Podcasts about Beach volleyball

Welcome to episode 254 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Ugo Valensi, CEO of Volleyball World. Ugo has held leadership roles across sports, media, and commercial strategy, including senior positions in tennis, football, and global sports marketing. In this episode, he shares how Volleyball World is transforming one of the world's largest participation sports into a global commercial powerhouse. In this episode, we spoke about: • How Volleyball World is commercializing a sport with 800 million fans • The role of CVC Capital Partners in accelerating growth • Building athlete brands and fan engagement in volleyball • Future trends in sports media, OTT platforms, and content consumption TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to Volleyball World 00:15 What Volleyball World Actually Does 01:24 Commercializing an 800 Million Fan Sport 03:26 Lessons from Tennis & Football 05:05 Athlete Storytelling & Docuseries 06:12 Indoor vs Beach Volleyball 08:09 Reinventing Beach Volleyball 08:23 Road to Los Angeles 2028 09:42 Volleyball's Biggest Growth Markets 11:38 Planning Events Years Ahead 13:05 Vision for the Next Five Years 14:33 The Future of Sports Consumption 16:25 Creating One Global Fan Narrative 17:20 Ugo's Career Journey 24:10 Networking & Career Advice 28:28 The Role of Private Equity in Sports   Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

Čo ak najväčšou investíciou v živote nie je dom, auto, firma ani finančné portfólio, ale telo, cez ktoré budeš toto všetko raz používať? V tomto podcaste ma vyspovedal môj dlhoročný priateľ Michal Truban, s ktorým sme sa poznali ešte dávno predtým, ako sme v roku 2015 spolu zakladali projekt NESEDA. Rozprávame sa o tom, prečo zdravé telo nie je produkt, ktorý sa dá kúpiť, ale výsledok prostredia, rozhodnutí, disciplíny, pohybu, sily a schopnosti neklamať sám seba. Dotýkame sa kávy, dopamínových skratiek, závislostí, biohackingu, kalisteniky, umelej inteligencie aj otázky, prečo si veľa ľudí zamieňa stimuláciu za skutočnú životnú energiu. Vysvetľujem, prečo trendy v zdraví prichádzajú a odchádzajú, ale biologické princípy ostávajú rovnaké: telo potrebuje pohyb, metabolickú kapacitu, svaly, silu, spánok a primeranú záťaž. Hovoríme aj o tom, ako môže AI pomôcť človeku lepšie sa rozhodovať, ale nikdy za neho neodtrénuje, nezaspí, nezmení prostredie ani nevytvorí charakter. Dôležitou témou sú aj deti, ktoré nepotrebujú pohyb ako trest, ale ako prirodzené právo a súčasť prostredia, v ktorom vyrastajú. Ak ťa zaujíma, prečo zdravie nie je luxus, ale základná infraštruktúra života, tento rozhovor ti môže pomôcť pozrieť sa na vlastné telo s väčšou zodpovednosťou aj úctou.

In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, host Mark Burik welcomes Delaney Peranich, a new member of the Better at Beach team. They discuss Delaney's recent experience at the AVP Florida tournament, the dynamics of playing in shallow sand, and the adjustments required in defense and offense. The conversation shifts to coaching styles, particularly focusing on Todd Rogers' influence on Delaney's development as a player. They explore the importance of details in training, the challenges of speeding up the game, and the transition from indoor to beach volleyball. Delaney shares insights on the benefits of playing multiple sports and the intensity of NCAA beach volleyball, concluding with a discussion on team dynamics and competition at Cal Poly. In this conversation, Delaney Peranich and Mark Burik explore the dynamics of volleyball, focusing on the importance of team chemistry, communication, and the role of film review in player development. They discuss the transition from college to professional play, highlighting the challenges and adjustments required in a less structured environment. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding player personalities and the impact of effective communication on performance. In this conversation, Delaney Peranich and Mark Burik discuss the importance of building a supportive team, making mental adjustments in competitive play, and the significance of breathing techniques for performance. They explore mindset and communication strategies that enhance teamwork and individual performance, as well as the value of focused practice over just playing games. The discussion emphasizes the mental aspects of volleyball and how athletes can improve their game through self-awareness and effective communication.

