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Dan welcomes Kristen Kelsay, the new head volleyball coach at Michigan State, to discuss her journey from player to coach. Kristen shares her experiences in the recruiting process, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges she faced along the way. She touches on the significance of effective communication and conflict resolution in coaching, as well as the impact of strong female role models in her life. The discussion highlights Kristen's coaching philosophy and her commitment to creating a culture of care and concern within her program. Kristen Kelsay and Dan then discuss the nuances of coaching, focusing on the importance of empathy, the balance between transformational and transactional leadership, and the emotional challenges faced by coaches. They explore the significance of time in athlete development, the need for a personal coaching philosophy, and the complexities of building relationships with athletes. Additionally, they delve into the specifics of setter training, emphasizing the balance between technique and tactical understanding.
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00:00 Return of the Podcast
03:06 Kristen Kelsay: Journey to Head Coach
09:17 The Transition: Finding Confidence and Opportunity
12:16 HS Recruiting Process
21:12 Finding Home: The Michigan State Experience
23:13 The Evolution of Coaching Opportunities
24:33 Transitioning from Player to Coach
27:36 Mentorship and Leadership in Coaching
30:39 The Importance of Strong Female Role Models
33:11 Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution
36:18 Navigating the Changing Landscape of College Sports
41:30 Transformational vs. Transactional Coaching Philosophy
48:21 The Journey of a First-Time Head Coach
51:59 Emotional Challenges in Coaching Transitions
56:44 The Evolution of Setter Training
01:08:19Feedback Dynamics and Coaching Relationships
THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR BALLTIME!!!
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Dan welcomes Kristen Kelsay, the new head volleyball coach at Michigan State, to discuss her journey from player to coach. Kristen shares her experiences in the recruiting process, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges she faced along the way. She touches on the significance of effective communication and conflict resolution in coaching, as well as the impact of strong female role models in her life. The discussion highlights Kristen's coaching philosophy and her commitment to creating a culture of care and concern within her program. Kristen Kelsay and Dan then discuss the nuances of coaching, focusing on the importance of empathy, the balance between transformational and transactional leadership, and the emotional challenges faced by coaches. They explore the significance of time in athlete development, the need for a personal coaching philosophy, and the complexities of building relationships with athletes. Additionally, they delve into the specifics of setter training, emphasizing the balance between technique and tactical understanding.
JUMP TO A TOPIC!
00:00 Return of the Podcast
03:06 Kristen Kelsay: Journey to Head Coach
09:17 The Transition: Finding Confidence and Opportunity
12:16 HS Recruiting Process
21:12 Finding Home: The Michigan State Experience
23:13 The Evolution of Coaching Opportunities
24:33 Transitioning from Player to Coach
27:36 Mentorship and Leadership in Coaching
30:39 The Importance of Strong Female Role Models
33:11 Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution
36:18 Navigating the Changing Landscape of College Sports
41:30 Transformational vs. Transactional Coaching Philosophy
48:21 The Journey of a First-Time Head Coach
51:59 Emotional Challenges in Coaching Transitions
56:44 The Evolution of Setter Training
01:08:19Feedback Dynamics and Coaching Relationships
THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR BALLTIME!!!
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