Bump Set Chat! The place to hear from your favorite volleyball personalities!

Bump Set Chat! The place to hear from your favorite volleyball personalities!

Exploring volleyball's heart and soul through players' stories and experiences. 🏐 Join us for inspiring chats! 🎙️ #VolleyballPodcast #BumpSetChat

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May 28, 2025 • 39 mins

Discover how French volleyball standout Louis Sakanoko made his way to the University of Hawai‘i and became a rising star for the Rainbow Warriors. From Europe to the NCAA – this is his journey.


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Emily is a former Northwestern volleyball player turned sports broadcaster based in Chicago. She is a college volleyball analyst for Big Ten Network, ESPN and FOX Sports where she called Nebraska’s women’s sport attendance world record-setting volleyball match in their football stadium in front of 92,003 people as well as Regional matches (round of 16 and eight) for the past two NCAA Tournaments on ESPN. She also doubles as BTN’s D...

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From player to assistant coach and now head coach, Dan Meske’s story is one of hard work, determination, and a deep love for the game. In this video, we dive into his volleyball roots, the lessons learned along the way, and what his vision is for the future of Louisville Volleyball. This is more than a career—this is a journey of purpose.

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Join us for an exclusive interview with Holly McPeak, a 3-time Olympian and one of the greatest beach volleyball players in history. In this candid conversation, Holly shares her journey from the courts of UCLA to the Olympic stage, and how she transitioned into her role as a respected sports broadcaster. Whether you're a volleyball fan, an aspiring athlete, or just love stories of perseverance and passion, this is one you won’t wa...

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From first serves to island vibes 🌴🏐 — University of Hawaii’s Kurt Nursterer shares his volleyball journey, why he chose UH, and what makes playing in paradise so special. Hit play to hear his story and get an inside look at Hawaii volleyball!


2024 (Sophomore):Started 28-of-30 matches at middle blockerFinished the season averaging 1.07 kills per set, hitting at a .460 clipLed the team and ranked 10th nationally in blocks per s...

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Leadership. Legacy. Championships. Coach Craig Skinner shares the key elements of building a top-tier team and what drives him to keep winning at the highest level of college volleyball.2020 NCAA National Champion

2020-21 AVCA National Coach of the Year

UK all-time winningest coach

Eight-time SEC Champion (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020-21, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)

20-straight NCAA Tournament appearances

2024. 2020-21 and 2011 AVCA All-South Re...

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Meet Emma BoydFrom a small town in the Yukon to representing Team Canada on the volleyball court, Emma Boyd’s story is one of grit, passion, and pure determination. In this exclusive interview, Emma opens up about the challenges of playing in remote Canada, her time at Mount Royal, and what it really takes to make it to the national team.Don’t miss this inspiring journey of perseverance and purpose.

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Join us as we hit the sand with Amy Ozee — a standout pro beach volleyball player currently competing with Team Canada’s Next Gen squad! Amy previously showcased her skills at the University of Hawaii, and now she’s taking her game to the international stage. Don’t miss this exclusive look at her training, gameplay, and what it takes to compete at the elite level.Like, Comment & Subscribe for more beach volleyball content!

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From the beaches of Hawai‘i to the bright lights of Japan’s pro volleyball scene—this is the story of Cole Hogland. A middle blocker at the University of Hawai‘i, Cole played with the Rainbow Warriors before chasing his dream overseas. In this video, we dive into his journey, the challenges of going pro abroad, and what it takes to level up from college to the international stage.

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🏐 Nick MacRae has been part of the driving force behind Long Beach State Men’s Volleyball, helping lead the team to multiple NCAA Final Four appearances and national championships. As Associate Head Coach, he has played a crucial role in developing some of the country’s top volleyball talent. Beyond the college game, he’s also a key figure in USA Volleyball’s National Team Development Program, where he helps shape the next generat...

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Jordan Larson's volleyball journey is nothing short of legendary. From her small-town roots in Nebraska to dominating at the University of Nebraska, she quickly became one of the best in the game. Her success didn't stop in college—she went on to have an incredible professional career, playing for top teams around the world. But what truly sets her apart is her remarkable four-time Olympic journey, culminating in a gold medal at th...

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From the volleyball courts of Texas to making waves in the BIG EAST, McKenna Brand has quickly established herself as a key player for UCONN. As a freshman, she earned BIG EAST Co-Freshman of the Year, proving she’s a force to be reckoned with. In this video, we dive into her journey, her transition to the college game, and what makes her such a standout athlete.

🔹 How did McKenna adapt from Texas volleyball to the BIG EAST?
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Keoni Thiim’s Volleyball Journey: From UH to BYU! 🏐In this interview, we sit down with Keoni Thiim, a volleyball player from Hawaii who started his college career at Hawai'i (UH) and now competes for BYU. Keoni opens up about his journey in the sport, the transition between two powerhouse programs, and what it's like playing at the collegiate level.🔥 Topics We Cover:✅ His volleyball roots and how he got started✅ Playing f...

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Join us as Damla Gunes, a setter for Quinnipiac University’s volleyball team, shares her incredible journey from playing volleyball in Turkey to competing at the NCAA level with Quinnipiac Bobcats

We dive into:🏐 Her volleyball beginnings in Turkey

The transition to college volleyball in the U.S. Challenges of adapting to a new country and playing style

Growth as a player and experiences at Quinnipiac Advice for international athletes...

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In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Jen Spicher, CEO of the Professional Volleyball Federation (PVF), to talk about her incredible journey from the business world to leading one of the most exciting new pro sports leagues in the U.S.Jen shares how her business background made her the right choice to guide the PVF, the challenges and triumphs of bringing the league to life, and how the first season came together. Plus, she...

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Molly McCage has been a standout player from her days at the University of Texas to her time playing professionally. Now, she’s making history again as part of LOVB Austin in the first-ever season of LOVB Pro Volleyball! In this exclusive interview, Molly shares:🏐 Her journey from college to the pros🏐 The impact of playing for Texas and now returning to play professionally in her home state🏐 What makes LOVB’s debut season so exc...

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If you follow volleyball on any of the platforms you have seen some content from @pmevolleyball  aka Christian Herr.Content creator, and volleyball player who plays setter who gained recognition for his nickname PME volleyball. He posts volleyball-related content through comedy and relatable POV videos, and volleyball vlogs. and practice tutorials. His YouTube channel has garnered over 215 million views.

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All-BIG EAST Team! Meet Erin Jones from St. John's University. As a Sophomore (2023): Played in 128 sets and started in all 35 of the Red Storm’s matches... Unanimous All-BIG EAST Team selection… named to the AVCA East Coast All-Region Team… tabbed as the BIG EAST Offensive Player of the Week on Oct. 16… selected to the BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll three times… led the Red Storm with 508 points, 3.97 points per set, 446 kills and 3.4...

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Girls 15.1 Head Coach, NEVBC Founder​After a decorated playing career, co-founder and director Cat Dailey Minyard is passing along her volleyball expertise to the next generation of athletes in the Northeast. Cat has previously been an assistant coach for her alma mater, Yale University, as well as Amherst College. She is now the ESPN+ broadcast analyst for the Yale women's volleyball home matches. She is also a Lead Coach for Gold...

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Meet Garrett Minyard, co-founder and club director, of the Northeast Volleyball Club, in Connecticut. Before starting Northeast Volleyball Club, Coach Garrett spent a year in Italy as a coach in the Italian Serie A2 league. During that time, Garrett helped Volley Millenium Brescia capture a national championship and learned the ins and outs of professional team management. Before Italy, he earned his master’s degree in Human Resour...

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