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Stanford All-American. International volleyball veteran. Now, LOVB Atlanta's leader on the court.Madi Bugg's story captures the evolution of a setter who's played the game at every level—and now brings that experience home with League One Volleyball (LOVB). In this video, we explore her path from dominating the NCAA, competing overseas, and helping build something new and exciting with LOVB.Subscribe for more athlete journeys, behind-the-scenes stories, and all things pro volleyball.

Discover how French volleyball standout Louis Sakanoko made his way to the University of Hawai‘i and became a rising star for the Rainbow Warriors. From Europe to the NCAA – this is his journey.

Emily is a former Northwestern volleyball player turned sports broadcaster based in Chicago. She is a college volleyball analyst for Big Ten Network, ESPN and FOX Sports where she called Nebraska's women's sport attendance world record-setting volleyball match in their football stadium in front of 92,003 people as well as Regional matches (round of 16 and eight) for the past two NCAA Tournaments on ESPN. She also doubles as BTN's Digital Host where she has covered five NCAA Women's Indoor Volleyball Championships, multiple CFB Playoff games, the Women's College World Series and much more!

From player to assistant coach and now head coach, Dan Meske's story is one of hard work, determination, and a deep love for the game. In this video, we dive into his volleyball roots, the lessons learned along the way, and what his vision is for the future of Louisville Volleyball. This is more than a career—this is a journey of purpose.

Join us for an exclusive interview with Holly McPeak, a 3-time Olympian and one of the greatest beach volleyball players in history. In this candid conversation, Holly shares her journey from the courts of UCLA to the Olympic stage, and how she transitioned into her role as a respected sports broadcaster. Whether you're a volleyball fan, an aspiring athlete, or just love stories of perseverance and passion, this is one you won't want to miss!– Holly's Olympic experiences (1996, 2000, 2004)– The mental and physical grind of elite volleyball– Life after sports and working in broadcasting– Advice for young athletesDon't forget to like & subscribe

From first serves to island vibes

Leadership. Legacy. Championships. Coach Craig Skinner shares the key elements of building a top-tier team and what drives him to keep winning at the highest level of college volleyball.2020 NCAA National Champion2020-21 AVCA National Coach of the Year UK all-time winningest coachEight-time SEC Champion (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020-21, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)20-straight NCAA Tournament appearances2024. 2020-21 and 2011 AVCA All-South Region Coach of the Year2024, 2023, 2020, 2021, 2018, 2017 and 2015 SEC Coach of the Year2006 USA Junior National Team Head Coach

Meet Emma BoydFrom a small town in the Yukon to representing Team Canada on the volleyball court, Emma Boyd's story is one of grit, passion, and pure determination. In this exclusive interview, Emma opens up about the challenges of playing in remote Canada, her time at Mount Royal, and what it really takes to make it to the national team.Don't miss this inspiring journey of perseverance and purpose.

Join us as we hit the sand with Amy Ozee — a standout pro beach volleyball player currently competing with Team Canada's Next Gen squad! Amy previously showcased her skills at the University of Hawaii, and now she's taking her game to the international stage. Don't miss this exclusive look at her training, gameplay, and what it takes to compete at the elite level.Like, Comment & Subscribe for more beach volleyball content!

From the beaches of Hawai‘i to the bright lights of Japan's pro volleyball scene—this is the story of Cole Hogland. A middle blocker at the University of Hawai‘i, Cole played with the Rainbow Warriors before chasing his dream overseas. In this video, we dive into his journey, the challenges of going pro abroad, and what it takes to level up from college to the international stage.

Jordan Larson's volleyball journey is nothing short of legendary. From her small-town roots in Nebraska to dominating at the University of Nebraska, she quickly became one of the best in the game. Her success didn't stop in college—she went on to have an incredible professional career, playing for top teams around the world. But what truly sets her apart is her remarkable four-time Olympic journey, culminating in a gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.In this video, we dive into how Jordan got started in volleyball, her rise to stardom in college, the impact she made in the pros, and her lasting legacy as a leader on Team USA. Whether you're a volleyball fan or just love an inspiring sports story, you won't want to miss this deep dive into the career of one of the greatest to ever play the game!#JordanLarson #Volleyball #TeamUSA #Olympics #SportsLegend

From the volleyball courts of Texas to making waves in the BIG EAST, McKenna Brand has quickly established herself as a key player for UCONN. As a freshman, she earned BIG EAST Co-Freshman of the Year, proving she's a force to be reckoned with. In this video, we dive into her journey, her transition to the college game, and what makes her such a standout athlete.

