The Coaches Group Chat

A transformative week in volleyball sees the introduction of the Baby on Benches Rule, allowing coaches to bring their babies onto benches during matches. We discuss the impact of this change, alongside John Cook's retirement, spring tryouts excitement, finishing with a discussion on volleyball superstars: Moni Nikolov vs. Harper Murray. • Discussion of the Baby Bench Rule and its implication...

This episode dives into the complexities of NCAA volleyball rankings, exploring their quirks, controversies, and significant impacts on team dynamics. We discuss player transfers, upcoming matches, and potential rule changes: • Insights on coaches' polling and its biases  • Discussion on the world of NIL in college sports • Preview of key upcoming matches between top teams  • Proposed rule ch...

In this episode, we explore: • SoCal Cup roundup • Game results and reflections on tournament performances  • Insights into coaching strategies and player growth  • Discussion on AVCA rankings and predictions for upcoming matches  • Anecdotes from tournament chaos and life in volleyball  • National Champion predictions

S2E2 provides an in-depth analysis of recent men’s volleyball matches, focusing on team dynamics and standout players. We then move into the emerging rivalry between the PVF and LOVB leagues. We then finish off with AVCA ranking evaluations, performance observations, and predictions for future matchups.  • Analyzing the matchup between Ball State and Stanford • Evaluating team performances and pla...

Our latest episode is packed with predictions about the upcoming college volleyball season, covering everything from champion favorites to potential up-and-coming teams. With discussions on coaching changes, player developments, and the overall shifting landscape of the sport, we eagerly lay out our thoughts and invite listeners to join in on the excitement. Discussion on Erik Sullivan's new...

Did you ever wonder why some volleyball matches feel like electric rock concerts while others seem like a quiet library? Join us as we kick off this episode with a sweet anecdote about York Peppermint Patties and how they became an unlikely hero at tournament desks. Chad shares his firsthand experience from Arlington's Volleyball Nations League (VNL), where even top-tier matches like Serbia v...

Get ready to relive the rollercoaster emotions of the men's volleyball semifinals, where UCLA narrowly clinched victory from Irvine and Long Beach State mounted an incredible comeback against Grand Canyon. Feel the electric charge as we dissect Mason Briggs' game-changing performance that turned the tide for Long Beach, and join us in pondering the historic moment men's volleyball m...

Here is what ChatGPT spit out when we asked it to summarize todays episode: Get ready to spike your knowledge of college volleyball as we serve up a hearty post-season analysis! Our special guest, Bobby, joins the crew to dissect our preseason forecasts, celebrating the aces and learning from the faults. We're not just talking about who soared and who stumbled in the Big West, MIVA, and EIVA—...

This is what ChatGPT says is todays episode description: Ever found yourself laughing at the mishaps that come with tweeting idioms? Imagine my surprise when my own Twitter fiasco turned into a source of shared giggles. In this lively episode, we tackle everything from the quirky allure of holiday candies—team Easter or Halloween, pick your sugary fighter—to navigating the choppy waters of selling...

Strap on your knee pads and join us for a rollicking journey through the world of youth volleyball coaching, with peals of laughter and sage advice served in equal measure. In our latest episode, Bob, Ariel, Chad, and I, Matt, trade stories from the court with the same energy and spirit as our U-14 athletes bringing their all to the game. From the rush of a tournament weekend to the invaluable les...

Ever found yourself chuckling over a case of mistaken fruit identity or debating the merits of volleyball tournaments with friends? That's exactly where we landed in our latest episode, kicking things off with a humorous mix-up involving nectarines—yes, those juicy summer gems—and a timely correction from our ever-reliable virtual sidekick. The laughs didn't end there, as we spun yarns a...

Have you ever bumped into a celebrity doppelganger or felt the pang of missing camaraderie from a break? No, it's not a new reality TV theme; it's just us, weaving personal tales with the fabric of sports commentary. This episode takes you from laugh-out-loud branding brainstorms featuring Marcus Mariota, all the way to the solo ventures of everyday life. Our storytelling doesn't en...

We were without producer Bob this episode and it shows as Matt forgot to turn the camera on 🤦‍♂️  But show must go on as we discuss: Chad's airborne birthday Hawaii trip recap Updated NCAA rankings VolleyDork gets acquired Revamping stats in volleyball: Expected Value Upsets around the country Volleyball Super Bowl ad spot Volleyball: Not for Everyone

AVCA Rankings Arielle's viral videos Women coaching in a boys game Favorite NCAA Assistant Coaches Nominee for Bench Player of the Year

Prepare to up your volleyball IQ as we serve up a jam-packed episode from courtside chaos to strategic playbooks of the past two weeks. We're volleying across the board, from the thrills of the SoCal Cup right to the heart of the AVCA convention, and then setting up for the intensity of the Austin First Point Collegiate Challenge. Witness as top-ranked teams establish their authority in the m...

Welcome to the Coaches Group Chat! On this episode we make our predictions for the 2024 NCAA Men's College Volleyball season: 1. National Champion 2. League winners of the Big West, MPSF, MIVA and EIVA 3. Player of the Year 4. Freshman of the Year 5. Most Improved Team 6. 'Biggest Loser' of the 2024 season 7. Newest Trend in MVB