Volley Takes is a podcast dedicated to talk all things volleyball news, culture, and more! Hosted by Abby Benton (@numberonevolleyball) on Instagram and TikTok, this podcast takes a deep dive into current volleyball news stories, discussions about the game and its future, along with some of the BIGGEST hot takes in the volleyball world.
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Abby discusses the evolving role of media in volleyball, emphasizing dynamic coverage and comparing media relations to women's basketball, advocating for speculation and analysis in sports reporting.
11 Feb 2025
take on mary wise's retirement
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Summary
In this episode, Abby Benton reflects on the remarkable legacy of Mary Wise, the long-time head coach of Florida Volleyball, who recently announced her retirement. Abby discusses Mary Wise's impressive career statistics, her impact on the sport, and her role as a community leader in Gainesville. The conversation also touches on the evolution of college volleyball, the challenges faced by coaches in adapting to new dynamics in the sport, and speculations about the future of Florida Volleyball coaching. Abby shares personal anecdotes about her experiences with Florida Volleyball and concludes with an all-time Florida Volleyball team.
Chapters
00:00 Mary Wise's Legacy in Volleyball
07:21 Personal Reflections on Florida Volleyball
13:18 Mary Wise: A Community Leader
15:18 The Changing Landscape of College Volleyball
19:59 The Future of Florida Volleyball Coaching
22:11 All-Time Florida Volleyball Team
Keywords
Mary Wise, Florida Volleyball, NCAA, coaching legacy, women's sports, volleyball history, Gainesville community, college athletics, volleyball coaching, sports leadership
17 Dec 2024
takes on the ncaa volleyball tournament, favorite matches, and tampering in the transfer portal
Abby discusses the NCAA volleyball tournament, key matches, standout performances, and tampering in the transfer portal, revealing the contrasting success of SEC and Big 12 teams.
Reach and audience
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.5 / 5
10 ratings
Spotify
4.8 / 5
20 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 51 / 100
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Quality
72
Social presence
0
YouTube
0
Engagement
77
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