Season curriculum · Stephanie Abdalla
Practice plans
Nine weeks, one 60-minute practice a week, and a tournament where every team plays. Pick your division to see each week's plan, written for your grade.
- Ages 6–8 1st–2nd grade Net 6′ 0″ · Introduction to movement, ball control, underhand serve Open the nine weeks
- Ages 8–9 3rd grade Net 6′ 6″ · Passing, setting, serving progression, team concepts Open the nine weeks
- Ages 9–10 4th grade Net 6′ 6″ · Passing, setting, serving progression, team concepts Open the nine weeks
- Ages 10–12 5th–6th grade Net 6′ 6″ · Full game play, overhand serve, pass-set-hit system Open the nine weeks
The rule for every drill: Every player should touch the ball as many times as possible in every practice. Maximize repetitions. Minimize lines. If players are standing still for more than 60 seconds, restructure the drill.
The season at a glance
| Phase | Weeks | Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | 1–3 | Individual skills & ball control |
| Development | 4–6 | Team concepts & skill progression |
| Application | 7–9 | Game play & tournament prep |
Every practice, the same four segments
| Segment | Time | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Warm-up & ball control | 15 min | Physical preparation, individual touch, partner work |
| Serving | 10 min | Grade-appropriate serving repetitions; progressive distance |
| Skill focus | 15 min | Primary skill of the week: passing, setting, or serve receive |
| Team play | 20 min | Game-like application, rotation practice, competitive play |
Need a drill? See the drill library. New to coaching? Start with the coach guide.