Keoni Thiim's Volleyball Journey: From UH to BYU!

Join us as Damla Gunes, a setter for Quinnipiac University's volleyball team, shares her incredible journey from playing volleyball in Turkey to competing at the NCAA level with Quinnipiac BobcatsWe dive into:

In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Jen Spicher, CEO of the Professional Volleyball Federation (PVF), to talk about her incredible journey from the business world to leading one of the most exciting new pro sports leagues in the U.S.Jen shares how her business background made her the right choice to guide the PVF, the challenges and triumphs of bringing the league to life, and how the first season came together. Plus, she gives us an inside look at the future of the PVF, what to expect in Season 2, and how the league is shaping the landscape of professional women's volleyball.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more volleyball interviews and content! Let us know in the comments, what are you most excited about for the PVF's future?#PVF #ProVolleyball #JenSpicher #Volleyball #WomensSports

Molly McCage has been a standout player from her days at the University of Texas to her time playing professionally. Now, she's making history again as part of LOVB Austin in the first-ever season of LOVB Pro Volleyball! In this exclusive interview, Molly shares:

If you follow volleyball on any of the platforms you have seen some content from @pmevolleyball  aka Christian Herr.Content creator, and volleyball player who plays setter who gained recognition for his nickname PME volleyball. He posts volleyball-related content through comedy and relatable POV videos, and volleyball vlogs. and practice tutorials. His YouTube channel has garnered over 215 million views.

All-BIG EAST Team! Meet Erin Jones from St. John's University. As a Sophomore (2023): Played in 128 sets and started in all 35 of the Red Storm's matches... Unanimous All-BIG EAST Team selection… named to the AVCA East Coast All-Region Team… tabbed as the BIG EAST Offensive Player of the Week on Oct. 16… selected to the BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll three times… led the Red Storm with 508 points, 3.97 points per set, 446 kills and 3.48 kills per set… ranked second on the team with 273 assists, 259 digs and 29 aces… compiled 56 total blocks… recorded the first triple double in program history with a career-high 22 kills and 26 points against Marquette (Oct.14)… totaled 13 double-doubles throughout the season… earned a season-high 25 assists in the team's opening game against Ole Miss (Aug. 25). As a Freshman (2022): Appeared in 63 sets across 27 matches... notched her first career double-double with 23 assists and 11 kills on Oct. 28 against Xavier... tallied two double-doubles on the season... led the team in assists (27) against Seton Hall on Nov. 2... tabbed to BIG EAST All-Academic Team... served multiple roles on the team recording double-digit totals in digs, kills and assists 11 times in nine different contests. Prior to St. John's: Two-time captain of the La Cueva High School Varsity Volleyball Team… won three consecutive state championships with the team… named to the AVCA All-American watch list… finalist for Gatorade Player of the Year… tabbed the best player in New Mexico by MaxPreps… two-time All-State First Team member… named District II Player of the Year Off The Court: Daughter of Jamie and Derrick Jones… siblings are Natalie and Allison Jones… expected major is biology.

Girls 15.1 Head Coach, NEVBC Founder​After a decorated playing career, co-founder and director Cat Dailey Minyard is passing along her volleyball expertise to the next generation of athletes in the Northeast. Cat has previously been an assistant coach for her alma mater, Yale University, as well as Amherst College. She is now the ESPN+ broadcast analyst for the Yale women's volleyball home matches. She is also a Lead Coach for Gold Medal Squared, the leaders in volleyball coaches' education and training, and has presented at the AVCA Convention on the topics of college recruiting and club management. Before founding Northeast Volleyball Club with her husband Garrett, Cat played professional volleyball in the Italian Serie A league for Volley Millenium Brescia, leading her team to a 25-7 record and winning the 2018 Italian A2 Championship. Before Italy, Cat completed her master's degree in Entrepreneurship at Durham University in the U.K., while also leading Durham to two national championships and capturing league MVP honors.​Originally from Southern California, Cat was a Top 20 college recruit nationally after competing at the highest level of club volleyball with Laguna Beach Volleyball Club. She played for Cal Berkeley for two years, including an NCAA Final Four appearance in 2007, before transferring to Yale. At Yale, Cat was the unanimous selection for the 2008 Ivy League MVP and an AVCA All-Region honoree, and she led the team to an NCAA tournament postseason win over Ohio.As a coach, Cat specializes in developing athletes with a high “volleyball IQ” who understand how the game works at the highest levels. At Northeast, Cat guides the NEVBC Directors and has served as Head Coach at the U12, U14, U15, U16, and U17 Girls levels, as well as assistant coaching in the Boys Club program. Cat is also the NEVBC Director of College Recruiting, where her goal is to find the right fit for all Northeast athletes who want to play after high school. In that role, Cat has helped over 60 NEVBC athletes go on to play in college since 2018 at all levels, from the ACC to the Patriot League to the NESCAC.

