While many of League One Volleyball’s coaches and athletes are familiar with one another already, LOVB Salt Lake takes that to another level. Head coach Tama Miyashiro as coached at least eight LOVB Salt Lake athletes through her other role as U.S. National Team assistant, including middle blocker Serena Gray. Sererena and Tama both caught up with host Tiffany Oshinsky to chat about how that established relationship could impact the season, how each is preparing for the inaugural campaign and more. From grass volleyball to role models, you’ll be much better prepared for the upcoming LOVB Salt Lake season after this conversation. Topics include:  Top-seeded Pitt vs. Stanford October 20 Serena’s cats Preparing for the season Cultural Differences in Volleyball Built-in familiarity within LOVB Salt Lake How each was introduced to volleyball Tips for to choosing a college program Welcoming everyone to volleyball Off-court activities Showcasing LOVB Follow Serena on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).Follow Tama on Instagram.Follow LOVB Salt Lake on  Instagram and Facebook.  Host: Tiffany OshinskySenior Producer: Anya AlvarezExecutive Producers: Carrie Stett, Tamara Deike, and Lindsay HoffmanTheme Music: Pancakes by Eric W. Mast, Jr.Sound Designer: Daniel Gonzalez Serving Pancakes is an iHeart Women's Sports Production, in partnership with Deep Blue Sports and Entertainment. You can find us on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.