The MNVBCA Pod

Little Town, Big Opportunities - Stacy Dahl (Badger-Greenbush/Middle River)

We often think that there are fewer opportunities for players in a smaller/rural community.  However, if we change our perspective, we see that it might be the exact oppo

Chance or Consequence

I recently watched the Odyssey and it was amazing.  One line immediately stuck out to me while watching and has been lingering in my mind.  Listen to this short podcast e

2026 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic Recap

Join Darin Swenson (Litchfield), Becca Pulju (Sebeka), and Greg Ueland (Roseville) as they discuss their highlights from this year's MNVBCA Coaches Clinic.  Another

I Was Driven to Work Hard Because I Didn't Want to Fail - Kirsten Bernthal Booth (LOVB Nebraska)

Join us as we chat with Kirsten Bernthal Booth, our Keynote Speaker for the 2026 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic.  Hear a preview of her sessions and also listen as she talks about

A Full Circle Moment - CC McGraw (MLV Minnesota)

In this episode we are joined by CC McGraw (MLV Minnesota Asst. Coach) and talk about her volleyball journey. We talk about it all! From her years as a youth player, bein

2026 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic Preview - Greg Ueland (Roseville Raiders/Clinic Director)

The 2026 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic is on July 29th and 30th at Mounds View High School.  Interested to know who is going to be there? Wondering what they are going to talk ab

Was that a dig? Maybe? - Erika Bailey-Johnson (Bemidji Lumberjacks)

This podcast features a fun discussion on volleyball statistics, focusing on definitions, subjectivity, and best practices for tracking and interpreting stats. Greg Sayuk

2025 Championship Series: Class AA - Hawley Nuggets (Kathleen Rustad and Nicole Martin)

How do you follow up a podcast with the coach of a back-to-back State Champ? You bring on another back-to-back State Champ!  It is a back-to-back back-to-back.  Join us a

2025 Championship Series: Class AAAA - Lakeville South Cougars (Stephen Willingham)

Join us in this 4 part series where we talk with the head coach of the State Championship teams from each class.  In the second episode of the series, we are joined by St

2025 Championship Series: Class AAA - Marshall Tigers (Dan Westby)

Join us in this 4 part series where we talk with the head coach of the State Championship teams from each class.  In the first episode of the series, we chat with Dan Wes

It Runs In The Family - Kathy Gillen-Melville & McKenna Melville (Eagan Wildcats)

How do you follow up an episode where we talked to the coach of a 7-time State Champion program?  Bring on another 7-time State Champion coach...and her daughter...who is

I'll Try Not To Screw This Up - Franz Boelter (MNVBCA Hall of Fame)

How do you go from being the coach during the first volleyball match you ever watched, to winning 7 State Titles?  Well, as this coach would say, "I try not to screw thin

The Eye of the Tigers - Becca Rue (Delano Tigers)

We had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Becca Rue, the head coach of the Delano Tigers.  The Tigers have been consistently one of the top programs in the state f

2025 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic Recap

Join Darin Swenson (Litchfield), Becca Pulju (Sebeka), and Greg Ueland (Roseville) as they discuss their highlights from this year's MNVBCA Coaches Clinic.  It was a

2025 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic Preview - Greg Ueland (Roseville Raiders/Clinic Director)

Curious who is presenting at this year's clinic? Wondering what they are going to talk about?  Join Greg Ueland (Roseville) and Darin Swenson (Litchfield) as they pr

The Story Behind the Start of MN Boys Volleyball - Krista Fleming (MBVCA, Shakopee Sabers)

In this episode we are joined by one of the driving forces behind the journey to get boys volleyball sanctioned by the MSHSL in Minnesota!  Krista Fleming (Shakopee Saber

Top 10 Reasons To Attend A Coaching Clinic - Tod Mattox (Coast VB, The VolleyPod, The Bishop's School)

We are excited to be joined by Tod Mattox for this episode.  Tod is a coach from the west coast with 40+ years of experience.  He is a co-founder of the VolleyPod and has

Keynote Speaker Preview - Kristen Kelsay (Michigan State University)

The MNVBCA Coaches Clinic is July 30th and 31st at Lakeville South High School.  This year we are excited to welcome Michigan State University Head Coach (and former Univ

Part 2: Creative Thoughts On Youth Training - Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars)

We continue our discussion with Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars).  If you enjoyed Part 1 of this discussion, you are going to love the conclusion.  Find out w

Part 1: Creative Thoughts On Youth Training - Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars)

Looking for some creative ways to train youth players in your program?  This is the episode for you!  Join us as we talk with Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars)