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The Leave It Better Podcast

The Side-Out Foundation
Volleyball
Dig Pink
Dig Pink Program
Side-Out Foundation
Youth Sports
Coaching
Breast Cancer Awareness
Nebraska
Professional Volleyball
Women's Sports
Olympic Games
Mentorship
Women In Sports
Power Of Pink
Train Like an Olympian
Stroke Recovery
Mental Health
NCAA Championship
Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Research

Explore how to Leave it Better: in life, through the sport of Volleyball. Nebraska Hall of Fame Coach Janice Kruger speaks with the world’s best Volleyball coaches and athletes about the lessons the sport of volleyball has taught them about how to “leave it better.” Are you looking for inspiration on your path of self-discovery? Do you want to build a life with meaning? This is the podcast for you... more

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Cathy George
Head coach and director of operations of the Grand Rapids Rise professional volleyball team.
Grand Rapids Rise
Episode: You Can Do It - Now Believe It! With Cathy George
Kathy DeBoer
Hall of Fame coach and former executive director of the American Volleyball Coaches Association
Side-Out Foundation
Episode: Humor and Healing: How Michigan Coach Kathy DeBoer Overcame Her Stroke
Candace Moats
NAIA Championship coach with an impressive 40-year career in volleyball
Indiana Wesleyan University
Episode: Winning isn't Easy, but Never Losing is Much Harder, with Candace Moats
Erin Virtue
Head Volleyball Coach at the University of Michigan and Assistant Coach for the USA Women's National Team
University of Michigan / USA Volleyball
Episode: How to find (and recruit) the Best Players in the Sport, with Erin Virtue
Cathy Noth
Former setter on the national team and Olympic alternate, owner of Train Like An Olympian
Train Like An Olympian
Episode: A Trainer for the Next Generation of Volleyball Stars, Cathy Noth
Terry Liskevych
Former collegiate and US National Olympic team coach
Episode: A Guide to Growing a Sport: Boosting Volleyball’s Popularity, with Terry Liskevych
Roger Anderson
Hall of Fame volleyball coach at Westborough High School
Westborough High School
Episode: Coaching Players AND Their Parents, with Roger Anderson
Tyler Carey
Art teacher, volleyball coach, and philanthropist
Queenberry High School
Episode: The Reason Winning isn't Everything, with Tyler Carey
Ruth N. Nelson
Former US team member and coach at collegiate and professional levels
Episode: A Coaching Career Built on Incredible Connections, with Ruth Nelson

Host

Janice Kruger
Hall of Fame coach and host of the series focused on Leave It Better and the Side-Out Foundation.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • A show that gets it!

    There are so many things sports teach us abo it life. I love how the host of this show had the experience speak a depth about what she’s learned in her 70 years, but also what the guest have to say to today’s youth. It’s not just what you say, but how you make people feel. This show makes me feel good. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
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    realchristineod
    United States2 years ago

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Content is seen as practical for coaches, educators, and youth mentors.
The show leaves audiences inspired to apply lessons from volleyball to life.
Guests' stories about mentorship and resilience are highlighted strengths.
Listeners appreciate the host's depth and real-world coaching experience.

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#60
United States/Sports/Volleyball
Apple Podcasts
#3
Ukraine/Sports/Volleyball
Apple Podcasts
#225
Ukraine/Sports

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Finding Bigger Audiences with Pro Volleyball Federation CEO Jen Spicher
Q: Is there anything you could share with us about some small thing that you've learned this year with the league?
There's going to be bumps in the road, but we've managed to ensure that the league is economically viable while providing a quality product.
Finding Bigger Audiences with Pro Volleyball Federation CEO Jen Spicher
Q: What kind of experience do we have in the league in terms of the athletes?
Our average tenure of professional playing experience is five years, featuring NCAA drafted players and veterans.
Finding Bigger Audiences with Pro Volleyball Federation CEO Jen Spicher
Q: What does it feel like for you to be creating this community of volleyball enthusiasts?
It was surprising how skeptical the volleyball community was initially, but now people are excited as we have delivered on what we promised.
Finding Bigger Audiences with Pro Volleyball Federation CEO Jen Spicher
Q: Can you talk a little bit about where we are right now in the league?
We're rolling right along and it seems to me there's been a lot of success. The very first match in Omaha had over 11,500 attendees and our success is orchestrated well.
A Guide to Growing a Sport: Boosting Volleyball’s Popularity, with Terry Liskevych
Q: Do you feel you have potential that you have not yet unblocked? And if so, what does that look like?
Getting out of your comfort zone and continuing to learn from experiences, including personal growth through family, such as being a better parent.

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A candid, people-centered show about leadership, mentorship, and personal growth through volleyball. Guests include legendary coaches and educators who share life lessons learned on and off the court, from building championship programs to navigating adversity and career transitions. The conversations often emphasize resilience, community involvement, and using sport as a vehicle for meaning, empowerment, and youth development. A notable strength is its emphasis on human connection and actionable coaching philosophies, making it relevant for listeners in sports, education, and leadership roles who want practical, heart-led insights.

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1. Cathy George
2. Kathy DeBoer
3. Candace Moats
4. Erin Virtue
5. Cathy Noth
6. Terry Liskevych
7. Roger Anderson
8. Tyler Carey

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