• EP #117 - From Latvia to the Olympics: Anastasija Samoilova's Journey

  • Nov 19 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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EP #117 - From Latvia to the Olympics: Anastasija Samoilova's Journey

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  • In this conversation, Coach Matt speaks with Anastasija Samoilova, a two-time Olympian from the Latvian national beach volleyball team. They discuss her journey into beach volleyball, the importance of Olympic committee support, and the dynamics of her partnership with teammate Tina. Anastasia shares her experiences with coaching, overcoming adversity, and the significance of setting high goals. The conversation also touches on the current state of beach volleyball competitions and the challenges faced by athletes. In this conversation, Anna shares her experiences and insights from competing in the Olympics, discussing the pressures and expectations that come with it. She reflects on her mental strategies for success, the evolution of beach volleyball, and memorable matches that shaped her career. Anna emphasizes the importance of hard work, dedication, and maintaining a positive mindset, especially for young athletes aspiring to achieve their dreams. 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS 🔥 💪 🏐 https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players 🔥My YouTube Playlist Clarifying The Biggest BVB Arguments & Rule Disputes 🔥My Top 20 Lessons Learned From 15 Years As Professional Volleyball Player 🔥 SAVE 5% WITH OUR MEMBERS ONLY DISCOUNT CODE for Workout Programs, Online Coaching, Camps, Swag & Merch. https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook OR CHECK OUT OUR MEMBERSHIP & GET: 💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL TECHNIQUE & STRATEGY 🔥 💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL COACHING 🔥 💪 🏐 WORKOUTS FOR VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS 🔥 https://www.betteratbeach.com/virtualtrainingpodcast Time Stamps: 00:00Introduction and Upcoming Camps 00:58Anastasia Somoilova: Journey to Beach Volleyball 02:52Early Career and National Team Experience 06:07Support from the Olympic Committee 08:48Team Dynamics and Communication with Tina 12:06Overcoming Adversity in Sports 14:59Balancing Indoor and Beach Volleyball 18:04Goals and Achievements as a Young Athlete 21:00Coaching and Team Communication 24:13King of the Court and FIVB Insights 27:10Navigating Challenges with a Partner in Different Locations 30:44Navigating Olympic Pressure 36:40Lessons from the Olympics 38:16Mental Strategies for Success 45:13The Future of Beach Volleyball 49:32Memorable Matches and Experiences 58:58Advice for Young Athletes
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