This Thanksgiving I am thankful for ESPN’s coverage to the NCAA Women’s Volleyball Selection Show, but I am rather disappointed in the lack of priority volleyball received.  The show was “scheduled” for 3:00pm on ESPN News, but apparently Lebron James’ shoulder bump with his head coach was more important than the over 1,000 players lives that will be immediately impacted over the next few weeks.  Come on ESPN, man or woman up! Continue Reading

There are some incredibly passionate people in volleyball.  It’s a shame our sport doesn’t get more recognition in the United States to showcase these great individuals.  I had an in depth conversation with Grant Baldwin, Director of DFW High Intensity Boys Volleyball Club in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.  It is people like him that will continue to expand the reach of volleyball in the United States and continue to grow our game. Continue Reading

At 3am November 8 2010, six months to the day after his tragic accident, God brought Ranse Jones home. He went peacefully and I believe with the full knowledge that he had hung on long enough for his friends and family to gather and celebrate his life and say their goodbyes. He could feel the love, smiles and laughter across the miles; He was there. He had fought a good fight but in the end, it was not his decision how long this life would be and I am thankful for the Grace of God. While the aunerism took his body, it could not take his spirit, love or legacy….because he gave these to all of us long ago. Continue Reading

I’m not a big proponent of playing volleyball all year round.  Growing up in Chicago, I enjoyed being able to play indoor during the cold winter months and then couldn’t wait for the summer to roll around so I could play beach.  I also participated in baseball and wrestling which indirectly made me a better volleyball player.  Gone are the day when juniors are allowed to enjoy other sports and miss the game of volleyball.  As a college coach, I have seen way too many over-use injuries from freshman entering the season and too many surgeries, on these freshman. Continue Reading