Padel-Party oder Tennis-Traditionen? Jasper und Dennis diskutieren, wie das perfekte Padel-Event aussehen sollte – irgendwo zwischen Darts-Wahnsinn und Snooker-Stille. Was Padel vom Beachvolleyball lernen könnte und warum bei der Senioren-Nationalmannschaft immer erstmal durchgezählt wird. Matthias Wunner gibt drei Wochen vor der EM in Porto ein Update zum deutschen Nachwuchs. „Stark am Glas“ wird moderiert von Dennis Schlüter und Jasper Ahrens – und produziert von Good Guys Entertainment. Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Wolfgang Layr steht wie kaum ein anderer für echtes Netzwerken. Sein Arbeitgeber, die Volksbank, kann Ähnliches in Bezug auf das Skispringen von sich behaupten. Im KaffeehausTALK spricht Layr mit den Hosts Michael Fiala und Georg Sohler über fast vier Jahrzehnte Berufserfahrung – geprägt von Wirtschaft, Kommunikation und Sport. Diskuswerfen ist seine große sportliche Leidenschaft, der er bis heute aktiv nachgeht. Zwischen seinen ersten sportlichen Gehversuchen und heute liegen zwei Studienrichtungen – Latein und Griechisch sowie ein Studium an der Wirtschaftsuniversität – und mittlerweile rund 40 Jahre im Berufsleben. Seine Karriere begann Layr als Fondsmanager, später war er auch journalistisch tätig, unter anderem für „Der Standard“. Ein entscheidender Karriereschritt folgte im Jahr 2002, als er Marktvorstand bei der Volksbank Wien wurde. In dieser Funktion verantwortete er unter anderem die Sponsoring-Aktivitäten im Beachvolleyball und war maßgeblich daran beteiligt, dass 2007 das Skispringen ins Sponsoring-Portfolio aufgenommen wurde – eine Erfolgsgeschichte, über die er ebenso pointiert wie unterhaltsam berichtet. Ebenso viel hat Layr über seine zweite große Leidenschaft zu erzählen: das Netzwerken. Für ihn ist es weit mehr als ein berufliches Werkzeug oder ein Hobby. Denn belastbare Netzwerke verfolgen einen klaren Zweck – sie basieren auf Vertrauen, Gegenseitigkeit und langfristigem Denken. Deals, die zwischen Menschen entstehen, die einander kennen und schätzen, sind oft nachhaltiger. Gleichzeitig grenzt er sich klar von Seilschaften ab, die er kritisch sieht. Im KaffeehausTALK #070 spricht Wolfgang Layr über prägende Stationen seines Berufslebens, über die Aufbruchsstimmung in der Wirtschaft nach dem Fall des Eisernen Vorhangs, über den Wandel von Marketing und Werbung – und darüber, welche Fähigkeiten entscheidend sind, um erfolgreich Netzwerke aufzubauen und zu pflegen.

Wir freuen uns riesig, Louisa ab sofort als Teil der nushu Community begrüßen zu dürfen. Als ehemalige Hallenvolleyball-Profi-Spielerin und heutige Beachvolleyballerin verbindet sie auf besondere Weise die Welten Sport und Business. Denn mit dem Wechsel vom klassischen Teamsport in den Beachvolleyball kam plötzlich auch ein ganz neues Thema dazu: Selbstständigkeit. Heute organisiert Louisa nicht nur Leistung und Training, sondern auch Sponsoren, Sichtbarkeit, Partnerschaften und Selbstmanagement – und bringt damit unglaublich spannende Perspektiven auf Eigenverantwortung, Druck, Teamdynamik und persönliche Entwicklung mit. Während Louisa sich darauf freut, von der nushu Community und Frauen aus unterschiedlichsten Branchen zu lernen, können wir gleichzeitig unglaublich viel von ihrer Mentalität, ihrem Umgang mit Veränderung und ihrem Blick auf Leistung lernen. In dieser Folge sprechen wir unter anderem über: • den Wechsel vom „Angestelltenverhältnis“ im Hallenvolleyball in die Selbstständigkeit als Beachvolleyballerin • Sichtbarkeit, Social Media und warum Vergleichsdruck selbst für Profisportlerinnen ein Thema ist • Teamwork, mentale Stärke und warum Beachvolleyball „ein Individualsport im Teamkostüm“ ist

Diego Perez is a 26 year old pro-beach volleyball player. He also runs a non-profit gospel ministry in California called "Jesus Rules." He wears the shirt while he plays. This was the first in-person interview on TRP podcast. @diegonickperez 's website is https://jesusrules.co/ Send him some support. Recorded by Diego at Dr. Lucas Mather's Common-sense Epistemology mentor Dr. Doug Geivett's backyard Friday 24 April 2026. The Republican Professor is a pro-California-missions podcast. The Republican Professor is produced and hosted by Dr. Lucas J. Mather, Ph.D.

NESEDA pre mňa nikdy nebola obyčajná stolička, ale odpoveď na civilizačný problém chronického sedenia, gravipauzy a fyzickej degenerácie moderného človeka. Jej príbeh sa začal víziou vytvoriť pracovné prostredie, ktoré človeka nebude pasívne usádzať, ale bude ho prirodzene pozývať k pohybu počas práce. Spolu s Michalom Trubanom sme z prvých surových skíc, odborného presvedčenia a mnohých prototypov postupne vytvorili fyzický produkt, ktorý otvoril novú kategóriu aktívneho „ne-sedenia“. V tomto video článku mapujem dôležité míľniky projektu: vznik myšlienky, vývoj, predpredaj, výrobu, zmeny vo vedení, vlastnícke premeny aj hľadanie udržateľného obchodného modelu. Nie je to však iba história produktu, ale aj moje osobné svedectvo o tom, čo veľký projekt urobí s človekom, ktorý sa rozhodne udržať víziu pri živote. Otvorene pomenúvam vlastné chyby, slabé stránky aj morálne ponaučenia, ktoré vyplynuli z rokov práce, tlaku, naivity, dôvery, konfliktov a neľahkých rozhodnutí. NESEDA sa tak pre mňa stala nielen produktom, ale aj školou odvahy, charakteru, podnikateľskej zrelosti a pokory. Tento článok spolu s videom je určený všetkým, ktorí cítia, že chcú vytvoriť niečo väčšie než seba, no zatiaľ nenašli odvahu začať.

