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The Ace Space is a volleyball podcast presented by the CEV that brings the top players, coaches, commentators and analysts in European volleyball together for conversations about sport and life off the court. Stay tuned every Friday and Monday for stories, discussions, and maybe a few jokes that will give you a front-row seat into the world of professional volleyball.

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    • Sep 21, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from The Ace Space

    EuroVolley Recap | Italy do the double - feat. Michieletto, Cebulj & Pajenk from the mixed zone

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2021 39:25


    Straight from the court (via a few flights) Lewie, Dan & Matt discuss EuroVolley men and women in depth. Looking back at the key story lines from the event in Poland, Czechia, Finland and Estonia and talking through their favourite memories and moments personally.  Also look out for the following reactions in the mixed zone: Michieletto, Pajenk, Cebulj, Cortesia, Kovačič and Recine.  They also reflect on a stunning women's event in Serbia, Bulgaria, Croatia and Romania – which saw Italy take revenge on Serbia in their own backyard. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Robert Taht talks ahead about EuroVolley Men, while Lewie, Ci and Matt review EuroBeachVolley and the women's competition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 57:47


    Fresh from EuroBeachVolley, Lewie talks through his Viennese experience with Ci and Matt, looking at the incredible achievement of the Beach Volley Vikings Anders Mol and Christian Sørum who followed their Olympic Gold in Tokyo with a fourth straight European crown – a new record for consecutive titles.  The team also make their predictions for who Lewie will be commentating on at the EuroVolley women's semi-finals, as well as their picks for who will top the men's podium. Dave also has a call with Estonian Outside Hitter Robert Taht, who was selected as one of the EuroVolley Ambassadors with his country hosting Pool D.  Don't worry Estonian fans, this was recorded a while back so any references to recovering from surgery are long out of date.  They talk through the excitement of EuroVolley coming to town, why he wants to do his talking on the court and Dave has a go at some of the local lingo. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Olympic Special | European domination feat. Chinenyeze, Brizard & Louatia and many more medallists from the press conferences!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 61:28


    Fresh (well sort of) from his time in Tokyo, Lewie is joined by Matt and they look back at a historic Games for European teams at the 2020 Olympic Games.  They discuss each of the four competitions in depth, revealing some of their highlight a well as what happens behind the scenes in the commentary booth! In an exclusive interview recorded from the Athletes Villiage just prior to the Closing Ceremony, Dan has the chance to talk to Barthélémy Chinenyeze, Antoine Brizard and Yacine Louati about their rise to the top of the podium, and what it meant to take France's first Olympic Volleyball medal! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Maja Ognjenović previews the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, discusses why her team has something special and explains why she is excited EuroVolley will return to Serbia | 2021 Summer Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 51:16


    After leaving Rio 5 years ago with Silver, it has been a long wait for Serbia's captain and setter try and complete her medal collection by topping the podium at an Olympic Games.  Here Maja joins our team and talks in detail about her love for Japan, why she skipped the VNL this year and various aspects of her life away from the court. Ci asks those random, yet interesting, questions that never knew we wanted to know the answers to until they were asked, and Dave asks as many of the hundreds of fan questions that we received as possible in Ask Me Anything. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Alexander Brouwer & Robert Meeuwsen on their sporting marriage, drifting, who is the “Total Package” and wanting to be the underdog at the Olympics | 2021 Summer Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 58:24


    Beach Volleyball is again on the Tokyo 2020ne Olympic Games schedule and looking to top their Bronze from Rio are the Dutch World Champions of 2013 Alexander Brouwer & Robert Meeuwsen. They join Lewie and Ci to discuss their memories of the 2016 Games, how it felt to qualify early for Tokyo 2020 and their expectations for a Games which is inevitably going to be different.  As always Ci Digs in, while we also challenge the guys so some player vs player questions and get to know them far beyond their on-court performances.  In terms of Volleyball chat, the guys talk about their journey so far, recent results, as well as the influence of their staff and support network. With half the combined Beach teams coming from Europe, there will be plenty to cheer on as they all take to the sand at a 12,000-capacity custom-built temporary stadium in the Japanese capital's magnificent Shiokaze Park – an event which is sure to be one of the visual highlights of the Games once again.  Follow all the action through our #TakingtheStage initiative through our dedicated page on cev.eu as well as all the socials. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    2022 European Cups DoL Recap - feat.Dragan Stanković on being at the draw, the book ends of his career and wanting to travel to Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 32:45


