VB Adrenaline Podcast
Welcome to the VBAdrenaline Podcast, your pulse-pounding source for all things volleyball! Hosted by Darren Tipton, we bring you the hottest topics, rising stars, and buzz in prep and college volleyball.
Tune in each week for exclusive player interviews, conversations with coaches, updates on rankings, and insights into the recruiting scene in our growing sport. Join us for a court-side experience that's fast, fun, and full of adrenaline.
Episodes
24 episodes
Season 2 Episode 5 Recruiting is a Family Affair with the Smiths Pt. 1
Marlie Smith is not only one of the top 2027 Setter prospects in America, she is also a National Champ an All-American and just may be the most educated expert when it comes to the recruiting process of anyone in the country. Why???? Beca...
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27:44
Season 2 Episode 4
AVCA Director Jaime Gordon is the guest and he talks First Serve Classic and so much more about the event and the teams involved. Plus we dive into the 2024 College season, what's ahead for the AVCA and we even talk a little NCAA Preseaso...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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37:01
Season 2 Episode 3: Brennan Dean WAVE Volleyball
I talk with Brennan Dean of WAVE Volleyball about several topics dealing with the recruiting world including:1. Is Ireland Real as "High of a Character Kid" as I think she is?2. How good is this 2027 West Coast recruiting class!!
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41:45
Episode 2: Molly Tuozza Current Commits How to Prep for College and It's Changes
Kentucky Sophomore Libero/DS Molly Tuozza was an All-American everything Libero for Houston Skyline. She talks about what growing pains she went through on the transition to college. She also gets real about what it's like accepting...
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29:41
Episode1: Charlotte Vinson Getting Better Day By Day
Here from Charlotte Vinson a Munciana volleyball star who survived a near fatal infection this Spring. She's on the road to recovery and doing well there is still much unknown about her future, but she's taking things day-by-day and she's...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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36:53
Jason Watson: Arkansas Volleyball and Prepping for this year's recruiting cycle
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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13:44
A Coach's View on Recruiting: Dan Meske Louisville
NCAA D1 Assistant Coach of the Year Dan Meske has a candid interview on a coaches' thoughts on recruiting, what do they really think, what do they pay attention to, what are they looking for and much, much more. Plus we get si...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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54:46
Real Life Recruiting Tips from 2025s Carly Gilk and Abby Vander Wal
Hear from two of the top 2025 prospects in the USA. Carly Gilk and Abby Vander Wal sit down and tell us about their process, what they learned and how they came upon their decisions.
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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46:58
Recruiting Tips, Myths and Strategies with Flow State Volley
We take the gloves off and talk some real recruiting. Questions from athletes, parents and me when it comes to recruiting education. Like what and why are there hard timelines, how to advocate for yourself, what to prepare for. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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54:09
Episode 13: Gilad Doron IMG Volleyball Academy
Talked with the new Director of VB Operations, Gilad Doron, about all things IMG Volleyball. Learn about training, college prep, future projects and growth at the facility in Bradenton, FL.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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40:42
Episode 10: Steve Aird "Building Indiana Volleyball"
Indiana Head Coach sits down to talk about his best season yet for Hoosier Volleyball, his contract extension, building a program and finding the right fit in a program. He's a volleyball lifer and definitely brought life to Hoosier Volle...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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41:29
Emily Ehman taking the volleyball world by storm and she's worked for all of it!
Emily Ehman may be THE NAME in volleyball media. The Northwestern graduate is everywhere and is crafting her brand that is synonymous excellence. We met years ago high in the rafters at the COVID Final Four in Omaha. It was he...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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41:08
Episode 8: Cursty LeRoux talks everything Texas
Cursty LeRoux just finished her first season as Recruiting Coordinator for Texas Volleyball and what a year it was. She dives deep into the Longhorn Culture, what Coach Elliot is really like behind the scenes and gives some big advice for...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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39:28
07: Hot Prospect Talk Following NTDP
In this episode of the VB Adrenaline Podcast, Darren Tipton sits down with co-host Samantha Campion, senior All American at Cal Poly Pomona . The team highlights the top prospects showcased at the NTDP as well as spotlighting prospe...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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34:42
06: Lincoln Arneal: Uncovering Husker Volleyball Insights & Perspectives
In this episode Darren dives deep into the world of Husker volleyball. He is joined by Lincoln Arneal, who shares insights into Nebraska and Big Ten volleyball. In the discussion, they cover topics ranging from the passion of Nebraska players, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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35:36
05: Under Armor All-American Preview with Ziva Recek Blackmon
In this episode Host, Darren Tipton talk about volleyball trends, standout players and upcoming competitions, with the Under Armour All-American Match. The episode also details the process of selecting teams for the match, the envisaged e...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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38:28
04: The Rise of Professional Volleyball: A Conversation With Orlando Valkyries Coach Amy Pauley
In this episode of the VB Adrenaline Podcast, host Darren Tipton is joined by Amy Pauley, the head coach of the Orlando Valkyries team in the new Real Pro Volleyball League. Amy shares her thoughts on the mission of the league, the opportunitie...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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36:28
03: Coach Dan Meske from Louisville: A Conversation Inside D1 Volleyball
In this episode Darren sits down with distinguished volleyball coach, Dan Meske from Louisville. Dan shares his passion for the sport, discussing his progression from a coach at a smaller university to the big leagues of the D1 level. He also d...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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31:54
02: Exploring the Evolution of VB Adrenaline
In this episode of the VB Adrenaline Podcast, Darren Tipton is joined by Madison Morey to discuss the growth and evolution of volleyball, the importance of player stories, the future of college recruiting and how Darren went from fundraising co...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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36:08
01: The Rise of Skylar Pierce: From High School Star to Nebraska Commit
Welcome to the VB Adrenaline Podcast, where we dive into the world of volleyball, featuring rising stars, top coaches, and trending topics. In this episode, host Darren Tipton interviews Skylar Pierce, an all-American volleyball player and Nebr...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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30:01