NESEDA pre mňa nikdy nebola obyčajná stolička, ale odpoveď na civilizačný problém chronického sedenia, gravipauzy a fyzickej degenerácie moderného človeka. Jej príbeh sa začal víziou vytvoriť pracovné prostredie, ktoré človeka nebude pasívne usádzať, ale bude ho prirodzene pozývať k pohybu počas práce. Spolu s Michalom Trubanom sme z prvých surových skíc, odborného presvedčenia a mnohých prototypov postupne vytvorili fyzický produkt, ktorý otvoril novú kategóriu aktívneho „ne-sedenia“. V tomto video článku mapujem dôležité míľniky projektu: vznik myšlienky, vývoj, predpredaj, výrobu, zmeny vo vedení, vlastnícke premeny aj hľadanie udržateľného obchodného modelu. Nie je to však iba história produktu, ale aj moje osobné svedectvo o tom, čo veľký projekt urobí s človekom, ktorý sa rozhodne udržať víziu pri živote. Otvorene pomenúvam vlastné chyby, slabé stránky aj morálne ponaučenia, ktoré vyplynuli z rokov práce, tlaku, naivity, dôvery, konfliktov a neľahkých rozhodnutí. NESEDA sa tak pre mňa stala nielen produktom, ale aj školou odvahy, charakteru, podnikateľskej zrelosti a pokory. Tento článok spolu s videom je určený všetkým, ktorí cítia, že chcú vytvoriť niečo väčšie než seba, no zatiaľ nenašli odvahu začať.

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In just its second year of official competition, the Texas Beach Volleyball team reached the semifinals of the NCAA Tournament, falling in a nail-biter to eventual champion UCLA. However, Texas racked up plenty of other postseason hardware in the win.We also dive in on the baseball team positioning itself for its postseason run and the softball team closing out the regular season home schedule with a win. å

In just its second year of official competition, the Texas Beach Volleyball team reached the semifinals of the NCAA Tournament, falling in a nail-biter to eventual champion UCLA. However, Texas racked up plenty of other postseason hardware in the win. We also dive in on the baseball team positioning itself for its postseason run and the softball team closing out the regular season home schedule with a win. å Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Große Freude beim Roten Kreuz in Babenhausen. Weil der Ortsverein des DRK dort seit 40 Jahren mit demselben VW-Bus zu Einsätzen fährt, hatte er eine Spendenaktion im Internet ins Leben gerufen, um den Oldtimer zu ersetzen, wir haben darüber berichtet. Wenige Tage vor Ablauf der Sammelfrist ist die Zielsumme von 10.000 Euro nun erreicht und sogar überschritten. Außerdem: Endlich wieder planschen und schwimmen in Fränkisch-Crumbach: Nach fünf Jahren Planung und Bauzeit ist das sanierte Freibad wieder offen. Auf dem neu gestalteten Gelände erwartet die Besucher jetzt ein modernes Edelstahlbecken, ein Kinderbereich und neue Freizeitangebote wie Beachvolleyball und Tischtennis, gefördert wurde die Sanierung auch von Bund und Land. Und: Ein Jahr Brutto-Markt in Darmstadt.

You may think that Thor is fighting against the excessive noise at 6am but for once, he is for it! Thor fights against the City of San Diego once again for the earlier risers who are now getting fined for playing volleyball before work. This was never enforced until recently and Thor has some theories as of why during today's Midweek MeltdownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tulane has won the CUSA Championship! Green Wave beach volleyball is off to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in program history, and head coach Eyal Zimet breaks it all down... their steamroll through the CUSA Tournament, when he knew this team had what it needed to get over the hump, and heading off to Gulf Shores this weekend. Then, top flight pair of Molly Trodd and Skylar Ensign on what it took to get the championship to New Orleans and how their relationship has evolved over the last two years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You may think that Thor is fighting against the excessive noise at 6am but for once, he is for it! Thor fights against the City of San Diego once again for the earlier risers who are now getting fined for playing volleyball before work. This was never enforced until recently and Thor has some theories as of why during today's Midweek MeltdownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Tim break down another Sun Belt championship for Georgia State beach volleyball, react to Ted Hurst becoming the highest NFL Draft pick in program history after landing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and dive into the news that Charlie Cobb is sticking around through 2028. Plus, they talk Georgia State baseball, fan frustration, and why the Panthers need “more something” from the athletics department.Follow usWeb: http://stateofatlanta.comFacebook: http://facebook.com/STATEofAtlantaTwitter: http://twitter.com/STATEofAtlantaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@STATEofAtlantaSupport the showPatreon: http://patreon.com/STATEofAtlantaRock our swagMerch: http://merch.STATEofAtlanta.com

The Beach Volleyball team, as expected, grabs its first conference championship, setting itself up as the No. 2 seed for the NCAA Tournament. Can they get a trophy and bolster the Longhorns' chances at a Director's Cup?On the diamond, the pitchers got their act together, for the most part, and both the baseball and softball teams got back to their winning ways.

The Beach Volleyball team, as expected, grabs its first conference championship, setting itself up as the No. 2 seed for the NCAA Tournament. Can they get a trophy and bolster the Longhorns' chances at a Director's Cup? On the diamond, the pitchers got their act together, for the most part, and both the baseball and softball teams got back to their winning ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A San Diego city park ranger is threatening to fine anyone playing volleyball before 8 A.M. at the South Mission Beach courts. Next week, Cal Fire is suspending residential outdoor burn permits. Still no word on what started a brush fire in Oceanside yesterday afternoon.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

