In this episode, the S&A crew talks with legendary Munciana Director and 18-Samurai Head Coach, Mike Lingenfelter, to discuss the history of Munciana, how Mike developed his training techniques and culture, and the people who have influenced Mike and his club. This is a must listen episode for players and coaches alike.

In this episode, the S&A crew talks with legendary Munciana Director and 18-Samurai Head Coach, Mike Lingenfelter, to discuss the history of Munciana, how Mike developed his training techniques and culture, and the people who have influenced Mike and his club. This is a must listen episode for players and coaches alike.

In this episode of Survive and Advance, we are joined by A5 Alumna and Miami Hurricane, Cameron Dobbs, to discuss her club and college volleyball experience and the incredible contributions Cam is making off the court.

In this episode of Survive and Advance, A5 and Duke Alumna Jessi Bartholomew shares her inspiring story that will surely motivate and empower athletes and parents alike. Jessi also details her club/college volleyball experience, recruiting process and gives advice to our younger players.

Bob and Gabe stick around to discuss the logistics of an A5 season, answer questions from parents, discuss the recruiting process, and explain how the new Sportsplex will affect the upcoming season.

The S&A crew sits down with Bob and Gabe to reflect on tryouts and preview the 2020-2021 A5 Teams.

In episode 4 of Survive and Advance, the crew sits down with legendary Emory head volleyball coach Jenny McDowell and assistant coach Brianna Jones to discuss the Emory program’s 24 years of dominance under Coach McDowell, recruiting, and building and maintaining culture.

In episode 3 of Survive and Advance, the crew talks with A5 Beach Director and 16s coach, Marc Jones, about the growth and future of the Beach program, his coaching philosophy, and the benefits of a perfectly timed yellow card.

In Episode 2, the Survive and Advance crew sits down with Kennesaw State Head Coach, Keith Schunzel, to discuss the rise of the KSU volleyball program, COVID’s impact on the sport, Coach Schunzel’s recruiting advice for athletes, and how the coach balances coaching and family life.

In the inaugural episode of Survive and Advance, A5 founder, Bob Westbrook, and Director, Gabe Aramian, discuss the beginning of A5 and it’s incredible growth into one of the premier volleyball clubs in the country. Listen as Bob and Gabe discuss important milestones, players, and moments that made A5 who we are today.