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| takes on all things ncaa volleyball w/special guest emily ehman | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:55:25 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) And of course follow Emily Ehman!!! (http://instagram.com/emilyehman) 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 volleyball, analyst, Big Ten, Volleyball Nations League, Olympics, college volleyball, first serve showcase, women's college volleyball showcase, Big Ten volleyball, team analysis, player recognition, media coverage, new matchups, player rankings, passion, engagement, conversation | |||
| takes on olympic results and college volleyball media days | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:26:52 | |
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 👀 Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) | |||
| Volleyball Final Four Recap + A Conversation With Creighton's Ava Martin | 26 Dec 2023 | 01:14:19 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I recap my final four experience in Tampa, the championship match, the "controversial" post-game press conferences, and more! Then, I have such an amazing conversation with Creighton outside hitter Ava Martin about her sophomore season, tips for recruits, and we even go through some hot takes! 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)." | |||
| NCAA Volleyball Final Four Breakdown + The Differences Between D2 and D3 Volleyball | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:46:50 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I breakdown the final four teams and give a recap of some of the Elite 8 matches. I then discuss a little bit about the transfer portal and club volleyball before taking a deep dive into the differences between Division II and Division III volleyball and my experience playing both. 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)." | |||
| NCAA Volleyball Bracket Hot Takes + Orlando Valkryies Chit Chat w/Head Coach Amy Pauly | 29 Nov 2023 | 01:04:36 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Follow Amy Pauly: instagram.com/acpauly10 Follow the Orlando Valkyries: instagram.com/orlvalkyries Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're joined by Orlando Valkyries Head Coach Amy Pauly. The Pro Volleyball Federation's inaugural season kicks off in January and we get to learn more about the draft happening on December 11th. Then, we take turns reacting to some of the biggest hot takes sent in about the NCAA Selection Show and bracket this year! 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)." | |||
| Is Volleyball More Popular Than NASCAR + A Top Recruit's Flip From Nebraska to Texas | 14 Nov 2023 | 00:19:45 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping National Signing Day, Athletes Unlimited, and of course some NCAA matches. Then, we will dive into some interesting numbers that beg the question: Is volleyball more popular than NASCAR? 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)." | |||
| Biggest Volleyball Recruiting Hot Takes w/@howtogetrecruited | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:43:26 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Follow Coach Allison: instagram.com/howtogetrecruited Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today is an exclusive interview about all things college volleyball recruiting, social media, NIL, and much more with Coach Allison (@howtogetrecuited). Tune in for some spicy hot takes! 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)." | |||
| Athletes Unlimited Week 1-2 & My NCAA Mid-Season All-American Picks | 17 Oct 2023 | 00:24:55 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping the first two weeks of Athletes Unlimited Volleyball Season 3, along with some NCAA Volleyball matches. Then, I will announce my unofficial mid-season All-American Picks. Tune in for a great show! 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)." | |||
| Penn State vs. Stanford: Which college volleyball dynasty reigns as the best in history? | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:38:20 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping some NCAA Volleyball matches from the past week, and going over some complex volleyball statistics. Then, I'll be breaking down the two biggest dynasties in college volleyball history: Penn State vs. Stanford. Tune in for a great show! 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)." | |||
| NCAA Volleyball on ESPN and Athletes Unlimited Volleyball | 19 Sep 2023 | 00:26:49 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping some NCAA Volleyball matches from the past week, including the Florida vs. Wisconsin match that I was able to attend, Athletes Unlimited's third season starting up on October 6th, and a live commentary from Allison and Farah on the Nebraska vs. Stanford match. 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)." | |||
| Nebraska Volleyball Day & The Winners and Losers of Week 1 | 05 Sep 2023 | 00:27:26 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping the historic Volleyball Day in Nebraska, where over 92,000 fans packed Memorial Stadium to watch the Huskers take on Omaha. Also, we'll be going over some of takeaways of the first two weeks of college volleyball. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:11 - Long Beach State UPSETS #1 Ranked Texas 2:04 - Wisconsin & Minnesota dominate the Big Ten/Big 12 Challenge 3:41 - Other Notable Upsets 4:28 - Standout Players from Week 1 7:00 - Winners & Losers of Week 1 9:25 - Matches to watch this weekend 11:56 - Nebraska Volleyball Day Timeline 15:42 - My reaction/thoughts on Nebraska Volleyball Day 23:55 - New segment: Season Tickets with Allison and Farah 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)." | |||
