Ryan Brown

How long have you been coaching volleyball, and what inspired you to get started?

Currently in my 22nd year of coaching. 12th year of coaching volleyball. Started off coaching boys football and basketball. Started playing volleyball in 2007, fell in love with the game, so transitioned to coaching girls

What do you enjoy or look forward to about coaching for Alpha?

I’ve always had interest in coaching for alpha, as several of my former players played for alpha. I look forward to working with kids near my community

How do you approach developing athletes both on and off the court?

Hard work, dedication. Always a believer that “I can give more”

What can athletes and their families expect when they join your team in terms of development and growth?

Families can expect passion. I am very passionate about coaching, even more so about teaching our youth. I’m tough, I’m strict, I care! I’m a firm believer in fundamentals. I plan to develop our athletes on both the defensive and attacking side of the court.

What’s your favorite drill or coaching technique, and why do you love using it?

Queens . Queens gives athletes the opportunity to work on all aspects of the game, while having to cover more court with fewer players.

What’s one piece of advice you’ve received as an athlete or coach that you still carry with you today?

Individual advice: Good, better, best.. don’t rest, until your good, is better than your best

Team advice: WE > ME