In this exclusive interview, Erin Virtue, Head Coach of Michigan Volleyball and Team USA Womenâs Volleyball assistant coach, shares her inspiring journey from college athlete to one of the most respected volleyball coaches in the nation.
Erin opens up about her early playing days, the mentors who shaped her career, and how she transitioned from being a standout college player to coaching at the Olympic level. She discusses her coaching philosophy, how she builds culture within her teams, and the lessons sheâs learned from working with elite athletes around the world.
Whether youâre a volleyball player, coach, or fan, this interview offers invaluable insights into leadership, teamwork, and personal growth â both on and off the court. Erinâs story is a masterclass in perseverance, preparation, and passion for the game.
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In this exclusive Team USA volleyball interview, TJ DeFalco, a two-time Olympian and pro athlete, talks about his volleyball journey, career lessons, and what it takes to compete at the highest level.Learn how TJ went from Long Beach State standout to representing the U.S. on the Olympic stage, and what continues to motivate him as one of the sportâs top players.
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Vladimir Nikolov, one of Bulgariaâs greatest volleyball players and a true international legend. In this exclusive interview, Nikolov reflects on his incredible professional career, his time with the Bulgarian National Team, and what itâs like to raise two of the brightest stars in world volleyball â Alex and Moni Nikolov.đ Topics include:His early volleyball journey in BulgariaCareer highlights on the international stageTransition from player to mentor and fatherHow Alex and Moni developed into world-class athletesThis is the story of a volleyball dynasty in the making.
Join us for an exclusive conversation with Alan Knipe, head coach of Long Beach State Menâs Volleyball and former USA Volleyball head coach. In this interview, Knipe shares his coaching journey, the lessons learned along the way, and the philosophy that has helped him build championship teams at Long Beach.
đ We talk about:His playing and coaching career highlights
Building a winning culture at Long Beach State
Lessons from coaching Team USA
His philosophy on leadership and player development
Whether youâre a volleyball player, coach, or fan, this is a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand what it takes to build excellence in the game.
đ Brittany Abercrombie shares her incredible volleyball journey â from playing at USC, competing with Athletes Unlimited, to becoming a pro with the Orlando Valkyries in the Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF). Discover what it takes to compete at the highest level of womenâs pro volleyball and how her career has shaped her on and off the court.
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Join us for an exclusive interview with Eleu Choy, standout player for the University of HawaiĘťi Menâs Volleyball team. In this conversation, Eleu shares his journey growing up in HawaiĘťi, his path to joining UH, and what it means to represent the Rainbow Warriors on the court.
If youâre a fan of HawaiĘťi volleyball, the NCAA menâs volleyball scene, or simply love hearing athlete stories, this interview is for you.
đ Topics Covered:
Eleu Choyâs volleyball beginnings in HawaiĘťi
His experience playing for the University of HawaiĘťi Menâs Volleyball program
Life as a student-athlete at UH
Lessons and inspiration from his journey
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From overcoming a devastating childhood injury to competing at the highest levels of volleyball, Cassidy Lichtmanâs story is one of resilience and passion. She played for Stanford, represented Team USA, competed professionally around the world, and is now shaping the future of the sport as the Director of Volleyball for Athletes Unlimited. In this interview, Cassidy shares her incredible journey, the challenges sheâs overcome, and how sheâs giving back to the game she loves.
From Hawaiian roots to the Olympic stage â Taylor Crabbâs volleyball journey is as exciting as it is inspiring. After dominating at Long Beach State, Taylor spent time playing pro indoor volleyball before finding his home on the beach, winning on the AVP Tour, and earning his spot at the Tokyo Olympics. But just days before competing, a positive COVID test forced him to stay on the sidelines.In this exclusive interview, Taylor shares the highs and lows of his career, how he overcame adversity, and whatâs next as he continues to chase greatness in pro beach volleyball.
Nyadholi Thokbuom discusses her volleyball journey: Mount Royal University âĄď¸ Pro Volleyball âĄď¸ Team Canada. Donât miss this inspiring conversation with one of Canadaâs rising stars.
