Podcasts about pro volleyball federation

At just 22 years old, Cecile Reynaud was thrust into being the Head Coach of Florida State University's Women's Volleyball program. As one of the top female coaches, Cecile recognized many women in the sports coaching world weren't being taken as seriously as their male counterparts. So Cecile decided to do something about it. She's now spent decades uplifting other female coaches across all sports.Dr. Cecile Reynaud's lifetime of achievement and ambition is currently being put to the test as the Vice President of Volleyball Operations for the Pro Volleyball Federation.Janice spoke to her just days before the Pro Volleyball Federation held its first ever national championship game.Links mentioned: For more information go to www.side-out.org. Follow the side-out organization on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutfndn/Have suggestions for the podcast? Email Janice: leaveitbetter@side-out.org

Thinking about a career in professional volleyball? Star players Kendall White and Sydney Hilley share what it's really like. From the NCAA, to the Omaha Supernovas, Kendall and Sydney are charting a path for future players with the United States' Pro Volleyball Federation.They've played professional volleyball for various countries around the world, where overcoming the language barrier is as difficult as dealing with the thousands of miles separating them from their friends and families. They talk to Janice about the differences competing back in the U.S. for the first time.Learn about the mindset Sydney and Kendall bring to the court, where they're trying to beat former teammates in front of a crowd of new fans.Links mentioned: For more information go to www.side-out.org. Follow the side-out organization on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutfndn/Have suggestions for the podcast? Email Janice: leaveitbetter@side-out.org

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In this week's episode, Cahner welcomes a special guest, Brooke Nuneviller, a player for the Omaha Supernovas volleyball team. Brooke shares her journey from a volleyball-loving family to playing professionally. As they dive into the world of the Supernovas, Brooke highlights the team's impressive ranking and their recent championship victory in their inaugural season. Listeners will gain insight into a day in Brooke's life, from intense training schedules to her love for cooking and team bonding activities. The duo discusses popular local hangouts, including sushi spots like Yoshitomo and fun team outings at Let It Fly and Reno's karaoke.   Throughout the episode, they also touch on exciting upcoming events, including Supernovas games and a Spice Girls tribute concert. 00:00 - Introduction & Guest Introduction 01:10 - Brooke's Volleyball Journey & Omaha Supernovas 02:30 - Pro Volleyball Federation & Team Success 04:00 - Omaha's Volleyball Culture & Fan Support 06:40 - A Day in the Life of a Pro Volleyball Player 08:15 - Favorite Omaha Spots & Team Bonding 12:00 - Love for Cooking & Coffee Shops 16:00 - Answering Listener Questions 20:30 - Upcoming Omaha Events (March 27-30) 23:15 - Omaha Supernovas' Upcoming Games 25:00 - Volleyball Positions & Brooke's Role Event Links: NFM Women's Month Panel & Mixer/Brunch: https://omahaplaces.com/event/nfm-womens-month-panel-mixer-brunch/ Wannabe – A Spice Girls Tribute:https://omahaplaces.com/event/wannabe-a-spice-girls-tribute/ Omaha Supernovas vs. Vegas Thrill: https://omahaplaces.com/event/omaha-supernovas-vs-vegas-thrill-volleyball-game/ |Instagram | |TikTok| | Youtube | | Subscribe to our newsletter| |Visit our website| A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Ch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For decades, the best volleyball players in the country had few places to turn to if they wanted to stay with the sport they loved after college. Jen Spicher helped change that. As the CEO of the newly created "Pro Volleyball Federation," Jen is giving women a chance to continue their dreams. In her talk with Janice, Jen breaks down just what it takes to launch a new professional sports league. Jen also offers her unique perspective on the difference between being a college NCAA coach, and a coach on the professional level.Links mentioned: For more information go to www.side-out.org. Follow the side-out organization on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutfndn/Have suggestions for the podcast? Email Janice: leaveitbetter@side-out.org

Brandon Kravitz from 96.9 The Game talks sports and starts off by talking about the Orlando Valkyries, a women's professional indoor volleyball team based here in Orlando, that competes in the Pro Volleyball Federation. Brandon then covers what's going on with the Orlando Magic, before wrapping it up by discussing Orlando City SC's securing their first win of the MLS season.