Existujú hry, ktoré sa nedajú vyhrať. Nie preto, že by si bol slabý, ale preto, že nie sú postavené pre tvoje telo. V tejto epizóde som bol hosťom v TROSHCASTE a otvorili sme tému, ktorá sa na prvý pohľad tvári ako debata o športe, no v skutočnosti siaha oveľa hlbšie. Hovoríme o tom, prečo nie každý človek patrí do každého športu rovnako a prečo je chybou zamieňať nevhodný výber disciplíny za nedostatok talentu, disciplíny alebo charakteru. Jedna z najsilnejších myšlienok tejto epizódy je, že pochopiť vlastné telo nie je obmedzenie, ale oslobodenie. Keď prestaneš bojovať proti svojej biomechanike a začneš jej rozumieť, môžeš robiť lepšie rozhodnutia v tréningu, v športe aj v živote. Dotýkame sa aj toho, ako stereotypy deformovali naše vnímanie talentu, výkonu a pohybového potenciálu. Rozhovor prepája šport, vedu, sebapoznanie aj identitu, pretože telo nie je len nástroj výkonu, ale aj nositeľ určitých predispozícií. Ak ťa zaujíma, prečo niektorí ľudia v určitých pohyboch prirodzene vynikajú a iní sa v nich trápia aj napriek veľkej snahe, táto epizóda ti poskladá dôležité súvislosti. Je to diel pre športovcov, trénerov, rodičov aj premýšľajúcich ľudí, ktorí chcú lepšie rozumieť tomu, kde končí motivácia a kde začína biológia. A možno práve aj mnohé ženy vďaka tomuto podcastu lepšie pochopia, že prijatie vlastného tela nezačína bojom proti nemu, ale porozumením jeho dizajnu — pretože nie všetko, čo je konštrukčne dané, sa dá zmeniť, no dá sa to prijať a obrátiť vo svoj prospech.

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features the veteran of all veterans: Geena Urango. She sits down with Tri to talk about: Her return to international beach volleyball, and why she is considering playing on the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour Why she loves playing with Megan Rice, and the intimidation factor she brings to the table Differential learning, and the creative approach she's taking to the game USA Volleyball's overhauled system, and why it's so promising Chapters with Geena Urango 00:00 Introduction and Career Longevity 01:59 Training Against Young Guns and Age Dynamics 03:53 National Team System and Centralized Training 06:00 Impact of Practice Environment on Performance 07:57 Player Partnerships and Team Building Strategies 10:00 International Play and Domestic Priorities 12:00 Mental Resilience and Mindset Development 13:57 Balancing Competition and Personal Growth 16:05 The Role of Technology and AI in Training 17:50 Energy Work, Meditation, and Hypnosis in Sports 19:52 Science of Energy and Healing in Athletic Performance 21:59 Using AI for Personal Coaching and Performance 23:59 Managing Emotions and Referee Interactions 25:57 Building Strong Partnerships with Self-Assessment Tools 27:57 Love Languages and Communication in Partnerships 30:01 The Power of Creativity and Differential Learning 31:47 Deepening Skills Through Unconventional Practice 33:57 The Mind-Body Connection and Brain Waves 35:58 Healing and Autoimmune Recovery Through Energy Work 38:00 The Science and Mysticism of Energy and Faith 40:11 Future of AI and Energy Science in Sports 42:05 Practical Applications of Meditation and Hypnosis 44:00 Using Technology to Track Brain Waves and Energy States 45:59 Overcoming Trauma and Stress with EMDR and Hypnosis 48:09 The Power of Subconscious Mind and Visualization 50:06 The Intersection of Science, Energy, and Spirituality 52:10 Innovations in Coaching and Performance Enhancement 53:55 Upcoming Competitions and Personal Goals 55:51 The Reality of Qualifiers and Tournament Pressure 58:08 The Joy of Playing in Front of Fans 59:48 Reflections on Refereeing and Game Management 01:01:58 The Future of Volleyball and Personal Aspirations We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, TRIANDTRAVIS26. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! SHOOTS!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, is a combo episode: A Beach Access, where Travis recaps a big weekend in beach volleyball, going over the Saquarema Elite on the Beach Pro Tour as well as the final AVP League qualifier while touching on new partnerships and potential ripple effects from there. We're discussing: The new partnership of Trevor Crabb and Chase Budinger Where Miles Evans might go from here Nina Brunner cementing herself as a SUPERMOM on the Beach Pro Tour Why Kristen Cruz and Taryn Brasher are the new death star of women's beach volleyball And more! SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, TRIANDTRAVIS26. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! SHOOTS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host: Coach, Dylan Weaver Guests: David Skaff, Gracyn Spresser, Ellie Ask Air date: Apr 14, 2026

summary In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, hosts Brandon Joyner and Mark Burik delve into the critical aspects of footwork and balance in volleyball, particularly focusing on serve receive and defense. They discuss upcoming camps, the importance of participant feedback for continuous improvement, and the necessity of immediate change for high performers. The conversation also highlights the significance of body positioning and engagement during play, drawing insights from high-level players. The episode concludes with a celebration of reaching 100k subscribers on YouTube, emphasizing community and shared success.

In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner interview Tomas Goldsmith, a volleyball player and community builder. They discuss Tomas's journey from indoor to grass and beach volleyball, the importance of community in the sport, and key strategies for winning in different formats. The conversation also touches on the differences between grass and beach volleyball, the significance of ball control, and the evolving demographics and positions within the sport. In this conversation, Tomas discusses the growth of the beach volleyball community in Milwaukee, the establishment of Volley Life, and the importance of community engagement and partnerships with local parks. He shares insights on managing volleyball leagues, organizing tournaments, and the philosophy of stewardship over ownership in community sports. The conversation highlights the challenges and successes of running a sports organization and the commitment to fostering a vibrant volleyball culture.

This episode of SANDCAST features LJ Luciano, the co-founder of ATX Beach in Austin, Texas, and the longest listener we've ever had on the pod. No joke: LJ has been with us since DAY ONE. LJ and Tri Bourne talk about the growing, thriving beach volleyball community in Texas, launching new events like the city vs. city series, innovation in the sport, and a whole lot more. Fun one, and a unique one for the pod. Loved it all. SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, TRIANDTRAVIS26. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! SHOOTS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Dan is joined by Madison Peele to discuss chaos in sports and the need for athlete adaptability and resiliency in addition to how to train this. They also discuss strategies for coaching development and philosophies.Madison Peele is a strength and conditioning coach at Florida State University, where she oversees Women's Indoor and Beach Volleyball. She returned to FSU for the 2025–26 season after three years at USC, working with Beach Volleyball, Tennis, Water Polo, and Cross Country. During her time at USC, she contributed to two Beach Volleyball National Championships and a Pac-12 title, along with multiple NCAA tournament appearances across programs. Peele began her career at FSU as a Graduate Assistant and has experience in tactical performance at Fort Bragg. She holds degrees from East Carolina University and Florida State and is a CSCS through the NSCA. Follow her work: https://www.instagram.com/madisoncpeele/Season 7 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is proudly supported by Pura Health, bringing ultrasound into every clinician's hands. Learn more at purahealth.net and @pura.health_ultrasound.Additional support provided by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery partner of Braun Performance & Rehab (recoveryfirefly.com), and Dr. Ray Gorman of Engage Movement. Learn how to grow your income beyond sessions—follow @raygormandpt on Instagram and DM “Dan” for a free breakdown of the blended practice model.Episode Affiliates: Airbands BFR (Coupon Code: DANIELBRAUN for 10% off), MoboBoard (BRAWNBODY10), AliRx (DBraunRx), MedBridge (BRAWN)If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who would benefit and leave a 5-star review.Explore more from Dan at linktr.ee/braun_pr.

Quick SummaryMargo is a Canadian Olympian who competed in the first-ever Olympic beach volleyball tournament at the 1996 Atlanta Games — and spent the years before that building the sport from the ground up with nothing but a group of passionate women, a bag of volleyballs, and a relentless vision. Nearly thirty years later, she brings that same pioneering spirit to her work in marketing, communications, and sustainability. In this episode, she shares what it really means to forge your own path, advocate for yourself in rooms that weren't built for you, and know when to be brave enough to just start.In This EpisodeHow Margo's athlete mother shaped her relationship with sport and competition from a young ageThe moment on Bondi Beach that changed the entire trajectory of her lifeWhat it took to qualify for the 1996 Olympics in a sport that wasn't yet officially recognized by Canadian sport organizationsThe key differences between indoor and beach volleyball — and why beach volleyball is essentially an entrepreneurial sportHow competition can be community, and why your "competitors" might be your greatest alliesThe self-advocacy mistake Margo wishes she had avoided on her Olympic journeyHow nearly three decades in executive marketing and communications mirrors the athlete mindsetWhy knowing what energizes vs. drains you is the foundation of owning your careerMargo's current work with Toronto Climate Week, Echo Athletes, and her children's book Good Girl PearlKey TakeawaysPut yourself in the environment where growth is inevitable. Margo went to Bondi Beach and San Diego not just to train, but to be surrounded by people at a higher level. When your environment matches your ambition, growth stops being hard work and starts being natural.Your competitors can make you better. The volleyball community modeled something rare: competitors who genuinely respect each other, play their hardest against each other, and then grab a drink together. The same principle applies in business. A rising tide lifts all boats.Silence is a choice — and it costs you. Margo's biggest regret is holding her tongue when she knew she should have spoken up. If you have the vision, the expertise, and the lived experience, waiting to feel "ready" only slows everyone down.Know what fires you up — and what drains you. Margo has consistently chosen roles that align with her builder's mindset. The structured, plug-and-play jobs weren't failures; they were data. Use that data to move back toward what energizes you.You don't have to wait until you're ready. Just start. Whether it's a sport, a career, or a conversation you've been avoiding — put it into motion. Fake it till you make it isn't a shortcut. It's a strategy.Memorable Quotes"With beach volleyball, every outcome you have to own — because you're involved in every single play. If you lose five in a row with five different partners, you can only look in the mirror.""If you stay silent, nothing moves forward. Be brave. Just start the conversation.""The better you are, the better I get. That's how sport improves, how community gets stronger, how businesses evolve."Resources MentionedMargo's LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/margomalowneyBook: Good Girl Pearl — available on Amazon, all proceeds to animal rescueEcoAthletes: https://www.ecoathletes.orgToronto Climate Week: https://www.tocw.caClimate Unf*cked podcast — a passion-driven climate podcast that avoids doomsday framing (search on your favorite podcast app)Good Girl Pearl by Margo — a children's book fundraiser for animal rescue, available on AmazonEcho Athletes — a group where your workouts and dog walks contribute to beach cleanups (find online or via app)Toronto Climate Week — Margo is an active contributor and advocateWave Event — Paris, Ontario, April 17th — Margo will be a featured speaker (link in show notes)Laura Sinclair — mutual connection and previous Rain or Shine podcast guestKelsey's website: KelseyReild.comKelsey's Instagram: @kelseyreidlAbout the GuestMargo is a Canadian Olympian who competed in the inaugural Olympic beach volleyball tournament at the 1996 Atlanta Games, helping build the sport in Canada from the ground up before it was formally recognized. She went on to spend nearly three decades in senior executive roles in marketing and communications across Canada, the US, and globally. Today she focuses her energy on sustainability, climate advocacy, and mentorship.

Thomas and Tristan join up to discuss Women's Basketball's NCAA Tournament run, recent ranked wins by the Beach Volleyball and Tennis teams, and the growing talent of Oregon Ducks Ice Hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter features one of our most popular guests of all-time, and the single most popular guest of 2025: Troy Field. They talk about: How he is entering the veteran act of his professional career, playing with the up-and-coming Ryan Wilcox The power and influence of social media, and how to harness it for good Why all beach volleyball players should invest in hiring a coach, as Troy did with Mike Placek, if they are taking the game seriously Where Troy and Tri think the game is headed, and how to make beach volleyball's future better and brighter SHOOTS! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, TRIANDTRAVIS26. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! SHOOTS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Während Olaf und Dirk Busch-Lite getrunken haben, haben sich die Eintracht-Profi-Teams in den USA auf den World-Tour-Start vorbereitet. Wir haben uns Sven mal geschnappt und mit ihm über die Zeit mit Lukas, die Trennung und die neue Partnerschaft mit Philipp Huster gequatscht! Werde VOLUNTEER bei der German Beach Tour und den German Beach Championschips: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZNJywQVoU1VBZfYujWfJxgxsJKFCa85YAp7NeDj6zVbdTvA/viewform Tickets für die GBT: https://tickets.germanbeachtour.de/ DEIN JOB BEI SPONTENT: https://spontent.lol/jobs

  In this episode of the Max Out Mindset Podcast, Dr. Larry Widman and Coach Jess sit down once again with the number one beach volleyball team in the world, Taryn Brasher and Kristen Nuss Cruz, for an honest conversation about growth, pressure, and the mental work behind elite performance. This is the third time Taryn and Kristen have joined the show, and their journey has evolved in powerful ways. After the emotional highs and lows surrounding the Olympic experience, they reflect on what it truly means to grow as athletes and teammates. The conversation dives deep into how elite performers navigate disappointment, rebuild belief, and continue to push forward. Taryn shares the internal work that helped her develop confidence and self-trust, while Kristen talks about the mindset shifts that allowed them to keep improving even while competing at the highest level in the world. You'll hear powerful insights on communication between teammates, handling pressure on the biggest stages, and why vulnerability and honesty are essential for teams that want to sustain success. Taryn also shares how journaling became a critical tool for managing thoughts, building belief, and improving sleep and recovery during tournaments. Together, they explain how the mental side of the game helped them transform setbacks into one of the most successful seasons of their careers. This episode is packed with practical insight for athletes, coaches, and leaders who want to: • Build real confidence through preparation and self-talk • Communicate honestly with teammates during high-pressure moments • Turn setbacks into growth instead of self-doubt • Train mindset habits like journaling and awareness • Develop trust and resilience within a team Whether you're an athlete chasing your potential, a coach developing a culture, or a leader working through challenges with others, this conversation offers a powerful reminder: Elite performance isn't just about talent. It's about the mindset you bring to the journey. Max Out Mindset for Volleyball Book Max out Mindset for Volleyball book and services here. Instagram: @max_out_mind_Jess and on Twitter: @JessKnecht  Instagram:@max_out_mindset Twitter: @Doc_elitemind

Welcome back to SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, and welcome to the March Fan Question Mailbag episode! Thanks to all who submitted questions, as we chat: Recapping the Bhubaneswar Challenge, where Florida State's Audrey Koenig and Alexis Durish balled out to win gold Breaking down Sara Hughes' and Ally Batenhorst's play What are the most exciting new partnerships in beach volleyball? How do you break up with your beach volleyball partner and find a new one? What is Travis' story of getting into volleyball, and memories from Bulldog Beach? And so much more! SHOOTS! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, TRIANDTRAVIS26. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! SHOOTS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a busy time for Sun Devil sports. Molly Miller's Sun Devils continue to make a push towards the NCAA Tournament, Arizona State's beach volleyball and women's tennis teams are climbing in the polls, the softball team's bats are on fire, and several ASU players are climbing up NFL Draft boards after strong Combines. Plus, the baseball team is looking to regroup after a tough road trip to Texas.

In this episode, Bruno shares his inspiring journey from Cameroon to Canada, his challenges transitioning from indoor to beach volleyball, and his ambitious plans for the 2028 Olympics. Discover how dedication, innovative training, and leveraging social media can propel a volleyball career and coaching business. .

Don't look now, but ASU has another emerging volleyball powerhouse. While JJ Van Niel has led the indoor team to back-to-back Big 12 championships, Kristen Glattfelder has the beach volleyball squad off to a 6-0 start and into the nation's top 10, one year after setting the program's single-season wins record. With a talented roster, the Devils are looking to make more history this season. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT  Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast   

Gracey James Campbell, a senior beach volleyball student-athlete from Corinth, Texas, joined The Real Deal podcast to talk about her debut romance novel “It's Been Five Years,” which released on Feb. 5.

