

BACK STORY + MISSION.
Entering my eighth season of coaching, I’m proud to work with the talented athletes of Arkansas. I currently coach for 501 Volley and Pulaski Academy, with proven success at the National, Regional, and State levels for 15–17U.
My journey with volleyball began unexpectedly. Growing up a multi-sport athlete in basketball and baseball, I never imagined volleyball would become my passion. What started as a few casual games quickly turned into competitive play and, eventually, a lifelong calling to coach and mentor young athletes. Playing keeps me connected to the game and constantly learning new ways to teach and lead.
Some of my most rewarding accomplishments include helping lead the 2024 501 Volley 17.1 National Team to a USAV GJNC 17 Liberty National Championship, marking 501 Volley’s first-ever National Title. Our setter earned Tournament MVP honors, and two other players were named to the All-Tournament Team. Additionally, I also assisted Pulaski Academy in capturing its first Arkansas 4A State Title in 2025, with this team also finishing as Runner-Up in Conference play and South Regional Tournament Champions.
For me, coaching goes far beyond wins and titles—it’s about developing leaders, character, and confidence through the sport of volleyball. My mission is to prepare athletes, both young women and men, for success both on and off the court. Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard, and that’s the standard I strive to uphold every day.
ATHLETES AT THE NEXT LEVEL
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Alex Newland | Outside Hitter | University of Central Arkansas (D1) > Arkansas Tech University (D2)
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Caitlin Isely | Middle Blocker | Southeastern Oklahoma University (D2)
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Carys Shock | Outside Hitter | Hendrix College (D3)
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Henley Hooks | Opposite/Setter | Arkansas Tech University (D2)
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Kaylee Smith | Setter | University of Arkansas-Little Rock (D1)
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Reese Watters | Opposite | Arkansas State University (D1) > University of North Texas (D1)
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Aubrey Judd | Pin Hitter/Middle Blocker | University of South Mississippi (D1)
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Alexis Mahan | Pin Hitter | Hendrix College (D3)
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Ella Ward | Outside Hitter | University of Southern Mississippi (D1)
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LaSheena Gooseberry | Pine Hitter | Henderson State University (D2)
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Mattie Sewell | Middle Blocker | Southwest Baptist University (D2) > Christian Brothers University (D2)
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McKinzee Haas | Middle Blocker | University of Central Arkansas (D1)
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Addie Fielder | Setter/Opposite | Liberty University (D1)
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Berkely Berry | Libero/Defensive Specialist | Henderson State University (D2)
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Emerson Traylor | Setter | Louisiana Tech University (D1)
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Gracie Brown | Middle Blocker | Southeastern Louisiana University (D1)
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Journey Peppers | Middle Blocker | University of Arkansas (D1)
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Madison Crum | Pin Hitter | Missouri State University (D1)
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Madison Derden | University of Louisiana Monroe (D1)
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Parker Stearns | Pin HItter/Middle Blocker | Arkansas State University (D1)
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Rachel Jackson | Libero | Arkansas State University (D1)
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Candela Saz-Price | Outside Hitter/Defensive Specialist | United States Merchant Marine Academy (D3)
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Emma Schnakenberg | Setter | Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (NAIA)
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Kaylen Robinson | Middle Blocker/Pin Hitter | University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff (D1)
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Jaxon Jersey | Outside Hitter | Henderson State University (D2)
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Madilyn Lenox | Middle Blocker | University of Arkansas-Little Rock (D1)
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Mecate Marsh | Setter | Henderson State University (D2)
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Sawyer Cook | Opposite | Henderson State University (D2)
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Taylor Mace | Middle Blocker/Opposite | McPherson College (NAIA)