Los mejores podcasts de Beach Volleyball (2024)

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The Bello Brothers: Becoming The Fastest-Rising Team in Beach Volleyball 1:18:42

5d ago1:18:42

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features co-host Kyle Friend and our good friends, Javier Bello and Joaquin Bello, better known, of course, as the Bello Brothers. And they are one of the fastest-rising teams on the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour, beginning in Challenge qualifiers, ending at the Doha…

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EP #121 Valentina Gottardi: A Rising Star in Beach Volleyball 49:02

6d ago49:02

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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 Menegatti. Valentina discusses her experiences in the Olympics, the importance of communication and teamwork, and her preparation for upcomin…

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The McKibbin Brothers, And The Balancing Act of Entertainment And Competition 1:36:03

12d ago1:36:03

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features the McKibbin Bros – with a twist. Maddison McKibbin and the youngest Beard(less) Bro, Jameson McKibbin, makes his podcast debut. Together, the three McKibbin brothers have changed the game in terms of how beach volleyball is covered, creating content that had …

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EP #120 Maximizing Player Performance: The Key to Effective Coaching 30:32

13d ago30:32

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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, eliminating waiting times, and engaging parents to enhance the training experience. Mark also shares insights from a recent leadershi…

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Beach Pro Tour Finals Recap: USA Dominance Continues; Norway Delivers "Psychological Damage" 29:22

14d ago29:22

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Welcome back everyone to Beach Access, where Travis Mewhirter, Kyle Friend and the Beach Volleyball World gang recap the Beach Pro Tour Finals in Doha, Qatar. It marked the final event of a long 2024 season, and we covered a bit of everything, including: Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth becoming the first back to back champs since Laura Ludwig and Kira…

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Mykel Jenkins: Unlocking Elite Performance On And Off The Court 1:32:46

18d ago1:32:46

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Mykel Jenkins, the longtime personal trainer of Bourne – and John Hyden, Sara Hughes, Emily Stockman, and several others – and is a wide-ranging one. Bourne has worked with Jenkins for more than a decade, and together, they discuss: The significance, and criti…

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EP #119 Marlie Monserez From Indoor to Beach: A Setter's Journey 50:07

20d ago50:07

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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 volleyball and back to indoor, the differences between the Pro Volleyball Federation and Lovb league, player salaries, and the importan…

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Kyle Friend is "Fired Up" For His New Role in Beach Volleyball 1:13:33

26d ago1:13:33

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Kyle Friend, a former professional beach volleyball player who has phased into coaching, commentating and, yes, podcasting on this very show. It has been a fun transition for Friend, and one we talk about extensively, as well as: How he became the coach of Apr…

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EP #118 Miles Partain, Re-enchanting Volleyball: A New Perspective 1:09:49

27d ago1:09:49

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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 discuss the challenges and decisions involved in this transition, including the technical aspects of setting and jump setting in volleyb…

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Mpu Dinani: The Man Behind Beach Volleyball's Most Photogenic Lens 1:31:38

1M ago1:31:38

1:31:38

WE'VE GOT NEW MERCH! Check it out here!! This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Mpu Dinani, the most beloved and respected photographer on the AVP Tour and beach volleyball as a whole. Mpu has been the lead photographer since the early Donald Sun days, and we cannot say enough kind words about him.…

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EP #117 - From Latvia to the Olympics: Anastasija Samoilova's Journey 1:00:45

1M ago1:00:45

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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 committee support, and the dynamics of her partnership with teammate Tina. Anastasia shares her experiences with coaching, overcoming advers…

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Mailbag! Why did Travis move to Florida? What will happen to the pod?? 1:06:56

1M ago1:06:56

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features our lovely co-host, Savvy Simo, on one of our most popular somewhat monthly segments: fan questions. We had A LOT of fan questions to get through, which is why we split this into two: one on the AVP League, which just wrapped up, and this one, in which we answ…

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EP #116: From Injury to AVP Rookie of the Year, Megan Rice’s Inspiring Journey 55:32

1M ago55:32

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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 Loyola Marymount University, the challenges of overcoming a significant knee injury, and her transition to beach volleyball. Megan r…

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Rio Elite16 Recap: Hello Bello! 34:28

1M ago34:28

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, is our recap of the Rio Elite16, where Travis and Kyle Friend broke down all of the action, including: Javier Bello and Joaquin Bello going off for a most unexpected of gold medals Another huge tournament for Nico Capogrosso and Tomas Capogrosso, who took a career-high…

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Dain Blanton, Madison White, And USC Beach Volleyball's Quest For FIVE STRAIGHT NCAA Championships 1:23:07

