Energy Untold with Cory Paddock

Graham Vigrass - A volleyball journey from playing in the Olympics to coaching UCalgary Dinos - Ep2


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In this episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Graham Vigrass, a two-time Canadian Olympian who has recently stepped into the role of Head Coach for the University of Calgary Men's Volleyball team. Starting his journey in Calgary, Graham quickly ascended from club-level play to starring with the University of Calgary Dinos. His professional career took him around the world with stints in France, Tunisia, Germany, Turkey, Poland, and Spain. Notably, he earned the title of Best Middle Blocker in the 2017 World League and represented Canada in the 2016 Rio and 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Now at the helm of the Dinos, Graham shares his vision for the team and the volleyball philosophies he brings to the court, influenced by his time spent under the mentorship of Kerry MacDonald, Jay Magus, Larry McKay, Glenn Hoag, and Stéphane Antiga. Tune in to hear from one of Canada’s finest players as he charts a new path in his career.

Recorded on July 23, 2024

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