Bump, Set, Mic...The Junior Club Volleyball Podcast by TNT

What's volleyball life really like for the players in the middle? In this episode, the second in Bump, Set, Mic's planned series of episodes on each on-court position, Chuck and Brian sit down with college, TNT, and high school coach LJ Brothers to talk about his volleyball journey, unpack what makes middle blockers great,  and share tips on how families can navigate the recruiting process.  They...

More athletes than ever seem to be quitting their volleyball teams mid-season — but why is it happening, and what can families learn from it? In this episode of Bump Set Mic, we take a deep dive into one of the biggest issues facing club volleyball today: quitting during the season, navigating adversity, and deciding whether it's time to stay with your current club or move on. We discuss the real...

If you've ever wondered why one player on the volleyball court wears a different colored jersey, what rules actually apply to them, or how coaches decide who gets that jersey, episode 42 of "Bump, Set, Mic" covers it all regarding the libero position. Hosts Chuck Dougherty and Brian Mooney welcome Coach Jea Lee back to the show to unpack the libero, one of the most visible—and most misunderstood—p...

Some teams chase trophies, while others prioritize growth. What about pursuing both? Even if it appears that a tournament team is sandbagging, is that reality of what's really going on? In episode 41 of "Bump, Set, Mic, the TNT Volleyball Club Podcast,"Chuck and Brian are joined by Leon Kasperski, TNT's Director of Operations and scheduler extraordinaire, to go behind the scenes regarding the cont...

"Champions aren't made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside of them: a desire, a dream, a vision" - Muhammad Ali. These wise words from the greatest boxer of all time directly connect to the focus of episode 40 of "Bump, Set, Mic, the TNT Volleyball Podcast." In this episode, Chuck and Brian welcome TNT parents and mental health professionals Stephanie Hutchman ( Instag...

It's a party at The Armory! TNT Volleyball is thrilled to mark one year since opening the doors to our wonderful facility, The Armory in Horsham, PA. This episode of "Bump, Set, Mic: the TNT Volleyball Podcast" begins with a celebration of all that The Armory has added to life here at the club. In addition, during this episode Chuck and Brian brought some of TNT's 15U and 17U Platinum players into...

Film doesn't lie - and in club volleyball, it can help coaches to improve their practice, players to devleop faster, and parents to stay aligned with the process they invest so much in for the benefit of their children. In this episode of "Bump, Set, Mic, the TNT Volleyball Podcast," hosts Brian Mooney and club director Chuck Dougherty welcome returning guest and resident analytics guru, Coach Sam...

Ready or not, here comes the club season! Bump Set Mic gets it started in episode 37 with an energetic, behind-the-scenes look at TNT Volleyball's kickoff to the new season. Hosts Brian Mooney and club director Chuck Dougherty, joined early by TNT's Director of Operations Leon Kasperski, break down the realities of the club's efforts when navigating tournament scheduling chaos, hotel "stay-to-play...

Team parents are the quiet leaders on every junior volleyball team that work closely with coaches and the club to make the season better for players, families, and everyone involved. In Episode 36 of the TNT Junior Volleyball Club podcast, hosts Brian Mooney and Chuck Dougherty discuss the crucial role of team parents in club volleyball. They emphasize the importance of team parents in fostering a...

Wondering what college volleyball life is like for a Division 1 athlete? This episode of Bump, Set, Mic, the TNT Volleyball Podcast Presents the College Experience Series  continues with a focus on the player perspective featuring players from Marist University in New York. In this second episode of the series, Bump, Set, Mic co-hosts Chuck Dougherty and Brian Mooney sat down again with TNT Direct...

Bump,  Set, Mic, the TNT Volleyball Podcast, is thrilled to present the first episode of our new College Experience Series.  So much is often discussed about how players should go about trying to get recruited, but what is life like for college players, coaches, and others involved in the college game once that occurs? The College Experience Series will have you covered with all you need to know a...

We've got a fun one for you this time on TNT Bump. Set. Mic.! 🎙️ We're kicking things off with a recap of our 12U–14U tryouts—lots of energy, tons of talent, and a few process improvements to make this our smoothest tryout ever!  If you ever wondered how we manage 250 girls in a single tryout, we give you peek under the covers. At TNT, we are always striving for improvement, so we develped our own...