| NCAA Opening Weekend and The BIGGEST NCAA Volleyball Hot Takes | 22 Aug 2023 | 00:37:41 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping some Team USA Volleyball events, looking ahead to NCAA Volleyball Opening Weekend, and going through some of the BIGGEST college volleyball hot takes! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - My Top 5 Volleyball TikTokers 7:18 - USA U21 National Team in Mexico (Finished 2-1 in pool play) 8:45 - USA WNT Takes Home Bronze at the Pan Am Games 9:53 - League One Volleyball Announces Team in Omaha 11:26 - Pro Volleyball Federation Announces the Orlando Valkyries 13:15 - NCAA Matches to watch this weekend 17:36 - BIGGEST NCAA Volleyball Hot Takes 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)." | |||
| takes on volleyball in paris, offended club directors, and high school volleyball | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:19:50 | |
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. Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) | |||
| NCAA VOLLEYBALL PREDICTIONS FOR 2023 | 08 Aug 2023 | 00:57:44 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're dolphin diving into all things college volleyball, including a recap of Big Ten Volleyball Media Days, the collapse of the Pac-12 Conference and what it means for volleyball, and of course my preseason predictions for how all of the top teams will perform this season. Tune into the best episode of Volley Takes yet! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Recap of Big Ten Volleyball Media Days 6:21 - Big Ten Volleyball Broadcast Schedule Released 8:35 - NCAA Conference Realignments 13:48 - NCAA Volleyball Preseason Predictions (Intro) 19:02 - Texas 21:56 - Louisville 24:51 - San Diego 26:13 - Pitt 28:31 - Stanford 30:20 - Wisconsin 32:24 - Oregon 33:25 - Ohio State 35:38 - Nebraska 38:53 - Penn State 40:28 - Kentucky 41:13 - Florida 43:29 - Minnesota 47:07 - Power 10 Rankings 49:44 - Top Freshmen To Watch 53:21 - Volley Hot Take 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)." | |||
| BIGGEST CLUB VOLLEYBALL HOT TAKES | 25 Jul 2023 | 00:25:30 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're diving in to some volleyball news regarding VNL and professional volleyball starting up in the United States, along with the biggest club volleyball hot takes. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:25 - USA places 4th at VNL 3:15 - Lack of media coverage at this year's VNL 5:50 - Athletes Unlimited 44-man roster set for this fall 8:02 - Omaha PVF team reveals name and logo for 2024 10:15 - Club Volleyball Hot Takes Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit you voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot take)." | |||
| USAV VS. AAU NATIONALS | 11 Jul 2023 | 00:42:05 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Thank you so much for tuning into my first-ever episode. This episode will just be an introduction to the podcast and what to expect. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - USAV Nationals Recap 3:00 - NCAA Volleyball Championships on ABC 8:17 - Meta Launches Threads 12:02 - History of USAV Nationals 15:34 - History of AAU Nationals 19:05 - Differences between the two 23:01 - My experience attending both 29:58 - Comparing the results from both tournaments in 2022 36:02 - Hot Takes from AAU Nationals Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit you voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot take)." | |||
| WELCOME TO VOLLEYTAKES! | 30 Jun 2023 | 00:10:49 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Thank you so much for tuning into my first-ever episode. This episode will just be an introduction to the podcast and what to expect. Timestamps: 2:40 - Who I am 4:51 - What to expect for this podcast 7:20 - How to participate in the podcast Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit you voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot take)." | |||
| takes on june 15th, sandbagging, and who will win the natty in 2024 | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:20:34 | |
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 with USAV Nationals. We also delve into the controversial topic of sandbagging in volleyball and offer predictions for the upcoming college Sorry this episode is a little choppy... Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) Stay tuned for more exciting episodes and updates in the world of volleyball! | |||
| Top 10 Biggest Impact Freshmen For The 2024 Volleyball Season | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:24:28 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes 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)." | |||
| Club Volleyball: Then vs. Now | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:28:17 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes 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)." | |||
| Is Volley Talk Really That Bad? | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:32:44 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into the ever-so controversial website that is called Volley Talk. I go through some of the good, the bad, and plenty of the ugly. I had been wanting to make this episode for awhile now so I appreciate all of the support! 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)." | |||