2M ago1:23:07

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter features USC Beach Volleyball head coach Dain Blanton and his most recent star, Maddie White. Coming off a fourth straight NCAA Championship, now heading for an astonishing fifth, USC is, per usual, the team to beat in 2025. On this episode, we chat about: The growth of…

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EP #115 Brandon Joyner on Creating a Positive Learning Environment 55:42

2M ago55:42

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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, emphasizing the significance of mindset, trust, and respect in fostering player development. The discussion highlights various coaching techn…

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Anouk Verge-Depre and Joana Mader: Trailblazing a Dominant Swiss Era 28:30

2M ago28:30

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Switzerland's Anouk Verge-Depre and Joana Mader, a trailblazing team who won a European Championship, Olympic bronze medal, and pioneered an era of Swiss dominance, which now includes Nina Brunner and Tanja Huberli, and Esmee Bobner and Zoe Verge-Depre. This e…

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Winning Sports Psychology with Author Dr Justin Blake: Winning Mindset Coaching for World-Class Athletes 41:21

2M ago41:21

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Sports psychologist and sports psychology expert and author Doctor Justin Blake discusses the winning mindset for athletes of all ages, staying in the moment, and his work with Olympic athletes. He dives into his experience as a mental skills coach for volleyball players and gives much needed tips and tricks to get you started on learning more. Wel…

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EP #114 Jon Drake On The Evolution of a Volleyball Facility 49:34

2M ago49:34

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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 competitive player to managing a successful volleyball facility, the unique playing style he developed with his partner Chris Lures, and the…

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Savvy Simo: League Experiences | Mental Heath | Addresses Chicago AVP 37:43

2M ago37:43

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Savvy Simo opens up about her experience with the AVP League, what went down at Chicago AVP, and how she is dealing with her mental health. This is a deep and important discussion for all athletes to hear, in the hopes to help you navigate through your sport in a healthy way. #SkyballApparel #avpbeachvolleyball #beachvolleyballworld #gritbeachvolle…

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Matt Levoe: A Ref's Guide to Beach Volleyball 1:39:25

2M ago1:39:25

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Matt Levoe, one of the most respected referees in the game of beach volleyball and also the first ref we’ve had on since John Rodriguez quite some time ago. It was a much-needed episode, as we chatted: The never-ending, constantly revolving debate around calli…

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Joao Pessoa Elite16 Recap: Norway Remains King; Brazil Women Reload 25:42

2M ago25:42

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, is an international Beach Access, where Travis and Kyle Friend traveled to Brazil for the Joao Pessoa Elite16. After a week in Brazil on the Beach Pro Tour, we recapped a tremendous event in Joao Pessoa, chatting: How Anders Mol and Christian Sorum are still King, fend…

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EP #113 Sophie Bukovec On Her Olympic Journey and All the Ups and Downs 56:07

2M ago56:07

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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 the challenges she faced during her Olympic qualification process. Sophie reflects on her experiences at the World Championships and …

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Leon Luini, Ruben Penninga: The Good Friends Reuniting for a Rising Dutch Federation 1:26:48

2M ago1:26:48

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Leon Luini and Ruben Penninga, two of the rising starts of the Dutch Federation. In this episode, we explore: - The journey of beach volleyball athletes as they navigate the highs and lows of competition, the dynamics of partnerships, and the emotional challen…

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EP #112 Savvy Simo, The Power of Vulnerability in Sports 58:06

2M ago58:06

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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 faces, and the importance of confidence and mindset in achieving success. She reflects on her best season yet, the impact of her partner …

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Troy Field: Growing the Game While Growing His Own Game 1:56:45

2M ago1:56:45

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Troy Field. Long one of the most entertaining players on the AVP Tour, Field is a fan favorite for reasons that we could list for pages and pages and pages. We run the gamut with this one, as you can tell by the length of the podcast, chatting: - Growing a bra…

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EP #111 Tyler Penberthy on Chasing Olympic Dreams, Embracing Losses, and Finding Joy in Beach Volleyball. 54:45

3M ago54:45

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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 awareness, the impact of losses on growth, and the value of community in the sport. Tyler also reflects on his coaching philosophy and off…

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Mailbag! Answering ALL of the Questions Around the AVP League 59:40

3M ago59:40

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne, Travis Mewhirter, and Savvy Simo, features, well, us – and you! We answered all – or as many as we could – of your questions about the AVP League in this one, including: How did the tiebreaker between Savvy and Abby Van Winkle and Hailey Harward and Kylie DeBerg go down? What do we honestl…

