There's no secret that Ai is taking the world by storm but did you know we can use it to help us with volleyball? AI can not only save you time as a coach but can help you be more efficient with your team. In this episode we talk about: AI Video in Volleyball How AI can help you plan practices Obtaining information at the fastest rate Allow you more opportunity to learn Strategies on using AI for your team And a few more key concepts Click here to join Digital Volleyball Academy or visit

Are you tired of being told to “just rest” every time pain shows up in your shoulder, knee, or Achilles? In this episode, Dr. Houston Anderson (@andersonperformancerehab) exposes the myth of overuse injuries and explains why the traditional model of injury rehab is outdated—and often flat-out wrong. You'll hear: The real reason rest doesn’t solve chronic painWhy “overuse” is an easy diagnosis but a lazy explanationHow Dr. Anderson went from nearly career-ending jumper’s knee to dunking again ...

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I talk with Louisville Associate HC Todd Chamberlain about many topics in his career at Louisville from: Talent evaluating, to building their culture, treating people the right way, locking down hometown recruits from Day 1, all coaches having valuable say and knowing who they could get and who they couldn't. He talks about the early years of building to get a step better and how they struggled to fill their 1000 seat arena in the first year, but they invited anyone who wanted to be a Louisvi...

Joey is thriving, but Sean is barely hanging on thanks to a bug that has conquered him. Nevertheless, we're powering through.Joey recaps his visit to Frisco, Texas, known as Sports City USA—and wouldn't you know it, it has a bunch of fun video game stuff, too! We're waxing nostalgic about The Oregon Trail and Pokemon Stadium. Plus, the introduction of a new Sean segment! What a time. And here's that Adrian Beltre and the Texas Rangers dressed as cowboys:

Join Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner as they dive deep into beach volleyball attack strategy and shot selection. Fresh off Brandon's coaching success at the AVP League, the duo breaks down how to choose the right attacks, diversify your offensive arsenal, maximize your hitting percentage, and how to avoid being too predictable on the court. They also recap their experiences at the AVP League, sharing behind-the-scenes coaching insights. They break down key plays, mental strategies, and

Send us a text In this episode of Triple Blockheads, Makani, Frank, and Marc discuss the complexities of sports specialization versus being a multi-sport athlete, with a focus on volleyball. They delve into how the debate often begins in the club space, the importance of supporting multi-sport athletes in smaller communities, and how recruiting processes can be influenced by a player's multi-sport background. Frank shares insights from his experience as a club director, emphasizing the commun...

As a coach, would you choose a player with a small role on a winning team, or take a player with a big role on a losing team? University of Pittsburgh Head Volleyball Coach Dan Fisher has built a VERY successful career out of recruiting players from all types of backgrounds. He tells Janice about his methods and philosophies when it comes to standing out in an extremely competitive field.Also, discover the superstitious habit Coach Fisher got hooked on after leading his team on an incredible win

Indiana Tech athlete Zoe Kertesz joins us on the pod today to tell us about her recruiting journey from being cut from her high school volleyball team to earning a spot on a college roster! Zoe shares her story of resiliency, love of the game, importance of family, and walking your own path.Connect with Zoe on Instagram here, and on TikTok here.

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In this episode of The Volley Pod, Tod and Davis discuss their recent success at USAV Nationals, sharing insights on coaching strategies, skill development, and team culture. They explore effective drills, game strategies, and the importance of building a supportive team environment. The conversation also highlights lessons learned from the championship experience and future goals for continuous improvement in coaching.TakeawaysThe journey to nationals was filled with tough matches and

Curious who is presenting at this year's clinic? Wondering what they are going to talk about? Join Greg Ueland (Roseville) and Darin Swenson (Litchfield) as they preview this year's schedule!

Ashley Emery is the head coach of Missouri State Beach Volleyball, where she’s quickly built a competitive and record-setting program since taking over in 2022. Under her leadership, the Bears posted a historic 26-win season in 2024 and earned back-to-back Conference USA postseason appearances. A former collegiate standout at Southwest Baptist and experienced coach at the high school and college levels, Emery brings a player-first approach and a proven ability to develop both talent and culture on

You can have the skills, the highlight film, and the emails — but if your mindset isn’t right, none of it sticks. In this powerful conversation, Susan brings on Desi, a certified mindset and performance coach and former college middle blocker, to break down what most athletes miss about confidence, handling disappointment, and navigating the mental side of recruiting. They talk about why burying your emotions backfires, how to actually process disappointment (instead of pretending it’s fine),...

In this episode, Victoria sit's down with Mike Griffin, founder of Bad Boys Open Volleyball Events, to talk all things grass volleyball. Mike dives into the details behind the OC Crown, a premier grass tournament in Huntington Beach, and shares what it takes to direct massive events like the Seaside Open, featuring over 200 courts. From logistics to community building, Mike explains what makes his tournaments stand out—and how he's helping bring the grass volleyball movement to the West Coast...

What’s up, everyone — and yes, we’re coming in hot off a championship win at Waupaca Boatride, taking home the title in the BBB Coed Division! 🏆 In this episode, we’re recapping all the action from the largest grass volleyball tournament in the world — the matches, the madness, and what makes Waupaca such a legendary event.Then we dive into something every player and parent needs to hear: tryouts for the 2026 season. We’re breaking down how to prepare, what coaches are really looking for, and how

In Episode 29, Season 2 of the podcast kicks continues with another episode from "The Owner's Box." (aka Chuck's Kitchen Table) Segment 1 begins with a discussion of what TNT is doing to prepare for the upcoming tryouts. Chuck and Brian discuss open gyms, TNT's commitment to honoring the tryout and USAV rules by NOT extending early offers, and the rumor of "Secret Tryouts".  Chuck adds his personal feelings about the changing landscape of club volleyball and tryouts, and how TNT has had to make

From Hawaii to France — Joe Worsley's Volleyball Journey 🌍Joe Worsley, former standout setter for the University of Hawai'i, has taken his game to the professional level in France. In this video, we dive into Joe’s journey — from growing up in a volleyball family, playing at UH, and now thriving overseas. He’s also one of the creative minds behind Out of System, helping grow the game in a unique way.Don’t miss this inspiring volleyball story!

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Kent Steffes.Buckle up. Steffes is one of the greatest beach volleyball players of all time, an Olympic gold medalist in 1996 who would win nearly half of the events he played. He has since gone on to become a prolific writer, author, podcaster, and, now, documentarian. He has opinions on the sport, and sports in general, and we get into all of them, including: Why Steffes does not believe the AVP League will