The Orlando Valkyries are rolling in the Pro Volleyball Federation in it's first year in the league. Brandon is joined by head coach Amy Pauly to dive into the 8-4 season, 6-match winning streak, and a preview of the home match on Saturday against Atlanta.

In episode 115, Stephen is flying solo. He welcomes PVF Atlanta Vibe opposite Merritt Beason (6:17 - 34:52). Merritt talks about what it's like playing professionally in the United States and making the All-Star roster in her first season. She also shares about her time on the U21 and U.S. Women's National Team. Merritt has great stories about her volleyball journey and talks about what she learned as a player at Nebraska. This is a great conversation leading into this PVF All-Star Weekend! Text us!

Listen to Yao Ming, former NBA player and former President of the Chinese Basketball Association, and Logan Tom, Vice President of Player Personnel for the U.S. Pro Volleyball Federation and head coach of Maccabi Raanana, talk about U.S.-China sports exchange in a discussion moderated by Nancy Yao, Assistant Professor Adjunct & Assistant Dean for the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale University. This dialogue was part of the 2024 U.S.-China People's Dialogue, which took place in Beijing on November 21, 2024. See full bios and learn more about the event: https://www.ncuscr.org/2024-us-china-peoples-dialogue/

Norah Sis and Kendra Wait were All-American volleyball players for Creighton University. Both earned Big East Player of the Year honors and started all four years for the Blue Jays. They are also both playing for the Pro Volleyball Federation in their first season of professional volleyball. Kendra is a setter for the Omaha Supernovas, and Norah is an outside hitter for the Orlando Valkyries. The two former Blue Jays led Creighton to tie for 5th in the recent NCAA Division I National Championship and a win over the defending National Champion Texas Longhorns in the Mideast Regional semifinals. Both majored in nursing at Creighton and played under head coach Kirsten Booth and associate head coach Angie Oxley. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-24:45) – Query & Company opens on a Wednesday with Jake Query and Jimmy Cook discussing last night’s blowout loss for the Indiana Hoosiers against the Illinois Illini. They play some comments made by Mike Woodson after the game and then discuss the fans chanting “fire Mike Woodson.” (24:45-34:11) – After sharing some thoughts about Mike Woodson, this current roster of Indiana players, and the state of IU basketball, Jake and Jimmy take calls from IU basketball fans with their thoughts on the program. (34:11-45:48) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Jimmy taking more calls from Indiana basketball fans to voice their opinion. (45:48-1:13:19) – Former Indiana Hoosier Brian Evans joins Query & Company to assess where things are at right now with the IU basketball program, explains what he is seeing right now from the product on the floor, doesn’t believe Indiana did not explore enough candidates back during the last hiring cycle for the position, evaluates if Indiana needs to stop attempting hiring guys that are connected to the Bob Knight era, and revisits why he was scared about IU basketball when Mike Woodson was initially hired. (1:13:19-1:21:57) – After spending the first half of the show discussing the state of IU basketball, Jake and Jimmy shifted their conversation to the Indiana Pacers with their losing streak coming to an end last night. (1:21:57-1:31:42) – Hour two of the program concludes with Jake asking Jimmy to guess what the top three answers were to last night’s Family Feud game that was played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during one of the timeouts. (1:31:42-1:53:01) – Alex Golden from Setting The Pace joins Jake Query and Jimmy Cook on the program to discuss last night’s loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, explains why he believes that the best thing for the Pacers to do is stand pat as the trade deadline nears, agrees with Jake that the Pacers have survived the hardest portion of their schedule, and evaluates how the Pacers should handle Tyrese Haliburton’s groin injury. (1:53:01-2:07:55) – Indy Ignite outside hitter, Leketor Member-Meneh joins Query & Company to discuss their season