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Volley Talk with Sarah Pavan

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Hawai'i Wins 2026 Men's NCAA National Championship, Dallas Pulse Takes MLV Title

May 13, 20261h 23m

2026 NCAA Men's Final Four is Set, Vakifbank Takes Champions League Crown

May 5, 20261h 20m

2026 NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship Preview

Apr 28, 202656 min

Austin Wins 2026 LOVB Championship with Golden Set Victory Over Salt Lake

Apr 20, 20261h 11m

Austin vs Salt Lake in LOVB Finals, Men's International & Domestic Dream Teams

Apr 13, 20261h 31m

Jordan Larson's Playing Career Officially Comes to an End, Houston Wins LOVB Regular Season

Apr 7, 20261h 5m

Ep 72Scandicci Outlasts Fenerbahce in Champions League Golden Set, International & Domestic Dream Teams

In this episode of Volley Talk, we break down the Champions League quarterfinal series between Scandicci and Fenerbahce. This was the only women's quarterfinal to go to a Golden Set, and the level of play was so entertaining to watch!We also make women's Dream Team selections for international volleyball, Team USA, and NCAA. We know there will be some varied opinions here, so let's hear your picks!Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Mar 30, 20261h 16m

Ep 71MLV All-Star Teams Announced, Crunch Time for Some Teams Heading into LOVB Final Weeks

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at the fan-voted (?), league-determined (?) player-inputted (?) MLV All-Star teams. Basically, we have no idea how exactly these teams were chosen, but we have some thoughts. We also break down some of the longer winning and losing streaks in various leagues. Are they indicative of how the team actually plays or is something weird going on?Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Mar 24, 20261h 7m

Ep 70Ranking NCAA Women's National Freshmen of the Year, International Transfer Portal?

In this episode of Volley Talk, we look back at the NCAA Women's National Freshmen of the Year from 2010-present. This exercise is a bit tougher than the POY segment we did last week, but we try to rank their collegiate and pro careers.UCLA remains unbeaten after taking down Hawai'i 3-0, Indy and Dallas have clearly separated themselves on the MLV front, and what would happen if there was a "transfer portal" internationally?Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Mar 16, 20261h 12m

Ep 69Ranking Former NCAA Women's POYs, Hawai'i and Pepperdine Trade Punches

In this episode of Volley Talk, we look back at the NCAA Women's Players of the Year from 2010-present. We have some fun and try to rank their collegiate careers and see how their pro careers stacked up to expectation.Confirm or Deny makes a comeback, and the Hawai'i vs Pepperdine series was a lot of fun- honestly, much more competitive than we were expecting! Will Hawai'i hand UCLA their first loss of the season this week?Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Mar 9, 20261h 7m

Ep 68Things are Ramping Up in Champions League & Overseas, Listener Questions Level Up

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at the playoff matchups happening in the Italian leagues and Champions League. We get out our crystal balls to predict how various leagues will finish their regular seasons and playoffs. Will we be correct?The FIVB officially released the rule changes they will be testing in the 2026 VNL (no libero changes, thankfully!), and we dive into the LOVB double sub situation and wonder... which national team has the strongest double sub (other than Italy, of course).Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Mar 2, 20261h 19m

Ep 67USA Volleyball Collegiate Training Camp, Where is Kendall Kipp?

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at the invitees to the USA Volleyball Collegiate Training Camp. Who would make our starting 7? Any surprise selections or snubs?Our listeners have been on the same page lately, and many people have been submitting the same questions, which is awesome. We dive into some of the most popular questions, including why we don't talk more about Kendall Kipp, and we make our own MLV All-Star picks.Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Feb 24, 202658 min

Ep 66New Rules in VNL 2026, An Interesting MLV Trade, and Blocking Strategy 201

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over some of the rule changes we will see implemented in VNL 2026. Some are ok, and some are... not our cup of tea. Grand Rapids and Omaha made a very interesting trade in MLV that has us shaking our heads, and we dive into the pros and cons of some different blocking tactics.Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Feb 16, 20261h 2m

Ep 65Champions League, Coppa Italia, and UCLA vs Long Beach State (Plus Serving Strategy 101)

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over some of the most exciting matches we watched this week, including UCLA vs Long Beach State on the NCAA men's side, Vakifbank vs Scandicci for women's Champions League, and some men's Coppa Italia! There was so much great volleyball to watch and we hope you were able to catch a couple matches!We bring back a Volleyball 101 segment with serving zones and strategy, and we have a little fun with some USA women's roster predictions. Who would be selected if the Olympics were this year, and what positions are weakest and strongest?Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Feb 9, 20261h 26m

Ep 64LOVB Picks Up Waived MLV Players, NCAA Senior to Pro Predictions, Would You Rather?