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EP #110 Coaching Game-Changer: John Mayer’s Approach to Developing Elite Athletes 1:12:54

3M ago1:12:54

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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 internal focus, and the role of constraints in skill development. The conversation emphasizes the need for adaptability in coaching s…

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Geena Urango: The Veteran Who Is "Still Tapping Into New Things" in Beach Volleyball 1:09:52

3M ago1:09:52

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Geena Urango, one of the OGs on the podcast and a member of the San Diego Smash of the inaugural AVP League. Geena has been one of the most successful defenders of this generation amongst those who play exclusively domestically, a decision we chat about at len…

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AVP League Miami Recap: Is "Home Court" Advantage Real? 10:50

3M ago10:50

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Welcome to Beach Access, where Travis Mewhirter and sometimes Kyle Friend and sometimes Tri Bourne break down all things domestic beach volleyball. Today, Travis is breaking down week 2 of the AVP League in Miami, discussing: Why Trevor Crabb, he of the Miami Mayhem, thinks there might be a home field advantage Why each team’s No. 2 pairing will be…

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EP #109 From France to the NCAA: Marine Kinna’s Journey Through College Volleyball and Beyond 1:33:58

3M ago1:33:58

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In this episode, Mark Burik introduces Marine Kinna, a new member of the Better Beach team, who shares her unique journey as an international athlete navigating the NCAA recruiting process. The conversation explores the differences in sports culture between France and the U.S., the challenges faced by international players, and the importance of ed…

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AVP League Week 1 Recap: Is This The Future of Beach Volleyball? 19:10

3M ago19:10

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Welcome back to Beach Access, where Travis Mewhirter and occasionally Kyle Friend break down professional beach volleyball on both the AVP Tour and the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour. This week, Travis, fresh off a week in Tallahassee at Florida State, takes a look at the AVP League and its week one debut, talking: How were the teams assigned, and…

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Marcio Sicoli: "The Wizard" Behind Mel and Brandie's Olympic Silver Medal 1:23:13

3M ago1:23:13

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Marcio Sicoli, the longtime head coach of the Pepperdine beach volleyball team and the man Melissa Humana-Paredes calls “the wizard” leading her and Brandie Wilkerson to an Olympic silver medal at the Paris Olympic Games. On this episode, we chat about: Why Wi…

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EP #108: Avery Drost: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Strong Beach Volleyball Partnerships 1:08:47

3M ago1:08:47

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In this conversation, Avery Drost shares his journey as a professional beach volleyball player, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He emphasizes the importance of setting, overcoming imposter syndrome, and building strong relationships within the volleyball community. Drost also highlights the significance of training, e…

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Trevor Crabb, Theo Brunner: The (Very Candid) Manhattan Beach Open Champs 1:06:28

3M ago1:06:28

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Trevor Crabb and Theo Brunner, the recent AVP Manhattan Beach Open champions who followed up their epic win with an epic interview with an epic and open and candid podcast. Brunner holds back nothing in this one, as he and Crabb chat about: What it was like fo…

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EP #107 Serve Receive! How to Pass Dimes and Prevent Shanks 1:11:04

3M ago1:11:04

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In this conversation, Mark Burik discusses the basics of passing in beach volleyball. He emphasizes the importance of posture and mental preparation before every point. He provides tips on how to start every point with the right mindset and how to create a stronger mental game. He also talks about the athletic posture and the importance of staying …

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Hermosa Open Recap: The Vibes, The Partnerships, The Play -- The Purest Beach Volleyball Tournament 8:59

3M ago8:59

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The Hermosa Open was AWESOME, one of the purest beach volleyball tournaments we've been to in a long time. All good vibes from the players and fans, streamed on VBTV, fun new teams to watch -- all of it. And, we had some scintillating play, INCLUDING: - A DOUBLE-FINAL on the women's side between Kelly Cheng and Sara Hughes and Terese Cannon and Meg…

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Hermosa Beach Open Preview: The Old School, True Open Tournament Beach Volleyball Needed 14:26

4M ago14:26

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Welcome back to Beach Access, where Travis Mewhirter and his producers, including a celebrity appearance from Producer Mom, preview this week's Hermosa Beach Open, presented by Wedbush Securities. We chat about: - How Travis wound up pulling Andy Benesh - Why Miles Partain is playing with Alex Ranghieri - Where are Trevor Crabb, Taylor Crabb, and T…

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EP #106 : How to Start a Beach Volleyball Facility with ATX Beach 1:23:50

