Betsy Freeburg on Perseverance, Leadership, and Becoming UAB’s Head Volleyball Coach

About this episode

Betsy Freeburg discusses her journey from player to head coach, sharing insights on perseverance and leadership.

In Part 1 of our conversation with UAB Head Volleyball Coach Betsy Freeburg, we sit down inside her office at UAB to talk through her journey from player to Division I head coach. Betsy shares how she accidentally found volleyball, what led her to Florida, the adversity she faced early in her college career, and how those experiences ultimately shaped her into the coach and leader she is today. We also dive into: the reality of playing at a high level handling setbacks and delayed success identity outside of sports the transition from player to coach leading a program during the uncertainty of 2020 perspective shifts that changed the way she coaches today This conversation is honest, reflective, and full of insight for athletes, parents, and coaches alike. Join us next week as we continue the conversation!

People in this episode

Guest: Betsy Freeburg

Topics covered

• perseverance
• leadership
• coaching
• athlete experience
• sports adversity
• identity in sports

Keywords

• Betsy Freeburg
• UAB Volleyball
• coaching journey
• sports adversity
• leadership
• athlete identity
• high-level competition

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: UAB

Places: Florida

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