Coaches "mine and refine." There's one imperative to "win today" and another to "win tomorrow." Make the complex simple.
Return to the concept of "Coaches' Eyes." What one observer sees has limited overlap with another. UCONN Women's Basketball coach Geno Auriemma brings an assistant with him to scout. He says, "If you have to ask whom we're scouting, then we're in the wrong gym." The standout player distinguishes herself from the opening tip.
Performance and potential are not as distinct as indicated on the left or as static as the one on the right.
For example, for argument's sake, freshman Victoria Crovo was the best player on the court in a Sectional Championship loss. Performance erupted across the "potential" space. The V-Rex brought a special ferocity to the floor.
Roster building, coaches look for both. It's an acquired skill and Coach Scott Celli has a proven track record.
The player with potential needs to commit to an ascending arc to solidify or enhance her opportunities. Every player gets daily opportunity ("Every Day is Showtime") to grow the performance circle and to increase the overlap.
Lagniappe. EDIR5 explain, demonstrate, imitate. Repeat x 5. Study some top servers in MVB history.
3. Brooke Bell was the Mike Cuellar (old-time Orioles southpaw) of volleyball, who could deliver 'rotten grapefruit' over the net. Do you know how hard it is to return rotten grapefruit? She was the mistress of the short serve.
Lagniappe 2. Boost performance.
High-performing programs don’t happen by accident.
— Greg Berge (@gb1121) August 30, 2025
They stand out because of:
1. Relentless commitment
2. A clear culture of excellence
3. Leadership passed on from year to year
4. A competitive daily environment
5. Tradition & legacy bigger than self
That’s the blueprint. 🏆 pic.twitter.com/NzPrdWLjDn
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