Volley Takes

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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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Summary

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.

Keywords

NCAA volleyball, matchups, volleyball dynasties, Penn State, Wisconsin, Big 12, volleyball news

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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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Summary

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

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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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Welcome back to another episode of Volley Takes! I'm your host Abby, and I'm thrilled to dive back into the world of volleyball after a short break. I share my experiences working with My Volley Box, discuss the June 15th commitments, and compare AAU Nationals

Sorry this episode is a little choppy...

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Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into my top 10 biggest impact freshmen going into the 2024 NCAA volleyball season.

Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt:

"My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot take)."

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Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into the differences between club volleyball now vs. club volleyball back when I played (which is longer ago than I thought!

Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt:

"My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot take)."