This episode is a special one.

We take a moment to honor and give a heartfelt shoutout to original I AM Volleyball Director, Todd Lyon—someone who helped lay the foundation for what this club is today.

From there, we dive into one of the most important (and often overlooked) parts of a successful season: team bonding. How do you build it? More importantly, how do you keep it strong when things get tough?

Poddy Training is back, featuring three players from our 15 Red team as they share their real experiences transitioning from 8th grade to high school volleyball—what changed, what challenged them, and what helped them grow.

We also break down key serve receive strategies and mental tips to give you that extra edge when it matters most.

It’s a longer episode—but packed with value, perspective, and real conversation.

Buckle up.