
Episode #80
Set The Pipe!! #80 Jon Ellmann Building a Division 3 Powerhouse: Inside Wisconsin Oshkosh Volleyball
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. Takeaways Success 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. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:56 John Ellmann's Coaching Journey 05:35 Cultural Impact on Team Success 08:35 The Evolution of Women's Volleyball 11:39 Reflections on Achievements 14:23 The State of Division III Volleyball 17:06 Personal Journey into Volleyball 20:02 Coaching Beginnings and Philosophy 20:05 The Journey Begins: Coaching Opportunities 23:34 Passion Over Experience: The Path to Coaching 26:15 Learning Through Experience: The Role of Mentorship 29:18 Building a Championship Team: The 2025 Season 37:34 Looking Ahead: The Future of the Program 41:20 NIL and Scholarships in D3 Sports 43:40 Facilities and Community Engagement in D3 Volleyball 45:17 Memorable Coaching Stories and Experiences 49:20 Connecting with Legends: Personal Stories in Volleyball 51:20 Warm-Up Techniques and Coaching Philosophy Support the show Instagram instagram.com/setthepipe TikTok x.com/SETTHEPIPE Spotify open.spotify.com/show/6vzpcOYw2BKWMgaR5kKWOw Spotify ...





