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Episode 15 of SpikeNet & Friends features Charles Norman, a Miami native, Team Florida coach, and the newest addition to the UCLA Bruins men’s volleyball program. From South Florida gyms to one of the biggest stages in college volleyball, Charles shares how he followed his love for the game all the way to Westwood. From Miami to UCLA Charles did not set out chasing a title or a top-five program. He simply focused on getting better every day, first as a player, then as a coach

Episode 14 of SpikeNet & Friends features Coach Corey Marks, a Florida volleyball product, former Team Florida athlete, and the head coach of Rockhurst Men’s Volleyball. Corey shares the journey that took him from playing and coaching in Florida to building a college program and the lessons that continue to drive him every day. More than volleyball For Corey, coaching starts with building the whole person. He believes athletes should be great teammates, grateful people, and c

Episode 13 of SpikeNet & Friends features Alanys Viera, Team Florida legend, OTVA Orlando alum, and Miami Hurricane for a conversation about family, pressure, confidence, and growing up in the volleyball world. From learning the game with her mom and dad as coaches to building her own path as a setter, Alanis shares the moments that shaped her on and off the court. A volleyball family legacy Alanys grew up in the gym surrounded by volleyball. With her parents, siblings, aunts