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Better Together

United Volleyball
Volleyball
Coaching
United Volleyball
Nutrition
Recruiting
Leadership
Athlete Development
United Volleyball Club
Hydration
Parenting
Confidence
Education
Huntsville
Family Dynamics
Youth Development
United Birmingham
Carbohydrates
Recruitment
Sportsmed
Mental Game

A United podcast centered around athlete development, coaching philosophies, the college recruitment process, and more! Hosted by Korohen Jones, Director of Player and Coach Development. Each week we showcase different athletes, alumni, and coaches that all help us become #bettertogether.

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Sophie Krichev is back on Better Together.

When Sophie first joined the podcast, she was preparing to begin her collegiate volleyball career at UT Arlington. Now, after completing her freshman season, she returns to share what life at the Division I... more

Summer can feel like a race to fit everything in - camps, clinics, workouts, open gyms, vacations, jobs, and more. But does being busier actually help athletes improve?

In this solo episode, Korohen challenges athletes and families to rethink what p... more

Continuing our conversation with United Birmingham Director Ryan Freeburg, we dive into recruiting, player development, exposure, and the future of volleyball in Alabama.

Ryan shares his perspective as both a club director and Division I coach, disc... more

One year after launching United Birmingham, we sit down with Club Director Ryan Freeburg to reflect on what the journey has been like so far.

Ryan shares the challenges and rewards of building a club from the ground up, creating a healthy environmen... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Freeburg
Associate head coach at a Division I program; club director
United Birmingham
Episode: One Year Later: Building United Birmingham with Ryan Freeburg PART 1
Perry Robinson
Coach discussed in episode
Pelham/United Birmingham volleyball program
Episode: The Mental Side of Volleyball with Perry Robinson
Betsy Freeburg
UAB women's volleyball head coach
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Episode: What College Coaches Actually Look For in Recruiting with UAB Head Coach Betsy Freeburg | Part 2
Alicia Krichev
Coach and parent with recruiting experience
United Volleyball
Episode: Volleyball Recruiting Tips: What Athletes and Parents Need to Know with Alicia Krichev
Kaleb Vandeperre
Beach Volleyball Head Coach at the University of North Alabama
University of North Alabama (UNA)
Episode: UNA Beach Volleyball | Head Coach Kaleb Vandeperre on Identity, Culture, and Performance (Part 1)
Merritt Beason
Club ambassador, former college and professional volleyball player
Omaha Beason/United Volleyball
Episode: Looking Back with Merritt Beason (Part 2): Leadership, Confidence & the Mental Game
Aija Abele
Coach, former player, involved with United volleyball program
United Volleyball / Alabama clubs
Episode: Why Aren’t You Coaching? The Conversation That Started Aija Abele’s Coaching Journey (Part 1)
Chloe Walker
Former volleyball player, now coach, sharing her experiences transitioning to a mentoring role
United Volleyball
Episode: No More Walking on Eggshells: Chloe Walker on Building Confidence in Young Athletes
Dr. Amanda Aguilar
Guest expert (likely sports psychologist/researcher involved in athlete development and family dynamics)
Episode: Where Athletes, Families, and Clubs Align - with Dr. Amanda Aguilar (Part 3)

Hosts

Korohen Jones
Host of the show with leadership in player and coach development; appears across multiple episodes.
Korin Jones
Host of the show; Director of Player and Coach Development at United Volleyball.

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The Mental Side of Volleyball with Perry Robinson
Q: What do you think players just don't fully understand about confidence or having confidence?
Confidence begins with awareness of what you're thinking in the moment; it isn't fixed and can be trained through prep work, journaling, and reframing thoughts to move closer to the desired outcome.
Signing Day & What’s Next: Gear, Prep, and Fall Details with Michelle Mitchell
Q: What is the most underrated tip for a smooth uniform order?
Put your three choices for numbers in there and make sure your number one choice matches the number one choice on the coaching list, and remember which team your child is on by checking League Apps.
Signing Day & What’s Next: Gear, Prep, and Fall Details with Michelle Mitchell
Q: How long does uniform ordering typically take start to finish?
The stores are open for a week and a half, orders are processed after the closing date, and sometimes they don't come in until December or January, so starting early helps ensure delivery by December.
Road to Roar: Tristan Johnson’s Path to UNA Head Coach
Q: How did you end up as the interim head coach while still in college?
It was a combination of being in the right place at the right time, showing initiative, and the program needing leadership. I stepped up, ran practices and weights, and proved I could handle the responsibilities, which led to formal recognition.
The Heart Behind the Game: Mindset, Meaning, and Mission with Merritt Beason - PART 1
Q: What was the toughest moment in your recruiting journey and how did you overcome it?
The hardest period was when I didn't enjoy volleyball despite being at a high level; through therapy, honest conversations with coaches, and support from friends, I found the strength to reassess and prioritize my well-being.

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The show centers on athlete development, coaching philosophy, and the college recruitment journey, with a strong emphasis on practical coaching techniques, leadership, and holistic player development. Guests range from veteran coaches and college recruiters to players and sports psychologists, all sharing actionable insights on building culture, managing development, and navigating recruitment. A notable throughline is a “team-first” approach, translated into coaching practices, family and club ecosystem dynamics, and growth-minded leadership. This mix makes it a compelling listen for coaches aiming to level up their programs, athletes pursuing higher levels of play, and parents seeking clearer guidance on recruitment and development. A rec... more

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2. Perry Robinson
3. Betsy Freeburg
4. Alicia Krichev
5. Kaleb Vandeperre
6. Merritt Beason
7. Aija Abele
8. Chloe Walker

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