Coaching Experience: I am originally from Long Island, New York and I played volleyball through high school, followed by four years at Marymount University as the starting Libero. I began coaching club volleyball in 2018 in the Virginia/DC area and transitioned to the Delaware area in 2022. I also have experience coaching both at the high school JV and varsity level in the past. In the 2023-2024 club season my 17s National team earned second place at both the Big South Qualifier and the North East Qualifier and attended USAV Nationals in Las Vegas. I have coached a variety of age groups and truly enjoy watching players grow.
Coaching Philosophy: I am passionate about spreading not only the love of the best game, but also providing opportunities for young athletes to learn life skills such as teamwork, hard work, and dedication. I strive to create an environment in practice that allows girls to try new things and make mistakes, to learn how to push themselves, and how to overcome adversity. I spend a lot of time on fundamental skills to emphasize motor learning. I find passion in asking questions and helping players learn how to make their own corrections and adjustments in the game.
Best Volleyball Moment: As a player, I have many memorable moments and experiences but nothing comes close to the feeling I get when coaching and something finally “clicks” for a player. That “A-ha” moment is priceless and it often results in an athlete having a new skill or concept that they can actually put into practice. Seeing that change in a player and seeing the growth of all of my players is always a great moment.
My Life in Sports: I started playing baseball around 6 years old and my love of sports grew from there. I went on to play other sports but, fell in love with volleyball the very first time I played in 7th grade. Sports have been an anchor in my life; a source of stress relief and have helped me become the person that I am today. One of my biggest goals as a coach is to have my players have the experience I had with volleyball, to not only grow as an athlete but also grow as a person.
When I’m not coaching volleyball… I work as a pediatric physical therapist helping kids with developmental disabilities reach their goals. When I am not working or coaching, I enjoy putting together 1,000+ piece puzzles and spending time with family.
Favorite subject in school: Science! Specifically human anatomy and physiology.
Favorite Book or Last Book I Read: “Nineteen Minutes” by Jodi Picoult.
Favorite Movie: The Proposal
Favorite Quote: “If you’re not making mistakes, then you’re not doing anything. I’m positive that a doer makes mistakes.” — John Wooden
Person I’d Like to Have Dinner With: Abby Wambach
Something You Probably Don’t Know About Me: I am technically a doctor, but I really just get to play games all day!
