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In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby discusses the NCAA volleyball tournament, highlighting key matches, standout performances, and the contrasting success of SEC and Big 12 teams. She also delves into the implications of the transfer portal and the phenomenon of tampering in college sports, wrapping up with a call for listener engagement on future topics.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Excitement for NCAA Tournament

04:39 Highlighting Key Matches and Performances

10:52 Comparing SEC and Big 12 Performance

15:38 Discussion on Elite Eight Matchups

27:17 Tampering in College Volleyball and Its Implications

Keywords

NCAA, volleyball, tournament, SEC, Big 12, transfer portal, match highlights, Elite Eight, college sports

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In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby and Orlando Valkyries head coach Amy Pauly discuss the recent changes in the PVF scheduling, the excitement surrounding the draft, and the strategic decisions made in selecting players. They analyze each round of the draft, highlighting key picks and the potential impact of new players on the team. The conversation also touches on the emotional reactions to the draft and the upcoming season, including insights from the NCAA selection show and predictions for matchups. In this engaging conversation, Abby and Amy delve into the intricacies of NCAA Volleyball, focusing on March Madness predictions, team performances, and the implications of rankings. They analyze various matchups, discuss surprising teams, and share their insights on the tournament's potential outcomes, all while highlighting the evolving landscape of college volleyball.

Keywords

PVF, NCAA, volleyball, draft, scheduling, player development, match predictions, coaching strategies, sports analysis, Orlando Valkyries, March Madness, NCAA Volleyball, Tournament Predictions, Sports Analysis, Volleyball Rankings, Upsets, Team Performance, NCAA Tournament, Sports Commentary, Volleyball

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Episode and Guest

06:29 Insights on the Draft Process

13:28 Round Two: Selecting a Middle Blocker

22:36 Round Four: Strategic Drafting Decisions

30:06 Reflections on the Draft Experience

35:12 NCAA Selection Show Recap

45:31 Penn State's Quarter: Surprises and Insights

51:35 Louisville Quarter: Potential Upsets and Predictions

57:30 Top Four Seeds: Controversies and Expectations

01:02:23 Ranking Discrepancies: The Case of Kentucky and Baylor

01:08:08 Surprising Seeding Decisions

01:14:11 Inflated RPI and Its Consequences

01:19:25 Tournament Matchups and Predictions

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In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby discusses recent news in NCAA volleyball, including the end of South Dakota State's undefeated season, Utah's milestone win, and Kansas State's upset over TCU. The episode also delves into the AVCA National Player of the Year semifinalists, highlighting standout players and potential winners. Finally, Abby shares insights on the 2024 Signing Day, focusing on high-profile recruits joining programs outside the top 25, emphasizing the future of these teams.

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In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby discusses recent volleyball news, including coaching changes, inspiring player stories, and the newly released PVF schedule. She highlights major upsets in college volleyball and delves into the topic of pace of play, comparing current game dynamics to those of the past

Chapters

00:00 Volleyball News Roundup

08:17 Inspiring Undersized Players

14:27 Major Upsets in College Volleyball

20:08 Pace of Play in Volleyball

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In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby discusses recent NCAA volleyball matchups, highlighting key performances and teams. She also delves into the top four volleyball dynasties in NCAA history, providing insights into their achievements and impact on the sport. The episode concludes with Abby's thoughts on the future of volleyball dynasties and listener engagement.

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In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby discusses the impact of AI on volleyball, recent match highlights, and insights into the upcoming Volleyball Mag super 16 media poll. She emphasizes the impressive performances of teams like Pitt and Louisville, highlights key player returns, and shares exciting statistics from the NCAA volleyball scene. The episode concludes with an engaging interview with Amy Angelos from Ball Time, focusing on how technology is shaping the future of volleyball.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Volleyball Takes and AI Impact

01:08 Recap of Recent Volleyball Matches

04:29 Volleyball Rankings and Polling Insights

06:05 Highlighting Key Players and Teams

07:58 Interview with Amy Angelos of Ball Time

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In this episode of Volley Takes, Abby discusses the start of the college volleyball season and highlights some of the top teams and matches. She talks about the Women's College Volleyball Showcase and the impressive performances of Stanford and Minnesota. Abby also analyzes the consistency of Stanford, the struggles of Texas, the improvements of Wisconsin, and the potential of Penn State. She mentions some upsets, such as SMU defeating Nebraska and USF defeating Florida. Abby shares her thoughts on the new rules, including the use of two liberos and the trend of setting the ball over the net as an attack.

Key Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Start of the College Volleyball Season

03:30 Stanford and Minnesota's Performances

07:33 Struggles for Texas and Wisconsin

11:10 The Two Liberos Rule

17:58 Notable Upsets: SMU and USF

28:59 New Rules and Trends

college volleyball, start of season, Women's College Volleyball Showcase, top teams, upsets, Stanford, Minnesota, Texas, Wisconsin, Penn State, SMU, Nebraska, USF, Florida, Louisville, Pitt, Creighton, USC, Dayton, Ohio State, new rules, two liberos, setting over the net

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In this episode, Abby interviews Emily Ehman, a Big Ten volleyball analyst, about her background and volleyball hot takes. They discuss the Volleyball Nations League, the performance of the US women's national team in the Olympics, and upcoming college volleyball matchups. They also share their predictions for the first serve showcase and the women's college volleyball showcase. The conversation covered various topics related to Big Ten volleyball, including team dynamics, player rankings, and the growth of the sport. The principal themes include team analysis, player recognition, and the impact of media coverage on the sport. The conversation also highlighted the excitement surrounding new matchups in the Big Ten and the difficulty of creating player rankings. Overall, the conversation emphasized the passion and engagement of volleyball fans and the importance of conversation in growing the sport.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Volleyball Hot Takes

06:18 Recapping Emily's Busy Summer

12:51 Previewing the First Serve Showcase and Women's College Volleyball Showcase1

9:18 Predictions for the Showcase Matches

24:57 Teams to Watch This Season

30:42 Uncertainties and Talent: The Wisconsin Badgers

34:54 Exciting Matchups with Big Ten Expansion

40:23 The Challenges of Creating a Top 20 List

46:04 Conversation and Engagement in Growing the Sport

51:09 The Growing Recognition and Media Coverage of Volleyball

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Welcome back to another episode of Volley Takes! Today we are recapping the USA volleyball teams (mainly the women's) at the 2024 Olympics! Both teams impressed by earning medals, and we saw some absolutely phenomenal volleyball!

In the second part of the episode, we'll shift our focus to college volleyball media days. This is absolutely one of my favorite parts of the college volleyball season, where we get to see a first-look at the team practices, new uniforms, and in some cases new courts.

Tune in for a great show, and stay tuned for a special guest in a future episode 👀

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Welcome back to another episode of Volley Takes! I'm your host, Abby, and today we're diving into the excitement of the Paris 2024 Olympics. We'll be discussing everything from the women's national team to the tough competition and promising young players in this year's games. Get ready to hear about the thrill of beach volleyball with the iconic Eiffel Tower backdrop, and the medal chances for American women's beach volleyball pairs.

In the second part of the episode, we'll shift our focus to volleyball tryouts. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, I've got some valuable tips to help you make a great impression at tryouts. From arriving early and being respectful to showing your coachability, these insights will give you the edge you need to succeed.

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