In this episode of Volley Talk, we are all over the map because there was a lot to talk about. LOVB picking up waived MLV players has got a lot of people talking. The Coppa Italia final between Conegliano and Scandicci was absolutely incredible. The US Department of Education found that San Jose State violated Title IX. It was a big week.Our listeners have come up with some great segment ideas, so we dive into one of them asking where certain upcoming NCAA seniors will end up playing pro. Adam also created an outstanding round of Would You Rather? that has Sarah thinking way too hard haha. If you have fun segment ideas, please feel free to send them in!Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Feb 3, 20261h 1m

Ep 63Dallas Pulse and LOVB Salt Lake Start 2026 Strong. What Happened to LOVB Houston?

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about our favorite and least favorite matches of the week. We also discuss the Omaha Supernovas and their uncharacteristic 3-3 start to the season. Will they bounce back and make a push for the top as expected, or does this team just not have it?Pavan's Percentages makes a comeback, and we talk about teams that have gotten off to a good start in 2026 and others that have us scratching our heads, wondering what is going on.Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jan 27, 20261h 8m

Ep 62UC Irvine Upsets Pepperdine, Scandicci & Novara Go The Distance

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss two of the best matches we watched this week- UC Irvine vs Pepperdine on the NCAA men's side, and Scandicci vs Novara in the women's A1 Italian league. These matches were outstanding and we highly recommend going back to watch them, especially the Italian match.We also reintroduce a game segment with an MLV Coaches' Mood Meter!Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jan 19, 20261h 5m

Ep 61Kelly Sheffield's Viral Interview, LOVB Season Preview

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the Kelly Sheffield podcast interview that has gone viral. We had dozens of people reach out to us to talk about it, so of course we had to dive in!Watch the interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DxQMCf6b_kListen to the interview here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joncast-podcast-a-wisconsin-sports-podcast/id1588964558?i=1000744025851We also go over some of the matches we watched this week and do a LOVB season 2 preview!Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jan 12, 20261h 9m

Ep 602026 MLV Season Preview, NCAA Transfer Portal Mayhem

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the absolute mess that is the NCAA women's transfer portal. There were some big surprises again, and we see some programs losing big while others are making huge pickups.Winter time also means pro coverage!! We talk a bit about what is going on in a couple overseas leagues and do a 2026 MLV preview for the domestic side of things.Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jan 5, 20261h 34m

Ep 59Texas A&M Wins 2025 NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship, Sweeps Pitt and Kentucky in Final Four

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Final Four. Texas A&M took down Pitt and Kentucky 3-0 to claim their first National Championship! All-American and Player of the Year awards were announced last week as well, so we have a lot to cover to close the book on the 2025 NCAA women's volleyball season!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Dec 23, 20251h 19m

Ep 582025 Women's NCAA Volleyball Final Four is Set, Texas A&M Shocks Nebraska

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Regional Semifinal and Final matches. It was a wild week of volleyball with a few very surprising results, including Texas A&M's victory over Nebraska.The Four 4 is set, with Wisconsin taking on Kentucky and Texas A&M facing off against Pitt. Matches start Thursday!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Dec 16, 20251h 22m

Ep 572025 NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship Rounds 1 & 2, Power 4 Conference Awards

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about some of the highlights (and low points) from rounds 1 and 2 of the 2025 NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship. The fact that there are zero perfect brackets anywhere goes to show just how unpredictable some of the results were. We also discuss the conference awards given out by the Power 4 conferences. While we agreed with most of them, there were a couple that definitely had us scratching our heads.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Dec 9, 20251h 7m

