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EPISODE · Apr 4, 2026 · 58 MIN

EP #172 Grass Volleyball Strategy Guide: Why Serve & Offense Dominate the Game

from Get Better at Beach Volleyball · host Mark Burik & Brandon Joyner

In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner interview Tomas Goldsmith, a volleyball player and community builder. They discuss Tomas's journey from indoor to grass and beach volleyball, the importance of community in the sport, and key strategies for winning in different formats. The conversation also touches on the differences between grass and beach volleyball, the significance of ball control, and the evolving demographics and positions within the sport. In this conversation, Tomas discusses the growth of the beach volleyball community in Milwaukee, the establishment of Volley Life, and the importance of community engagement and partnerships with local parks. He shares insights on managing volleyball leagues, organizing tournaments, and the philosophy of stewardship over ownership in community sports. The conversation highlights the challenges and successes of running a sports organization and the commitment to fostering a vibrant volleyball culture. 💪 GET YOUR FREE DRILLBOOK to level up your game  OR CHECK OUT OUR MEMBERSHIP & WORKOUTS AND GET:  💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL TECHNIQUE & STRATEGY 🔥 VOLLEYBALL COACHING 🔥 WORKOUTS FOR VOLLEYBALL 🔥 LOOK BETTER AT THE BEACH  🎽👕 Grab Your Swag Now!  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Volleyball Community03:00 Transitioning Between Indoor, Grass, and Beach Volleyball06:03 Key Strategies for Winning on Grass08:58 The Differences Between Grass and Beach Volleyball11:59 The Importance of Ball Control15:02 Physicality vs. Strategy in Volleyball18:02 Diversity in Volleyball Styles21:04 The Evolution of Volleyball Positions23:57 Building a Volleyball Community with Volley Life26:39 The Evolution of Beach Volleyball in Milwaukee31:54 Establishing Volley Life: A Community Commitment39:43 Navigating Partnerships and Contracts with County Parks42:05 Stewardship Over Ownership: A Community Perspective46:09 Lessons in Tournament Organization and Management54:44 Engaging the Community: Opportunities for Players

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