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Thinking about switching clubs? Read this before you jump.
In this episode, Susan breaks down the mindset and strategy behind deciding whether to stick with your current club or look for a new one. With tryouts coming up, it’s one of the biggest choices you’ll make for your volleyball journey — and Susan wants to help you get it right.
She dives into why there is no “perfect” club, how to balance playing time with long-term growth, and why sometimes the harder path might be the one that builds you into the strongest player. Susan also shares key insights on exposure, tournaments, and recruiting impact so you can weigh your options with confidence instead of stress.
Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome + why club decisions feel so big
02:00 – Volleyball vs. other sports: why club contracts change everything
04:00 – The 50/50 rule and why no club is perfect
06:30 – The myth of “if I switch, it will be easier”
09:00 – Who you become through challenge
11:00 – Playing time vs. growth — how to weigh it
13:30 – Susan’s personal story about choosing a harder path
16:00 – Exposure: what it actually means for recruiting
18:30 – The tournaments that matter most for college coaches
20:00 – Playing up or down: what coaches really think
22:30 – How to set expectations with your club experience
25:00 – Final advice for families making club decisions
The Recruit Ready Intensive is our signature 1:1 program designed to help your athlete build confidence, clarify her next steps, and walk away with a clear recruiting game plan. For a limited time, enrollment includes a FREE pro highlight reel from Lumen Highlights ($200 value). Tap the link in the show notes to get started.
Click HERE for Recruit Ready
Connect with Susan:
Check out the website: www.heysusank.com
Follow on Instagram: @hey.susank
P.S. If you’re an athlete with big goals, a parent who wants to support the journey, or a coach who cares deeply about your players, this podcast was made for you. Hit subscribe and come grow with us.
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Thinking about switching clubs? Read this before you jump.
In this episode, Susan breaks down the mindset and strategy behind deciding whether to stick with your current club or look for a new one. With tryouts coming up, it’s one of the biggest choices you’ll make for your volleyball journey — and Susan wants to help you get it right.
She dives into why there is no “perfect” club, how to balance playing time with long-term growth, and why sometimes the harder path might be the one that builds you into the strongest player. Susan also shares key insights on exposure, tournaments, and recruiting impact so you can weigh your options with confidence instead of stress.
Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome + why club decisions feel so big
02:00 – Volleyball vs. other sports: why club contracts change everything
04:00 – The 50/50 rule and why no club is perfect
06:30 – The myth of “if I switch, it will be easier”
09:00 – Who you become through challenge
11:00 – Playing time vs. growth — how to weigh it
13:30 – Susan’s personal story about choosing a harder path
16:00 – Exposure: what it actually means for recruiting
18:30 – The tournaments that matter most for college coaches
20:00 – Playing up or down: what coaches really think
22:30 – How to set expectations with your club experience
25:00 – Final advice for families making club decisions
The Recruit Ready Intensive is our signature 1:1 program designed to help your athlete build confidence, clarify her next steps, and walk away with a clear recruiting game plan. For a limited time, enrollment includes a FREE pro highlight reel from Lumen Highlights ($200 value). Tap the link in the show notes to get started.
Click HERE for Recruit Ready
Connect with Susan:
Check out the website: www.heysusank.com
Follow on Instagram: @hey.susank
P.S. If you’re an athlete with big goals, a parent who wants to support the journey, or a coach who cares deeply about your players, this podcast was made for you. Hit subscribe and come grow with us.
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