In Episode 32 of Bump. Set. Mic. , Chuck and Brian dive into the heart of TNT Volleyball: our  core values . From the early days of the club to today, these values have shaped who we are, how we play, and the community we build. We'll explore why our values matter , how they've evolved over the years , and the role they play in guiding every decision—from coaching and player development to buildin...

An exciting first for the podcast comes your way in episode 31! Chuck and Brian are joined by TNT boys' program directors Jacki Curci and Bob Minschwaner to discuss the history and growth of boys volleyball, and how they have been producing successful boys teams since 2010!  They discuss relevant topics such as the challenges of building a competitive schedule, how to get recruited by colleges as...

Did you ever wonder how clubs create tournament schedules for teams?  If you have ever found yourself scratching your head or irritated about anything related to your schedule, you don't want to miss this episode.  In Episode 30, Season 3, Chuck and Brian talk to the schedule maker extraordinaire, a.k.a The Unicorn, a.k.a Leon Kasperski to discuss all of the things that need to be considered when...

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

In Episode 28, Season 2 of the podcast kicks off at "The Owner's Box" ... i.e. Chuck's house. At the start, Chuck and Brian begin discussing their recent time in Orlando at AAU Nationals with the TNT girls' teams while also wishing the boys' teams who are currently competing there the best of luck. After that, they talk briefly about the quick tunraround from one season to the next before moving f...

In Episode 27, Chuck and Brian discuss TNT's summer programs and which one is right for you! We look ahead to AAU Nationals and discuss the upcoming summer tryouts as next season quickly approaches. In addition, Chuck and Brian discuss some current events in the crazy world of Philadelphia club volleyball and provide some advice on what to look for when trying to decide which clubs to try out for....

In episode 26, Chuck and Brian welcome four of the club's female coaches, Casey Jenkins, Amber Wood, Kira Campbell, and Sue Rose to the podcast for our "Ladies' Night" episode to share their experiences as players, coaches, parents, and maternal figures within the volleyball community. This episode highlights topics such as the variety of experiences and perspectives that female coaches bring to t...

We're hitting the mid-season mark, and it's time to check in with the minds behind the game. In this special roundtable episode, we sit down with TNT Coaches, Players and Directors to break down the highs, lows, and surprises of the season so far. We're talking team development, tactical adjustments, what players are learning, and how coaches are keeping their squads focused for the stretch run. E...

If you thought Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) just applied to D1 College athletes (like we did!), boy were you wrong!  Courtney Altemus from Advance NIL joins Chuck and Brian to set the record straight. In Episode 24 of Bump. Set. Mic, we dive deep into the world of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights, focusing on how it's changing things in the college world and also impacting high school ath...

Ever wonder if you should try to squeeze in Strength and Conditioning Training during the Season?  We have the science and data to answer that question!  Ever wonder how your athlete should be eating at a tournament to keep fresh all day long?  Listen to what we learned! In Episode 23, Chuck and Brian welcome back Emily Neff from Relentless Athletics to share her findings from her research on In-S...

In Episode 22, Chuck and Brian talk to Volleyball Lifer and College Coach Eli Porr and Volleyball Dad and TNT Club Director Leon Kasperski as they discuss their thoughts on the College Recruiting process. This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering playing college volleyball or simply trying to decide if college volleyball is right for them. In Segment 1, we discuss what college coaches a...

In Episode 21, Chuck and Brian travel to Baltimore, MD for the JVA Charm City Classic to talk to Team Mom, Parent, and Former D1 athlete, Natalie McIlhenny. This episode talks about what to expect as a new parent venturing into the world of club Volleyball and is a MUST LISTEN for all parents.  Natalie does an amazing job of putting things into perspective and gives her tips, tricks, and lessons l...

The first episode of 2025 finds Chuck and Brian at TNT's just-opened new facility, the Armory! In Segment 1, we talk about the benefits of the new facility now that it's open - and how it came to fruition. Segment 2 answers some important questions about the start of the club volleyball tournament season as posted by our Facebook friends at Volleyball Moms.  Wanna hear out take on teams yelling "B...