Ep 562025 NCAA Women's Volleyball Tournament Preview

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Tournament bracket and share our initial impressions of interesting matchups and who we think will make it to the Final Four in Kansas City!We also go over some of the top NCAA matches from last week, and talk about what went down in the MLV Draft!If you want to participate in the Volley Talk Bracket Challenge, created by Adam, please sign up at the link below starting on Tuesday, December 2. Entries will remain open until Thursday, December 4 at noon Eastern Time.https://ncaa-volleyball-bracket.vercel.app/signupIf you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Dec 1, 20251h 3m

Ep 55Volleyball Stats 101, 2025 All-American Predictions

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the stats that are posted during broadcasts and the numbers teams looks at when they are preparing for games. With the NCAA tournament selection upon us, we also throw out our predictions for First-Team All-Americans and major AVCA award winners.There were a lot of happenings to discuss this week as well, including the MLV Draft and Izzy Starck's transfer portal announcement.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Nov 24, 20251h 19m

Ep 54ACC Title Battle Will Go Down To The Wire, UCLA Takes First Set Off Of Nebraska Since Sept. 16

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about a couple noteworthy matches from last week, namely UCLA vs Nebraska and Pitt vs Stanford. Pitt was up 14-11 in the 5th and managed to lose 14-16! There is now a 3-way tie for first in the ACC with some huge matches happening in the next couple of weeks.UCLA took a set off of Nebraska to snap the Huskers' 48-set winning streak, and we talk about what it takes to go pro and what we look for.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Nov 17, 20251h 32m

Ep 53Coaches' Mood Meter, Listener Question Extravaganza!!

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go through a whole bunch of listener questions. You know we have a massive backlog to get through, so since it was a bit of a slower week on the NCAA side, we decided to dive in and tackle a whole bunch of them. Enjoy!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Nov 11, 20251h 20m

Ep 52Nebraska Is The Only Remaining Unbeaten NCAA Team, Defensive Systems 101

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the two teams who were unbeaten going into this past week of play- Nebraska and Texas. Texas took a tumble this week, losing to both Texas A&M and Kentucky, though, leaving Nebraska alone at the top. What is going well for these teams, and what are their weaknesses?Following up from last week's offense discussion, we go over defensive systems and discuss responsibilities for blockers and defenders. How do these positions work together to cover the court?If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Nov 4, 20251h 25m

Ep 51A Look at the Big XII Conference Contenders, Offensive Strategy Breakdown

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the Big XII, in particular the handful of teams that are making a push for the conference title. Who do we think really has a chance to win it all? What are the strengths and shortcomings of those teams?By popular demand, we also break down offensive strategy. What makes a good set, what are the goals when running an offense, and how do teams accomplish those things?If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Oct 27, 20251h 4m

Ep 50Louisville Falls in 5 to SMU & Pitt, Special Interview with Kathy DeBoer

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about Louisville- the good, the bad, and the ugly. The No. 4 team in the country dropped 2 conference matches last week to SMU and ACC rivals Pitt. Are they as good as they're cracked up to be, and what do they need to do to make a push for the Final Four?We also had the opportunity to sit down with AVCA legend and current chairperson of the LOVB Foundation, Kathy DeBoer. Stay tuned until the end of the episode to listen to our conversation with her.If you are interested in donating to the LOVB Foundation, be sure to head to lovb.com/foundation today!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Oct 21, 20251h 54m

Ep 49Penn State Stuns Wisconsin in 3, Miami Pulls the Reverse Sweep on Pitt

In this episode of Volley Talk, we break down the biggest NCAA upsets of the week. A struggling Penn State dominated Wisconsin 3-0, and Flormarie Heredia Colon put Miami on her back and recorded 38 kills on the way to getting the reverse sweep on Pitt. It was a surprising week for sure!NCAA rankings are staying relatively steady, with a few jumps here and there every week, but it seems like the story of the season so far has been injuries, particularly for Minnesota.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Oct 14, 202555 min

Ep 48NCAA Power 4 Breakdown, Conference Champion Predictions

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go through the Power 4 conferences and talk about our contenders for conference championships based on what we saw during the preseason and early conference play.Listener questions were really good this week, and there were several interesting matches that were worth a closer examination.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Oct 8, 20251h 17m