4M ago1:23:50

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In this episode, I interview LJ Luciano, the owner and operator of ATX Beach, the largest beach volleyball facility in Austin, Texas. We discuss LJ's journey into volleyball, the growth of the Sand Wannabes Facebook group, and the challenges of starting a beach volleyball venue. LJ shares his experience in raising money through crowdfunding and emp…

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Brooke Niles, Nick Lucena, and FSU Beach Volleyball's New Coach: Travis Mewhirter 2:05:34

4M ago2:05:34

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Florida State Beach Volleyball’s entire (and new) coaching staff. Longtime head coach Brooke Niles, her top assistant and husband, Nick Lucena, and the new addition to the crew, Travis Mewhirter, chat all things beach volleyball, including: What it’s like bein…

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AVP Chicago: " HOLY SH%$!" The Shove! The Shoes! The League! 30:20

4M ago30:20

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Welcome back to Beach Access, where Kyle Friend and Travis Mewhirter break down all things beach volleyball, in this case AVP Chicago, where things got positively wild. Taylor Crabb in shoes? YUP! Chase Budinger shoving Trevor Crabb? Oh, yes. AVP League drama? Got it all. Miles Partain and Andy Benesh dominating alongside Melissa Humana-Paredes and…

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AVP Chicago Preview: Who is Going to Make the AVP League? 42:58

4M ago42:58

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Welcome back to Beach Access, where Kyle Friend and Travis Mewhirter break down, preview, recap, analyze, and chat all things beach volleyball. After a week in Germany for the Hamburg Elite16, the boys are back stateside and heading to AVP Chicago, the final stop on the AVP calendar, where there are huge AVP League implications. We chat about: - Wh…

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EP #105 Punta Cana: Exclusive All-Inclusive Beach Volleyball Camp & Resort Secrets! 56:19

4M ago56:19

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Join us as we explore the Palma Real Resort in Punta Cana 🌴, where our Better at Beach volleyball camp 🏐 takes place! We’ll show you the amazing restaurants 🍽️, pool bars 🍹, gym 💪, and beautiful beach—all included with your stay. We’ll also check out the adults-only areas and the relaxing spa. Plus, we'll cover key details like booking, transportat…

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Ryan Wilcox: Beach Volleyball's Next Hawaiian Baby Court Beast 1:19:19

4M ago1:19:19

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Ryan Wilcox, the next talent coming out of Hawaii in a long, long list of them. Bourne sent some shockwaves through the beach volleyball world when he dropped Chaim Schalk and picked up Wilcox, leaving some wondering: Who in the world is Ryan Wilcox? We cover …

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EP #104 - What College Beach Volleyball Coaches Hate and Love in Recruits Inside Look! Complete Coach Academy 1:05:58

4M ago1:05:58

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In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Colby discuss the recruiting process for beach volleyball. They provide advice for coaches, club directors, and players on how to stand out and get noticed by college coaches. They emphasize the importance of creating impressive highlight videos, being persistent in reaching out to coac…

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LIVE Mailbag Episode: Why Did Tri Switch Partners? Beach Volleyball in...Montana?? 1:04:43

4M ago1:04:43

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This is our first-ever LIVE and in-person fan question episode, a feature of our SANDCAST Tour stops, this one being in Missoula, Montana. Because who doesn't put beach volleyball and Montana together? We answer questions about: - Why did Tri Bourne switch partners, dropping Chaim Schalk for Ryan Wilcox? And for that matter...who is Ryan Wilcox? - …

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Manhattan Beach Open Recap: The Redemption of Trevor and Theo 27:05

4M ago27:05

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Welcome back to Beach Access, where Kyle Friend and Travis Mewhirter break down all things AVP Manhattan Beach Open 2024. On this episode, the boys are chatting about: The redemption of Trevor Crabb and Theo Brunner, who didn’t make the Olympic Games, but just won the biggest tournament on the AVP calendar The Hawaiian dominance in Manhattan Beach,…

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Manhattan Beach Open Preview: The Return of The Olympians 44:08

4M ago44:08

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Welcome back to Beach Access, where Travis Mewhirter and Kyle Friend break down, preview, and chat about all things AVP Beach Volleyball and the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour. Today, we're previewing the Manhattan Beach Open, which begins with Thursday's qualifier and ends on Sunday with someone getting their name on the Pier. The big question: W…

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Deahna Kraft: Embracing the Suck to "Make a Little Bit of Magic" 1:28:35

4M ago1:28:35

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Deahna Kraft, one of the top up-and-coming prospects in USA Volleyball and on the AVP Tour. A 25-year-old from Seattle, Kraft went from walk-on to court one at Pepperdine, and is now winning gold medals on the Beach Pro Tour, as she did in Belgium with Lexy De…

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