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Growing the Game with Intention

  • Expanding access and entry points for young athletes
  • Building confident coaches through education and mentoring
  • Creating clear pathways from learning to competition

A Kidz-Centered Youth Volleyball Model for Club Leaders

2026 May 12-13 | Dallas, Texas

Ruth N. Nelson | 5X Hall of Fame Honoree

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Start Here

  • Fueled by LOVE
  • Driven by PASSION
  • Powered by FUN

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The Challenge

  • Late entry into volleyball
  • Untrained beginner coaches
  • Early burnout and dropout
  • No structured youth pathway

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The Shift

  • Access first
  • Joy and engagement
  • Age-appropriate learning
  • Confidence before competition

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Kidz-Centered Model

  • Access
  • Fun
  • Learning
  • Confidence

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Mentoring Matters

  • Coaches need guidance
  • Observation and feedback
  • Builds confidence and consistency

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Social Media Impact

  • Kids learn from it first
  • Highlights over fundamentals
  • Unrealistic expectations

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How Kids Learn

  • Through movement, not just instruction
  • By doing, repeating, and experiencing success
  • In a fun, engaging, and active environment
  • With simple cues and clear feedback

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Start → Learn → Play

  • Start: Access
  • Learn: Skills
  • Play: Application

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Bridging the Gap

  • Teaching
  • Training
  • Playing
  • Competing

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Coach Education Pathway

  • Level 1: Entry
  • Level 2: Development
  • Level 3: Pathway
  • Level 4: Club Integration

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Club Impact

  • Player retention
  • Coach retention
  • Club culture
  • Growth

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Kidz First

When we get it right … kids learn, move, and enjoy the game

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Final Message

  • Build the process with intention
  • Develop confidence at every step
  • Create a love for the game that lasts

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Ruth N. Nelson�Contact

Email: info@brvc.com

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Social Media:

@rnnsportsgym • @ruthipedia

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Youtube:

@RuthNelson-e1g

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