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In this episode of the Better at Beach Podcast, host Mark Burik interviews John Drake, a former AVP player and current manager of Grand Sands Volleyball in Loveland, Ohio. They discuss John's transition from a competitive player to managing a successful volleyball facility, the unique playing style he developed with his partner Chris Lures, and the operational growth of Grand Sands. The conversation highlights the importance of consistency in high-level play, the challenges of adapting to different playing conditions, and the strategic decisions involved in running a volleyball facility. In this conversation, Mark Burik discusses the intricacies of managing a successful volleyball facility, emphasizing the importance of community, space management, and diverse revenue streams. He shares insights on the challenges and rewards of running leagues and tournaments, the necessity of adapting to feedback, and innovative ideas for generating income through events. 🔥 💪 🏐 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 Timestamp: 00:00Introduction to the Better at Beach Podcast02:35John Drake's Volleyball Journey12:10Transitioning from Player to Facility Manager22:22Facility Operations and Growth at Grand Sands24:39Managing a Thriving Volleyball Facility27:04The Importance of Space and Parking29:32Embracing Imperfection in Business32:50Building Community Through Volleyball34:44Revenue Streams in Volleyball Facilities37:50Innovative Event Ideas for Revenue41:40Learning from Experience in Facility Management