Bump, Set, Mic...The TNT Volleyball Podcast

Ep 27 Serving with Purpose: Abbey’s Legacy, the Road to Nationals, and Summer Programs


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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.

The final episode of season 1 ends with a overview and recap of the highly-successful Play4Abbey yearly charity event held recently.  If you are not familiar with Abbey's story and how it has brought about positive changes, you should not miss this episode.

Segment 1: (0:00 - 14:22)

  • Summer in the Armory
  • Outdoor Evenings at Penbryn
  • Plans for More Experienced Players
  • Availability of Small Group / Individual Private Lessons
  • Upcoming Outdoor Tournament Series in Doylestown

Segment 2 (14:53 - 36:41)

  • TNT Teams at AAU Nationals
  • Tips for Families Attending Nationals for the First Time
  • Issues Encountered by the Club Getting Nationals Teams to the Finish Line
  • Upcoming Tryouts and TNT's Plans for Them
  • Importance of Registering Early for Tryouts and Attending Open Gyms
  • TNT's Improvements to the Tryout Process
  • Expectations and Reasons for Higher Player Turnout at Tryouts

Segment 3 (37:13 - 63:00)

  • Recent Local Happenings in the Club Volleyball World
  • What Families  Should Look For in a Club
  • A Discussion of What TNT Offers for Players and Families With Regard to Facilities, Coaching, and Levels of Play 
  • Additional Benefits of Membership at TNT
  • Club Efforts to Continue to Improve Our Practice 
  • Soliciting and Implementing Feedback Received from Families
  • Addressing Concerns When They Arise and a Sample Scenario

Segment 4 (63:50 - 72:46)

  • Thanks for Those Who Worked on Play4Abbey
  • How the Event Came to Be
  • The Abbey's Bakery Charity and the Importance of Openly Discussing Mental Health Concerns
  • Local Businesses Who Helped Support the Event
  • How the Event Benefits Others
  • Wrap-Up and Words from Abbey's Father Delivered at the Play4Abbey Event
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