The podcast episode of the ‘Master Coaches Wednesday Weekly Buzz,’ hosted by Bob Petucci and featuring Master Coaches Mick Haley, Tom Hilbert, and Jim Stone. Their guest, Jamie Gordon, Executive Director of the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA), recaps the latest AVCA convention. Key issues discussed include the impact of the transfer portal on coaches’ workloads, the timing of the convention relative to Christmas, and the evolving strategies for managing revenue share in college sports. The episode also delves into the challenges and opportunities facing NCAA volleyball, including viewership growth, production quality, and the implications of NIL deals. The podcast ends with a discussion on the necessity of a think tank for the volleyball community to navigate these transformational times.