Ep 47Italy Repeats as Men's World Champion, Defeats Bulgaria in the Final

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the men's world championship playoffs, in particular the semifinals and medal matches. Italy put on a serving clinic against Poland and Bulgaria on their way to repeating as world champions in dominant fashion.Poland defeated Czechia for bronze with a very strong performance by Wilfredo Leon, although the result definitely falls short of their expectations.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Sep 30, 20251h 5m

Ep 46Men's World Championship Drama as Powerhouse Teams Fall Short of Playoffs

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the wild ride that has been the men's world championship so far. Our predictions from last episode could not have been more wrong, so it's time to go back to the drawing board and try again.Conference play starts up this week in the NCAA, and a world champion will be named.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Sep 23, 202557 min

Ep 452025 Men's World Championship Predictions, NCAA Surprises So Far

In this episode of Volley Talk, we share our predictions for how the men's world championship is going to play out. With all the parity in men's volleyball, this is a tough task! We also take a look at the key NCAA matchups from last week, discuss the biggest surprises for the season so far, and Pavan's Percentages makes a long-awaited comeback!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Sep 16, 202556 min

Ep 44Italy Wins 2025 Women's World Championship, Completes Olympic, VNL & Worlds Trifecta

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the absolutely incredible medal matches from the 2025 Women's World Championship. This was some of the best volleyball we have seen in a very long time, if not ever, on the women's side.Italy extended their world-record winning streak to 36 matches en route to winning gold at Worlds, becoming the first team to hold the Olympic, VNL, and World Championship titles at the same time. They are the first team since Cuba in 2002 to hold the Olympic and World Championship titles simultaneously.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Sep 9, 202555 min

Ep 43Women's 2025 World Championship Enters Final Phase, NCAA Season Off to an Exciting Start

In this episode of Volley Talk, we give the rundown of the 2025 Women's World Championships so far. Pool play is finished, the round of 16 is almost complete, and our quarterfinal predictions from last episode did not hold true!NCAA volleyball preseason is also underway, and there have been some outstanding matches so far. We give our way-too-early thoughts on teams' performances, what they need to do if they want to win the Natty in December, and much more.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Sep 3, 20251h 0m

Ep 42Women's 2025 World Championship & NCAA Top 10 Previews

In this episode of Volley Talk, we do some digging into what to expect from the upcoming women's world championships and NCAA season. Both competitions start up this weekend, so there is going to be a lot of volleyball to watch!!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Aug 19, 20251h 18m

Ep 41Surprising American Pro League Updates, Answering Our Toughest Question Yet

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss some big updates and roster changes coming out of LOVB and the PVF (yes, I'm still calling it the PVF for now) this week. We also try to tackle a question that we have been avoiding for quite some time... we were intimidated to take it on.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Aug 12, 20251h 19m

Ep 40Poland Wins 2025 Men's VNL, Doesn't Drop a Set During Final 8

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the matches from the Men's VNL Final 8. Poland was absolutely dominant, winning all 3 matches 3-0 and relying on different players throughout the week. Brazil and France didn't look as sharp as was expected, and surprisingly, not one match went to 5 sets.We have a lot of listener questions again this week, and this time they're (mostly) all about the men's game.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Aug 5, 20251h 23m

Ep 39Italy Extends Win Streak to 29 Matches, Repeats as Women's VNL Champions

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the matches from the Women's VNL Final 8. Italy was dominant as usual, beating Brazil 3-1 in the final. There were a couple blow-outs, but overall it was a great week of volleyball.We have a lot of listener questions this week, so get ready for a lot of discussion!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jul 28, 20251h 11m

Ep 38Men's VNL Final 8 Decided in the Last Match, Netherlands is Relegated

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss what went on during Week 3 of the Men's VNL competition. Brazil finished at the top of the rankings at 11-1, with Italy in second at 10-2. Serbia saved themselves from relegation by going 2-2 this week, and the bubble teams kept things exciting until the very last moment.Netherlands will not be returning to VNL in 2026, and there were several entertaining matches this week- a lot of them involving Cuba.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jul 21, 20251h 8m

