with Rob Gray, Ph.D.;
Arizona State University - Associate Professor, Human Systems Engineering -The Polytechnic School &
Associate Professor - Global Sport Institute Affiliated Faculty;
Skill Acquisition Specialist with the Boston Red Sox;
Author of several books, including: “How We Learn to Move: A Revolution in the Way We Coach & Practice Sports Skills” and “Learning to Optimize Movement: Harnessing the Power of the Athlete-Environment Relationship”
Founder and Host of the “Perception & Action” podcast
Since 2001 Gray has been at Arizona State University. Gray’s research focuses on perceptual-motor control with a particular emphasis on the demanding actions involved in sports (in addition to aviation and driving). His goal is to conduct basic research that can be applied towards the improvement of training, simulation, accident prevention and human-machine interface development within these contexts. In 2007 he was awarded the Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contribution to Psychology from the American Psychological Association and the Earl Alluisi Award for Early Career Achievement in the Field of Applied Experimental & Engineering Psychology.
Elevate Your Coaching with a Modern Approach to Skill Development!
Coaching volleyball isn’t just about running drills—it’s about designing effective, game-transferable training that helps athletes develop skills faster and perform better under pressure. In this groundbreaking video, you’ll learn how to rethink skill acquisition, challenge traditional coaching assumptions, and apply research-backed methods to enhance learning in your gym.
Led by Arizona State’s Rob Gray, the preeminent expert in motor learning and skill development, this video will give you a fresh perspective on practice design, helping you:
- Make drills more game-like by understanding how skill acquisition research directly applies to volleyball.
- Engage athletes in their learning by moving beyond the outdated idea that coaches must have all the answers.
- Leverage movement variability to create adaptable, game-ready players.
- Use constraints-led coaching to shape player decisions and maximize learning effectiveness.
- Master verbal cues and feedback strategies that accelerate player development.
From practice structure and skill acquisition theories to effective feedback and communication, this video will equip you with practical tools to enhance player performance and maximize practice time. Learn how to create smarter, more adaptable athletes by embracing a modern coaching approach—watch now!
127 minutes. 2025.
