#21 - Brandon Rosenthal on Networking, Parity in Volleyball, and Building a Program

Lipscomb University Head Volleyball Coach Brandon Rosenthal joins the podcast just before the start of the 2024 NCAA Volleyball season!!! Brandon's journey is as unique as it is entertaining as we touch on Lipscomb's build over the last 23+ years both on and off the court!!!

00:00 Introduction and AVCA Showcase

02:49 The Impact of Technology on Volleyball

05:08 Brandon's Journey Hollywood Auditions to Volleyball Coach

08:09 Coaching Attire and the COVID-19 Pandemic

11:58 The Art of Hiring Coaches

19:31 The Power of Networking in Coaching

27:58 Coaching Transparency and Collaboration

30:07 The Changing Landscape of Coaching

35:58 Potential for Increased Parity

41:48 Making Women's Volleyball More Marketable for TV

57:36 Challenges of Attracting Casual Fans

01:07:11 Success of Lipscomb University's Volleyball Program

01:10:31 Unique Strategies for Player Development

01:14:02 The Role of Social Media in Promoting Volleyball

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