opening win over the Orlando Valkyries, compares the talent across the Pro Volleyball Federation, explains how her background of her parents being from Nigeria has got here to where she it at right now, and how eye opening her experience was the two times that she visited Nigeria. (2:07:55-2:13:23) – Today’s show ends with the JCook Plays of the Day and JMV joining the guys in studio to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-28:58) – Former Indiana Hoosier Brian Evans joins Query & Company to assess where things are at right now with the IU basketball program, explains what he is seeing right now from the product on the floor, doesn’t believe Indiana did not explore enough candidates back during the last hiring cycle for the position, evaluates if Indiana needs to stop attempting hiring guys that are connected to the Bob Knight era, and revisits why he was scared about IU basketball when Mike Woodson was initially hired. (28:58-41:00) – Alex Golden from Setting The Pace joins Jake Query and Jimmy Cook on the program to discuss last night’s loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, explains why he believes that the best thing for the Pacers to do is stand pat as the trade deadline nears, agrees with Jake that the Pacers have survived the hardest portion of their schedule, and evaluates how the Pacers should handle Tyrese Haliburton’s groin injury. (41:00-55:44) – Indy Ignite outside hitter, Leketor Member-Meneh joins Query & Company to discuss their season opening win over the Orlando Valkyries, compares the talent across the Pro Volleyball Federation, explains how her background of her parents being from Nigeria has got here to where she it at right now, and how eye opening her experience was the two times that she visited Nigeria.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Unrivaled Team Draft Day! Sarah, Alex, and Mish debut a fool-proof points system to help you pick which Unrivaled club to root for in the league’s inaugural season! It’s part hoops draft, part Seventeen magazine quiz and part Buzzfeed personality test. Plus, WoSo wedding szn and super slices have us siced! Want to help contribute essentials to those impacted by the LA fires? The folks at Deep Blue Sports are helping organize a drive. Details can be found here! All of the Unrivaled rosters, logos, coaches, and branding can be found on the league’s website. Check it out here We want to see your Unrivaled draft sheet! Post a photo on social (and tag Sarah!) or send us an email at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Check out ArtButMakeItSports’s recent twitter post featuring Naomi Osaka and the 1830s painting “Under the Wave off Kanagawa” here Shoutout to super slice Joey for making a composite calendar for LOVB, Unrivaled, AU Basketball, and Pro Volleyball Federation games. You can find that schedule here Check out Toronto Tempo merch here The Brittney Sykes dancing video Misha referenced can be found here Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GRANT HANSEN is the new radio voice of the Omaha Supernovas, the champions in the first year of the Pro Volleyball Federation. The club is back to defend its title in 2025. Grant is a Nebraska native who works at Walnut Media in Omaha, with a variety of play-by-play duties and he helps oversee the company's new podcast center, Performance Podcasts. He can be found at @HansenNotHanson on X/Twitter Recorded January 10, 2025

To round out our sports leadership focus this year, on this final 2024 episode of Indianapolis Business Journal's podcast, The Freedom Forum with Angela B. Freeman, we are excited to announce our guest is Mary Kay Huse of Indy Ignite Pro Volleyball. Mary Kay stopped by the studio to tell us all about this brand new professional women's volleyball team beginning its first season here in Indianapolis on January 11, 2025. Specifically, Mary Kay provided significant insight into how this first expansion team of the Pro Volleyball Federation landed in Indy, has recruited its players, and is working to ensure this new professional women's sport incites a substantial following to establish its own legacy that will continue for years. Mary Kay also described her own entrepreneurial leadership journey that has led to this unique and exciting career opportunity through which she intends to have lasting impact.  