    It was a big week for European Volleyball with 197 teams being confirmed in the six European Cup competitions for 2022 and all except the 4th Round of the Champions League onwards being drawn in one day at the Broadcast centre in Luxembourg.  Dan joins Dave and Ci to review the draw and look at some of the exciting match-ups that were confirmed - especially in the CEV Cup Men which looks like being a mini Champions League next season. Dave also talks to one of the real gentlemen of Volleyball, Middle Blocker Dragan Stanković, about his career to date, being spotted by Lube, the EuroVolley podiums achieved with Serbia and what he is up to now that he has retired from the national team. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Karla Borger on the Continental Cup, teammates and why she hopes this Olympic venture will be different from Rio 2016 | 2021 Summer Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 49:04


    Here Lewie and Matt talk to German Beach Volleyball star Karla Borger prior to the Tokyo 2020ne final qualification show down at the Continental Cup Final in The Hague. She looks back at the Silver Medal win at the 2013 World Champs, her Beach Volleyball journey to date and talked in detail about their current level and expectations for this Summers Olympics. In Ci's absense, Matt has a go at digging in and as always we have some questions from fans in Ask Me Anything. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Croatia’s Samanta Fabris & Romania’s Nneka Onyejekwe chat about their exciting summers ahead and how proud they are of their countries hosting EuroVolley | 2021 Summer Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 33:20


    The summer of 2021 will thrill and excite fans all over the world, and it will come to an end with the European Championships, EuroVolley.  Each host country has appointed two event ambassadors and here Dave catches up with two from Croatia and Romania to talk about what we can expect from the event, their respective host countries and their teams on court performances. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    David Åhman & Jonatan Hellvig on jump setting their way to the U22 title and why “Christmas gains” is making the difference | 2021 Summer Season

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 44:53


    As the focus shifts from the indoor season to the Summer Season, so starts another Ace Space series.  Here Lewie and Ci return with the jump setting Swedes, Åhman & Hellvig, to reflect on them taking Gold at the U22s in Baden this past weekend.  In terms of Volleyball chat, the guys talk about stepping up this year and playing against some of their idols.  They also go into detail on persisting with their unique attacking style and the fun they have had on the world tour already. As always Ci Digs in, while we also challenge the guys so some player vs player questions and get to know them far beyond their on-court performances. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Unscripted with Joanna Wolosz | Flashback

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 28:52


    After her team, A. Carraro Imoco CONEGLIANO, completed the dream by winning their first ever Champions League title, we thought it was the right time to re-release the Unscripted Dave had with Joanna Wolosz back in July 2020 - where they talk about life away from the court and her thoughts going into the 2021 season. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Super Finals Men Recap feat. Benjamin Toniutti with the post match reactions of Aleksander Śliwka, Nikola Grbić and Nimir Abdel-Aziz | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 50:04


    ...Part 2 of our recap celebratioon, as Dave, Ci and Dan look back at Super Finals Verona, and the men's final.  Where the for the first time, in both their and Polish club history, Grupa Azoty KĘDZIERZYN KOŹLE (ZAKSA) triumphed with the CEV Champions League Volley title following a four-set victory over three-time winners TRENTINO Itas of Italy. As well as talking through the event in general, listen out for the final point commentary, the on court flash interview with Aleksander Śliwka, as well as Nikola Grbić and Nimir Abdel-Aziz in the mixed zone. Check back to listen to Part A that reflects on the women's Final which saw A. Carraro Imoco CONEGLIANO clinch a five set win over VakifBank ISTANBUL. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Super Finals Women Recap feat. post match reactions of Kim Hill, Joanna Wolosz & Giovanni Guidetti | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 35:58


