Holly McPeak is former American professional beach volleyball player, former indoor standout, coach and color commentator. An elite athlete, an academic, she is the ultimate combination of brains and beauty. The vast majority of her life has been dedicated to her sport. From 12 years old, to getting her number retired at Mira Costa HS, to an NCAA chip at UCLA, to multiple AVP crowns to three appearances at the Olympic games (resulting in a bronze medal), to the countless instances philanthropy, it is safe to say that she will be remembered as one of the on and off-the-court GOAT's.
Tune in, as we chat beach legend Jackie Silva, winning "Sports Woman of the Year," compare and contrast of playing in the Olympics vs the AVP, relying on your training, how she got started, the moment she knew this would be her career, where her confidence comes from, why is she powerful AND approachable, helping juniors not get caught up in anything EXCEPT volleyball, side-stepping the validation game, the importance of growth mindset, the difference between coaching men and women, her rugged path from Cal to UCLA, the challenge of eliminating drama, When a teen actually knows what she wants, presenting juniors realistic options/challenges, the rewarding feeling of coaching, and MORE!
