The Long Island Volleyball Podcast

How did Hero Volley make its way to Long Island? Josh Brussell joins the LIVBALL Podcast to share the story behind the event, his relationship with Kerri Walsh Jennings, and the work that goes into creating a unique beach volleyball experience featuring Olympic champions, professional athletes, and the local volleyball community.

On this episode, we’re joined by Coach Beau Bracchy, head coach of the SUNY Delhi women’s volleyball program for the last 21 years. The Long Island native from Freeport talks about SUNY Delhi’s move into the SUNYAC, what college coaches are really looking for in recruits, and what it takes to compete at the next level. A great episode for any athlete interested in playing college volleyball.

Jake Deslauriers joins the podcast after winning the NCAA Division III Mens Volleyball National Championship with Springfield College. A former state champion at Eastport-South Manor High School in 2021, Jake breaks down his journey from Long Island to the national stage.

We get into Springfield’s championship run, the final moments of the title match, and when it all finally felt real. Jake also talks about the transition from college baseball to college volleyball, what it takes to win at the highest level, and what’s next.

Andrew Sanchez joins the podcast to talk about his journey through the volleyball world, from coaching at the college level to coaching Smithtown West boys volleyball. Known for his deep understanding of the game and player development, Andrew shares what it takes to build athletes who can compete at a high level.

We also dive into his newest venture, Highline, a brand new volleyball training facility opening in East Islip, and his vision for growing the game and creating opportunities for players across Long Island.

In this episode of the LIVBALL Podcast, we sit down with Eddy Alexandre to break down his journey from Valley Stream South to playing professional volleyball in Europe.

Eddy opens up about how he first found the game, receiving the email that led him to LIU, and what his early college years were really like. He speaks honestly about becoming academically ineligible, the lessons that came with it, and how he rebuilt himself both on and off the court.

We also dive into his decision to go pro, adjusting to life and volleyball in Kosovo, and earning another contract in Denmark — plus what it takes mentally to survive and succeed overseas.

Alex Lillie joins the podcast to talk about his journey from Connetquot High School to competing at the Division I level with George Mason University. We dive into what it’s really like playing as a freshman, adjusting to the speed and physicality of D1 volleyball, and what helped him make a smooth transition from high school to college. A must listen for anyone aspiring to play at the next level.

In this episode, we sit down with Cyrus De Guzman — a standout middle-blocker whose volleyball journey has taken him from Roslyn High School and Hunter College in NYC to representing the Philippines National Team, competing in the Southeast Asian V-League, and now playing professionally with Fleyr in the Faroe Islands. We dig into his growth, international volleyball experiences, and what it’s like chasing your dreams across the globe.

Ward Melville head coach Brian O’Shaughnessy joins the show to break down the Suffolk County Boys Championships and how the matches played out. The conversation continues with a full New York State preview for all the Long Island boys teams heading to the New York State Championships. We also discuss the upcoming All Star Games! Don't miss out, get your tickets on livball.com today.

This episode dives into a huge week of Long Island volleyball. We break down the Bayport Blue Point girls Suffolk County championship and their battle in the Long Island Championship. We cover the Connetquot boys Suffolk County Championship, Massapequa against Great Neck South, and the Smithtown West vs Bayport Blue Point boys showdown. We also look at the Connetquot vs Bay Shore girls Suffolk County Championship.
We wrap up with a full Suffolk County vs Nassau County debate for the upcoming All Star Game and give our picks on which county will come out on top.

Join Cameron and Coach Allie Kennedy as they dive into the Suffolk girls volleyball playoff landscape. We break down the matchups, highlight the players who impressed us, and look ahead to what is coming next in Suffolk County.

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Stan Maring joins the LIVBALL Podcast to share his journey from Connetquot High School to playing professional volleyball in Germany’s Bundesliga for FC Schüttorf. We talk about what it’s really like living overseas as a pro athlete, how he signed his first contracts, adjusting to a new country, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

Whether you’re an aspiring athlete or just curious about life in professional volleyball, this episode gives an inside look at the grind, growth, and mindset it takes to make it at the next level.

In this episode, we sit down with Julian Kimak from East Meadow High School, who played the entire volleyball season on a torn ACL. We dive into his mindset, the challenges he faced on and off the court, and what drove him to push through the injury.

In this episode, we welcome Alex Adelman, head coach of both the men's and women's volleyball teams at Curry College. A Long Island native from East Meadow, Alex shares his journey into coaching, his approach to recruiting, and his insights on the game. Join us as we dive into his transition from player to coach, his experiences with building a program, and more.

H.E.A.T Sports LI Co-Founder Z joins us on the podcast to dive into all things volleyball training. If you're a volleyball player looking to elevate your athletic performance, be sure to check out their website at heatsportsli.com!

The Boys All Star Game is November 24th & the Girls All Star Game is December 1st. Don't miss our, get your tickets today!

Today, we’re joined by Matthew Mitko from Jericho High School! We dive into Jericho’s thrilling reverse sweep over Port Washington in the quarterfinals. Enjoy the episode!

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Trey Cole is one of the best volleyball players to come out of Long Island. Trey started all four years at Pepperdine University, where he showcased his elite skills and became a standout in collegiate volleyball. Now, he brings his expertise to the coaching world, contributing to the powerhouse program at the University of Texas, the reigning back-to-back NCAA Women’s Volleyball Champions. Trey has also lent his coaching talents to the USA National Team, working alongside legendary coach Karch Kiraly. His journey from Long Island to the national and international volleyball stage is a testament to his dedication, passion, and knowledge of the game.

Loyola Chicago commit Ayden Deslauriers join us on the pod to discuss all things volleyball.

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Sam Morreale joins us on the podcast to discuss Sachem Norths comeback win over Connetquot in the semi finals. Enjoy!

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We sit down with Coach Nick Breslin to discuss some playoff volleyball. Enjoy!

The All Star Games are Nov. 24th & Dec. 1st. Don't Miss Out!

Christian Herr joins us on the podcast to give us a life update. Enjoy!

The 2024 LIVBALL All Star Games will be November 24 and December 1! Learn more here livball.com/all-star-games