Dr. Anitra Brockman continues to make history! As the head coach of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Men's D1 Volleyball Program, the first NCAA D1 HBCU to add men's volleyball, Dr. Brockman is breaking barriers and paving the way for the next generation of female coaches.

In this episode, we dive into:

• How she went from parent coach to D1 trailblazer
• What it's really like being the only woman in the room
• The misconceptions about women coaching men—and why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness
• Her advice for young coaches: "You don't need permission. All you need is belief in yourself, a mentor, and drive."
• Building a program from scratch with character over talent
• Making volleyball more accessible for communities that need it most

Dr. Brockman's message is clear: Stop waiting for validation. Stop listening to people who don't want you where you are. Go do the dang thing.

Follow Dr. Brockman:Instagram: @DrCoachABrockmanUMES Men's Volleyball: @UMESHawksMVB