Mandy M S

I am a 32 year old mom with 4 kids. Since I gave up my career in information technology (I was an internet specialist and an Information Security Specialist at one time) I have been experimenting with other interests.

I have loved writing and volleyball since I was a kid, I would say that they are my greatest passions. So now that I have more time on my hands I have started doing things I love. I coach volleyball, work another part time job, and now I write online too. It's amazing to have the opportunity to follow my interests and do things I love.

I started writing seriously when I was a kid (I used to write plays for the neighborhood kids to perform for our parents) and am excited to find a new outlet for my ideas. I have quite a bit of poetry published and many articles previously published in our local paper. I look forward to writing hubs on a wide variety of topics, whatever strikes my fancy on that day.

In the Spotlight

Step by Step Guide to Hitting a Volleyball.

An easy to follow step by step guide on how to hit a volleyball for a kill. An awesome YouTube Video included that walks you through it and shows you drill to try while learning how to hit a volleyball.

In the Spotlight

How to Ace Volleyball Tryouts With These Proven Tips

Attempting to snag a team spot in the next volleyball tryout? Here are several tips from a volleyball coach on how to make the cut.

In the Spotlight

58 Inspirational Volleyball Quotes

Read through 58 of the best quotes for volleyball players, coaches, and fans. These are perfect for putting on T-shirts or motivating your favorite volleyball player.

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  Team Sports

  6 Ways to Be a Horrible Coach

  14 months ago

  This is a guide to youth sports coaching, including six common bad coach characteristics for parents who are asking themselves, "Is my child's coach as bad as I think?"

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  Volleyball

  Why Are Volleyball Shorts so Short and Tight?

  14 months ago

  Why do volleyball players wear spandex? Is there a functional reason or is it for sex appeal and marketing? Here's an in-depth explanation for volleyball spandex shorts from the perspective of a woman and longtime volleyball coach.

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  Weight Loss

  The 8-Hour Diet: Review and Recommended Foods

  14 months ago

  An overview of the 8-hour diet by someone who has tried it. A great solution for the long-term dieter.

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  Running & Jogging

  50 Inspiring Running Quotes

  10 years ago

  A list of the 50 best quotes on the internet for track, cross country (xc), marathon runners and all other runners who love running.

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  owlcation.com

  What Is WGU's Readiness Assessment Like?

  13 months ago

  A detailed report on what to expect if you find yourself taking the Western Governor's University (WGU) Readiness Assessment.

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  Volleyball

  How to Ace Volleyball Tryouts With These Proven Tips

  14 months ago

  Attempting to snag a team spot in the next volleyball tryout? Here are several tips from a volleyball coach on how to make the cut.

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  Volleyball

  58 Inspirational Volleyball Quotes

  14 months ago

  Read through 58 of the best quotes for volleyball players, coaches, and fans. These are perfect for putting on T-shirts or motivating your favorite volleyball player.