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The MNVBCA Pod

Hosted by Coach Swenson · sports · EN-US · 40 episodes

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Hear about the latest news relating to Minnesota High School volleyball brought to you by coaches from around the state!

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30%

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Selective

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What is The MNVBCA Pod about?

Hear about the latest news relating to Minnesota High School volleyball brought to you by coaches from around the state!

Who hosts The MNVBCA Pod?

The MNVBCA Pod is hosted by Coach Swenson. The show has published 40 episodes to date.

What has The MNVBCA Pod covered recently?

Recent episodes include "If I Knew Then What I Know Now - Becky Wilfarht (New Ulm Cathedral)" (7 September 2026, 44 minutes), "Little Town, Big Opportunities - Stacy Dahl (Badger-Greenbush/Middle River)" (30 August 2026, 35 minutes), and "Chance or Consequence" (8 August 2026, 6 minutes).

How often does The MNVBCA Pod publish?

The MNVBCA Pod publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 46 minutes across 40 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The MNVBCA Pod?

Booking probability for The MNVBCA Pod is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The MNVBCA Pod requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The MNVBCA Pod's contact route on record: public web form.

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About the host

Coach Swenson hosts The MNVBCA Pod, a sports show with 40 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #7

    If I Knew Then What I Know Now - Becky Wilfarht (New Ulm Cathedral)

    Sep 7, 202644 minS3

    We are all at different points in our volleyball coaching journey. If you are further down the path, you might look back at your early years and wish you could have done things a little different. Listen in as Becky...

  • Episode #6

    Little Town, Big Opportunities - Stacy Dahl (Badger-Greenbush/Middle River)

    Aug 30, 202635 minS3

    We often think that there are fewer opportunities for players in a smaller/rural community. However, if we change our perspective, we see that it might be the exact opposite. Listen to the conversation with Stacy Dahl...

  • Episode #5

    Chance or Consequence

    Aug 8, 20266 minS3

    I recently watched the Odyssey and it was amazing. One line immediately stuck out to me while watching and has been lingering in my mind. Listen to this short podcast episode to hear what it was and how it can help you...

  • The MNVBCA Pod

    2026 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic Recap

    Aug 3, 20261 hour

    Join Darin Swenson (Litchfield), Becca Pulju (Sebeka), and Greg Ueland (Roseville) as they discuss their highlights from this year's MNVBCA Coaches Clinic. Another great clinic and another great recap. Listen in to get...

  • Episode #3

    I Was Driven to Work Hard Because I Didn't Want to Fail - Kirsten Bernthal Booth (LOVB Nebraska)

    Jul 10, 202636 minS3

    Join us as we chat with Kirsten Bernthal Booth, our Keynote Speaker for the 2026 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic. Hear a preview of her sessions and also listen as she talks about her decision to step away from Creighton...

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  • Episode #15

    Was that a dig? Maybe? - Erika Bailey-Johnson (Bemidji Lumberjacks)

    Mar 5, 20261h 16mS2

    <p>This podcast features a fun discussion on volleyball statistics, focusing on definitions, subjectivity, and best practices for tracking and interpreting stats. Greg Sayuk (New Prague Trojans) and Erika Bailey-Johnson...

  • Episode #14

    2025 Championship Series: Class AA - Hawley Nuggets (Kathleen Rustad and Nicole Martin)

    Nov 25, 202546 minS2

    <p>How do you follow up a podcast with the coach of a back-to-back State Champ? You bring on another back-to-back State Champ! It is a back-to-back back-to-back. Join us as we talk with Kathleen Rustad and Nicole Martin...

  • Episode #13

    2025 Championship Series: Class AAAA - Lakeville South Cougars (Stephen Willingham)

    Nov 20, 202559 minS2

    <p>Join us in this 4 part series where we talk with the head coach of the State Championship teams from each class. In the second episode of the series, we are joined by Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars) and...

