Episode 172 - John Schwengel

John Schwengel is an American professional beach volleyball player. At the age of 21, John has more beach volleyball playing experience at the higher level that many well above him in age. From the youth Olympic games, to the FIVB U19 tournament, to NORCECA, to regional success, all the way to the AVP main draw, he has gained the respect of his peers, fans, coaches and the extended volleyball community. 01:10 - Previous tournaments, and his partner's injury 04:30 - Do junior's hitting lines intimidate opposing teams? 09:21 - How changing his nutrition affected his overall health and game-play 17:42 - A joke some did not think was funny 21:35 - Why their partnership was/is sustainable (3 years), and not cutting corners in training 39:30 - The value of focus-based fundamental drills 44:33 - The excitement of the qualifiers 48:57 - Has there been a change on how hands are called? 58:50 - Venues the AVP should return to 1:10:14 - The "wild card" main draw spot, the resentment, and the exceptionalism 1:10:43 - NCAA women's beach playoffs now 16 teams but single elimination. Thoughts? 1:15:02 - Lightning Rounds