    Dave, Ci and Dan take some time to look back at Super Finals Verona, and in particular the women's final which saw a thrilling tie-break win for A. Carraro Imoco CONEGLIANO against VakifBank ISTANBUL to secure the first ever European title for the Italian side.  Imoco came back from a set down twice during Saturday’s Super Final at the AGSM Forum and from a four-point deficit in the fifth set to triumph victorious. As well as talking through the event in general, listen out for the final point commentary, the on court flash interview with Kim Hill, as well as Giovanni Guidetti and Joanna Wolosz in the mixed zone. Look out for Part B that will follow this episode soon that looks back at the men's Final - also includes an exclusive interview with winning captain Benjamin Toniutti. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk

    Lucarelli on #SuperFinalsVerona, why now was right time to come to Europe, the summer of '16 and becoming an actor?! | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 53:54


    TRENTINO Itas take to the court for the CEV Champions League Volley 2021 final in Verona this week and a new face in their team this season is Ricardo Lucarelli SANTOS DE SOUZA who has starred for Brazil for nearly decade and has carried on that fine form with the Italian giants this season. He talks with Dave and Ci chat about the season that has gone, looking at how he has settled in Italy, how Trentino are now fully focused on ending the season on a high, and his thoughts about a massive summer with the National Team. There are some great questions from fans in "Ask me Anything" as he shares his views on Bruno and Giannelli, what his favourite Brazillian food is and why his idol is one of the worlds best Liberos. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews and feedback are always welcome!

    Kim Hill on finally facing off with VakifBank, wanting a cat and a massive summer with the National Team | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 51:52


    A. Carraro Imoco CONEGLIANO star outside hitter Kimberly Hill joins Dave and Ci to preview the upcoming Super Final in Verona where her side will take on VakifBank ISTANBUL aiming for her, but more importantly the Italian sides first Champions League Gold. Kim talks openly and honestly about a career she never even dreamed of, why the Champions League is so special, her love for reading and why squirrels run the world. As always there are questions from fans in "Ask me Anything" and she shares how she is undecided what happens both beyond the summer, and also beyond her time as a professional Volleyball player. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews and feedback are always welcome!

    Jordyn Poulter on a Cinderella season, Olympic Dreams, & Finny | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 46:30


    American setter Jordyn Poulter has big dreams, and she is doing everything right in order to reach them. In this episode of the Ace Space podcast, Dan and Ci quiz Jordyn on her love of chainsmokers, ambitions in the team USA volleyball gym, and some of the best things about living in Europe as an American pro.  Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome!

    Wilfredo Leon on Perugia, Poland, and Frijoles | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 47:52


    27 year old Wilfredo Leon is a volleyball prodigy, playing a leading role in the world championships at just 17 years old and dominating the world of club volleyball in the decade after with Zenit Kazan and Perugia. On this episode of the Ace Space podcast, "Leo" shares his thoughts on his season with Perugia, his upcoming summer with Poland and the Olympics, and reveals his max spike touch.  This week's "pass the pod" team is Vakifbank Istanbul, where Isabelle Haak & Gabriela Guimarães talk about their situation in the Champions League and the challenges that lay in front of them.  Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome! Remember you can get in touch if you want to apply for "Fan vs Dan", the all important e-mail address is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social just use the hashtag #LetVolleyballTalk

    Giovanni Guidetti on his sides season so far, why he is like a bear, what would be his perfect day and how he maintains his VakifBank family | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 46:00


