Set The Pipe!! #48 Sarah Conklin: Breaking Barriers: The Growth of Boys Volleyball

22/09/2025 45 min Temporada 2 Episodio 48
Set The Pipe!! #48 Sarah Conklin: Breaking Barriers: The Growth of Boys Volleyball

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In this conversation, the hosts discuss the current state of boys volleyball, particularly focusing on the growth of the sport in North Carolina. They welcome Coach Sarah Conklin, who shares her journey in coaching and her efforts to promote boys volleyball. The discussion highlights the challenges faced in promoting the sport, the importance of networking among coaches, and the potential for growth at the college level. The conversation emphasizes the need for exposure and support for boys volleyball to thrive. The conversation explores the growth and challenges of men's volleyball programs, particularly in high schools across the United States. The speakers discuss the increasing number of college programs, the role of national governing bodies in promoting the sport, and the varying requirements for high school sanctioning in different states. They highlight boys volleyball as the fastest-growing sport in high schools, the importance of community involvement, and the need for greater exposure and awareness to continue this growth. The discussion also touches on the significance of national tournaments and the impact they have on the sport's future.Chapters00:00College Volleyball Rankings and Shifts02:43Exciting Matches and Team Performances04:58Guest Introduction and Background07:44Sanctioned Boys Volleyball Movement08:54Introduction to Boys Volleyball Advocacy11:59The Journey of Starting Boys Volleyball in North Carolina14:05Challenges in Growing Boys Volleyball19:24The Role of Colleges in Promoting Boys Volleyball24:23The Growth Statistics of Boys Volleyball29:28Future Prospects and Goals for Boys Volleyball32:05The Future of Club Volleyball for Young Athletes33:03Opportunities in Men's Volleyball Across the U.S.35:20Growing the Game: Challenges and Opportunities37:26The Importance of High School Sports for All39:16Community Involvement in Expanding Volleyball Programs45:56National Tournaments: Showcasing Young Talent48:01The Role of Legends in Inspiring the Next GenerationBuy Set The Pipe a Beer or a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/setthepipeSupport the showInstagraminstagram.com/setthepipe TikTokx.com/SETTHEPIPE Spotifyopen.spotify.com/show/6vzpcOYw2BKWMgaR5kKWOw Spotify...

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