In this episode, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner dive into the latest buzz surrounding beach volleyball partnerships and player dynamics. They kick off with a light-hearted introduction, teasing some 'dirty rumors' about who's playing with whom and the anticipated changes in the volleyball world. The conversation quickly shifts to upcoming training camps and events, highlighting the excitement for both players and fans alike. Mark shares details about various camps across the U.S., emphasizing the unique opportunities for players to enhance their skills and connect with top coaches. As the episode progresses, the duo delves into the shifting landscape of partnerships in beach volleyball, particularly on the women's side. They discuss notable changes, including Megan Kraft's new partnership with Kelly Chang and the return of Molly Turner with Tony Rodriguez. The hosts express their enthusiasm for these pairings, highlighting the potential for exciting performances in the upcoming season. They also touch on the importance of mentorship in the sport, especially regarding blocking techniques, and the evolving nature of women's beach volleyball, which is becoming increasingly aggressive and competitive. Overall, the episode is a blend of insider information, personal anecdotes, and a celebration of the sport's growth. In this episode, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner delve into the evolving landscape of beach volleyball, discussing the pressures and challenges faced by athletes on the World Tour. They reflect on the importance of passion for the game, as exemplified by top players who balance their love for volleyball with the grind of travel and competition. The conversation shifts to the dynamics of team partnerships, highlighting the fluid nature of player relationships and the impact of personal choices on performance. They also touch on the potential changes within USA Volleyball's structure, debating the merits of a centralized coaching system versus a more free-market approach to partnerships. The episode wraps up with insights into the current state of men's and women's volleyball in the U.S., emphasizing the need for strategic changes to enhance competitiveness on the international stage. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Beach Volleyball Rumors01:28 Upcoming Training Camps and Events06:02 Shifting Partnerships in Women's Volleyball10:01 Exciting New Pairings and Player Dynamics15:31 The Evolution of Women's Beach Volleyball20:00 Mentorship and Coaching in Volleyball24:03 The Passion for Volleyball25:30 The Grind of Travel and Competition27:54 Partnership Dynamics in Volleyball33:56 USA Volleyball's Future Direction40:38 The Need for Strategic Changes

In this episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, Bourne and good friend Savvy Cory -- the former Savvy Simo! – chat about all of the huge changes in the beach volleyball landscape, and especially Savvy's own. She discusses: Changing her own name to Savvy Cory after getting married to Evan Cory How her and Devon Newberry became partners Why she defected from USA Volleyball's training group Why she's enjoying getting away from the beach volleyball ecosystem a bit this season And so much more! SHOOTS! *** Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, SANDCAST-20. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, head over to our website and subscribe! We'd love to have ya! https://www.sandcastvolleyball.com/ SHOOTS!

Can you turn your passion for beach volleyball into a thriving business... even after retiring? In this episode, we sit down with Steve Stacey, a former Navy Captain who used Better at Beach's systems to launch Naples Beach Volleyball from scratch. Steve shares his blueprint for building a local volleyball community, negotiating with city officials for free court space, and why curiosity is the ultimate superpower for coaches.

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features the hottest new team in the USA Volleyball landscape: Taylor Crabb and Andy Benesh. They chat about all things partnership, including: How the two wound up together Why Benesh sought a switch in partners, and why he's so excited about playing with Taylor Crabb USA Volleyball's new centralized system on the beach Why winning an Olympic medal, not just qualifying, is the ultimate goal. And much, much more. SHOOTS! *** Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, SANDCAST-20. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, head over to our website and subscribe! We'd love to have ya! https://www.sandcastvolleyball.com/ SHOOTS!

Time to get sandy! We're about a month away from LSU Beach Volleyball season. Head coach Russell Brock joins the latest edition of Tigers Win to preview it all and talk about his 2026 roster over at Death Volley. Watch the episode exclusively on LSU Plus.

Get to know LSU Beach Volleyball fifth-year senior Amaya Messier, who joined the Tigers from the University of Utah, on the latest episode of The Real Deal. Messier is a native of Aurora, Colo. and went to Cherokee Trail HS. Watch on LSU Plus.

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter features Marco Krattiger, Switzerland's longtime veteran blocker who has been playing professional beach volleyball for more than a decade -- and is only just now beginning to peak, as he and Leo Dillier finished ninth at the 2025 Beach Volleyball World Championships. Their year included a top-10 at the Gstaad Elite, the home event to all Swiss Beach Volleyball players, victories over Ondrej Perusic and David Schweiner, Evandro and Arthur, Stefan Boermans and Yorick de Groot, and more. Chapters with Marco Krattiger 00:00 Introduction and World Championships Tournament Context 03:46 Experiences at World Championships 06:12 Expectations vs. Reality in Major Events 10:55 The Roller Coaster of Performance 12:50 Learning from Low Points 15:41 Evolution of Beach Volleyball Tactics 18:47 The Impact of Rule Changes 24:24 Player Dynamics and Team Chemistry 28:15 Toughest Opponents in Beach Volleyball 33:36 The Rise of Swiss Beach Volleyball 47:49 Future of Swiss Women in Beach Volleyball *** WE'VE GOT MERCH! Check it out here!! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, SANDCAST-20. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  We are FIRED UP to announce that we've signed on for another year with Athletic Greens! Get a FREE year's supply of Vitamin D by purchasing with that link.  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, head over to our website and subscribe! We'd love to have ya! https://www.sandcastvolleyball.com/  

Mike and Steve reported on James Madison's decision to hire Billy Napier, LSU's recruiting class in the early national signing period, and the Saints' injury list. Guerry Smith, a Tulane beat writer for The Times-Picayune, joined Weekend Kickoff to preview the Green Wave's battle against North Texas in the AAC Championship Game. The guys interviewed Sam Spiegelman, a national recruiting analyst for On3 Sports, and Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak. Mike and Steve spoke to Kristen Nuss, a professional beach volleyball player, about the upcoming "Santa in the Sand" charity event. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their weekly "Pick-Six" segment.

