Out of Rotation Volleyball Podcast

Dan Meske
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Out of Rotation Volleyball Podcast

Volleyball talk for players, coaches +fans. Hosted by University of Louisville Associate Head Coach, Dan Meske

  1. NOV 11

    #25 - Dr. Jaime Gordon on Lessons Learned as an NCAA D1 Athletic Director + Volleyball Coach, and the Evolution of our Game

    Dr. Jamie Gordon, the CEO of the AVCA, shares his unique journey from being a volleyball coach to an athletic director and now leading the AVCA. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of establishing a beach volleyball program at Moorhead State, the impact of beach volleyball on indoor performance, and the intricacies of navigating the athletic director role during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Gordon also addresses the current state of volleyball amidst NCAA changes and the future of men's volleyball. Later, Jaime and Dan discuss the evolving landscape of college sports, particularly volleyball, touching on funding challenges, innovations in gameplay and broadcasting, and the importance of recognizing high school talent. They explore the implications of Title IX, the need for standardizing different aspects of the gam, and the potential for rule changes to enhance the game. The conversation also highlights the AVCA's initiatives to elevate high school volleyball and improve the overall experience for players and fans alike. Jump to a Topic! 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Jamie Gordon 02:08 Journey into Volleyball Coaching 05:01 Navigating Self-Representation in Coaching Negotiations / Lessons as an A.D. 39:29 Transitioning to Leadership: Jaime's Journey to CEO 42:36 The Impact of NCAA Changes on Volleyball 49:27 Innovations in Volleyball: The First Serve Showcase 56:06 The Ball Dilemma: Standardization in Volleyball 59:48 Enhancing Game Flow and Pace of Play 01:01:11 Improving Broadcast Experience and Viewer Engagement 01:06:13 Innovations in High School Volleyball 01:15:14 Elevating the Game: AVCA's Role and Future Directions Thanks to our Sponsor BALLTIME!!!

    1h 25m

  2. OCT 28

    #24 - Yellow Cards, Rankings, and Mid Season Check in with John Klanac

    Dan and John are back together to talk about all things Louisville and Purdue Volleyball!!! Get an inside peak into the inner workings of two top teams from two top conferences as Dan and John go into pre season scheduling, understanding rankings, match prep, and in match stories!!! 03:14 Preseason Insights and Tournament Formats 06:14 Analyzing Rankings and RPI Dynamics 09:17 Blocking Strategies and Player Development 12:07 Coaching Preparation and Game Strategy 18:05 Yellow Card Experiences for Dan and John Thanks to our sponsor BALLTIME!!!

    23 min

  3. OCT 21

    #23 - Jen Spicher - The Pro Volleyball Federation's CEO

    The CEO of the Pro Volleyball Federation, Jen Spicher, stops by the podcast to chat about the success of the PVFs first year, goals for year 2, and insights into the world of a college athlete turned CEO!!! Jump to a topic: 02:52 Jen Spicher's Volleyball Journey 05:12 Transitioning from Athlete to CEO 08:17 Building Relationships in Volleyball 10:31 The Need for a Pro League 12:20 Recruiting Players for the PVF 16:25 Overcoming Skepticism in the Volleyball Community 20:18 Recruiting Strategies and Player Relations 23:33 Importance of Medical Care for Athletes 26:15 Enhancing the Game Experience 28:25 Innovations in Officiating and Game Flow 29:48 The Thrill of Competition and Challenges in Volleyball 32:58 Innovations in Pro Volleyball: The Draft and Player Trades 41:56 Goals and Aspirations for Year Two of the League 46:13 A Day in the Life of a CEO in Sports 50:00 Leadership Insights and Closing Thoughts Big thanks to our presenting sponsor BALLTIME!!!