Meet Garrett Minyard, co-founder and club director, of the Northeast Volleyball Club, in Connecticut. Before starting Northeast Volleyball Club, Coach Garrett spent a year in Italy as a coach in the Italian Serie A2 league. During that time, Garrett helped Volley Millenium Brescia capture a national championship and learned the ins and outs of professional team management. Before Italy, he earned his master's degree in Human Resource Management at Durham University in the U.K., while also acting as the head coach for Team Durham Men's Volleyball. Garrett also assisted Team Durham Women's Volleyball who secured both the University and National league titles that season. Garrett is originally from Long Island and played Division I men's volleyball for Sacred Heart University, where he was named Team Captain for both the 2012 and 2013 seasons. He never stopped coaching during his college career, working at local clubs and high schools. After graduation, Garrett began coaching full time for CPAC Volleyball Club under his mentor Danny Goncalves, the now Head Coach at Division I NJIT. Garrett then took the reins as Club Director, leading the club for two very successful seasons before moving overseas. In addition to his on-court achievements, Garrett has earned significant recognition in the volleyball community. In 2019, he was named to the prestigious AVCA 30-Under-30 list, an honor awarded to rising stars in the coaching world. A year later, in 2020, he received the AVCA Innovation Award, acknowledging his forward-thinking contributions to the sport. ​ As a coach, Garrett focuses on developing young athletes into leaders on and off the court and teaching athletes how to compete at the highest levels. Always a student of the game, his technical knowledge and ability to help athletes get better is unparalleled. Garrett leads NEVBC's coaches training and curriculum development, and he also leads all practice planning for our club teams. In addition to his roles at NEVBC, Garrett is also a Head Coach for Gold Medal Squared (the leaders in volleyball coaches' education and training), and the Volunteer Assistant Coach for NJIT Men's Volleyball in Newark, NJ.

Meet Tyler Ray, The Jump Guy,! He is a Jump Technique Specialist, former Professional Dunker, and the man behind the Art of Jumping. He dives into jumping as it relates to volleyball and and his journey as an athlete and trainer. Tyler Ray aka. The Jump Guy is an esteemed professional with an extensive background in physical education and a specialization in dynamic movement, which includes the intricate art of jumping. With two decades of experience coaching athletes and students of all ages and a background as a professional dunker and track and field athlete with a 48-inch vertical, Tyler has honed his expertise in biomechanics, strength training, and kinetic performance. His innovative techniques and commitment to understanding the physics of human movement have helped countless individuals enhance their jumping abilities and overall athletic performance.

Meet Shannon Winzer, the head coach of Team Canada's women's volleyball team and a trailblazer in the sport. As the only female head coach at the elite international level, Shannon's journey is one of perseverance, passion, and breaking barriers. In this video, Shannon shares her inspiring story—from her roots as a player to leading Canada on the world stage. Discover her vision for the team, her approach to building a competitive squad, and what it takes to pave the way for future generations of female leaders in sports. Don't miss this look at one of volleyball's most influential figures!

Meet Kawika Shoji - national champion and player of the year honors, two-time Olympian earning him a bronze medal and captainship, a position on the board of USA Volleyball, 12-year professional volleyball career, and more. Kawika talks about his days playing for USA and pro along with life after being a pro. Kawika shares some great advice and some great stories from his playing days

Meet Jacy Sheldon a professional basketball player who gained recognition for her exceptional skills and contributions to the sport during her college career at Ohio State University. College Career Sheldon played for the Ohio State Buckeyes, where she became a standout guard known for her scoring, leadership, and defensive prowess. She consistently ranked among the top players on her team, contributing significantly to their success in the Big Ten Conference. Sheldon's playing style is characterized by her quickness, court vision, and ability to score in clutch moments. Achievements She has been recognized with various honors throughout her collegiate career, including All-Big Ten selections. Her performances in key games helped elevate Ohio State's status in national women's basketball rankings. Transition to Professional Basketball After completing her college career, Sheldon pursued opportunities in professional basketball, including entering the WNBA draft. Playing Style Jacy is known for her two-way game, excelling both offensively and defensively. Her versatility allows her to contribute as a scorer, playmaker, and defender. Off the Court Sheldon is often praised for her leadership and work ethic, making her a role model for young athletes.