What does it take to go from college volleyball to the professional stage? Stanford star Sami Francis gives us an inside look after her spring with LOVB Omaha and ahead of her next big adventure in Japan.
From Long Beach to the world stage, Dustin Wattenâs journey is one of grit, patience, and relentless hard work. Not the star player, but the one who refused to quitâDustin fought his way to represent Team USA in international volleyball. Now, through his project NOEZYBUCKETS, heâs sharing his lessons, helping the next generation of athletes find their own path.
đ In this interview, we dive into:
His beginnings in Long Beach volleyball
The mindset that carried him to Team USA
The challenges of chasing a dream without the spotlight
His mission to inspire through NOEZYBUCKETS
đĄ Whether youâre an athlete, coach, or just love stories of perseverance, this one will leave you fired up.
Kristen Kelsay talks about her volleyball career, her time as a player at Michigan State, and her return to East Lansing as head coach of Spartan Volleyball.
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Morgan Hentz has seen it all - NCAA titles at Stanford, the challenges of pro volleyball abroad, and now, a historic moment as she helps grow the PVF here in the U.S. In this intimate interview, she talks about adapting to different cultures, staying mentally strong, and what it means to play in front of family and friends on US soil.
2-time Olympian and former Team Canada volleyball setter TJ Sanders joins us for a powerful and inspiring conversation about the full arc of his career. From discovering volleyball in his youth to representing Canada at the highest level, TJ shares key milestones, proudest moments, and personal battlesâincluding dealing with injuries that cut his playing career short. But this isnât just a story about the past. TJ opens up about his life after pro volleyball, his transition into coaching, and how heâs using his experience to mentor and inspire the next generation of players. If youâre an athlete, coach, or fan of the game, this interview is a must-watch.
From Hawaii to France â Joe Worsley's Volleyball Journey đJoe Worsley, former standout setter for the University of Hawai'i, has taken his game to the professional level in France. In this video, we dive into Joeâs journey â from growing up in a volleyball family, playing at UH, and now thriving overseas. Heâs also one of the creative minds behind Out of System, helping grow the game in a unique way.Donât miss this inspiring volleyball story!
Skyler Pierceâs journey to becoming a key player for Nebraska Volleyball includes a surprising twist - redshirting. Learn how sitting out her first season became a major advantage in her development, helping her grow into one of the most exciting future stars in college volleyball.
đĽ Inside the video:
â Skyler Pierce volleyball highlights
â Why she redshirted at Nebraskaâ How that season shaped her mindset and game
â Her goals going into the next chapter
Spanish national team setter Raquel LĂĄzaro shares her storyâhow volleyball took her from Spain NCAA powerhouse programs at USC and Louisville, and now to the professional leagues in Europe. A must-watch for anyone inspired by international volleyball journeys!
Stanford All-American. International volleyball veteran. Now, LOVB Atlantaâs leader on the court.Madi Buggâs story captures the evolution of a setter whoâs played the game at every levelâand now brings that experience home with League One Volleyball (LOVB). In this video, we explore her path from dominating the NCAA, competing overseas, and helping build something new and exciting with LOVB.Subscribe for more athlete journeys, behind-the-scenes stories, and all things pro volleyball.
Discover how French volleyball standout Louis Sakanoko made his way to the University of Hawaiâi and became a rising star for the Rainbow Warriors. From Europe to the NCAA â this is his journey.
Emily is a former Northwestern volleyball player turned sports broadcaster based in Chicago. She is a college volleyball analyst for Big Ten Network, ESPN and FOX Sports where she called Nebraskaâs womenâs sport attendance world record-setting volleyball match in their football stadium in front of 92,003 people as well as Regional matches (round of 16 and eight) for the past two NCAA Tournaments on ESPN. She also doubles as BTNâs Digital Host where she has covered five NCAA Womenâs Indoor Volleyball Championships, multiple CFB Playoff games, the Womenâs College World Series and much more!