Set The Pipe!! #37 Tim Kelly: From UCLA Champion to Volleyball Entrepreneur

In this episode of Set the Pipe, host Patrick 'Sully' Sullivan and co-hosts CK and Bear welcome Tim Kelly, a former UCLA volleyball champion and current entrepreneur in the volleyball international tour business. The conversation explores Tim's journey from a high school athlete to a national champion, his experiences playing professionally in Europe, and the evolution of volleyball coaching. Tim shares insights on the importance of international exposure for young athletes, the current state of men's volleyball, and the challenges faced in the professional arena. The episode also highlights memorable stories from Tim's travels and the cultural experiences that have shaped his perspective on the sport. In this engaging conversation, the speakers share their experiences in volleyball, from unexpected coaching roles to cultural adventures in Colombia. They discuss the evolution of the sport, the challenges facing men's volleyball, and the importance of mentorship and community. The conversation also highlights entrepreneurial endeavors in college and the significance of giving back through sustainable initiatives in developing countries. https://www.letskeeptheballflying.com/ Sound Bites "You need to go. Just go." "Tim speaks fluent Spanish." "Everyone pays it forward." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 02:16 Tim Kelly's Volleyball Journey 05:11 Playing at UCLA and Coaching Experience 08:05 Transitioning from Player to Agent 11:11 Building a Volleyball Business 14:10 Future of Volleyball Tours and Initiatives 24:51 Exploring International Volleyball Tours 28:17 The Impact of Global Exposure on Young Athletes 30:02 The Evolution of Professional Volleyball in the USA 32:02 Comparing Men's and Women's Volleyball Growth 32:17 Favorite Destinations and Cultural Experiences 38:57 Memorable Stories from the Volleyball World 49:10 Evolution of Volleyball: Past vs Present 53:28 Physicality and Athleticism in Modern Volleyball 59:54 Challenges Facing Men's Volleyball Today 01:05:50 The Importance of Mentorship in Volleyball 01:09:27 Future Aspirations and Global Outreach in Volleyball 01:21:03 Support the show Instagram instagram.com/setthepipe TikTok x.com/SETTHEPIPE Spotify open.spotify.com/show/6vzpcOYw2BKWMgaR5kKWOw Spotify ...