Canadian Olympian, Professional Volleyball Player, Developmental Coach, this is Justin Lui! He is an Olympic athlete, competing with the Canadian Men's National Indoor Volleyball team and playing professionally in Czechia. He started volleyball when he was 12 years old and immediately fell in love with the sport. It was all he ever wanted to do. Throughout his club volleyball career, he played with Durham Attack Volleyball Club, before going to continue to his education and his volleyball career at Stanford University, graduating in the spring of 2023. Now, for the past three years, he has been competing with the Canadian Men's National Indoor Volleyball team, for which he recently competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Kelly Hunter, a three-time Husker All-American and two-time national champion, was promoted to assistant coach on Dec. 22, 2021. Hunter previously spent three seasons on the Husker staff as a graduate assistant (2019) and a volunteer coach (2020-21). She also served as an interim assistant coach from January to August of 2020. Overall, Hunter has spent 10 of the last 11 seasons with the Husker program as either a player (2013-17) or coach (2019-23). In those 10 seasons, Nebraska has posted a top-10 finish every year, winning two national championships, playing in four NCAA Finals and making five trips to the final four.Primarily working with Nebraska's setters, Hunter helped freshman Bergen Reilly earn Big Ten Setter of the Year and AVCA All-America Second Team honors in 2023 as the Huskers won the Big Ten title and reached the NCAA Championship match. Reilly was the first freshman to win Big Ten Setter of the Year since the award originated in 2012, and she led all Big Ten setters with 10.51 assists per set.As a volunteer coach in 2021, Hunter helped Nebraska finish as the national runner-up. The Huskers finished with a No. 2 final ranking after a memorable run to the National Championship match as the No. 10 seed. In her first season as a volunteer coach in 2020, Hunter and the Huskers had their season disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic postponed the season until the spring and despite a limited Big Ten-only schedule, the Huskers made an NCAA Regional Final. Hunter was a graduate assistant coach for the Huskers in the 2019 season following a professional playing career overseas.Hunter was named a first-team AVCA All-American, the Big Ten Setter of the Year and an All-Big Ten selection for the second time in her career following her 2017 senior season. She received numerous honors from volleyball publications, including National Player of the Year and All-America first-team honors from PrepVolleyball.com and VolleyMob.com. Hunter was also named co-Most Outstanding Player of the NCAA Championship with teammate Mikaela Foecke after the Huskers beat Florida in the national title match in 2017.The Papillion, Neb., native earned CoSIDA Academic All-District first-team accolades and was named a semifinalist for the Senior CLASS Award. She ended her career with 4,125 assists, the second-most in Husker history, and she totaled 699 career postseason assists, the highest total in school history. Hunter finished her career with a 16-1 record in the NCAA Tournament as Nebraska's starting setter, posting the most wins and highest postseason winning percentage by a starting setter in Husker history.Hunter earned her bachelor's degree in management and marketing in May 2017. She graduated with her master's degree in the arts of business administration from Nebraska in December 2019.

Vicky is an outside hitter from Jonquière, Quebec, Canada, who earned her spot on the Canadian Women's National Team at age 28. She helped Canada win two bronze medals at the NORCECA Championships and competed in three VNL tournaments. During her eight-year club career, she's won five domestic titles, three of which came with Minis Arluy VB Logroño in 2019 when she led the squad to Spanish Cup, Supercup and Liga Iberdrola championships. She was also named Best Outside Hitter of the Liga Iberdrola that season.