    Having coached at VakifBank ISTANBUL since 2008, Giovanni Guidetti has built the foundations for all of their recent successes and 2021 is looking like another promising year for the team who play in yellow.  The outspoken Italian joins Dave and Ci for this episode as they look back at the first matches in the Quarter-Finals, as well as chatting about Ci’s adventures so far in Dallas as part of the Athletes Unlimited league. They also talk about his love for the band U2, how this is one of the best VakifBank teams he has had to date and his views on Libero’s finally being able to be team captains. It is the Polish side of Grupa Azoty KĘDZIERZYN KOŹLE who feature in “Pass the Pod”, while the latest score in “Fan vs Dan” is revealed following the first quarter-final matches, with fan Philipp Mayer. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome! Remember you can get in touch if you want to apply for "Fan vs Dan", the all important e-mail address is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social just use the hashtag #LetVolleyballTalk

    Agnieszka Kakolewska on facing VakifBank again, why Polish fans are the best in the world, eating healthily and Egonu being the hardest player to block | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 34:06


    Poland’s towering middle blocker, and captain, Agnieszka Kakolewska joins Dave and Dan for this episode as they look back on the Quarter-Finals drawing of lots and Grupa Azoty Chemik POLICE’s path to a potential Super Final.  Aga also shares her views on the differences of playing and living in Poland vs Italy, and how Joanna Wołosz is the best setter she has ever played with or against. As always, fans also get their chance to ask our co-host anything and this time it is SSC Palmberg SCHWERIN who feature on “Pass the Pod” while Philipp Mayer came out all square in “Fan vs Dan” when predicting last weeks results. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome! Remember you can get in touch if you want to apply for "Fan vs Dan", the all important e-mail address is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social just use the hashtag #LetVolleyballTalk

    Krystal Rivers on her physical battles when growing up, how she moved over from tennis and starting as a middle-blocker | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 39:27


    The lady with the giant leap, Krystal Rivers, joins the podcast on the eve of departing for Kaliningrad for her sides second tournament in the Champions League where there is a spot in the quarter-finals on the line for Allianz MTV STUTTGART.  We talk with her about their season so far as well as how she ended up moving from Tennis to Volleyball.  Krystal also talks through dealing with her birth defects, fighting cancer as a teenager and the glitch on her phone that resulted in it randomly texting her photos out to her contacts! As always, fans also get their chance to ask our co-host anything and this time it is Leo Shoes MODENA who feature on “Pass the Pod” while Olli Kattilakoski had his go at predicting the results for a tournament in “Fan vs Dan”. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome! Remember you can get in touch if you want to apply for "Fan vs Dan", the all important e-mail address is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social just use the hashtag #LetVolleyballTalk  

    Salvador Hidalgo on fashion, travelling the world & which Basketballers should switch to Volleyball | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 48:03


    Maveric and powerhouse outside hitter Salvador Hidalgo is a man of the world, having been born in Russia, brought up in Cuba and with a career on the court in leagues such as Poland, Germany, China, Lebanon and now Turkey. Dave and Ci find out more prior to his current club Fenerbahçe HDI ISTANBUL taking to the court at the end of the month for the 2nd tournament in Champions League's Pool A. For those looking for the Pass the Pod with Modena, this will feature in our next episode due out in a couple of weeks. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome! Remember you can get in touch if you want to apply for "Fan vs Dan", the all important e-mail address is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social just use the hashtag #LetVolleyballTalk

    End of Year Special | feat. Britt Herbots on her New Year plans & appearing on The Volley Bubble, while the team also review the year that was 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2020 44:15


    Igor Gorgonzola NOVARA and Belgian star Britt Herbots joins Dave and Ci for the last episode of 2020 to chat about her year, after which (by pure coincidence… honest) it is her club that features on Pass the Pod. Matt then joins the chat as they look back over 2020 and discuss highlights, lowlights, best match, surprise player, best new thing in our lives, amongst other things. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome! Remember you can get in touch if you want to apply for "Fan vs Dan", the all important e-mail address is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social just use the hashtag #LetVolleyballTalk

