Ep 42: Morgan Hentz: Romance Novels, Road Trips, and Reading the Court

The society finally has its very first libero! In this milestone episode of Side Out Society, Tiff and Lindsay sit down with a literal defensive machine: three-time NCAA National Champion at Stanford and Team USA back-row anchor, Morgan Hentz. Morgan takes us directly onto the court during the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) to break down the sheer depth of this year's roster, what it's like sharing the libero jersey rotation mid-match with Lexi Rodriguez, and how she navigates pre-game anxiety. She shares a masterclass in the technical art of reading play development from the back row -- explaining why she never keeps her feet fully planted in the concrete. - and reveals how her early club days as an underdog built her legendary, never-die hustle. Off the hardwood, Morgan opens up about her incredibly close-knit family, sharing how her role as the oldest of four siblings heavily shaped her leadership, and what it looks like to connect with her brother, Louie, through backyard swims and a strict rotation of classic Disney movies. From her whirlwind mid-season pro trade to Grand Rapids to her post-volleyball dreams of pursuing occupational therapy, Morgan brings a beautiful, grounded perspective on how to play at the highest level while prioritizing joy. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sideoutsociety Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutsociety