On this episode of GRIT, we sit down with newly formed USA Beach Volleyball and AVP duo Molly Shaw and Toni Rodriguez.

Molly dives into her 2025 season on the World Tour, how her partnership with Toni came together, and what makes their vision for 2026 so exciting. Toni opens up about her injury recovery in 2025, the lessons it taught her, and how it’s shaping her mindset as she returns to the sand.

We also break down the differences between the Beach Pro Tour and the AVP, and get into the X’s and O’s of beach volleyball—strategy, chemistry, and what it really takes to compete at the highest level.

Hosted by Victoria Dennis, GRIT dives into the stories, strategy, and personalities shaping the beach volleyball world. Episodes feature Olympic athletes, college coaches, and top professionals, along with the latest news, highlights from USAV and AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive insight from the Beach Pro Tour and AVP.

From the sand to the sidelines, GRIT breaks down the game with expert analysis, behind-the-scenes access, and conversations that go beyond the scoreboard — spotlighting the athletes, teams, and culture driving the sport forward.

Produced by Manhattan Beach Studios, GRIT is your go-to destination for interviews, predictions, and everything happening in the world of beach volleyball.

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Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

GRIT sits down with Olympic gold medalist and legendary volleyball mind Rich Lambourne for a full World Champs deep dive. Originally recorded before the tournament, this episode is packed with timeless insight on elite volleyball strategy, offensive and defensive systems, team rankings, and how the world’s best squads match up on paper.

Rich breaks down:

- How top teams are structured and why certain pairings thrive

- Offensive tendencies, serving strategy, and transition philosophy

- Defensive systems, blocking choices, and scouting opponents

- Team rankings and how each squad approaches high-pressure moments

Whether you’re revisiting World Champs, scouting future matchups, or just leveling up your volleyball IQ, this episode delivers expert analysis you won’t find anywhere else.

🏐 Host: Victoria Dennis
🏐 Guest: Rich Lambourne

Originally recorded prior to the tournament, now even more fun to compare with how everything actually unfolded.

Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

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Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

GRIT Beach Volleyball hits the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour World Champs with special guest Kyle Friend!

In this episode, Kyle breaks down everything you need to know heading into the biggest tournament in the sport, and why World Champs is arguably tougher than the Olympic Games.

We dive into: Major storylines shaping this year’s field Teams to watch — the duos peaking at the perfect time Potential upsets you should absolutely have on your radar Why World Champs is the hardest test beach volleyball has to offer

Whether you're a hardcore fan or just tapping into the global beach volleyball scene, this episode gives you the inside edge you won’t find anywhere else.

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Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

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Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

SLUNKS is back on GRIT with something spooky and exclusive! Founder Chris Reams and the SLUNKS crew stop by to reveal their brand-new Halloween short and shirt — and trust us, these are fire.

We dive into a hilarious “This or That: Slunks Edition” game, share behind-the-scenes stories, and even get a few top-secret hints about what’s next for the brand

Don’t miss the laughs, the fits, and the vibes. Watch till the end for exclusive drops and insider SLUNKS secrets!

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Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

In this episode, we sit down with 10-time AVP Champion Trevor Crabb to talk all things volleyball and beyond:
🏐 His new partnership with The G.O.A.T. Phil Dalhausser
🏐 What it’s like competing in the new AVP League format
🏐 His unique relationship with his brother, Taylor Crabb—both as competitors and now as partners on the international stage
🏐 What’s ahead as the Crabb brothers reunite for the Newport Beach Elite 16 and beyond

Whether you’re an AVP die-hard or just love stories of grit and competition, this episode is packed with insights and behind-the-scenes perspective from one of the sport’s fiercest competitors.

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GRIT is where the world of beach volleyball meets real, unfiltered conversations. Hosted by former pro athlete and broadcaster Victoria Dennis, GRIT dives deep with the sport’s biggest names—covering stories of perseverance, rivalries, partnerships, and what it takes to compete at the highest level.

Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

Victoria breaks down all the stats and storylines heading into the AVP League Championship in Chicago. From seeding implications to winning percentages, she digs into the nitty-gritty details that could shape the outcome; sharing the numbers behind the match ups.

Don’t forget to like and subscribe—it truly helps GRIT push volleyball content to the top!

Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

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Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

This year’s Manhattan Beach Open—often dubbed “the Wimbledon of Beach Volleyball”—was truly next level. In this episode, Victoria breaks down everything you might’ve missed: the jaw-dropping upsets, surprising stats, betting odds, and exactly how the top teams got it done. From sand to strategy, she’s covering all the angles and giving you the inside scoop on one of the sport’s most iconic tournaments.

Don’t miss this deep dive into beach volleyball’s biggest stage.

Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

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Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

In this episode, Victoria sit's down with Mike Griffin, founder of Bad Boys Open Volleyball Events, to talk all things grass volleyball. Mike dives into the details behind the OC Crown, a premier grass tournament in Huntington Beach, and shares what it takes to direct massive events like the Seaside Open, featuring over 200 courts. From logistics to community building, Mike explains what makes his tournaments stand out—and how he's helping bring the grass volleyball movement to the West Coast.

Don’t miss this deep dive into the world of grassroots volleyball events and the passion driving their growth.

Hosted by Victoria Dennis and Meg Burgdorf, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!

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Hosted by Victoria Dennis, Grit brings you the latest beach volleyball world news, highlights from USAV/AAU Junior Nationals, and exclusive updates from the FIVB and AVP tours. From the sand to the sidelines, we dive deep into the action, with a special focus on all things beach volleyball. Broadcast live from Manhattan Beach Studios – the heart of the beach volleyball world – Grit is your go-to spot for results, predictions, and insider gossip from the vibrant world of beach volleyball. Don’t miss it!