Ep 37Undefeated Italy Headlines Women's VNL Final 8, Korea Comes Up Just Short for Relegation

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss what went on during Week 3 of the Women's VNL competition. Italy finished the preliminary round with a perfect 12-0 record, followed closely by Brazil at 11-1. Serbia pulled themselves out of the relegation spot by winning 3 of 4 matches in Apeldoorn, but the battle for relegation lasted until the very end.A couple teams really elevated their performance in Week 3, and others struggled to get anything going. We make some predictions for how the Final 8 will unfold, and of course, answer listener questions.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jul 14, 202556 min

Ep 36Brazil is on Top After Men's VNL Week 2, Final 8 Battle is Wide Open

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss what went on during Week 2 of the Men's VNL competition. Brazil is in the lead with 7 wins, followed closely by Poland and Italy. Serbia and Netherlands are facing relegation and will be fighting for their VNL lives in Week 3.There were lots of injuries sustained during play this week, some teams made big pushes to climb the ranks, and Week 3 is going to be VERY interesting as teams battle it out to make the Final 8.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jun 30, 202558 min

Ep 35Italy is the Only Unbeaten Team After Women's VNL Week 2, Serbia Still Sitting at Zero Wins

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss what went on during Week 2 of the Women's VNL competition. Some distinct groups have emerged, with 5 teams looking safe to make the Final 8, 4-5 teams fighting for the last 3 spots, and a couple teams battling to avoid relegation.There were some teams that made big improvements from week 1 and teams that took a bit of a plummet. This week's listener questions were also dialled in.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jun 23, 20251h 8m

Ep 34Poland Tops Week 1 Men's VNL Rankings Among League Parity, Young Athletes Show Up Big

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at Week 1 of the 2025 Men's Volleyball Nations League. Poland is the only undefeated team, but teams are all very close and competitive, making things very interesting and exciting.We saw a variety of strategies in Week 1 roster construction, with different combinations of youth and experience. It's fair to say, however, that a lot of very young athletes stepped up on the big stage, making a case to keep them around long-term.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jun 16, 202555 min

Ep 33Japan Dominates Women's VNL Week 1, Serbia and Korea Still Looking for a Win

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at Week 1 of the 2025 Women's Volleyball Nations League. Japan, Italy, and Turkey went undefeated in their respective pools, with Japan gathering a perfect 12-0 set record for the week.We also compare Week 1 roster construction, as some teams sent developmental squads to compete, while others used more experienced players. There were some pleasant surprises and a couple disappointments, and we break it all down.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jun 9, 202557 min

Ep 32Men's 2025 VNL Preview and Roster Breakdown

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look ahead at what to expect from the Men's VNL competition, starting June 10. The American men are only returning 3 players from the bronze-medal winning Paris Olympic roster, so we check out the new talent that was called up and discuss what we can expect from this team.We also take a look at the rosters at the other top teams from around the world and make some predictions on what will happen this VNL season. Also, LOVB has some been signings heading into season 2 and Women's VNL starts this week!If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

Jun 2, 202557 min

Ep 31Women's 2025 VNL Preview and Roster Breakdown

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look ahead at what to expect from the Women's VNL competition, starting June 3. The USA roster had a lot of people talking, and we take a look at the selections that were made, who was potentially snubbed, and how we think things will go for this new squad this season compared to the rosters submitted by other top programs around the world.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

May 26, 20251h 13m

Ep 30Long Beach State Dominates UCLA to Win 4th NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship

In this episode of Volley Talk, we are jumping in a little earlier than usual to cover the NCAA men's volleyball championship. Long Beach State dominated all weekend long, earning the program's 4th national title in a definitive 3-0 victory over UCLA in the final.If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

May 15, 202541 min

Ep 29PVF Championship and Season Recap

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the PVF Championship that happened this past weekend in Las Vegas. Omaha, Indy, Atlanta, and Orlando went head to head to claim the highly coveted $1 million prize, and we break down the semifinals and final.With the 2nd PVF season coming to an end, Sarah and Adam run through a bit of an analysis of the league in general, from format and level of play to branding and presentation. If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at [email protected]!Instagram: http://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcastYouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

May 12, 20251h 4m