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take on the volleyball community being too soft
May 28, 2025
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take on mary wise's retirement
Feb 11, 2025
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takes on the ncaa volleyball tournament, favorite matches, and tampering in the transfer portal
Dec 17, 2024
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takes on the ncaa volleyball bracket & pvf draft with special guest amy pauly
Dec 3, 2024
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takes on ncaa volleyball upsets, penn state's dominance, and the new libero rule
Sep 10, 2024
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | |
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| 5/28/25 | take on the volleyball community being too soft | Follow me:(http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball)(http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball)Follow the pod:(http://instagram.com/volleytakes)SummaryIn 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.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Volleyball Media Dynamics03:13 The Role of Speculation in Sports Reporting06:57 Comparative Analysis: Volleyball vs. Basketball Media11:11 Challenges Faced by Volleyball Content Creators15:28 The Future of Volleyball Media and Community EngagementKeywordsvolleyball media, sports journalism, college volleyball, media relations, volleyball community, sports speculation, women's sports, volleyball growth, content creators, volleyball analysis | — | |
| 2/11/25 | take on mary wise's retirement | Follow me:(http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball)(http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball)Follow the pod:(http://instagram.com/volleytakes)SummaryIn 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.Chapters00:00 Mary Wise's Legacy in Volleyball07:21 Personal Reflections on Florida Volleyball13:18 Mary Wise: A Community Leader15:18 The Changing Landscape of College Volleyball19:59 The Future of Florida Volleyball Coaching22:11 All-Time Florida Volleyball TeamKeywordsMary Wise, Florida Volleyball, NCAA, coaching legacy, women's sports, volleyball history, Gainesville community, college athletics, volleyball coaching, sports leadership | — | |
| 12/17/24 | takes on the ncaa volleyball tournament, favorite matches, and tampering in the transfer portal | 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 | — | |
| 12/3/24 | takes on the ncaa volleyball bracket & pvf draft with special guest amy pauly | 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 | — | |
| 9/10/24 | takes on ncaa volleyball upsets, penn state's dominance, and the new libero rule | 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 The start of the college volleyball season has been filled with exciting matches and unexpected upsets. Stanford and Minnesota have been performing well, showcasing their consistency and teamwork. Texas and Wisconsin have had their struggles, particularly with serving and lineup changes. Penn State looks strong, with Izzy Stark standing out as a key player. SMU's upset win against Nebraska and USF's win against Florida were notable moments. The new rules, including the use of two liberos and the trend of setting over the net, have generated mixed reactions. 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 | — | |
| 8/27/24 | takes on all things ncaa volleyball w/special guest emily ehman | 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 | — |
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