    Luciano De Cecco on switching Italian allegiances, becoming vegan & who he things is the Maradona of Volleyball | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 45:21


    Argentinian superstar setter De Cecco has been playing in Europe for well over a decade and is now orchestrating things for Cucine Lube CIVITANOVA. Dave and Ci find out more about the man behind the hands, fresh from his teams best performance of the season against Luciano’s old side Perugia in Pool B of the Champions League – they also discover that he uses a Michel Bublé classic as part of his match preparation…?! As always, fans get their chance to ask our co-host anything and this time it is Berlin Recycling Volleys who feature on “Pass the Pod”.  Also look out for an impressive performance by listener Alex Porter in the latest instalment of “Fan vs Dan”. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome! Remember you can get in touch if you want to apply for "Fan vs Dan", the all important e-mail address is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social just use the hashtag #LetVolleyballTalk

    Robin de Kruijf on that elusive gold, becoming the "big dog" & overly competitive Monopoly | Champions League 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 38:22


    Dutch "queen" Robin de Kruijf joins Dave and Ci in the first of our 2021 Champions League Volley focused episodes. They chat through her season so far where of Imoco Volley Conegliano sit top of the table 12-0, while also talk about how they are preparing for their Champions League season to start.  Ci then digs into Robin the person away from the court, as well as fans getting their chance to ask her anything! Pass the Pod also kicks off with a VB Nantes feature, while podcast listener Øystein Tronstad from Norway takes on Dan in "Fan vs Dan" in an attempt to win some 2021 Super Finals memorabilia. Get in touch if you want to apply for "Fan vs Dan", the all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social just use the hashtag #LetVolleyballTalk Remember to follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars, while reviews are always welcome!

    Men's Champions League Preview, with Maxim Mikhailov!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 38:34


    Dave, Ci and Dan run through all the latest around the men's Champions League, including a look at who has emerged out of the 2nd Round and what to look out for in the 4th Round.  We also catch up with Mystery Man, who as the clues gradually revealed is Maxim Mikhailov of Zenit KAZAN.  Enjoy the full extended interview on YouTube which covers more on the #Tokyo2020ne Olympics and last season not going to plan. Remember to get in touch if you are up for "Fan vs Dan"!  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.

    Women's Champions League Preview, with Gabi!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 38:22


    Dave, Ci and Matt share their plans for the podcast for the Champions League season, as well as catch up with Brazilian star Gabi to discuss life at VakifBank, life away from the court and how she has the best fans.  Enjoy the full extended interview on YouTube. Listen up for details on our new Champions League features "Pass the Pod" and "Fan vs Dan"!  The all important e-mail address you need is theacespace@cev.eu, while on social it is #LetVolleyballTalk. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.

    Unscripted | Jan Kozamernik

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 47:27


    Our final Unscripted episode features Slovenian Middle Blocker Jan Kozamernik, who talks us through serving up blocks and home cooked dishes, whilst keeping an eagle eye on the financial sector and plotting to be the best that he can be. Additional commentary from Matt, Dave, and Ciara just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars.  We'll be taking a week off next week, before returning with two Podcasts a month covering the best and the rest from the Champions League!

    Tomas Rousseaux | Being a Red Dragon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 58:16


    Belgiums numer 17 looks back at his career so far with the National Team, talking about that run to the semi-finals in 2017 as well as playing at home in 2019.  He also talks about future dreams with Paris 2024 very much on the horizon.  Oh, and "Mystery Man" is finally confirmed! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Unscripted | Samantha Bricio

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 48:28


    Mexican superstar Sammy Bricio talks us tthrough her memorable college years at University of Southern California, moving to Europe and her next adventure in Russia. Additional commentary from Matt, Dave, and Ciara just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Tina Graudina | USA scholarships and playing at USC

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 47:08


    Latvian European Champion from 2019, Tina Graudina, chats with Lewie and Matt about balancing her life competing on the professional Beach Volleyball tour each summer, and being a studend athlete in the States at USC - including her tips for following in her footsteps and gaining a scholarship of your own.  Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Unscripted | Tatiana Kosheleva

