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Mike Dodd & Chaim Schalk may be from two different beach generations, but their elite athleticism and crafty moves both makes them some of the most feared defenders to ever hit the sand. With such similar playing styles, is Chaim Schalk on track to accomplish the same accolades as Olympic Silver Medalist and 62x AVP Champion Mike Dodd on tour? 🙌
Let us know what you think of this generational matchup between these two commanding defenders!
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