Ashley Kowalewski, Liz Dupree, Aaron Duvall, Donnie Maib: Volleyball Strength & Conditoning Round Table Volume 2
Author: Daniel Braun
February 16, 2026
Duration: 1:04:58
In this episode, Dan is joined by Ashley Kowalewski, Liz Dupree, Aaron Duvall & Donnie Maib to discuss S&C considerations for volleyball.
Ashley Kowalewski is a Division I Strength & Conditioning Coach at LSU, working primarily with volleyball and women’s tennis. With a background in rotational sports and throwing, she emphasizes movement competency, trunk control, and isometric integration to drive availability and performance. Ashley is passionate about individualized programming and athlete buy-in.
IG: @ashleykowalewski
Liz Dupree is a Division I Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Louisville, supporting volleyball, women’s tennis, and women’s golf. Known for her athlete-centered approach, she prioritizes movement quality, training consistency, and team culture. Liz blends high-performance training with strong collaboration across performance teams.
IG: @coachlizdupree
Aaron Duvall serves as a Division I Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Pittsburgh, working with elite volleyball athletes. He emphasizes training frequency, structured load management, and performance alignment with technical practice. Aaron is committed to simplifying programming while maximizing athlete development and availability.
IG: @jaduvall or connect via LinkedIn: Aaron Duvall
Donnie Maib is Director of Olympic Sports Strength & Conditioning at the University of Texas, with over 30 years of coaching experience. A leader in volleyball performance development, he specializes in individualized programming, injury mitigation, and long-term athlete progression. Donnie’s philosophy centers on simplicity, adaptability, and athlete longevity.
IG: @donniemaib
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