In this episode, Mark Burik introduces Marine Kinna, a new member of the Better Beach team, who shares her unique journey as an international athlete navigating the NCAA recruiting process. The conversation explores the differences in sports culture between France and the U.S., the challenges faced by international players, and the importance of education in sports. Marine discusses her experiences in junior college and the transition to playing at a higher level in the U.S., providing valuable insights for aspiring athletes. In this conversation, Marine Kinna shares her inspiring journey from France to the United States, detailing her experiences in college volleyball, the recruitment process, and the transition to beach volleyball. She discusses the challenges she faced, including navigating the student visa process, adapting to a new culture, and the impact of COVID-19 on her college experience. Throughout the conversation, Marine emphasizes the importance of hard work, perseverance, and maintaining a positive mindset in achieving success in sports and life.

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to Marine Kenna and Better Beach
07:11 The Journey of an International Athlete
31:30 Navigating the NCAA Recruiting Process
44:45 Transitioning to Junior College and Beyond
45:44 Journey to Colorado: A New Beginning
51:19 Navigating College Recruitment: Strategies for Success
57:03 The Transition to Beach Volleyball: Embracing New Challenges
01:11:02 Overcoming Adversity: The Impact of COVID-19 on College Sports
01:21:25 The Importance of Hard Work and Mindset in Sports

In this conversation, Avery Drost shares his journey as a professional beach volleyball player, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He emphasizes the importance of setting, overcoming imposter syndrome, and building strong relationships within the volleyball community. Drost also highlights the significance of training, especially during the off-season, and the unique aspects of playing with a goofy foot approach. The discussion wraps up with insights on what makes a good volleyball partner and the importance of being a supportive teammate.

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Time Stamps:

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Avery Drost's Journey
02:56 The Path to Becoming an AVP Pro
06:13 Finding Balance: Family and Volleyball
09:09 Key Skills for Advancing in Beach Volleyball
11:58 The Importance of Setting in Volleyball
15:04 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Sports
17:58 Building Relationships in the Volleyball Community
21:05 Training and Preparation for Off-Season
24:04 The Goofy Foot Approach in Volleyball
27:05 Characteristics of a Good Volleyball Partner
29:49 Final Thoughts and Future Goals

In this conversation, Mark Burik discusses the basics of passing in beach volleyball. He emphasizes the importance of posture and mental preparation before every point. He provides tips on how to start every point with the right mindset and how to create a stronger mental game. He also talks about the athletic posture and the importance of staying in that position throughout the game. Mark explains the concept of rooting into the ground and maintaining balance while passing. He also discusses footwork sequencing and the use of legs and arms in passing. Mark shares a three-point passing scale and explains the ideal passing angles for left and right side attackers. He suggests recording matches and taking statistics to track passing performance. In this conversation, Mark Burik discusses the importance of building a strong platform in serve receive. He emphasizes the need to get your hands together before the ball crosses the net to ensure a steady and accurate pass. He also shares a drill that players can do at home to improve their passing skills. Mark highlights the different levels of passing, from a three-point pass that allows for attacking to a zero-point pass that results in an overpass or an ace. He encourages players to track their passing stats and use video analysis to identify areas for improvement. Mark also introduces the Better at Beach online app and the various courses and programs available to help players upgrade their passing.

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Importance of Athletic Posture in Serve Receive

08:53 Understanding and Maintaining Posture

20:06 Using Both Legs and Arms in Passing

25:48 Recording Matches and Tracking Progress

31:38 Passing High: The Key to Successful Attacks

34:16 Building a Strong Platform for Effective Passing

37:33 Creating an Angle: The Secret to Accurate Passes

45:19 Improving Your Passing Skills: Tips and Drills

01:05:49 Q&A: Stance for Jump Servers vs Float Servers