Meet Berkeley, who plays for the Vegas Thrill. Hear about her journey from playing college ball at Utah and then over seas in the pro legaues. Now she comes home to play in her backyard of Vegas! Oblad majored in graphic design at Utah. She is the daughter of Jeremy and Jody Oblad and has one brother and one sister. She was honored as the 2014 Nevada Gatorade Player of the Year after leading Coronado High School to its second consecutive state championship. Oblad owns a dog, a boxer named Blink, named after the band Blink-182. She mentions Ruben Herrera, a former club coach and current president of Vegas Thrill, as a mentor. In addition to volleyball, she played soccer and tennis and learned the piano while growing up. Her hobbies include reading, writing, photography, fashion, graphic design, sewing, hiking, pottery, painting, and exploring new places. She also runs a literary and art magazine with a friend called Quixotic. Other Professional Experience: Oblad made her professional debut with 1MCM Diamont Kaposvar in the Hungarian league in 2020. She played for Les Mariannes in France during the 2020-21 campaign and competed for TopSpeed in Taiwan in the 2021-22 season. In 2024, she joined the Vegas Thrill in the inaugural Pro Volleyball Federation campaign, posting a .303 hitting percentage with 145 kills, along with 38 blocks and 48 digs.

What is it like to start a division 1 NCAA volleyball program from scratch? Anders Nelson coach of Vanderbilt is in the midst of that right now! A rising star in the coaching profession and integral part of the first SEC volleyball program to win a national championship, Anders Nelson (pronounced ahn-ders) will usher in a new era of Vanderbilt volleyball as the reintroduced program's first head coach, the university announced. In April 2022, Vanderbilt announced the addition of volleyball as its 17th varsity sport. The program was originally discontinued after the 1979-80 academic year. “It is a unique honor to join the Vanderbilt family as the first head volleyball coach of this new era,” Nelson said. “From the beginning of my lifelong relationship with volleyball, I learned to value not only the thrill of competition but the opportunity to influence how young people see themselves and the world around them. “Challenging and supporting student-athletes to be their best on the court unlocks their potential off the court. To build an SEC program on those principles, in a vibrant and dynamic city, at a world-class university like Vanderbilt is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I'm grateful to Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Candice Lee for entrusting it to me. There is so much to do before 2025, and I can't wait to get started.” Most recently the associate head coach at the University of Kentucky, where he helped mentor student-athletes who won the 2020 NCAA Championship and recently extended a streak of winning at least a share of six consecutive SEC championships, Nelson will lead a Commodore program that begins play in the 2025-26 academic year.

Meet Riley Wagoner who played for the University of Hawai'i Rainbow Wahine volleyball team. Known for her athleticism, versatility, and strong work ethic, she made significant contributions to the team during her collegiate career. Key Highlights of Riley Wagoner's Volleyball Career: Position: Outside Hitter Wagoner played as an outside hitter, a position that requires both offensive and defensive skills, including spiking, blocking, and serve reception. University of Hawai'i Career: Wagoner joined the University of Hawai'i volleyball team and quickly became an essential player. The Rainbow Wahine volleyball program is known for its rich history and strong performance in NCAA women's volleyball. She was recognized for her strong hitting, defensive skills, and ability to make crucial plays in high-pressure situations. Leadership & Performance: Wagoner displayed leadership on the court and was a consistent performer, helping the Rainbow Wahine compete in the Big West Conference and in national tournaments. Over her collegiate career, she earned multiple honors, and her performance made her one of the standout players for the team. Accolades & Recognition: Throughout her time with the University of Hawai'i, Wagoner received recognition for her athletic achievements, including conference awards and honors for her standout play.

Meet Teagan DeFalco a native of Long Beach, Calif. and was a critical piece on the Lopes roster that earned the No. 7 seed in the 2022 NCAA Championships. This last season, DeFalco had wins against pairs from Stanford, California, Arizona, Arizona State, Hawaii, Tulane, Florida Atlantic, Georgia State, plus a couple of wins against the Huskies. She has 64 beach wins over her four-year career, including a 21-9 mark in 2022 primarily playing at No. 3. DeFalco also played at the No. 1 and No. 2 spots in 2021 and the No. 1 spot in 2020. DeFalco was also a standout indoor player for the Lopes, earning WAC Libero of the Year honors in 2021 and collecting over 1,800 career digs. Now her journey continues in the  @realprovb  playing for the Vegas Thrill.

NY Capital Region native on the USA Men's National Volleyball team. Raised in Glenmont, Michael Marshman's volleyball journey started as a happy accident, but it's taken him around the world, competing with some of the sport's top players. Most Notable U.S. Men's National Team debut in 2023 Pan Am Cup 2016 AVCA All-American Honorable Mention Events 2024 Volleyball Nations League Week One 2023 NORCECA Pan American Cup -5th

Meet Eve Rackham Watt Eve Rackham Watt is the head coach of the Tennessee Volunteers women's volleyball team. Since taking the helm in 2018, she has transformed the program into a competitive force within the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Known for her strategic acumen, strong leadership, and ability to develop talent, Rackham Watt has led the team to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances. Her coaching style emphasizes a blend of disciplined play, teamwork, and resilience, which has earned her respect both on and off the court. Under her guidance, Tennessee volleyball has seen significant growth, consistently competing at a high level and setting new standards for success within the program.

