It's a party at The Armory! TNT Volleyball is thrilled to mark one year since opening the doors to our wonderful facility, The Armory in Horsham, PA. This episode of "Bump, Set, Mic: the TNT Volleyball Podcast" begins with a celebration of all that The Armory has added to life here at the club.

In addition, during this episode Chuck and Brian brought some of TNT's 15U and 17U Platinum players into the studio to share some insights as they talk about the dynamics of their current teams, recent tournament experiences, and their volleyball journeys to this point. While visiting, the players also answered some fun, light-hearted questions, thus allowing listeners an inside look at the many personalities that help their teams to click.

There's no better way to celebrate one year at The Armory than by hearing from some of our athletes, the ones who make everything that club volleyball is about it all worth every minute.

Segment 1: One Year at the Armory (0:00 - 18:59)

• Intro and a Look Back at the Armory Opening
• The Growth and Impact of Facility on TNT Offerings
• The Learning Curve When Opening a New Facility
• A Look at What's to Come
• Thank Yous from Chuck

Segment 2: Visits from 15U and 17U Platinum Players (19:09 - 62:46)

• Catching Up With 15 Platinum (19:09 - 40:22)
• 17 Platinum Joins the Fun (40:25 - 62:46)

Segment 3: Reflecting on the Player Conversations (62:56 - 68:45)

• Discussing the Perspectives Shared by Players of Different Ages
• The Value of Advice from Older Players to Younger Players
• TNT's Balance of High-Level Play and Fun
• Upcoming Programs and Wrap-Up

Film doesn't lie - and in club volleyball, it can help coaches to improve their practice, players to devleop faster, and parents to stay aligned with the process they invest so much in for the benefit of their children.

In this episode of "Bump, Set, Mic, the TNT Volleyball Podcast," hosts Brian Mooney and club director Chuck Dougherty welcome returning guest and resident analytics guru, Coach Sam Moyerman, for a deep dive into how TNT uses the platform HUDL and its video and stat capabilities to elevate players, inform coaches, and engage parents.

The group discusses why film review matters, explains how AI-powered stats accelerate learning, and shares simple routines that can help turn review of game video into real, measurable ways to improve.

Whether you're a parent, player, or coach, this episode provides a clear picture of the benefits of HUDL - and how to get more out of it.

Segment 1: Helping Parents Watch With Purpose (0:00 - 39:00)

• Opening/Intro, Episode setup
• Atlantic City Tourney Recap
• Why TNT Uses HUDL + and the Balltime AI History / Integration
• Clearing Up HUDL Misconceptions
• Parents 101
• Healthy Parent Use
• Productive Parent–Player Convo Starters

Segment 2: Assisting Players in Taking Ownership of Development (39:11 - 60:35)

• How Watching Film Accelerates Player Learning
• How and What Film Watchers Do Differently
• Viewing Different Positions Through the Lenses of HUDL
• Using HUDL to Assist in Recruiting

Segment 3: Helping Coaches Use Data as Part of Decision-Making (60:46 - 95:13)

• Usage Overview for Coaches
• Presenting More Advanced Uses by Coaches
• Using Data to Impact Strategic Decisions
• Properly Conducting Team Video Sessions
• Balancing Film Use and Stat Data With Coaching Instincts
• Highlighting Current TNT Events
• Sharing Club Social Media Contact Info and Wrap-Up

Ready or not, here comes the club season! Bump Set Mic gets it started in episode 37 with an energetic, behind-the-scenes look at TNT Volleyball's kickoff to the new season.

Hosts Brian Mooney and club director Chuck Dougherty, joined early by TNT's Director of Operations Leon Kasperski, break down the realities of the club's efforts when navigating tournament scheduling chaos, hotel "stay-to-play" hurdles, outfitting teams for the season, arranging for programs over the holidays, and efforts towards furthering player development during the season.

Other highlights of the episode include a recap of some recent fun events at TNT (watch parties, glow volleyball, co-ed pickup), sharing parent readiness tips for the season, and taking a look at some upcoming tech and social media initiatives that will power the club moving forward.

• Tournament Scheduling Process and an In-Depth Look at Why Changes Occur
• Coordinating Hotel Blocks for Coaches and Families and the Benefits of Keeping Teams Together
• Securing Uniforms and the Challenges That Process Entails
• Scheduling Events for Players During the Holiday Break
• Highlighting Some Recent Fun Events at TNT

• TNT's Approach to Academy Sessions to Further Player Development
• Strength and Conditioning Development Opprtunities Provided In-Season by the Club
• A Focus on College Recruiting, the use of Hudl, and its Benefits to Coaches, Players, and Families

• Confirming AAU Membership and Affiliation with the Club
• Finalizing Hotel Reservations Using Links Provided by the Club
• Ensuring all Payment Obligations Have Been Met
• Preparing for the First Tournament (response to a question from the Facebook Group "Volleyball Moms")
• Exploring Options for a New Management System for the Club
• Developing a Social Media Team With Player Involvement to Enhance Our Presence
• Upcoming Programs at TNT and Links to TNT Socials