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This week we hit record on the way home from a tournament and let you in on what the coach’s car ride home actually sounds like.
In this episode, we talk through tough losses and what goes through a coach’s mind during post lost huddles. We unpack how we make adjustments when injuries happen and how to handle it as a player. We also break down how we decide where to serve, and what we’re looking for strategically. We capture the importance of grit and determination to finish close games or make an important comeback.
Make sure you watch until the end! There are some fun parent interviews from this weekends tournament. Thank you for the parents who agreed to be interviewed and answered our crazy questions.
If you’re a coach, player, or volleyball parent, this episode will feel very familiar.
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"The Coaches Car Ride Home: Episode 3" is an episode of The Coaches Car Ride Home. Runtime 45 min. Published February 19, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.