It's an action-packed episode of the Tops Live Volleyball Podcast that you do not want to miss.The main story is the Hilltopper squad's upcoming clash with Minnesota in the NCAA Tournament on Thursday at 3:30pm CST in Lexington's Historic Memorial Coliseum. WKU will battle the 15th-ranked Golden Gophers for their 6th straight win in the first round of tournament play. As you will hear from Head Coach Travis Hudson, the Hilltoppers will need to be aggressive from the get-go and play without fear or timidity if they want to upset their respected Big 10 foes. After that discussion, Reily catches up with star senior Kaylee Cox ahead of her final NCAA Tournament run on the Hill. She dishes on everything from how the 'Tops can take down Minnesota's strong blocking defense before sharing updates about herself after she got drafted into the Pro Volleyball Federation last week by the Columbus Fury. Finally, senior defensive specialist Madyson Chitty chitchats about her dream of making the NCAA Tournament, what her lone year on the Hill as meant to her, and what turns her life could take once she graduates with her master's next year. Tune in on the Varsity Network or join us for our last 2024 Tops Live Show from Roosters next Monday from 6-7pm. Travis Hudson will sit with Reily for the first half hour before Randy Lee and Head Football Coach Tyson Helton likely discuss the upcoming CUSA Football Championship between WKU and Jacksonville State down in Alabama on Friday. All episodes of the Tops Live Podcast are available wherever you get your podcasts as a part of the Hilltopper Nation Podcast Network powered by Learfield.Thank you for listening. As always, GO TOPS!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Orlando Valkyries were the newest and hottest ticket in town in 2024, in their debut season in the Pro Volleyball Federation. Brandon and Tyler are joined by head coach Amy Pauly, and outside hitter Courtney Schwan to get set for thee fresh season.

In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, host Mark Burik discusses the evolving landscape of professional volleyball in the U.S. with guest Marlie Monserez. They explore Marlie's journey from indoor to beach volleyball and back to indoor, the differences between the Pro Volleyball Federation and Lovb league, player salaries, and the importance of maintaining joy in the sport. The conversation also touches on the skill levels in college versus professional volleyball and the mental approach athletes should adopt to thrive in their careers. In this conversation, Mark Burik discusses the evolution of setting techniques in volleyball, particularly the differences between indoor and beach volleyball. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to new rules and techniques, the influence of coaching on player development, and the strategic mindset required for effective setting. The conversation also touches on the future of beach volleyball and the financial viability of pursuing a career in the sport.

Welcome to the Max Out Mindset Podcast. This is your host, Dr. Larry Widman, and my co-host, Coach Jess Knecht. Our guest today is someone who knows all about performing under pressure and achieving greatness. She has had an extraordinary athletic and coaching career. Her journey started as a standout athlete at Georgia Tech University, where she played on the right side and helped her team reach the Elite Eight in 2003. Her coaching career has been equally impressive, with stops at Appalachian State, the University of Miami, and the University of Kansas. As an assistant coach at Kansas, she played a key role in leading the program to its first-ever Final Four appearance. From there, she became the head coach at Texas A&M, where she guided the team to a Sweet 16 appearance. Most recently, she stepped into the professional volleyball world as an assistant coach for the Omaha Supernovas in the Pro Volleyball Federation. She quickly rose to the position of interim head coach and led the team to an incredible inaugural season, culminating in a national championship. That championship was particularly special, as it marked the first professional volleyball league national championship in America. She embodies everything it means to max out with an overall coaching record of 444-172. Bird emphasizes the foundational role of relationships, mental toughness, and authenticity in her coaching approach. She candidly shares the challenges she faced, particularly in navigating role acceptance within a professional league and the importance of strong administrative support. Reflecting on her decision to return for a second season, she highlights the value of relationships and the competitive chemistry within her team as driving factors. Please welcome Coach Laura "Bird" Kuhn to the Max Out Mindset Podcast. We are so excited to have you here to share your journey and insights. Let's dive in! 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

