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If you’re staring down the start of club volleyball season and your Amazon cart looks like a panicked mom’s version of survival prep… you’re not alone. Club season is here, Cyber Monday is calling, and yes — I found the good stuff. All under $30 (well, almost except one excellent buy), all game-day-tested, and all […]
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If club volleyball had a relationship status, it would be: “It’s complicated.” New practice schedules. New parents. New expectations. New coaches. For some of you, a whole new club or club experience. And about 37 new ways to spend a weekend inside a gym. Whether this is your very first club season or you’ve been […]
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“The recruiting process is like their first major job interview — not just about skill, but about character.” When I look back on my daughter’s high school and club years, I realize how much time I spent worrying — about things that, in the long run, didn’t matter nearly as much as I thought.As a […]
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The Rise of AI in Sports Recruiting In today’s fast-paced digital world, new ways to create smarter recruiting videos with AI are transforming how young athletes get noticed by college coaches. Gone are the days when parents had to manually stitch together hours of raw game footage into a highlight reel. What’s striking is how […]
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Two years ago, as my daughter stepped into her senior season, I shared this blog post about the big shift from club to high school volleyball. At the time, we adjusting to schedule changes, fast-paced weeks and senior plans. My daughter was deep into the emotions—trying to figure out playing time, juggling school and coaching […]
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Found It First: The Wild Ice Cube Water Bottle You Haven’t Seen Yet and All The Rest Volleyball water bottle trends are getting a serious glow-up in 2025. From gallon jugs for all-day tournaments, long school days+ practice to sleek ice-cube-making bottles no one’s seen yet, hydration has become a full-blown accessory in the volleyball […]
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If you’re looking for creative gear repurpose ideas every sports mom will love, you’re in the right place. When kids join club sports, moms end up buying gear that’s only used for a single season — jerseys, backpacks, warm-ups, socks. Then next season, it starts all over again. Over 5 to 8 years, that adds […]
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Navigating college recruitment in sports, especially for parents, involves understanding that skills alone aren’t enough. Coaches prioritize intangibles like leadership, presence, and emotional stability during tournaments. Athletes must demonstrate supportiveness and engagement, even off the court. Ultimately, recruiting success hinges on character and commitment, making soft skills essential.
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Ah. Here we are-Summer! As club and travel seasons come to a close, many parents and families of volleyball players find themselves wondering how to keep their athletes in top shape for the upcoming fall season. Of course, if your child has played the sport for a while, you understand that summer offers a great […]
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Is there even an offseason anymore? Let’s be real — if your kid is serious about volleyball, there’s no such thing as an offseason anymore. Between club, beach, travel tournaments, camps and pop-up private practices, volleyball has become a year-round sport. And while that’s awesome for skill-building, it’s tough on the budget — especially when […]
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