  • Episode #12

    2025 Championship Series: Class AAA - Marshall Tigers (Dan Westby)

    Nov 14, 202553 minS2

    <p>Join us in this 4 part series where we talk with the head coach of the State Championship teams from each class. In the first episode of the series, we chat with Dan Westby (Marshall Tigers) and hear about the...

  • Episode #11

    It Runs In The Family - Kathy Gillen-Melville & McKenna Melville (Eagan Wildcats)

    Oct 13, 202548 minS2

    <p>How do you follow up an episode where we talked to the coach of a 7-time State Champion program? Bring on another 7-time State Champion coach...and her daughter...who is now her boss. We are excited for the...

  • Episode #10

    I'll Try Not To Screw This Up - Franz Boelter (MNVBCA Hall of Fame)

    Aug 23, 20251 hourS2

    <p>How do you go from being the coach during the first volleyball match you ever watched, to winning 7 State Titles? Well, as this coach would say, "I try not to screw things up." In this episode, you will hear from...

  • Episode #9

    The Eye of the Tigers - Becca Rue (Delano Tigers)

    Aug 9, 202548 minS2

    <p>We had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Becca Rue, the head coach of the Delano Tigers. The Tigers have been consistently one of the top programs in the state for the past two decades. In this episode, we...

  • Episode #8

    2025 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic Recap

    Aug 5, 202540 minS2

    <p>Join Darin Swenson (Litchfield), Becca Pulju (Sebeka), and Greg Ueland (Roseville) as they discuss their highlights from this year's MNVBCA Coaches Clinic. It was another great year to attend the clinic. If you...

  • Episode #7

    2025 MNVBCA Coaches Clinic Preview - Greg Ueland (Roseville Raiders/Clinic Director)

    Jul 17, 202539 minS2

    <p>Curious who is presenting at this year's clinic? Wondering what they are going to talk about? Join Greg Ueland (Roseville) and Darin Swenson (Litchfield) as they preview this year's schedule! </p>

  • Episode #6

    The Story Behind the Start of MN Boys Volleyball - Krista Fleming (MBVCA, Shakopee Sabers)

    Jul 8, 202559 minS2

    <p>In this episode we are joined by one of the driving forces behind the journey to get boys volleyball sanctioned by the MSHSL in Minnesota! Krista Fleming (Shakopee Sabers) joins us to talk about the long road she and...

  • Episode #5

    Top 10 Reasons To Attend A Coaching Clinic - Tod Mattox (Coast VB, The VolleyPod, The Bishop's School)

    Jun 30, 202540 minS2

    <p>We are excited to be joined by Tod Mattox for this episode. Tod is a coach from the west coast with 40+ years of experience. He is a co-founder of the VolleyPod and has recently released two books of lists for...

  • Episode #4

    Keynote Speaker Preview - Kristen Kelsay (Michigan State University)

    Jun 23, 202554 minS2

    <p>The MNVBCA Coaches Clinic is July 30th and 31st at Lakeville South High School. This year we are excited to welcome Michigan State University Head Coach (and former University of Minnesota Assistant Coach), Kristen...

  • Episode #3

    Part 2: Creative Thoughts On Youth Training - Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars)

    Jun 16, 202549 minS2

    <p>We continue our discussion with Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars). If you enjoyed Part 1 of this discussion, you are going to love the conclusion. Find out why Coach Willingham feels the need to apologize...

  • Episode #2

    Part 1: Creative Thoughts On Youth Training - Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars)

    Jun 12, 202548 minS2

    <p>Looking for some creative ways to train youth players in your program? This is the episode for you! Join us as we talk with Stephen Willingham (Lakeville South Cougars) about thinking differently about the ways that...

  • Episode #1

    We Are Back for Season 2!

    Jun 2, 202530 minS2

    <p>We are back for a 2nd Season of the MNVBCA Pod! In this episode, we chat with the new MNVBCA President, Lonnie Morken from Mabel-Canton. What does the future of Minnesota Volleyball look like? What are you looking...

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