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The Most Valuable Life Lessons Athletes Receive From Sports: Valor Christian Volleyball's Jayne McHugh Explains

The Most Valuable Life Lessons Athletes Receive From Sports: Valor Christian Volleyball's Jayne McHugh Explains

Former Colorado State volleyball player, Katelin Opitz, and head coach of volleyball at Valor Christian High School, Jayne McHugh, discuss the life lessons and skills athletes gain from playing volleyball, such as teamwork, focus, and building relationships both on and off the court.

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Head Volleyball Coach at Valor Christian High School, Jayne McHugh, explains the challenges and dynamics of club vs. high school sports, coaching philosophies, and the impact of NIL deals on young athletes with former Colorado State volleyball player, Katelin Opitz.

How to Build Mental Toughness in Volleyball: Top Club Organizer Explains
How to Build Mental Toughness in Volleyball: Top Club Organizer Explains

Front Range Volleyball Club's Jim Miret explains mental toughness skills that can help youth volleyball players strengthen their mental game with former Colorado State player Katelin Opitz.

How to Navigate the Differences Between High School and Club Volleyball
How to Navigate the Differences Between High School and Club Volleyball

Volleyball Head Coach at Valor Christian High School, Jayne McHugh, talks with former Colorado State volleyball player, Katelin Opitz, about the preparation for club volleyball that youth athletes can do following their high school season.

How Coaches Can Build "Cultures of Excellence" Within Their Programs
How Coaches Can Build "Cultures of Excellence" Within Their Programs

Head Volleyball Coach of Valor Christian High School, Jayne McHugh, discusses the culture of excellence and relationship building in volleyball and how the importance of fun and mental fitness is imperative to maintaining a successful team with former Colorado State volleyball player, Katelin Opitz.

Creating Healthy Perspectives for Youth Volleyball Players: What Parents & Coaches Can Do
Creating Healthy Perspectives for Youth Volleyball Players: What Parents & Coaches Can Do

Colorado State Volleyball's Head Coach, Emily Kohan, talks with former Colorado State volleyball player, Katelin Opitz, about the importance of life skills and communication, and empowers young athletes to take control of their own processes and decisions.

Meet Katelin Opitz

Katelin Opitz, former Mountain West Conference Libero of the Year, holds the all-time digs record at Colorado State University. As the former Assistant Coach at University of Denver, she continued to influence the game and its players through her channels and messages to young athletes.

Meet Katelin