How to PROTECT Athletes from Injury | Common Volleyball Injuries & Prevention Tips w/ Aaron Brock

Volleyball coaches need a broad understanding of the common injuries within the sport and how to protect athletes. Aaron Brock, USA Volleyball’s Director of Sport Medicine and Performance, provides coaches with an overview of the types of injuries most commonly seen in the sport, ways to assist athletes in building a tolerance for their training load, and ways to alter practice to protect athletes. Brock finishes by emphasizing the importance of creating an approachable climate where athletes can openly communicate injury issues with the coach. 0:00 — Introduction with Lauren Walker and Aaron Brock 0:25 — Common Acute and Overuse Injuries in Volleyball 1:20 — Knee, Shoulder, and Back Injuries Explained 2:40 — Overuse vs. Acute Injury Patterns 3:30 — Load Management and Strength Balance in Youth Athletes 5:00 — Building Resiliency Through Performance Training 7:15 — Practical Strength and Movement for Coaches Without Trainers 10:00 — Protecting Big Jumpers and Managing Jump Load 13:00 — Warm-Up, Communication, and Athlete Well-Being 20:30 — Key Takeaways for Injury Prevention and Long-Term Health