Specialization Volleyball IΙ

Specialization / Direction

General Foundation

Upon successful completion of this course, students will acquire: Knowledge 1. Knowledge of the historical evolution of the sport, the playing field, the rules of conduct and purpose of the game, as well as basic and specialized rules of volleyball. 2. Knowledge of key competencies and the process of selecting volleyball athletes. 3. Knowledge of basic stances and movements, general and specialized principles and methods of warm-up in volleyball, and understanding of the theoretical foundation of all essential motor skills in volleyball (overhead pass, underhand pass, reception, defense, serve, attack, block). Methodological approach, possible execution errors, their causes, and corrections. 4. Knowledge of simple and specialized individual and team tactics for each of the above motor skills, as well as understanding of game systems such as 6:0, 4:2, 4:2 with specialized attackers, and 5:1. 5. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, coaching methodology, psychology, health, and nutrition related to volleyball. 6. Knowledge of how to organize a lesson and a training unit, as well as how to organize volleyball tournaments and matches. ________________________________________ Skills 1. Ability to present, analyze, teach, synthesize, and execute all fundamental technical volleyball skills in competitive conditions. 2. Ability to individually and collaboratively present a lesson or training session plan. 3. Development and promotion of team spirit, cooperation, and interaction among small and large groups. ________________________________________ Competencies 1. Ability to apply knowledge in educational, coaching, and competitive settings. 2. Design and development of training plans (macrocycle, mesocycle, microcycle), training sessions, or lesson plans. 3. Design of methodology and plan for the demonstration, teaching, and acquisition of motor skills, individual and team tactics, including intervention, feedback, and the adaptation or modification of training or lessons. 4. Match analysis, and the design and analysis of strategies and tactics. 5. Development of communication, cooperation, and team spirit among team members. 6. Crisis management within the team. 7. Recognition of the role of the teacher, coach, and team leader. 8. Experiential participation in a match as both athlete and coach. 9. Organization of matches and tournaments. 10. Refereeing.

Purpose and description The purpose of this course is to prepare students on a theoretical, practical, and pedagogical level, to provide knowledge, to cultivate and improve their individual motor skills in volleyball, so that they may understand and apply the sport at athletic, coaching, and instructional levels. The course focuses on the understanding of both basic and specialized individual and team tactics and game systems. It includes the teaching of fundamental training principles and methods, the development of the ability to design training programs and lesson plans, as well as the pedagogical approach and adaptation to various age groups and competitive levels. Furthermore, it aims to create conditions and strategies for communication and collaboration among students, to promote knowledge of the official rules of the game, and to develop skills in managing and organizing matches. The course also emphasizes performance evaluation—of both athletes and students—as well as self-assessment of the lesson, the methods, and the tools used. Finally, students are expected to apply appropriate academic sources and literature in the preparation of assignments and in future academic or professional endeavors. Course Objectives The course aims to: 1. Develop theoretical knowledge, technical and tactical skills, and the coaching, instructional, and pedagogical competence of the student. 2. Promote understanding of both basic and advanced individual and team tactics in volleyball. 3. Deepen the scientific approach to the sport through anatomy, kinesiology, physiology, coaching science, and sports psychology. 4. Foster professional readiness as physical education specialists and volleyball coaches. 5. Support instructional and pedagogical training by enabling students to: o Design, organize, and evaluate volleyball lessons in school and extracurricular settings. o Select teaching methods appropriate for different age groups and competition levels. 6. Encourage the development of motor and coaching skills, individual improvement of movement capabilities, and immediate feedback on training methods and programs. 7. Ensure understanding of the official rules of the sport. 8. Promote knowledge of fundamental principles of health, nutrition, and injury prevention and management. 9. Cultivate evaluation and self-evaluation skills by enabling students to: Assess athletes’ progress using both objective and subjective criteria. Develop self-assessment and self-regulation competencies. SPRING SEMESTER Week – Content – Learning Outcomes Week 1 Lesson 1 Conscious training, effective stimulus. Individual and team tactics in service reception. Knowledge of training function and effectiveness. Application, understanding, and improvement of motor skills. (Skill – Ability). Week 2 Lesson 2 Monitoring individual and team performance. Methods, tools, and evaluation techniques, results, statistical analysis and conclusions. Individual serving tactics. Application of performance and outcome knowledge. Application, understanding, and improvement of motor skills. (Skill – Ability). Week 3 Lesson 3 Opponent scouting, match analysis. Combination of individual serving tactics and individual/team service reception. Perception, evaluation, and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data. Preparation for and response to the opponent. Application, understanding, and improvement of motor skills. Week 4 Lesson 4 Ergometric tests in volleyball. Usage, extraction, and application of conclusions. 5:1 System. Evaluation of physical abilities. Planning of physical conditioning programs. Match preparation. (Skill – Ability). Week 5 Lesson 5 Beach Volleyball Rules, techniques, individual and team tactics. Development of knowledge, skills, and abilities in beach volleyball. (Skill – Ability). Week 6 Lesson 6 Training of physical abilities for volleyball. Annual training plan. Macrocycle, mesocycle, microcycle, training session. Practice of 5:1 system. Development of physical abilities. Match preparation. (Skill – Ability). Week 7 Lesson 7 Main training – recovery during the competitive season, with 5 weekly sessions and one match. Practice of 5:1 system. Specialized weekly training session planning. Match preparation. (Skill – Ability). Week 8 Lesson 8 Team psychological preparation. Crisis management. Victory and defeat as learning processes. Continued practice of 5:1 system. Development and cultivation of psychoethical abilities. Match preparation. (Skill – Ability). Week 9 Lesson 9 Team dynamics. Composition, characteristics, and roles of members, cooperation, interaction, interdependence, awareness, identity, needs, goals, behavior. Offensive combinations with two, three, and four players. Volleyball as a team sport. Team building. Methods of tactical development and improvement of technical skills. Week 10 Lesson 10 Nutrition for volleyball players. General and specific recommendations before and after matches or training. Modified games (5-point sets), 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, from offense and from defense. Development of knowledge regarding volleyball athletic nutrition. Competition preparation. (Skill – Ability). Week 11 Lesson 11 Plyometric exercises in volleyball. Criteria for player selection and lineup at the start of a match. Recording player positions in rotation during service and reception. Practical application. Knowledge of specialized training for volleyball athletes. Preparation for match participation as a coach. (Skill – Ability). Week 12 Lesson 12 Video match analysis. Quick position recognition. Recognition and analysis of offensive and defensive tactics. Virtual strategies for countering them. Review (in outline) of the year’s curriculum. Discussion, reflections, critique, and suggestions. Preparation for team management and participation in championships and official matches. Evaluation and self-evaluation of the course. (Skill – Ability).

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07-07-2025