The Pit to Pro Podcast

The Elser Brothers
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This Podcast hosted by Jesse, Mathias, and Aaron Elser, is meant to guide young athletes on their journey to high performance. Join us as we share our first hand experiences in and effort to help you reach your own volleyball goals.

  1. JAN 3

    Episode #41 - Mental Excellence with Kyle Paquette

    In this episode we talk with Kyle Paquette. Kyle is the mental performance coach responsible for leading the Canadian men's national team to three consecutive Olympic appearances. He's a PhD in sports psychology and is the current director of the National Wheelchair Curling Team. We discuss how your brain is wired to lie to you most of the time and how we can combat it. We dive into why perfectionism is ruining your progress and how to use gratitude as a superpower. We also talk about the role of luck in high performance, and what it means to actually be clutch. Check out our website: https://pit2pro.com/ Click here to begin your journey to more aces and pain free spiking. Get 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50  https://www.athletewellnessacademy.com/armswingacademy Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/ThePit2ProPodcast  The Athlete Wellness AcademyGet 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50 🏐💪🏻 Begin your journey to pain free spiking now!!!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

    2h 7m

  2. 08/26/2025

    Episode #40 - Life Long Learning with Cody Kessel

    In this episode we learn where confidence comes from and how to maximize your potential. Why you have to be careful what you're basing your self-worth on, why mastery and self-expression go hand in hand, and when is it a good time to be intentionally delusional? We discuss the ups and downs of Cody’s career and what kept him chasing his national team dreams, despite not getting a start for the program until he was 30 years old. Check out our website: https://pit2pro.com/ Click here to begin your journey to more aces and pain free spiking. Get 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50  https://www.athletewellnessacademy.com/armswingacademy Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/ThePit2ProPodcast  The Athlete Wellness AcademyGet 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50 🏐💪🏻 Begin your journey to pain free spiking now!!!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

    1h 13m

  3. 07/11/2025

    Episode #39 - The Love of Volleyball with Lauren Carlini

    In this episode we discuss the difference between your ego and your confidence, the unmatched competition for spots in USA volleyball, how to be a good teammate while aiming to perform your best. We chat about the many emotions that come with getting cut from the olympic roster and how she responded in the next 4 years. She shares what it was like committing to university at 14 years old, and we brainstorm the science of momentum and how to quantify it. Check out our website: https://pit2pro.com/ Click here to begin your journey to more aces and pain free spiking. Get 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50  https://www.athletewellnessacademy.com/armswingacademy Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/ThePit2ProPodcast  The Athlete Wellness AcademyGet 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50 🏐💪🏻 Begin your journey to pain free spiking now!!!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

    1h 26m

  4. 06/19/2025

    Episode #38 - The Coach's Playbook with Ben Josephson

    In this long awaited episode we talk about why you don't learn anything from losing, what men can learn from women's volleyball and vice versa. How to create a culture where innovation happens daily. Why you should never compare your players to each other while watching someone else perform a skill might lead to faster learning than watching yourself. Check out our website: https://pit2pro.com/ Click here to begin your journey to more aces and pain free spiking. Get 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50  https://www.athletewellnessacademy.com/armswingacademy Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/ThePit2ProPodcast  The Athlete Wellness AcademyGet 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50 🏐💪🏻 Begin your journey to pain free spiking now!!!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

    2h 10m

  5. 06/05/2025

    Episode #37 - Anna Dunn's Story

    Episode  #37 - Anna Dunn’s Story (00:00 - 01:09) It is hard to describe the first half of this episode in words that do it justice. Anna talks about the hills and valleys she went through during her battle with cancer, her reaction when she found out she needed to get her lower leg amputated, and the terrible side effects of chemotherapy. She shares what, and who, kept her going through those tough times, and the effect someones support can have on your life.  (01:09 - End) The second half of the episode we discuss her first few months as a Sitting Volleyball player, the challenges that come with serving, setting, and understanding rotations. We talk about the major differences between Soccer and Volleyball, and Anna shares the lessons she has learned from playing both. All proceeds from the Pit2Pro Merch sales for the month of June will be entirely donated to the Canada's National Womans Sitting Volleyball Team. Go check them out on our website. Check out our website: https://pit2pro.com/ Click here to begin your journey to more aces and pain free spiking. Get 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50  https://www.athletewellnessacademy.com/armswingacademy Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/ThePit2ProPodcast  The Athlete Wellness AcademyGet 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50 🏐💪🏻 Begin your journey to pain free spiking now!!!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

    1h 45m

  6. 05/27/2025

    Episode #36 - Pit2Pro X Out of System with Gage and Joe Worsley

    This episode is chalk full of information and crazy stories. Expect to learn about the intense Worley household, how to cultivate grit and competitiveness, the problem with most team cultures in professional volleyball. How to find the play style that works best for you, what we can learn from Gage's horrible recruiting trip to Hawaii, and the many differences between the Canadian and American development systems. Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/thepit2propodcast/home  Click here to begin your journey to more aces and pain free spiking. Get 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50  https://www.athletewellnessacademy.com/armswingacademy Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/ThePit2ProPodcast  The Athlete Wellness AcademyGet 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50 🏐💪🏻 Begin your journey to pain free spiking now!!!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

    1h 26m

  7. 05/05/2025

    Episode #35 - Olympic Mindset with Brodie Hofer

    In this episode we hear from Brodie on the ups and downs of his Olympic journey and what he had to sacrifice in order to get there. We discuss some tips on how to be an effective highball spiker, as well as lessons from the weight room. We reminiscence on our national championship season, and dive into what it takes to perform day after day in the Italian League. Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/thepit2propodcast/home  Click here to begin your journey to more aces and pain free spiking. Get 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50  https://www.athletewellnessacademy.com/armswingacademy Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/ThePit2ProPodcast  Support the show

    1h 6m

  8. 04/26/2025

    Episode #34 - Lessons from the 2024/25 Season

    In this episode the boys discuss what they learned from their very different seasons; Jesse playing Pro in France, Mathias Assistant Coaching at TWU, and Oog red-shirting at the UofS. We discuss the level of preparation needed in order to play at a high level, the role of a coach in player development, and the ability to learn and reflect outside of a volleyball context. We also share a plethora of insights, lessons, and mistakes from the 2024/25 season. Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/thepit2propodcast/home  Click here to begin your journey to more aces and pain free spiking. Get 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50  https://www.athletewellnessacademy.com/armswingacademy Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/ThePit2ProPodcast  The Athlete Wellness AcademyGet 50% off using PROMO code: ARMSWING50 🏐💪🏻 Begin your journey to pain free spiking now!!!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

    49 min
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This Podcast hosted by Jesse, Mathias, and Aaron Elser, is meant to guide young athletes on their journey to high performance. Join us as we share our first hand experiences in and effort to help you reach your own volleyball goals.

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  • Creator
    The Elser Brothers
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Pit to Pro Podcast
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