I learned early that coaching and playing volleyball would always be my big passion.  Starting back in 1975 in a 9-player rotation (way back then!) to 2007,  sweatin’ and laughin’ with my monday night women’s league,  I have always had volleyball in my life.

Being coached BY and most recently, coaching WITH some incredibly dedicated individuals, I have developed my own coaching philosophy and style.  I know that creating an atmosphere where a balance of essential volleyball factors is critical.  These are the areas  I stress as a coach:

1)      SKILLS        repetition and perfecting the basics skills are part of every drill I run.    It is my job to get young players ready for their next level of play.  I believe that game situation and mental tasks should fit into all practices.                                                                                                                                                      

2)      MANAGEMENT       with a teaching degree behind me, I know the importance of time management and active involvement.  I strive for practices with a “no wasted time” flow to them.  Both parents and players should get what they pay for!!!                                                                                                              

3)    FUN!!         If I can get my players to sweat and smile at the same time I am doing my job.   I want the 11 year old that I am coaching today,  to be the same 44 year old hitting the wood tomorrow.  This was “given” to me and I will only be satisfied if I can “give it back”!