Meet Jill Gillen, a Stilwell, Kansas native, is a highly skilled volleyball player that will be playing her second season with the Columbus Fury in the Pro Volleyball Federation. At the University of Arkansas, Jill was awarded several accolades including being selected to the SEC All-Selection team, SEC All-Freshman team, and Preseason All-SEC team, along with shattering program records. As a standout force on the court, Jill Gillen has become a beacon of inspiration as she stands at just 5'7” and has proved herself to be one of the best outside hitters in the PVF. Outside Hitter, 5'7 Hometown: Stilwell, Kansas Former Teams: University of Arkansas College Experience SEC All-Freshman Team selection Three-time AVCA All-South Region Team Selection Three-time All-SEC Team Selection High School/Club Experience A two-time conference champion at The Barstow School Gillen was named MVP, All-Conference, and All-District all four years in high school. Named Conference Player of the Year and selected to the All-Star Team her senior year.

Fresh off of his 4th Olympics in Paris, a Bronze Medal in his pocket here is Team USA Matt Anderson's volleyball journey. From upstate NY, to @pennstate and now after many years with TEAM USA along with almost a decade of playing overseas here is Matt's journey Member of U.S. Men's National Team since 2008 Has been U.S. Men's leading scorer every season since 2011 Six-time USAV Male Indoor Player of the Year (2012-15, 2018-19) Moved from left-side hitter to opposite (right side) in 2013...started at opposite the majority of the time since Played for Russia's Zenit Kazan each winter from 2012-18...has jersey hung from the rafters of their arena Has also played professionally in Korea, Italy, China and Türkiye Left Penn State following junior season to play professionally with Korea's Hyundai Capital Skywalkers Led Penn State to NCAA Men's Championship in 2008; AVCA Co-Player of the Year Represented U.S. on Men's Junior National Team in 2006-07, U.S. Boys Youth National Team in 2005 Joined USAV pipeline in 2004

Meet  @masonsbriggs  libero for Team USA He was raised in Valencia, CA, with his parents, Steve & Dina, and two older brothers, Trevor and Tanner. Recently graduated from Long Beach State University where he was a member of the men's volleyball team and earning a degree in Business Finance with a minor in Consumer Affairs. https://masonbriggsbrand.com/ Made senior national team debut at 2021 NORCECA Continental Championship 2022 First-Team All-American; second team in 2020; honorable mention in 2021le mention in 2021 2021 Men's Collegiate National Training Team 2020 Men's Junior National Training Team 2018 and 2019 Boys Youth National Team 2017 USAV Indoor High Performance A1 Select National Training Team Program 2016 USAV Indoor High Performance A1 National Training Team 2014 USAV Indoor High Performance A1 Select National Training Team 2013 USAV Indoor High Performance A1 Future Select Camp Meet  @masonsbriggs  libero for Team USA He was raised in Valencia, CA, with his parents, Steve & Dina, and two older brothers, Trevor and Tanner. Recently graduated fromLong Beach State University where he was a member of the men's volleyball team and earning a degree in Business Finance with a minor in Consumer Affairs. https://masonbriggsbrand.com/ Made senior national team debut at 2021 NORCECA Continental Championship 2022 First-Team All-American; second team in 2020; honorable mention in 2021le mention in 2021 2021 Men's Collegiate National Training Team 2020 Men's Junior National Training Team 2018 and 2019 Boys Youth National Team 2017 USAV Indoor High Performance A1 Select National Training Team Program 2016 USAV Indoor High Performance A1 National Training Team 2014 USAV Indoor High Performance A1 Select National Training Team 2013 USAV Indoor High Performance A1 Future Select Camp

Meet Malia Shoji, head coach of  @UNLVAthletics  Volleyball team Malia Shoji was named the eighth head coach in UNLV volleyball history on January 4, 2023. Shoji comes to Las Vegas after having spent the last eight seasons overall with the Utah volleyball program and the last five as its associate head coach. She helped the Utes qualify for six-straight NCAA Tournament appearances, including two Sweet 16's and three consecutive third-place finishes in the Pac-12 Conference.

Meet  @gocreighton  volleyball head coach Kirsten Bernthal Booth. She shares her amazing journey to Creighton and offers some amazing insight on how she built a successful volleyball program in the Big East. Three-time National Coach of the Year Kirsten Bernthal Booth continues to lead one of the nation's best programs at Creighton. Her influence on the sport has never been more prominent, as she's currently the President of the American Volleyball Coaches Association and is one of 17 members on the AVCA's Board of Directors. Booth has steadily built a program that has appeared in the AVCA's Top 25 poll each of the last 12 years. CU has reached 13 of the last 14 NCAA Tournaments and earned six national seeds, including a 2016 postseason run to the Elite Eight, Sweet Sixteen trips in 2015, 2016 and 2023, and an unprecedented 10 straight BIG EAST regular-season titles. Since the start of 2014, CU is 176-13 against league foes. Last year's team battled a myriad of injuries to finish 29-5, won five different tournaments, and boasted a pair of Academic All-Americans in Kendra Wait and Kiana Schmitt. Wait was named BIG EAST Player of the Year and Setter of the Year, while Schmitt claimed MVP honors at the BIG EAST Tournament. CU finished a perfect 15-0 at home, including 3-0 sweeps over Colgate and Minnesota en route to a return to the Sweet 16.

Meet Hardworking American Libero (USA National Team) Norceca Continental Championship Gold Medal ~ Austrian Cup Champion & Austrian League Champion, Tim McIntosh. Originally from Florida, played at Sacred Heart in Connecticut, coached at North East Volleyball club in CT prior to going overseas to play professionally U.S. Men's National Team debut in 2023 Pan Am Cup 2020 U.S. Men's Collegiate National Team Spent two years at Alderson Broaddus before Sacred Heart Played professionally in Austria and with Northeast Force in the VLA

Meet Steve Wasik, CEO of VKTRY Gear and hear the story behind the insole! VKTRY Performance Insoles are the first-ever high-performance athlete insoles designed to return the energy an athlete generates as explosive power, speed and agility. Its patented carbon-fiber design is scientifically proven to help athletes of all ability levels to run faster and jump higher, while helping in injury prevention and recovery. RUN FASTER. JUMP HIGHER. TRAIN SMARTER.

Meet Matt Ulmer here his volleyball journey along with coaching advice and advice for young players! Through seven seasons as head coach of the Oregon volleyball program, Matt Ulmer has led the Ducks to six NCAA Tournament appearances including runs to the Elite 8 in 2018, 2022 and 2023, and an additional trip to the Sweet 16 during the 2021 spring season. Ulmer is 142-69 overall (.673 winning percentage) with an 88-50 record in Pac-12 play.

Meet Caylee Parker former student athlete from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor's of Science in Allied Health Sciences. Volleyball started for CP in Canada where she ended up playing for the Canadian Jr National Team before playing at UCONN. After UCONN CP played professionally in Greece and Turkey.

Meet Amber Igiede, a professional volleyball player that just wrapped up her first pro season in Italy. Amber stopped by the podcast to share her journey from starting to play volleyball in Louisiana. From there she landed at University of Hawaii and talks about that amazing experience. @hawaiiathletics

Meet Jojo Persico, caoch of the St John's volleyball team for the last 20 years! Jojo shares her amazing, inciteful volleyball journey. A St. Francis Prep High School graduate and volleyball standout at the Queens school, Persico was selected as an inaugural member of the Catholic High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame in 1991. In 2004, she was inducted into her third New York State Hall of Fame, the St. Francis Prep High School Hall of Fame, which also includes former New York Yankees manager Joe Torre and NFL coaching legend Vince Lombardi. She was awarded a seat on the St. Francis Prep Board of Trustees and served as President of the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) for Brooklyn and Queens from 2007-09. In 2013, she was selected as an inaugural member of the St. Francis Prep Ring of Honor Award. Located in Queens, St. Francis Prep is the largest private catholic high school in the country. In 2014, Persico was inducted into the St. Francis Prep Inaugural Ring Of Honor. Still active on the court today, Persico also competed in the U.S. Volleyball Nationals in 2009, the top level of open volleyball in the country, teaming up with former Olympians and AVCA All-Americans, as well as standout NCAA student-athletes, on the Exterminators Volleyball Club. She is a 30-year veteran and one of the most decorated players in Empire State Games history. In 2008, the New York City women's team became the first team in the open division to win five consecutive gold medals, as it defeated Long Island in a one-set playoff, 25-17. Persico led teams to the gold medal in 1998 and 2004-08, the silver in 2002-03 and the bronze medal in 1999.