    53 min

  4. OCT 3

    #22- Trent Dilfer on Parenting Athletes, Youth Sports, and What it Takes to be Great

    NFL Super Bowl Champ and current UAB football head coach Trent Dilfer stops by the podcast to discuss his experiences raising three D1 college volleyball setters! Trent’s journey as a parent is chock full of life lessons and fantastic suggestions for parents of youth athletes!!!! Jump to a topic: 00:00 Transitioning to Club Volleyball and Lessons Learned 06:19 Lessons from Failures and the Importance of Controllable Factors 08:36 The Continued Relevance of the EEAF Approach 09:00 Navigating the Youth Athletics Decision-Making Process 16:24 The Importance of Communication and Trust in Recruiting 24:32 The 'Coach's Hat': Balancing Support and Coaching 33:02 The Value of Resilience and Grit in Sports 37:24 The Importance of Transparency and Honesty in Recruiting 41:23 The Role of Parents in the Recruiting Process 44:46 The Significance of Intrinsic Motivation and Grit in Athletes 57:08 Focusing on What You're Already Great At Thanks to our sponsor BALLTIME!

    1h 1m

  5. AUG 29

    #21 - Brandon Rosenthal on Networking, Parity in Volleyball, and Building a Program

    Lipscomb University Head Volleyball Coach Brandon Rosenthal joins the podcast just before the start of the 2024 NCAA Volleyball season!!! Brandon's journey is as unique as it is entertaining as we touch on Lipscomb's build over the last 23+ years both on and off the court!!! 00:00 Introduction and AVCA Showcase 02:49 The Impact of Technology on Volleyball 05:08 Brandon's Journey Hollywood Auditions to Volleyball Coach 08:09 Coaching Attire and the COVID-19 Pandemic 11:58 The Art of Hiring Coaches 19:31 The Power of Networking in Coaching 27:58 Coaching Transparency and Collaboration 30:07 The Changing Landscape of Coaching 35:58 Potential for Increased Parity 41:48 Making Women's Volleyball More Marketable for TV 57:36 Challenges of Attracting Casual Fans 01:07:11 Success of Lipscomb University's Volleyball Program 01:10:31 Unique Strategies for Player Development 01:14:02 The Role of Social Media in Promoting Volleyball Thanks to our sponsor Balltime!!!

    1h 18m

  6. AUG 4

    #20 - The Greatest Volleyball Drill Ever + Olympic Update LIVE!!!

    Dan and John are recording LIVE today on their lunch break of the LOVB coaches clinic. We start with a recap of the greatest drill ever demo'ed at a coaches clinic and finish with our thoughts on Olympic Volleyball heading into the medal rounds! 00:20- The greatest drill ever 02:00- Men's Indoor Olympic recap 12:00- Women's Indoor Olympic recap 19:00- Listener questions We are powered by our NEW presenting sponsor, Balltime! Check out Balltime @ https://www.balltime.com/

    27 min

  7. JUL 27

    #19 - Olympic Preview, New NCAA Roster Limits, and Camp Season Wrap up w/ John Klanac

    Dan and John discuss how their camp seasons went, the impact of new NCAA rules mandating roster limits, and everything Olympic Volleyball!!! 00:00 Introduction and Partnership with Balltime 02:00 Recap of Camp Season 09:00 Changes in Roster Limits and Scholarships in NCAA 18:00 Ranking Volleyball Olympic Events Based on Entertainment Value 25:00 Men's Olympic Preview 40:00 Women's Olympic Preview 51:00 Final Olympic Thoughts We are powered by our NEW presenting sponsor, Balltime! Check out Balltime @ https://www.balltime.com/ Sign up for the LOVB Coaches Clinic featuring Dan and John @ https://lovb.sprocketsports.com/club/2024coachesclinic USE COUPON CODE: LASTCHANCE

    58 min

  8. JUN 12

    #18 - Recruiting Q & A

    June 15th is the OFFICIAL start of recruiting for players heading into their Junior year. With that in mind, John and Dan opened up the instagram page for your questions on all things recruiting!!! We cover initial phone calls, what coaches look for, coaches pet peeves, and so much more!!!

    54 min
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