04
Send us Fan Mail In this Triple Block Heads volleyball podcast episode, Makani, Frank, and Marc begin a role-specific series focused on training middle blockers offensively and defensively from youth through elite levels. They identify four foundational motor skills for young middles—reaction, balance, timing/rhythm, and motor/work ethic—emphasizing early development for taller athletes and injury prevention. Offensively, they stress the mindset of “how do I get set,” training tempo clarity (...

There’s a particular kind of conversation that happens on the sidelines of a gym, after the last point has been scored and the nets are coming down. Triple Block Heads captures that spirit-a deep, often funny, and always insightful dive into the world of volleyball. You’ll hear three hosts with a combined fifty years of coaching, from grassroots club levels all the way to top-tier Division 1 programs, breaking down the sport they love. This isn’t just play-by-play analysis; it’s about the culture, the training nuances, the latest news, and the shared experiences that connect everyone who’s ever stepped on a court. Whether you’re picking up a ball for the first time, competing at a collegiate level, or you’re a self-proclaimed volley nerd, the discussions here feel like pulling up a chair with old friends who just get it. Every episode of this podcast explores topics that resonate across the spectrum of players and fans, blending technical knowledge with personal stories. The result is a uniquely authentic listen that goes beyond the basics of fitness and health, touching on the real heart of the game. Tune in for perspectives shaped by decades in the trenches, where the love for volleyball is the true common ground.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 36

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TBH Episode 44: Navigating The Shift: Club to High School Transition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:07
Send us Fan Mail In this Triple Block Heads episode, Makani, Frank, and Marc discuss the complexities club volleyball players face transitioning into high school season, emphasizing mindset and perspective as much as phy…
TBH Episode 42: Coaching Littles 13 and under [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:22
Send us Fan Mail In this Triple Block Heads episode, Makani, Marc, and Frank discuss Frank’s first season coaching a 12U team while also coaching 17s, including the challenge of balancing eight straight weekends of tourn…
TBH Episode 41: Summer Club Tryouts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:37
Send us Fan Mail In this Triple Block Heads volleyball podcast episode, the hosts discuss how club volleyball tryouts shifted over the last decade from fall to summer, driven by competition, national trends, and “peer pr…
TBH Episode 39: Navigating June: Athlete's Dilemma and Decisions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:49
Send us Fan Mail The Triple Block Heads hosts joke about Frank shaving his head, then discuss how club volleyball athletes should navigate June’s overlapping options: club college showcases, on-campus prospect camps, and…
TBH Episode 37: From Passion to Profession: Breaking into Coaching [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:39
Send us Fan Mail In this Triple Block Heads volleyball podcast episode, the hosts discuss how to enter coaching, emphasizing that many start in club volleyball and should research local clubs, meet and “interview” club d…
TBH Episode 35: The Role of Clubs in Athlete Injury Prevention [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:09
Send us Fan Mail Makani, Marc, and Frank discuss how volleyball clubs can prevent injuries and support athletes through rehab, emphasizing that overuse injuries are rising due to longer seasons, more reps, and hard playi…