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on December 2nd 2025. You can hear more reports on our homepage www.radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio. Presenter & producer: Michael Walsh

Welcome back to SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, where we are back, again, from the Intercontinental Hotel in Adelaide, home of the 2025 Beach Volleyball World Championships. Travis and Kyle Friend had 8 matches of commentary today from the world champs – and then delivered this pod, where Travis chats about: Jacob Holting-Nilsson and Elmer Andersson, earning their Ice Men nickname over James Shaw and Chaim Schalk France's Arnaud Gauthier-Rat and Teo Rotar continuing their sensational run with a three-set win over Germany's Lukas Pfretzschner and Sven Winter David Ahman and Jonatan Hellvig siding out 92% in a sweep win over Evandro and Arthur Clemens Wickler and Nils Ehlers taking out the defening World Champs, Ondrej Perusic and David Schweiner, earning an Olympic gold medal rematch vs. David Ahman and Jonatan Hellvig Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth with ZERO – I REPEAT ZERO – errors in their win over Lexy Denaburg and Julia Donlin, and why there is no asterisk on this fifth place finish for Denaburg and Donlin Thamela and Victoria alas resuming their form as the No. 1 team in the world with a sweep win over Italy's Valentina Gottardi and Reka Orsi Toth Tina Graudina and Anastasija Samoilova remaining unblemished in another sweep win over Kelly Cheng and Molly Shaw Carol and Rebecca continuing their tour de force in a clash of the hottest teams of the tournament against Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson FLAT WHITE! SHOOTS! *** WE'VE GOT MERCH! Check it out here!! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, SANDCAST-20. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  We are FIRED UP to announce that we've signed on for another year with Athletic Greens! Get a FREE year's supply of Vitamin D by purchasing with that link.  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, head over to our website and subscribe! We'd love to have ya! https://www.sandcastvolleyball.com/ Our medical timeout was brought to you by SHIELD Athletic Tape. If you're an athlete, coach, or just train hard, you know that staying healthy is easier said than done— it's about staying supported. That's where SHIELD comes in. SHIELD is a U.S.-based athletic tape company built by athletes, for athletes. Whether it's rigid tape for serious support, kinesiology tape with true 4-way stretch for maximum mobility, or turf tape to fight off burns on the field — SHIELD's got you covered. They even make recovery wraps for post-session cooldowns and inflammation control. And because it's all made right here in the U.S., you're getting elite quality and fast delivery —they are truly not cutting corners. Try SHIELD today — support that actually performs. Check them out at shieldhealthandfitness.com and use code SANDCAST for a discount. Tape smarter. Train harder. SHIELD up.  

Welcome back to SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, where Travis is back breaking down all things Beach Volleyball World Championships in Adelaide, Australia. The round of 32 is over, and in this episode, we highlight: - The huge and shocking upset delivered to Terese Cannon and Megan Kraft by Martina Maixnerova and Kylie Neuschaeferova - The not so huge but still unexpected upset of Marco Krattiger and Leo Dillier over Stefan Boermans and Yorick de Groot - The still less huge but still unexpected upsets of Chaim Schalk and James Shaw over Nicolas Capogrosso and Tomas Capogrosso, and Julia Donlin and Lexy Denaburg of USA Volleyball over Zoe Verge-Depre and Anouk Verge-Depre - The ALMOST upsets, but not quite, as Thamela and Victoria survive Lezana Placette and Alexia Richard, Evandro and Arthur survive Ben O'Dea and Brad Fuller, and Anders Mol and Christian Sorum survive Sam Schachter and Jonathan Pickett - The Cinderella run of Melanie Paul and Lea Kunst amidst a thriving German federation, who will also see Louisa Lippmann and Linda Bock, and Sandra Ittlinger and Anna Grune in the round of 16 - The Big Game hunter who is Valentina Gottardi, as the Italian blocker and Reka Orsi Toth knocked out Germany's top pair in Cinja Tillmann and Svenja Muller - Poland's brutal draw of David Ahman and Jonatan Hellvig in the first round - Ondrej Perusic and David Schweiner continuing their World Championships title defense - Hendrik Mol and Mathias Berntsen careering at the perfect time with a fourth straight sweep SHEW! We'll be back again tomorrow! SHOOTS! *** WE'VE GOT MERCH! Check it out here!! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, SANDCAST-20. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  We are FIRED UP to announce that we've signed on for another year with Athletic Greens! Get a FREE year's supply of Vitamin D by purchasing with that link.  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, head over to our website and subscribe! We'd love to have ya! https://www.sandcastvolleyball.com/ Our medical timeout was brought to you by SHIELD Athletic Tape. If you're an athlete, coach, or just train hard, you know that staying healthy is easier said than done— it's about staying supported. That's where SHIELD comes in. SHIELD is a U.S.-based athletic tape company built by athletes, for athletes. Whether it's rigid tape for serious support, kinesiology tape with true 4-way stretch for maximum mobility, or turf tape to fight off burns on the field — SHIELD's got you covered. They even make recovery wraps for post-session cooldowns and inflammation control. And because it's all made right here in the U.S., you're getting elite quality and fast delivery —they are truly not cutting corners. Try SHIELD today — support that actually performs. Check them out at shieldhealthandfitness.com and use code SANDCAST for a discount. Tape smarter. Train harder. SHIELD up.

Daniel serves up questions to one of his sports heroes, fellow UCF alum and Olympic beach volleyball gold medalist Phil Dalhausser.