# 59. Give me middles or give me death

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Podcast: [Court Captains: A Volleyball Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/court-captains-a-volleyball-podcast-6768882)
Published: 2026-04-17T00:40:11+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly5117/episodes/59--Give-me-middles-or-give-me-death-e3i18qb
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Duration seconds: 3351

## Resource

It’s getting so exciting up in here, is it not?!?!?! We think 4 teams have the most potential for the last two spots in the playoffs: San Diego, Omaha, Orlando, and Atlanta. We have THOUGHTS - and this is gonna be a huge week. But before that? We talk free agency gossip. John Cook, GM of the Supernovas, has been on the mic proclaiming 9 signed players for next year. Our Grand Rapids friends say THEY have signed a ton of players for next year, per season ticket holder event tea! We speculate on the new rules for free agency and talk pros and cons. Who do you think is making the playoffs? Let us know! Check out the Content, including video replays and highlights, on the Voli app! Download at playvoli.com/courtcaptains Follow us on TikTok and Instagram for our commentary and updates: @courtcaptainspod Got a question or comment? Email us at: courtcaptainspod@gmail.com

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