Episode 190 - JD Hamilton

John D Hamilton is an American professional beach volleyball player. Hitting almost every regional and Gold series the last eight years, it is safe to say the Alabama native gets around. A fantastic defender, and even better human being, he as hit big strides this season (highlighting Hermosa Beach) and we expect even bigger ones in the near future. 00:44 - Raising our children, respect, and consequences vs understanding 05:10 - The work put in just to take the trip TO beach volleyball qualifiers, getting started with the sport, and how the journey builds your character 17:28 - "Ice cream," quick healing, and bouncing back, Randy Stoklos, John Mesko, and volleyball cliques 26:27 - Randy saves all, Why JD is a "real one," Joey Keener and his mentorship, Derek Zimmerman 42:27 - Dave Culpepper, respect for the elite players in the qualifier and draw, representing the best of their regions, the first time I met Evan Cory 52:24 - Hermosa Beach, battling the Taylors, playing in over your head and getting to the next level, understanding winning and losing and what it REALLY means to you, can the game "save your life?" 1:07:11 - Three favorite venues