Meet @hawaiiathletics Men's volleyball player, Guilherme Voss. He share his story how he came to Hawaii and his time playing for the Rainbow Warriors Born Guilherme Voss Messias dos Santos in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Played beach volleyball at 10 and transitioned to indoor volleyball at 14 Lived in Sugarland, Texas from 2006-10 Has one older brother Parents are Luiz Santos and Denise Carvalho of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil National Team: Played for the Brazil Junior National team from 2016-19 Helped Brazil to a third place finish at the U21 World Championship and was selected as the Best Middle Blocker Also led Brazil to a title at the U21 South American Championship Prep: A 2017 graduate of Colegio Teresiano in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Played club volleyball for C.R. Flamengo from 2014-17 and SADA Cruzeiro in 2018 Helped C.R. Flamengo to the National Championship from 2015-17 and earned Best Hitter in 2015 and '16 Received offers from BYU, UC Irvine, NJIT, and British Columbia

Meet Cody Kessel Team USA and professional volleyball athlete. 8 seasons abroad in the Swiss and German professional leagues. German Champion 2021, 2022, 2023. German Cup 2020, 2023. Volleyball Nations League 2nd Place 2022 with U.S Men's National Team. 2022 World Championships. Olympic hopeful. Volleyball coach with extensive domestic and international experience. Sharing my journey and all the best lessons learned with you as I go. New book at: https://codykessel11.gumroad.com/l/co... Free newsletter and blog at: https://codykessel.substack.com/

Meet Shainah Joseph a member of Team Canada women's volleyball team. She shares her volleyball journey from Ottawa to the college days as a Florida Gator and then over seas to play pro. This past season she was a part of PVF's Orlando Valkryies. Pro Career Joseph has played for VC Maritza in Bulgaria (2017–18), Top Speed in Taipei (18–19), Sta. Lucia Lady Realtors in the Philippines (2019–20), Ageo Medics in Japan (2020–21), Vandœuvre Nancy Volley-Ball in France (2021–22), and Marcq-en-Barœul Volley Club in France (2022–23). Beginning in 2023, she played for the Orlando Valkyries in the United States. Team Canada Joseph was selected to play for the Canadian Junior National Women's Volleyball team in 2012, then played for the women's national team from 2015 to 2017. All three years, she competed in the Women's Pan-American Volleyball Cup. She also competed in the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix in 2016 and 2018. In 2023, she competed at the FIVB Volleyball Women's Olympic Qualification Tournaments, where Canada came in third, just short of qualifying for the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Experience the excitement of UConn Volleyball with this exclusive video featuring Doga Kutlu and Emma Werkmeister. Follow along as we explore their journey from different corners of the world to the courts of UConn. Learn about their training regimen, game-day rituals, and the friendships they've forged along the way. Join us for an intimate look at the lives of two talented athletes as they chase their dreams and leave their mark on the volleyball world

Born in San Diego, Calif. Intends to major in business marketing and entrepreneurship Has two sisters Older sister Cambria played volleyball and track and field for Air Force Parents are Craig and Melinda Galloway of San Diego, Calif. AVCA All-America honorable mention All-Big West first team Started 30 of 31 matches played Finished third on the team in kills per set (2.48), hitting at a .305 clip Also finished with 1.46 digs per set and 0.64 blocks per set and served 14 aces Posted a double-double with 11 kills and career-high 12 digs vs. Penn State in the NCAA Tournament semifinals (May 5) Recorded double-digit kills in 11 matches Season-high 14 kills in season-opener against Ball State (Jan. 12) Averaged 3.00 kills per set, hitting .389 in Big West play

Ohio State Volleyball player Jacob Pasteur, he shares his great volleyball journey from Maryland to OSU and the National Team. He also talks about cracking 80 mph with his serve! AVCA First Team All-American (2023) MIVA Player of the Year (2023) Ohio State Scholar Athlete (2022, 2023) First Team All-MIVA (2022, 2023) USA Volleyball Nations League Team (2022) MIVA Academic All-Conference (2022) Academic All-Big Ten (2022) MIVA All-Tournament Team (2023) Preseason All-MIVA (2023, 2024)