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 52:13


    Russian superstar Tatiana Kosheleva looks back on her career, from those early World Championship winning days through to her life now studying and developing her English - whilst not ruling out returning to the international fold. Additional commentary from Matt, Dave, and Ciara just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Milena Rasic | My Path to the Podium

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 55:53


    On this episode of the Ace Space, CEV commentator Dave Rogers joins two Olympian Middle Blockers, Ciara Michel and Milena Rasic, as they detail Milena's path to her abundance of trophies over the years. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Unscripted | Carli Lloyd

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 59:31


    American national team setter and Olympian Carli Lloyd joins CEV commentator Dave Rogers as they talk about the nomadic life of a volleyball player, Carli working with her uncle to build houses, and other topics related to volleyball and life. Additional commentary from Matt, Dave, and Ciara just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Aleksandr Samoilovs: Beach Volleyball Evolution

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 60:24


    Join Latvian beach volleyball legend Aleksandrs Samoilovs, Lewie Lett, and Matt Rogers as they go through the timeline of beach volleyball, and how the relatively young sport has evolved over the past few decades. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday.     

    Unscripted | Sam Deroo

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 58:00


    Join Belgian star outside hitter Sam Deroo and CEV commentator Dave Rogers as they talk about family, the national team, his Olympic dreams, and Sam is passing the time in lock down. Additional commentary from Matt, Dave, and Ciara just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    EuroBeachVolley 2020 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 30:16


    We present to you the first on-location episode of The Ace Space! Lewie Lett and Daniel Meneley join force in Jurmala to bring you a breakdown of EuroBeachVolley 2020. We go over the men's and women's tournament in detail, discussing the path for the winners and the stories and inside information picked up along the way. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Tomas Rousseaux | Playing in the Plusliga

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 41:59


    Belgian Red Dragon Tomas Rousseaux joins the Ace Space once again to discuss his experience playing in the top level of professional Polish volleyball - the Plusliga. Stories include what is like to experience Polish volleyball culture as a foreigner, the difference in style of play with Italy, and of course, the fans. Hosted by CEV commentator Dave Rogers and Dan Meneley. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Unscripted | Manon Flier & Reinder Nummerdor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 58:01


    Volleyball super couple Reinder Nummerdor and Manon Flier give their thoughts on their life under lockdown. CEV commentator Dave Rogers chats with the pair about a variety of topics, including the orange army, starting a family, and how they met. Additional commentary from Dave Rogers, Matt Rogers and Ciara (not Rogers) Michael just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Tina Graudina | Learning To Play Beach Volleyball in Latvia

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 49:35


    When you think of the powerhouses of the volleyball world, generally countries like Russia, Italy, Poland, USA, and Brazil are the firsts that come to mind. However, one country punches way above their weight in the world of beach volleyball - Latvia. 2019 European Champion Tina Graudina shares what it was like growing up with Latvian beach volleyball and the secrets to their success. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Unscripted | Paola Egonu

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 49:06


    Despite her young age, Italy's Paola Egonu has quite the career and accomplishments. One of the most talented volleyball players in the world sat down with us for a really captivating episode of the Unscripted where she discussed it all...from her love for Japanese cartoons to her Nigerian heritage and more. Additional commentary from Matt and Ciara just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Milena Rasic | Leading the Serbian Charge

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 51:37


    In this second episode of the ace space with superstar Serbian middle blocker Milena Rasic, she talks about her journey with one of the most dominant volleyball teams of the last generation - the Serbian national team. She was part of a golden generation of players including Maja Ognjenovic, Brankica Mihajlović, and Jovana Brakočević that won just about every national team competition possible. She talks with CEV commentator Dave Rogers and Dan Meneley about her journey through volleyball and her path to success at so many different events. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    The Debate | Top 5 Non-European Men to play in Champions League