| Doubles Now Allowed In NCAA Volleyball + More | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:27:57 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into the new NCAA rule getting rid of the double contact call, some SEC Volleyball news, and more! 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)." | |||
| USA Volleyball Possibly Moving To Gretna + A Conversation with Charlotte Glass | 20 Feb 2024 | 00:47:57 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into some PVF bombshells, LOVB's 2025 schedule, and more. Then, I bring on Charlotte Glass to discuss all things volleyball, instagram, and committing to Duke. 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)." | |||
| Pro Volleyball In America - Will it work? | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:43:13 | |
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into some of the biggest volleyball stories of 2024 so far, including club volleyball qualifiers, the transfer portal, and of course the Pro Volleyball Federation's inaugural 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)." | |||
| takes on ncaa volleyball upsets, penn state's dominance, and the new libero rule | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:35:06 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) 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 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 | |||
| takes on ncaa volleyball rankings, artificial intelligence, and volleyball analytics w/guest Amy Angelos | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:43:46 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) (http://instagram.com/balltime.ai) Summary 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 volleyball, AI, analytics, highlights, Ball Time, NCAA, rankings, scouting, sports technology, player performance | |||
| takes on wisconsin, the big 12, and the biggest volleyball dynasties | 22 Oct 2024 | 00:13:35 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) 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 | |||
| takes on texas's downfall, miami's gym, and serve routines | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:27:31 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) 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 | |||
| takes on player of the year semifinalists, signing day, and volleyball going viral | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:27:25 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) 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. NCAA volleyball, AVCA, National Player of the Year, Signing Day, volleyball news | |||
| takes on the ncaa volleyball bracket & pvf draft with special guest amy pauly | 03 Dec 2024 | 01:22:37 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) AND FOLLOW AMY PAULY AND THE ORLANDO VALKS!! https://x.com/acpauly10 https://www.instagram.com/acpauly10 https://www.instagram.com/orlvalkyries Summary 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 | |||
| takes on the ncaa volleyball tournament, favorite matches, and tampering in the transfer portal | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:33:52 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) Summary 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 | |||
| take on mary wise's retirement | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:31:01 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) Summary In this episode, Abby Benton reflects on the remarkable legacy of Mary Wise, the long-time head coach of Florida Volleyball, who recently announced her retirement. Abby discusses Mary Wise's impressive career statistics, her impact on the sport, and her role as a community leader in Gainesville. The conversation also touches on the evolution of college volleyball, the challenges faced by coaches in adapting to new dynamics in the sport, and speculations about the future of Florida Volleyball coaching. Abby shares personal anecdotes about her experiences with Florida Volleyball and concludes with an all-time Florida Volleyball team. Chapters 00:00 Mary Wise's Legacy in Volleyball 07:21 Personal Reflections on Florida Volleyball 13:18 Mary Wise: A Community Leader 15:18 The Changing Landscape of College Volleyball 19:59 The Future of Florida Volleyball Coaching 22:11 All-Time Florida Volleyball Team Keywords Mary Wise, Florida Volleyball, NCAA, coaching legacy, women's sports, volleyball history, Gainesville community, college athletics, volleyball coaching, sports leadership | |||
| take on the volleyball community being too soft | 28 May 2025 | 00:18:58 | |
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) Summary In this episode of Volley Takes, Abby discusses the evolving role of media in volleyball, emphasizing the need for more dynamic and engaging coverage. She critiques the current state of volleyball journalism, highlighting the challenges faced by content creators and the importance of speculation and analysis in sports reporting. Abby compares the media relations in volleyball to those in women's basketball, advocating for a more open and supportive environment for media coverage. She encourages creators to embrace their voices and push for growth in the sport. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Volleyball Media Dynamics 03:13 The Role of Speculation in Sports Reporting 06:57 Comparative Analysis: Volleyball vs. Basketball Media 11:11 Challenges Faced by Volleyball Content Creators 15:28 The Future of Volleyball Media and Community Engagement Keywords volleyball media, sports journalism, college volleyball, media relations, volleyball community, sports speculation, women's sports, volleyball growth, content creators, volleyball analysis | |||