EP #119 Marlie Monserez From Indoor to Beach: A Setter's Journey

In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, host Mark Burik discusses the evolving landscape of professional volleyball in the U.S. with guest Marlie Monserez. They explore Marlie's journey from indoor to beach volleyball and back to indoor, the differences between the Pro Volleyball Federation and Lovb league, player salaries, and the importance of maintaining joy in the sport. The conversation also touches on the skill levels in college versus professional volleyball and the mental approach athletes should adopt to thrive in their careers. In this conversation, Mark Burik discusses the evolution of setting techniques in volleyball, particularly the differences between indoor and beach volleyball. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to new rules and techniques, the influence of coaching on player development, and the strategic mindset required for effective setting. The conversation also touches on the future of beach volleyball and the financial viability of pursuing a career in the sport. 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players 🔥My YouTube Playlist Clarifying The Biggest BVB Arguments & Rule Disputes 🔥My Top 20 Lessons Learned From 15 Years As Professional Volleyball Player 🔥 SAVE 5% WITH OUR MEMBERS ONLY DISCOUNT CODE for Workout Programs, Online Coaching, Camps, Swag & Merch. https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook OR CHECK OUT OUR MEMBERSHIP & GET:  💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL TECHNIQUE & STRATEGY 🔥 💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL COACHING 🔥 💪 🏐 WORKOUTS FOR VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS 🔥 https://www.betteratbeach.com/virtualtrainingpodcast Timestamps:  00:00Introduction and Global Reach of Volleyball 03:08Pro Volleyball Landscape in the U.S. 06:06Comparing Pro Leagues: PVS vs. Love 08:59Salary and Living Conditions for Pro Players 11:49Skill Levels: College vs. Pro Volleyball 15:01Mental Approach: Joy in Playing 18:04Transitioning Skills Between Indoor and Beach Volleyball 25:56Evolution of Setting Techniques 29:55Transitioning from Indoor to Beach Volleyball 35:35Influential Coaching Moments 40:37Strategic Mindset in Setting 44:15The Future of Beach Volleyball