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Set The Pipe!! #80 Jon Ellmann Building a Division 3 Powerhouse: Inside Wisconsin Oshkosh Volleyball
Episode 80
Tuesday, 18 August, 2026
Join us as we chat with NCAA Division III volleyball coach John Ellman about his journey from a beach volleyball enthusiast to a national champion coach. Discover the secrets behind his success, the growth of women's volleyball, and inspiring stories from his coaching career.TakeawaysSuccess in volleyball can start from anywhere, even a grass court with windsurfing poles.Building a strong team culture and community support is key to sustained success.Facilities and local support can rival those of larger programs.Recruitment is about relationships and culture fit, not just rankings.Adversity and slip-ups teach valuable lessons and build resilience.Winning a national championship is a culmination of consistent effort and innovation.The growth of women's volleyball is driven by increased athleticism and training.Division III programs can offer competitive facilities and passionate fan bases.Chapters00:00Introduction and Welcome02:56John Ellmann's Coaching Journey05:35Cultural Impact on Team Success08:35The Evolution of Women's Volleyball11:39Reflections on Achievements14:23The State of Division III Volleyball17:06Personal Journey into Volleyball20:02Coaching Beginnings and Philosophy20:05The Journey Begins: Coaching Opportunities23:34Passion Over Experience: The Path to Coaching26:15Learning Through Experience: The Role of Mentorship29:18Building a Championship Team: The 2025 Season37:34Looking Ahead: The Future of the Program41:20NIL and Scholarships in D3 Sports43:40Facilities and Community Engagement in D3 Volleyball45:17Memorable Coaching Stories and Experiences49:20Connecting with Legends: Personal Stories in Volleyball51:20Warm-Up Techniques and Coaching PhilosophySupport the showInstagraminstagram.com/setthepipeTikTokx.com/SETTHEPIPESpotifyopen.spotify.com/show/6vzpcOYw2BKWMgaR5kKWOwSpotify...
