In Episode 28, Season 2 of the podcast kicks off at "The Owner's Box" ... i.e. Chuck's house. At the start, Chuck and Brian begin discussing their recent time in Orlando at AAU Nationals with the TNT girls' teams while also wishing the boys' teams who are currently competing there the best of luck. After that, they talk briefly about the quick tunraround from one season to the next before moving forward.

The first segment provides a detailed recap of Nationals for the TNT girls' teams who participated. Segment 2 includes important information about the upcoming open gyms and tryouts for both the girls' and boys' teams plus the new TNT Tryout app that will be in use. The final segment discusses TNT's vision now and moving forward in the local volleyball community. Chuck opens up about the club's desire and ability to provide for the various different experiences that players and their families now want from the club, ranging from the highly competitive to a more casual, introductory-level approach --- and everything in between.

Segment 1: The Nationals Experience (5:55 - 32:24)

• Experiencing the Orange County Convention Center and Keeping the Club Together at the Same Resort
• Overview of the Different Levels of Play at Nationals and How Our Teams Are Scheduled
• Wave 1 Recap (12 and 13U)
• Wave 2 Recap (14U)
• Wave 3 Recap (16 and 16U)
• Wave 4 Recap (15U)
• Thoughts on the New Doubles Rule
• Shouting Out an Opposing Coach at Nationals Who Listens to the Podcast
• Wrapping Up the 24-25 Season: Congratulating All Who Participated at TNT, Best Wishes to Players Moving on To New Chapters, and Hopes for Some Rest and Relaxation for Those Returning in Just a Few Weeks

Segment 2: Plans for the 2025-2026 Season Open Gyms and Tryouts (33:00 - 59:45)

• 12-14U Girls' Tryouts and Open Gyms to Be Held in the Fall
• Upcoming Open Gym Dates and Times for 15-18U Girls
• The Importance of Attending As Many Open Gyms as Possible
• The Schedule for Tryouts and Callbacks for 15-18U Girls
• How the Club Will Divide the Girls Age Groups into Specific Tryout Sessions
• Referencing Prior Episodes (6, 8, and 17) Where Families Can Learn More About Topics Such as How to Stand Out at Tryouts, The Age Group Debate, How Teams Are Formed, and Handling the Stress of Tryouts
• The Schedule for the Resumption of Open Gyms, Tryouts, and Callbacks for the Boys' Teams Once They Return from Nationals
• Catching Up With Coach Tim Fazio About the New TNT Tryout App

Segment 3: The Girls Club Vision & Various Levels of Play that TNT Offers (60:23 - 94:09)

• Chuck's Thoughts on Balancing TNT's Growth and Desire to Stay True to the Values the Club Was Built On
• What The Platinum Team Level for 15, 16, and 17U Entails
• Emphasizing the Level of Commitment Expected from Those on Higher Level Teams
• National Team Level and How It Differs From Platinum
• Travel Team Level and Expectations
• The Regional Team Experience and How it Differs From Other Levels
• Plans for the Second Year of the In-House Program
• Chuck's Advice for Families Looking at Choosing a Club
• Episode Wrap-Up

In Episode 27, Chuck and Brian discuss TNT's summer programs and which one is right for you! We look ahead to AAU Nationals and discuss the upcoming summer tryouts as next season quickly approaches. In addition, Chuck and Brian discuss some current events in the crazy world of Philadelphia club volleyball and provide some advice on what to look for when trying to decide which clubs to try out for.

The final episode of season 1 ends with a overview and recap of the highly-successful Play4Abbey yearly charity event held recently. If you are not familiar with Abbey's story and how it has brought about positive changes, you should not miss this episode.

Segment 1: (0:00 - 14:22)

• Summer in the Armory
• Outdoor Evenings at Penbryn
• Plans for More Experienced Players
• Availability of Small Group / Individual Private Lessons
• Upcoming Outdoor Tournament Series in Doylestown

Segment 2 (14:53 - 36:41)

• TNT Teams at AAU Nationals
• Tips for Families Attending Nationals for the First Time
• Issues Encountered by the Club Getting Nationals Teams to the Finish Line
• Upcoming Tryouts and TNT's Plans for Them
• Importance of Registering Early for Tryouts and Attending Open Gyms
• TNT's Improvements to the Tryout Process
• Expectations and Reasons for Higher Player Turnout at Tryouts

Segment 3 (37:13 - 63:00)

• Recent Local Happenings in the Club Volleyball World
• What Families Should Look For in a Club
• A Discussion of What TNT Offers for Players and Families With Regard to Facilities, Coaching, and Levels of Play
• Additional Benefits of Membership at TNT
• Club Efforts to Continue to Improve Our Practice
• Soliciting and Implementing Feedback Received from Families
• Addressing Concerns When They Arise and a Sample Scenario

Segment 4 (63:50 - 72:46)

• Thanks for Those Who Worked on Play4Abbey
• How the Event Came to Be
• The Abbey's Bakery Charity and the Importance of Openly Discussing Mental Health Concerns
• Local Businesses Who Helped Support the Event
• How the Event Benefits Others
• Wrap-Up and Words from Abbey's Father Delivered at the Play4Abbey Event

In episode 26, Chuck and Brian welcome four of the club's female coaches, Casey Jenkins, Amber Wood, Kira Campbell, and Sue Rose to the podcast for our "Ladies' Night" episode to share their experiences as players, coaches, parents, and maternal figures within the volleyball community.

This episode highlights topics such as the variety of experiences and perspectives that female coaches bring to the volleyball community, challenges that female coaches face, and the importance of female representation in the coaching ranks.

Segment 1: (0:00 - 24:24)

• Intro of guests
• Challenges and rewards of coaching one's own children vs. other players
• How differing coaching styles are based on one's personality
• Adapting between different levels of coaching from youth to college
• Effective communication between coaches and parents to avoid misunderstandings

Segment 2 (24:40 - 52:50)

• Interesting statistics about gender representation in coaching
• Discussion on the positive impact of female coaches on teen athletes
• Exploration of barriers such as stererotypes that prevent more women from becoming coaches
• Testimonials on the importance of leadership roles from women
• Team dynamics and having coaches of both genders
• Personal experiences and challenges regarding work-life balance
• Inspiring girls / young women to become coaches
• How increased media visibility is shifting narratives and aspirations regarding women in sports

Segment 3 (53:07 - 81:33)

• Personal stories of success as well as challenges
• Coaching advice that transcends gender and finding the right coach for each young person
• Reflections and lessons on how sports help teach multiple life skills that assist with personal development and forming of interpersonal relationships --- such as self-reflection, resilience, and adaptation
• The important role coaches have in guiding young athletes beyond wins and losses
• Upcoming programs at TNT including our Play4Abbey charity event, 2025-2026 tryouts, and developmental Summer programs