False teammates are like our shadows. They keep close to us when we are all walking in the sunshine, but they are gone the instant we just go into the shade, let alone the darkness.

Coaches must be flexible, for then they won't get bent out of shape.

It is ok to err, but it is not ok to stop playing; it is ok to lose, but it is not ok to give up.

Never mishandle hope or self-confidence - those are elements of life, not just a game.

Volleyball is like going to church ... many attend, but few understand.

It's hard for these athletes to stay healthy. They are constantly being bombarded with unhealthy advertising. Peer pressure can override the body's demand for health. Being healthy goes beyond 'not being sick' (where all lab reports indicate health), to feeling optimistic, energetic, strong and happy with their bodies. Teaching them to take charge of their bodies is a job of coaching. Help them gain discipline in conditioning, nutrition and attitude/emotional control.

Good players win volleyball games for you, not tall players.