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EP #121 Valentina Gottardi: A Rising Star in Beach Volleyball
In this engaging conversation, Valentina Gottardi, an Italian beach volleyball player, shares her journey from indoor volleyball to beach volleyball, highlighting the influence of her partner and mentor Marta...
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EP #120 Maximizing Player Performance: The Key to Effective Coaching
In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik discusses essential coaching techniques and leadership development strategies. He emphasizes the importance of maximizing player repetitions during practice,...
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EP #119 Marlie Monserez From Indoor to Beach: A Setter's Journey
In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, host Mark Burik discusses the evolving landscape of professional volleyball in the U.S. with guest Marlie Monserez. They explore Marlie's journey from indoor to beach...
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EP #118 Miles Partain, Re-enchanting Volleyball: A New Perspective
In this conversation, Matt Hazle interviews Miles Partain, a prominent volleyball player, about his journey from indoor volleyball at UCLA to pursuing a career in beach volleyball and aiming for the Olympics. They...
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EP #117 - From Latvia to the Olympics: Anastasija Samoilova's Journey
In this conversation, Coach Matt speaks with Anastasija Samoilova, a two-time Olympian from the Latvian national beach volleyball team. They discuss her journey into beach volleyball, the importance of Olympic...
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EP #116: From Injury to AVP Rookie of the Year, Megan Riceβs Inspiring Journey
In this episode of the Better Beach Podcast, Megan Rice shares her inspiring journey from being an indoor volleyball player to becoming the AVP Rookie of the Year. She discusses her experiences at UC Santa Barbara and...
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EP #115 Brandon Joyner on Creating a Positive Learning Environment
In this conversation, Brandon Joyner, co-founder of Better at Beach, discusses the importance of creating a positive and enjoyable learning environment in coaching. He shares his journey from player to coach,...
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EP #114 Jon Drake On The Evolution of a Volleyball Facility
In this episode of the Better at Beach Podcast, host Mark Burik interviews John Drake, a former AVP player and current manager of Grand Sands Volleyball in Loveland, Ohio. They discuss John's transition from a...
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EP #113 Sophie Bukovec On Her Olympic Journey and All the Ups and Downs
In this conversation, Sophie Bukovec, a professional beach volleyball player for Team Canada, shares her journey to becoming an Olympian. She discusses her early career, the decision to focus on beach volleyball, and...
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EP #112 Savvy Simo, The Power of Vulnerability in Sports
In this conversation, Savvy Simo shares her journey from college volleyball to the professional circuit, discussing the challenges of transitioning to a more individualistic sport, the mental health struggles she...
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EP #111 Tyler Penberthy on Chasing Olympic Dreams, Embracing Losses, and Finding Joy in Beach Volleyball.
In this conversation, Tyler Penberthy shares his journey in beach volleyball, discussing his experiences from early partnerships to nearly qualifying for the Olympics. He emphasizes the importance of situational...
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EP #110 Coaching Game-Changer: John Mayerβs Approach to Developing Elite Athletes
In this conversation, Mark Burik and John Mayer delve into the intricacies of coaching, particularly in volleyball. They discuss the evolution of coaching perspectives, the importance of understanding external versus...
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