Join Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner as they dive deep into beach volleyball attack strategy and shot selection. Fresh off Brandon's coaching success at the AVP League, the duo breaks down how to choose the right attacks, diversify your offensive arsenal, maximize your hitting percentage, and how to avoid being too predictable on the court. They also recap their experiences at the AVP League, sharing behind-the-scenes coaching insights. They break down key plays, mental strategies, and in-game adjustments that led to two huge wins.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Attack Strategies
03:01 Maximizing Attack Potential
06:05 Insights from the AVP League
09:09 Coaching and Player Development
12:02 Offensive Strategies and Shot Selection
14:59 Understanding Game Dynamics
17:52 The Importance of Stats in Performance
21:02 Developing Effective Practice Routines
24:00 Consulting for Volleyball Clubs
27:05 Final Thoughts and Player Success Stories

Great attackers don't just hit hard! They see everything and communicate constantly. In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner dive into two underrated superpowers in beach volleyball: court vision and communication. They break down practical volleyball drills and volleyball training habits that help you pass, set, and hit more effectively, even without perfect sets.

They share personal stories about their own struggles and breakthrough moments when they learned to read the entire court. You’ll also learn how to develop smarter movement patterns, the importance of having a reliable setter, and what volleyball fitness routines keep you in peak shape without long workouts.

Discover how improving your volleyball IQ and using peripheral vision can elevate your game, the "ingredients" approach to volleyball drills that prioritizes fundamentals, and master the art of reading defenses without losing focus on ball control.

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Chapters

00:00 Underrated Superpowers in Beach Volleyball
03:05 Getting in Shape for Volleyball
05:57 The Importance of Court Vision
09:00 Attacking Strategies and Techniques
11:50 Communication on the Court
15:03 Developing Volleyball IQ
17:54 The Role of Setters and Attacking
21:00 Mistakes in Communication
24:09 Ending Points Effectively

Join Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner as they sit down with Marine Kinna, Better at Beach's marketing coordinator and newest AVP champion, for a deep dive into her incredible journey from France to AVP gold. Marine shares her transition from indoor to beach volleyball, navigating the NCAA system as an international student, becoming a dual-sport All-American, and now thriving on the AVP and international stage.

You'll discover the mental strategies that transformed Marine from a player stuck at 5th place finishes to a World Tour medalist and AVP champion. She reveals how she overcame self-doubt, managed expectations, and developed the "I've already won" mindset that led to her breakthrough performances. The conversation dives deep into technical aspects including the left vs. right side debate and the eye dominance theory in volleyball. Marine also discusses the importance of partner chemistry, communication strategies during tough moments, and how embracing discomfort in practice leads to tournament success. A must-listen for aspiring pros and recreational players alike, seeking inspiration and insight into the high-performance mindset.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Marine Kinna's Journey
03:40 Transitioning from Tennis to Volleyball
07:02 Comparing Tournament Levels in Volleyball
11:01 The Impact of Playing in Threes on Performance
15:36 The Importance of Positioning in Beach Volleyball
19:16 Exploring Eye Dominance in Volleyball
26:04 Concluding Thoughts on Performance and Dominance
26:43 The Evolution of a Volleyball Player
28:43 Transitioning from College to Professional Tournaments
30:58 Overcoming Expectations and Mental Challenges
32:47 Building Confidence Through Communication and Teamwork
35:05 Managing Pressure and Self-Doubt
38:27 The Importance of Partner Dynamics
41:33 Finding Small Wins and Embracing Discomfort
46:26 Trusting the Process and Continuous Improvement