PODCAST: Volleyball is Back, Men’s Basketball Roster Update

This week on the Hustler Sports 30 Podcast, sports editor Justin Hershey and deputy sports editors Sam Curtis and Andrew Wilf discuss one of Vanderbilt Athletics’ busiest weeks of the year.

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The Hustler Sports 30 is a weekly podcast hosted by sports editor Justin Hershey and deputy sports editors Sam Curtis and Andrew Wilf. (Hustler Multimedia/Emery Little)

By Justin Hershey, Sam Curtis and Andrew Wilf

Apr 20, 2022

On Episode 28 of the Hustler Sports 30 podcast, sports editor Justin Hershey and deputy sports editors Sam Curtis and Andrew Wilf break down what was a crazy week for Vanderbilt Athletics. First, they discuss the return of volleyball to Vanderbilt’s portfolio of varsity sports. They analyze why recent Vandy United announcements made the addition possible and how they think the sport will catch on on campus. Next, they check in with Vanderbilt men’s basketball’s recent roster changes, highlighting Scotty Pippen Jr.’s departure and the additions of Ezra Manjon and Paul Lewis. Finally, they end the show by debriefing the VandyBoys’ series win over Florida.

Further Reading

“BREAKING: Vanderbilt athletics to add women’s volleyball as varsity sport“: Vanderbilt athletics announced that it will add women’s volleyball to its portfolio of varsity sports.

“BREAKING: Scotty Pippen Jr. declares for NBA Draft, will sign with an agent“: After three record-setting seasons as a Commodore, Scotty Pippen Jr. will leave Vanderbilt and pursue professional basketball.

“Vanderbilt releases details, timeline for basketball operations center“: Vanderbilt athletics released further Vandy United updates on Monday, providing details and a completion timeline for the basketball operations center.

“Vanderbilt beats Tennessee Tech, 7-0, cruises to its eighth straight midweek victory“: The VandyBoys got back in the win column in dominant fashion.

About the Contributors

Justin Hershey, Former Sports Editor

Justin Hershey ('22) was Sports Editor for The Vanderbilt Hustler. He has been on staff since freshman year, previously serving as a Staff Writer, Deputy Sports Editor and Lead Sports Analyst. He majored in human and organizational development with minors in business and economics. In addition to writing, he hosts The Hustler Sports 30 Podcast, enjoys playing golf and is waiting for his hometown Philadelphia 76ers to complete The Process. For tips and comments, feel free to reach out to: [email protected]

Sam Curtis, Former Deputy Sports Editor

Sam Curtis (’24) is from Wallingford, Conn., majoring in human and organizational development and French and minoring in data science in Peabody College. He was previously Assistant Sports Editor and Sports Copy Editor. When not writing for The Hustler, he cheers on the Philadelphia Eagles, the 76ers and Leeds United. Outside of sports, he enjoys traveling and learning about history and philosophy. He can be reached at [email protected].

Andrew Wilf, Former Sports Editor

Andrew Wilf (’24) is Sports Editor for The Vanderbilt Hustler. He is from Livingston, N.J., and is majoring in history and minoring in business. He joined the sports staff his freshman year, previously serving as a Staff Writer, Assistant Sports Editor and Deputy Sports Editor. Beyond writing for The Hustler, he is also the host of Anchor Analysis, Commodore Clash and Live From West End. In his free time, Andrew enjoys watching the NFL and playing golf. He can be reached at [email protected].

Emery Little, Former Social Media Director

Emery Little (‘22) is from Birmingham, AL. She majored in communication of science and technology and Spanish. In her free time, she loves to design graphics, follow tech news and run her photography business. She can be reached at [email protected].

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