Savvy Cory Believes She Belongs, And That Has Made All The Difference

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter -- and Kyle Friend, in this case -- features Savvy Cory, who is currently having the best year of her career alongside her former UCLA teammate Devon Newberry. Chapters with Savvy Cory, Kyle Friend, and Tri Bourne 00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Recent Travels 02:54 The Challenges of Competitive Volleyball 06:02 Understanding the Point System and Its Impact 09:06 Building Confidence and Consistency in Performance 12:02 Mental Toughness and the Importance of Belief 15:13 Skill Development and Coaching Dynamics 18:03 The Role of Team Support and Financial Considerations 27:31 Investing in Coaching and Resources 30:10 Financial Struggles and Support Systems 31:39 Understanding the Elo System 34:38 Monthly Funding and Travel Stipends 39:16 Mental Challenges and Balancing Life 45:35 Performance Metrics and Transition Rates 48:43 Foundational Work in Volleyball 49:11 Transition Setting as a Key Weapon 51:02 The Importance of Aggressive Setting 52:43 Handling Long Rallies and Frustrations 56:15 Excitement for Upcoming Competitions 57:51 The Social Aspect of Volleyball 01:00:40 Building Relationships in the Volleyball Community 01:03:32 Future Plans and Competitions