Coach Dave Shondell and host Cory Palm talk about a tough trip to the Pacific Northwest and preview a vital home weekend with matches against USC and Illinois in Holloway Gymnasium. #BoilerUp

What if developing your entire roster actually gives you a better chance of winning? In this episode, Michelle sits down with Fernie volleyball coach Andrea Reed to talk about coaching philosophy, playing time, athlete development and why building depth matters. They explore the value of getting athletes meaningful game experience, developing players in multiple positions, communicating clearly about roles, and finding ways for every athlete to contribute—even when they aren’t part of the

Carla and Leanne dive into the world of netball pathways, from county and club netball through to NPL, Next Gen and NSL. They’re joined by Halee, who shares her experience of playing in London Pulse’s Next Gen programme, missing out on a new contract after ageing out and the challenges that come with trying to find your next opportunity.They also discuss the cost and accessibility of pathways, the value of National Prem and alternative routes to elite netball. Plus, there’s plenty of

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Triple Block Heads volleyball podcast, Makani, Frank, and Marc discuss their personal preferences for building an effective gym/court culture across different settings (club, college, camps). They debate when music helps (warmups, skill reps) versus hurts (six-on-six communication, feedback, video review), emphasizing volume control and team-made playlists. They cover whistle use for serve initiation to simulate match routines, preferring electronic whi...

In this episode, we welcome U.S. Women's National Team middle blocker Molly McCage to the show (0:51 - 57:03). We catch up with Molly ahead of her third season with LOVB Austin. Molly reflects on the last two seasons playing on the national team and describes a day in her life while training. She talks about how she was introduced to the game, her short-lived retirement, her pro career overseas and in the U.S. and so much more. Text us!

Coach Dave Shondell joins host Cory Palm to talk about the beginning of Big Ten play, how the conference looks right now and the trip to the Pacific Northwest to take on Washington and Oregon. #BoilerUp

“I don’t have time.” But is time really the problem—or is learning how to manage it part of growing up? In this episode, Sara and Michelle tackle accountability, time management and the temptation we have as parents to make life easier for our kids. From balancing academics, jobs and competitive sport to managing phones, friendships and other distractions, they explore how young athletes can learn to prioritize what matters, use their time effectively and follow through on the commitments

Derek Bradford is betting on himself and going all in on beach volleyball. The rising Team USA athlete joins GRIT to share his journey from leaving the University of Hawai‘i men’s indoor volleyball program after his freshman year to pursuing a professional career on the sand. That decision is already paying off. Derek has qualified for and competed in the AVP League this season while also testing himself internationally on the FIVB Beach Pro Tour, including Elite16 competition. In this epi...

“In this episode of On the Luce, host Chris Wood talks to Coach Luce about the SV volleyball team’s hot streak, including wins at the Greencastle Invitational as well as knocking off some conference rivals.  You will also hear from the three seniors on the team, Bailey Scott, Andra Skinner, and Olivia Thomas.SouthVermillion High School Volleyball!

On this episode we talk about upcoming sports, and our future lives. after college.

Join us as Cassidy Lichtman shares her incredible volleyball journey, overcoming chronic pain, playing internationally, and her vision for the future of women's volleyball in the US. Discover insights on training, youth development, and leadership in sports. Cassidy Lichtman's volleyball career and achievements Dealing with chronic pain and resilience The growth and future of women's volleyball in the US Youth sports training and development strategies Leadership and governance in sports org...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and across the country, we’ll see pink all over the volleyball courts, from neon ribbons and matching socks to fully decked-out arenas. But behind the sea of pink jerseys lies an extraordinary story of hope, science, and a sport banding together to change lives.In this special episode of the Side Out Society Podcast, Lindsay opens up about her personal journey as a breast cancer survivor and how critical funding shaped her future and family. Then, Tiff and

The MLB playoffs are upon us! Can Sean name all 12 teams participating in this year's postseason? We're also diving into some cute on-field moments, some hilariously juvenile celebrations, and some silly penalties that perhaps swung games. Plus, Joey runs the Run the Runway 5k on at the Corpus Christi International Airport, and the Cowboys also somehow lost against the Ravens in regulation after tying the game with seven seconds left. Sean vows to quit football. We'll see how long it

Senior Night is upon us at NBTHS, and the Lady Raiders look to take down Carteret for the second time this season. We honor the seniors on the roster before tonight's game:Leilani JacksonWandy MartinezDaysha FelizAubrey RodriguezElise CrespoNayana Anand

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the first week of NCAA Women's conference play. The Big 12 and Big 10 were all over the place, while the SEC delivered some really fun matches to watch!Adam tests Sarah's viewer IQ, comparing her intuition to what is actually happening statistically. Tunisia and Poland qualify for LA 2028.If you want to participate in our NCAA Fantasy League, be sure to sign up for free at playvoli.com/volleytalk. Late entries join with the average score, so it is never too

We’re back on the mics after a four-week break! In Episode 16, we shake off the rust and catch up on everything happening in our lives—from summer wrap-ups to jumping right back into the swing of things.Once we settle in, we dive straight into the action:The Life Update: Where we’ve been, what we've been up to during our time away, and how we're transitioning into the fall routine.New Rule Changes: A look at the latest rule updates and how they are already changing the strategic landscape on the

Most coaches pick their starting rotation the same way every match: setter serves first, best hitter up front, and go. But your starting rotation quietly decides which rotations get extra turns in close sets, and that can be the difference between winning and losing.In this episode, I break down how to analyze your rotation data and build a strategy to improve your sideout and breakpoint percentages. We dive into: The three default rotation strategies most coaches use, and why they might be

There’s plenty happening around college volleyball this week and some of the biggest conversations have very little to do with wins and losses.Our hosts Amie Just and Erin Sorensen break down the disturbing allegations that preceded Tony Graystone’s dismissal at Texas Tech, Stanford’s exhausting ACC travel schedule and what it says about the realities of conference realignment, and the AVCA’s new spring volleyball event (including a fair question from listeners about where the men’s game

Jess Walton and Liam Killey join Carla and Leanne to talk about their very different routes to the highest levels of men’s and mixed netball. Jess shares how she went from social netball to representing England, while Liam explains his transition from basketball to the Australian Kelpies.They discuss pathways, training, playing in Australia and England, the growth of men’s and mixed netball, and what it was like sharing the court at Nationals. Plus, we get the full story of their

In this episode of On the Luce, host Chris Wood speaks with Coach Luce about last week’s three game run, including wins over West Vigo and Riverton Parke, as well as a look forward to the upcoming tournament.  You’ll also hear from players Kaya Kelley and Olivia Major. Go Wildcats!South Vermillion High School Girls Volleyball!