Volley Takes is a podcast dedicated to talk all things volleyball news, culture, and more! Hosted by Abby Benton (@numberonevolleyball) on Instagram and TikTok, this podcast takes a deep dive into current volleyball news stories, discussions about the game and its future, along with some of the BIGG
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 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…
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) Summary In 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…
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…
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…
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby discusses recent news in NCAA volleyball, including the end of South Dakota State's undefeated season, Utah's milestone win, and Kansas State's upset over TCU. The episode also delves into the AVCA National Player of the Year semifinalists, highlighting standout players and potential winners. Finally, Abby shares insights on the 2024 Signing Day, focusing on high-profile recruits joining programs outside…
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby discusses recent volleyball news, including coaching changes, inspiring player stories, and the newly released PVF schedule. She highlights major upsets in college volleyball and delves into the topic of pace of play, comparing current game dynamics to those of the past Chapters 00:00 Volleyball News Roundup 08:17 Inspiring Undersized Players 14:27 Major Upsets in College Volleyball 20:08 Pace of Play in…
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 recent NCAA volleyball matchups, highlighting key performances and teams. She also delves into the top four volleyball dynasties in NCAA history, providing insights into their achievements and impact on the sport. The episode concludes with Abby's thoughts on the future of volleyball dynasties and listener engagement. Keywords NCAA volleyball, matchups, volleyball dynasties, Penn State,…
Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) (http://instagram.com/balltime.ai) Summary In this episode of Volley Takes, host Abby discusses the impact of AI on volleyball, recent match highlights, and insights into the upcoming Volleyball Mag super 16 media poll. She emphasizes the impressive performances of teams like Pitt and Louisville, highlights key player returns, and shares exciting statistics from the NCAA volleyball scene. The episode concludes with an engaging interview with Amy…
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…
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.…
Welcome back to another episode of Volley Takes! Today we are recapping the USA volleyball teams (mainly the women's) at the 2024 Olympics! Both teams impressed by earning medals, and we saw some absolutely phenomenal volleyball! In the second part of the episode, we'll shift our focus to college volleyball media days. This is absolutely one of my favorite parts of the college volleyball season, where we get to see a first-look at the team practices, new uniforms, and in some cases new courts. Tune in for a great show, and stay tuned for a special guest in a future episode 👀 Follow me:…
Welcome back to another episode of Volley Takes! I'm your host, Abby, and today we're diving into the excitement of the Paris 2024 Olympics. We'll be discussing everything from the women's national team to the tough competition and promising young players in this year's games. Get ready to hear about the thrill of beach volleyball with the iconic Eiffel Tower backdrop, and the medal chances for American women's beach volleyball pairs. In the second part of the episode, we'll shift our focus to volleyball tryouts. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, I've got some valuable tips to…
Welcome back to another episode of Volley Takes! I'm your host Abby, and I'm thrilled to dive back into the world of volleyball after a short break. I share my experiences working with My Volley Box, discuss the June 15th commitments, and compare AAU Nationals with USAV Nationals. We also delve into the controversial topic of sandbagging in volleyball and offer predictions for the upcoming college Sorry this episode is a little choppy... Follow me: (http://instagram.com/numberonevolleyball) (http://tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball) Follow the pod: (http://instagram.com/volleytakes) Stay tuned…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into my top 10 biggest impact freshmen going into the 2024 NCAA volleyball season. Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot take)."
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into the differences between club volleyball now vs. club volleyball back when I played (which is longer ago than I thought! Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot take)."
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into the ever-so controversial website that is called Volley Talk. I go through some of the good, the bad, and plenty of the ugly. I had been wanting to make this episode for awhile now so I appreciate all of the support! Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into the new NCAA rule getting rid of the double contact call, some SEC Volleyball news, and more! Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot take)."
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into some PVF bombshells, LOVB's 2025 schedule, and more. Then, I bring on Charlotte Glass to discuss all things volleyball, instagram, and committing to Duke. Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball hot take is (your hot…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I dive into some of the biggest volleyball stories of 2024 so far, including club volleyball qualifiers, the transfer portal, and of course the Pro Volleyball Federation's inaugural season. Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my biggest volleyball…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I recap my final four experience in Tampa, the championship match, the "controversial" post-game press conferences, and more! Then, I have such an amazing conversation with Creighton outside hitter Ava Martin about her sophomore season, tips for recruits, and we even go through some hot takes! Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, I breakdown the final four teams and give a recap of some of the Elite 8 matches. I then discuss a little bit about the transfer portal and club volleyball before taking a deep dive into the differences between Division II and Division III volleyball and my experience playing both. Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Follow Amy Pauly: instagram.com/acpauly10 Follow the Orlando Valkyries: instagram.com/orlvalkyries Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're joined by Orlando Valkyries Head Coach Amy Pauly. The Pro Volleyball Federation's inaugural season kicks off in January and we get to learn more about the draft happening on December 11th. Then, we take turns reacting to some of the biggest hot takes sent in about…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping National Signing Day, Athletes Unlimited, and of course some NCAA matches. Then, we will dive into some interesting numbers that beg the question: Is volleyball more popular than NASCAR? Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown), and my…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Follow Coach Allison: instagram.com/howtogetrecruited Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today is an exclusive interview about all things college volleyball recruiting, social media, NIL, and much more with Coach Allison (@howtogetrecuited). Tune in for some spicy hot takes! Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name),…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping the first two weeks of Athletes Unlimited Volleyball Season 3, along with some NCAA Volleyball matches. Then, I will announce my unofficial mid-season All-American Picks. Tune in for a great show! Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name is (first name), I'm from (hometown),…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping some NCAA Volleyball matches from the past week, and going over some complex volleyball statistics. Then, I'll be breaking down the two biggest dynasties in college volleyball history: Penn State vs. Stanford. Tune in for a great show! Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the following prompt: "My name…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping some NCAA Volleyball matches from the past week, including the Florida vs. Wisconsin match that I was able to attend, Athletes Unlimited's third season starting up on October 6th, and a live commentary from Allison and Farah on the Nebraska vs. Stanford match. Have a flaming volleyball hot take? Click the link below to submit your voiceover! Use the…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping the historic Volleyball Day in Nebraska, where over 92,000 fans packed Memorial Stadium to watch the Huskers take on Omaha. Also, we'll be going over some of takeaways of the first two weeks of college volleyball. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:11 - Long Beach State UPSETS #1 Ranked Texas 2:04 - Wisconsin & Minnesota dominate the Big Ten/Big 12 Challenge…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're recapping some Team USA Volleyball events, looking ahead to NCAA Volleyball Opening Weekend, and going through some of the BIGGEST college volleyball hot takes! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - My Top 5 Volleyball TikTokers 7:18 - USA U21 National Team in Mexico (Finished 2-1 in pool play) 8:45 - USA WNT Takes Home Bronze at the Pan Am Games 9:53 - League One…
Follow me: instagram.com/numberonevolleyball tiktok.com/@numberonevolleyball Follow the pod: instagram.com/volleytakes Welcome to Volley Takes, where we talk and give our takes on all things volleyball news and culture! Today, we're dolphin diving into all things college volleyball, including a recap of Big Ten Volleyball Media Days, the collapse of the Pac-12 Conference and what it means for volleyball, and of course my preseason predictions for how all of the top teams will perform this season. Tune into the best episode of Volley Takes yet! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Recap of Big Ten…
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Volley Takes is a podcast dedicated to talk all things volleyball news, culture, and more! Hosted by Abby Benton (@numberonevolleyball) on Instagram and TikTok, this podcast takes a deep dive into current volleyball news stories, discussions about the game and its future, along with some of the BIGG
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