We came-- we saw-- we took home the SILVER BALL!!! :) WE CAN- WE DID! :)
April 2024
Down 14-9 in the tie breaking set -we battled back to take home the CHAMPIONSHIP!!! March 2024
That boy's baseball team didn't stand a chance!
April 2024
Area 5 Tribe
We believe that exceptional athletes are built from the inside out. My philosophy is a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to coaching, balancing the emotional, physical, mental, social, and technical aspects of an athlete's development.
To be clear, I prioritize not just the skills needed to play volleyball, but the overall well-being and growth of a player. This holistic approach fosters a strong, cohesive team environment where players can thrive on and off the court.
My philosophy is rooted in five interconnected areas that define our approach to excellence. Heart, Body, Mind, Team, and Craft
Members of the Area 5 Tribe recognize that the heart of a competitor is as important as their skill. We strive to help you navigate the highs and lows of competition, building resilience and emotional intelligence. Understanding neuroscience and managing your emotions is crucial to your growth as an athlete and an individual. Together, we will create a foundation of mental and emotional strength that will support you through the pursuit of competition in sports and life.
Your body is your most valuable asset, and we are committed to helping you care for it. The performance demand you want from your body is like a car- If you want to go fast- you need gas, good tires, and solid mechanical conditioning. At Area 5 Tribe we emphasize the importance of physical training, injury prevention, and overall health. We will work together to optimize your physical abilities, ensuring that you are always prepared to perform at your best. Through focused training, recovery, and health education, we will protect and enhance your body’s capabilities, empowering you to push your limits safely and effectively.
Success on the court starts with a strong and agile mind. At Area 5 Tribe, we cultivate mental dexterity, teaching you how to observe, acknowledge, and act with a competitive spirit. Our goal is to develop your mental agility so that you can fully engage in the game and in life. We will work on sharpening your knowledge and focus while enhancing your decision-making skills, and fostering a mindset that embraces competition and struggle as opportunities for growth. The power of a disciplined and adaptable mind is a cornerstone of our training.
Inside Area 5 Tribe, the team is more than just a group of players—it's a family. We believe in the power of a united team that celebrates victories together, and support one another through struggles. Understanding your role within the team and valuing the contributions of others is essential to our success. Here, we build an authentic team where no one stands alone, and every player is integral to our collective achievements. Together, we form a tribe that not simply competing on the court together- but is competing in sport, school, and life together!
We are dedicated to mastering the craft of volleyball. Technical skill and game intelligence are the hallmarks of a true athlete. At the Area 5 Tribe, we focus on refining your skills to your personal highest level. We MAKE SURE you know what to do, as well as the when and how to do it. We will elevate your volleyball IQ, and the technical instruction necessary so you can execute with excellence and instinct on the court. Mastery of your craft is the ultimate expression of your dedication and hard work.
If you are ready to commit to a journey that will challenge you, shape you, and elevate you as an athlete and as a person, then the Area 5 Tribe is where you belong. Here, we train with heart, body, mind, team, and craft—all working together to create champions and build a legacy of excellence, that goes beyond the game and leaves a lasting impact on your life in every sense of the word. Come be part of the TRIBE and let’s rise together!
YOU CAN and TOGETHER WE WILL... Welcome to the tribe!
I run a 2.5 day 9 hour training camp for your high school team. I have ONE opening remaining. Contact me at jbanske@icloud.com
I am a Camp Coach for the skills and TEAM CAMP again this season. I know their camps fill up FAST... Register at this link
http://uwcamps.com/sport.aspx?id=6
Excited to Add another Division 1 local TOP 25 team to my Camp list. Come join me and the MU staff on the court in Milwaukee. https://www.marquettevolleyballcamps.com/college-prep-camps.cfm
My Waukesha Fusion Volleyball will offer a summer camp for ages 8 to 16. We will be splitting the ages from Tots (8-10) middle school ages 10-13 and the final group of 14-16. Players and their familes can learn more and register at www.waukeshavolleyball.com
I had such a fantastic time coaching the Varsity team from Monona Grove High School. The UW Badgers, Coaches and staff were awesome to work for. MGVB had a GREAT 2023 Season. Changes made at the camp resulted in top Conference honors for players !
We ROCKED it at the Wisconsin, Badger Region Championships. We took home the GOLD in the GOLD BRACKET!
IN 2020 Waukesha Fusion Volleyball was born. We merged the North and South high school campuses. in ONLY our 3rd year we won our conference for the first time since 1992 AND Sectional Champions (last time 2001- I was also the coach then ha) Finished 5th @ State
What an honor to have received the American Volleyball Coaches Association National Club Coach of the Year for the 14u age group!
Was honored to meet with the GREATEST OF ALL TIME (GOAT) Karch Kiraly. Listened to him talk about Volleyball and soaked in all that I could! Learning from the best !
The basics & the advantages & the downside
Listen. DO- PURSUING...ATTACKING...DEFENDING
In this video Karch demonstrates EXACTLY the method I am instructing you on :)
Listen. DO- PURSUING...ATTACKING...DEFENDING
Dont be afraid to COMPETE--when you are in the right place and the ball is in the right space
Video breakdown of Set#5
Listen closely - Claire provides an awesome nugget of knowledge
NCAA postgame interview excerpt
A great example of how the middle attacker draws the block
Watch as Outside Hitters Claire and Anna transition from passer defender to become ATTACKER
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