Kansas City Current defender Alana Cook joins Sarah to talk joining the Current via midseason trade, getting her teammates to eat vegan food, trying to keep up with Temwa Chawinga in practice, and microdosing failure. Plus, our show mascot obsession grows and there's a new No. 1 in college hoops! See the full college hoops AP poll for Week 4 here Pro Volleyball Federation draft results here Check out the list of AU Softball League GMs, players, and coaches here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com  Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Max Out Mindset Podcast. This is your host, Dr. Larry Widman, and my co-host, Coach Jess Knecht. Our guest today is someone who knows all about performing under pressure and achieving greatness. She has had an extraordinary athletic and coaching career. Her journey started as a standout athlete at Georgia Tech University, where she played on the right side and helped her team reach the Elite Eight in 2003. Her coaching career has been equally impressive, with stops at Appalachian State, the University of Miami, and the University of Kansas. As an assistant coach at Kansas, she played a key role in leading the program to its first-ever Final Four appearance. From there, she became the head coach at Texas A&M, where she guided the team to a Sweet 16 appearance. Most recently, she stepped into the professional volleyball world as an assistant coach for the Omaha Supernovas in the Pro Volleyball Federation. She quickly rose to the position of interim head coach and led the team to an incredible inaugural season, culminating in a national championship. That championship was particularly special, as it marked the first professional volleyball league national championship in America. She embodies everything it means to max out with an overall coaching record of 444-172. Bird emphasizes the foundational role of relationships, mental toughness, and authenticity in her coaching approach. She candidly shares the challenges she faced, particularly in navigating role acceptance within a professional league and the importance of strong administrative support. Reflecting on her decision to return for a second season, she highlights the value of relationships and the competitive chemistry within her team as driving factors. Please welcome Coach Laura "Bird" Kuhn to the Max Out Mindset Podcast. We are so excited to have you here to share your journey and insights. Let's dive in! 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

Megan Courtney-Lush, captain of the Columbus Fury of the Pro Volleyball Federation, joins Says Who Sports to discuss the upcoming season, her leadership role with the team, her experiences as a key member of powerhouse Penn State's back-to-back national championship teams in 2013-14 (including being named Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four in 2014), her years playing around the world at the highest level as a professional and what it means to her to be “back home” and performing in front of family and friends, lessons learned from fighting thru and overcoming the adversity of multiple serious injuries in her career, the key ingredient to personal and team greatness in volleyball, the intensity of above-the-net play as an outside hitter and the diverse skill set necessary to play the position, her embrace of the opportunity to influence youngsters and help grow the game, and much more!

In January, the Indy Ignite will give Indiana its first look at professional volleyball. The Ignite are set to open play in the eight-team Pro Volleyball Federation in the new Fishers Events Center. General Manager and President MK Huse gives us an inside look at what fans can expect, and why she wants the team's impact to extend far beyond the court.

The CEO of the Pro Volleyball Federation, Jen Spicher, stops by the podcast to chat about the success of the PVFs first year, goals for year 2, and insights into the world of a college athlete turned CEO!!!Jump to a topic:02:52 Jen Spicher's Volleyball Journey05:12 Transitioning from Athlete to CEO08:17 Building Relationships in Volleyball10:31 The Need for a Pro League12:20 Recruiting Players for the PVF16:25 Overcoming Skepticism in the Volleyball Community 20:18 Recruiting Strategies and Player Relations23:33 Importance of Medical Care for Athletes26:15 Enhancing the Game Experience28:25 Innovations in Officiating and Game Flow29:48 The Thrill of Competition and Challenges in Volleyball32:58 Innovations in Pro Volleyball: The Draft and Player Trades41:56 Goals and Aspirations for Year Two of the League46:13 A Day in the Life of a CEO in Sports50:00 Leadership Insights and Closing ThoughtsBig thanks to our presenting sponsor BALLTIME!!!

“I am who I am because of all the sports that I've done and it's always been a big part of my life.” - Renee Saunders  At the University of Nebraska Renee Saunders was a two-sport Division I athlete playing both volleyball and basketball and brought home a volleyball National Championship.  At Skutt High School, she is a teacher and coach and has brought home nine Nebraska high school state volleyball championships.  As a sports broadcaster she provided color commentary for the Omaha Supernovas as they brought home the first Pro Volleyball Federation title. In 2017, she was inducted into the Nebraska Athletic Hall of Fame and is the only person to receive both Nebraska Athlete of the Year and Coach of the Year honors in the state. She owns the championship mentality. On this episode, Renee talks about the lessons she has learned through playing sports, shares insights into her coaching strategies, and talks about stepping into the unknown and facing the challenges of sports broadcasting. She also talks about the struggles high school athletes face today and offers advice to young athletes on how to help make their dreams come true. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tomgirltv/support