
Triple Block Heads
Welcome to Triple Block Heads; the podcast for all things volleyball. Each episode, the trio of Block Heads will discuss topics that will hit home for a variety of volleyball enthusiasts, from beginners to collegiate athletes and volley nerds in between. The Block Heads bring a combined 50 years of coaching experience ranging from club to the highest levels of Division 1.
Episodes
9 episodes
TBH Episode 9: Beyond the Box Score: Developing Skills with Numbers
In this episode of 'Triple Blockheads,' the hosts Makani, Marc, and Frank discuss the significance and application of statistics in the volleyball world. They explore how stats can help athletes differentiate themselves, improve their skills, a...
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Episode 9
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39:53

TBH Episode 8: Private Lessons: Boost or Bust for Young Athletes?
In this episode of the Triple Block Heads Podcast, hosts Makani, Frank, and Mark delve into the hot topic of private volleyball lessons. The conversation revolves around the increase in private lessons, their benefits, drawbacks, and appropriat...
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Episode 8
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37:54

TBH Episode 7: Game On: Navigating Proper Tournament Etiquette
Welcome to this episode of the Triple Blockheads Podcast where hosts Makani, Mark, and Frank discuss volleyball club tournament etiquette. They provide insights on proper behavior for players, teams, parents, and spectators from the beginning o...
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Episode 7
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45:33

TBH Episode 6: Empowering the Athlete: A Parent’s Guide to College Recruitment
In this episode of Triple Blockheads, hosts Makani, Frank, and Mark discuss the intricacies of collegiate recruitment, focusing on the role and influence of parents in the process. They emphasize the importance of allowing athletes to advocate ...
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Episode 6
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34:51

TBH Episode 5: From Angles to Execution: Passing Strategies Uncovered
In this episode of the Triple Blockheads Podcast, Makani, Frank, and Mark discuss the fundamentals of effective volleyball passing. The conversation covers essential techniques, including the importance of high and playable passes, understandin...
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Episode 5
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34:02

TBH Episode 4: Setting the Scene: Double Contacts and Their Impact
In this episode of the Triple Blockheads Podcast, hosts Makani, Frank, and Mark delve into the topic of 'double contacts' in volleyball, specifically focusing on the new collegiate rules allowing double contacts when setting to a teammate but n...
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Episode 4
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28:56

TBH Episode 3: Volleyball Practice Unpacked: From Skill Work to Competition
In this episode of the Triple Blockheads Podcast, hosts Makani, Frank, and Mark delve into structuring effective volleyball practices. Key discussion points include essential elements like skill progression, individual versus team structures, a...
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Episode 3
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43:08

TBH Episode 2: Serving Success: Mastering Volleyball's First Offensive Move
In this episode of Triple Blockheads, hosts Makani Cantor, Frank, and Mark delve into the intricacies of serving in volleyball. They discuss the mechanics from initial development to collegiate levels, focusing on toss and hand contact. They st...
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Episode 2
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48:45

TBH Episode 1: Becoming a Blockhead: Insights on Volleyball and Life
In the inaugural episode of 'Triple Blockheads,' hosts Makani Cantor, Marc Neef, and Frank Flanagan discuss their journeys into the world of volleyball, from their diverse backgrounds to their passion for the game. They provide insights into va...
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Episode 1
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42:24