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 43:56


    On this episode of The Ace Space, legendary coaches Mark Lebedew, Stelian Moculescu, and Roberto Piazza try and agree on the best 5 non-European men to ever play in Champions League. One player was easy, the rest were tough to decide and each coach put forth compelling arguments for their picks. In this special podcast edition, Dave Rogers, James Fielden, and Dan Meneley provide extra commentary and react to the picks. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Aleksandrs Samoilovs - A Decade at the Top

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 50:29


    How did Latvian beach volleyball star manage to stay at the top of the game for so long? Lewie Lett and Daniel Meneley join "The Lion King" to learn about the secrets of his longevity and his decade at the peak of beach volleyball. Subscribe and follow for more volleyball content!

    Unscripted | Dustin Watten

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 64:32


    On today's episode of CEV's Unscripted series, American libero Dustin Watten joins Ciara Michel and Dave Rogers for an in depth conversation on volleyball and it's many sides, the importance of having the right mindset and his extremely interesting path int he world of volleyball. Additional commentary from Matt and Ciara just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Tomas Rousseaux - The Rousseaux Volleyball Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 51:47


    Tomas Rousseaux is one of Belgian's top volleyball talents and a fixture in the Plusliga. However he is not the only person to find volleyball success in his family. In this episode Tomas is joined by Ciara and Dave to talk about what it is like to grow up in a family that is all involved with the sport. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Unscripted | Antoine Brizard

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 62:21


    Join CEV commentator Dave Rogers and French setter Antoine Brizard as they discuss France's journey making the Olympics, playing in Warszawa, and competing with the world's top setters. Additional commentary from Matt and Ciara just for the podcast! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Tina Graudina - Becoming A European Champion

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 56:03


    Join CEV's Lewie Lett and Daniel Meneley as they have an in-depth discussion with reigning European Beach Volleyball Champion Tina Graudina. Topics include the path to the European Championships, training in the NCAA vs Europe, and defining moments of her young career. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Unscripted | Markéta Sluková

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 57:31


    Czech beach volleyball star Markéta Sluková chats with CEV commentator Dave Rogers about the best places to train for beach volleyball, preparing for the Olympics with an extra year, and many more topics. Unscripted is a series of casual conversations with some of volleyball's biggest stars while we are stuck at home without matches. Additional commentary from Matt and Ciara. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Milena Rasic - The Vakifbank Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 54:27


    Milena Rasic is a multiple European Champion, multiple Champions League winner, and Olympic silver medalist for Serbia. Join the Serbian middle blocker as she chats about her incredible run with the dominant Vakifbank Istanbul club in the second half of the 2010s. Hosted by Dave Rogers & Matt Rogers (no relation). Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Unscripted | Tijana Malešević & Brankica Mihajlović

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 69:15


    Serbian teammates Tijana Malešević & Brankica Mihajlović talk about nightlife in Belgrade, defending pipes at the Olympics, and what it takes to win volleyball games at the highest level. Join volleyball commentator Dave Rogers for this funny & insightful conversation, with extra commentary from Matt Rogers and Ciara Michael. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    Aleksandrs Samoilovs - Getting To Know The Lion King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 44:37


    In this exclusive interview with legendary Latvian beach volleyball athlete Aleksandrs Samoilovs, Lewie & Dan talk with "The Lion King" about his unlikely path to becoming a professional volleyball player, what he does off the court, and of course, the origins of his Disney nickname. Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

    The Debate | Top 5 Non-European Women to play in Champions League

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 61:00


    Join legendary coaches Avital Selinger, Massimo Barbolini, and Marco Motta and CEV commentator James Fielden as they attempt to figure out the top 5 non-european women to have taken part in the Champions League over the past 20 years. Extra commentary and discussion with Dave, James, & Dan to top it all off! Follow & subscribe to The Ace Space for podcasts with volleyball's biggest stars every Monday & Friday. 

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