Thank you from the 2024 Coaches 4 Coaches recipients:
Megan Alders
Wright State University
Graduate Assistant
Thank you so much for your donation to make Coaches 4 Coaches happen. Without you, I could not have experienced such an amazing weekend with some of the best people in this field. Again, I am so grateful for your donation and can’t thank you enough.
Julia Bishop
Michigan State University
Student-Athlete
Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting the Coaches 4 Coaches program. Attending the AVCA Convention as a scholarship recipient was an incredible experience that allowed me to grow both personally and professionally. I gained valuable knowledge from the on-court and classroom sessions and connected with inspiring coaches and peers. Your investment in young coaches like me is truly impactful, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow through this program.
Julia Brooks
Troy University
Graduate Assistant – Athletic Administration
Thank you for your investment in the sport of volleyball and to the coaches that want to do the same. This experience was eye opening to me and something I now envision that I will have the opportunity to look forward to each year. My goal is for this scholarship to help propel me forward and it would have not been possible without you all’s support. Thank you again and I hope to pay it forward by being the best encouragement for the potential athletes I get to one day coach.
Maggie Burns
Morehead State University
Graduate Assistant Coach
I am deeply grateful for your contribution to the Coaches 4 Coaches Scholarship! Your support and generosity helped make my first convention experience absolutely incredible. I walked away from convention feeling inspired and empowered, but more importantly I made connections and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Andrew Diaz de Padilla
Jacksonville University
Third Assistant Coach
Thank you so much for your generosity and support through the Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship, which made my first experience at the AVCA Convention possible. Attending the convention was truly mind-blowing and reaffirmed that I am on the perfect career path as a volleyball coach. The sessions I attended provided invaluable insights that are already making a real difference as I recruit new athletes, prepare to train my current players, and reflect on the future direction of my coaching career. Your contribution not only enriched my professional growth but also inspired me to strive for excellence in serving the volleyball community. Thank you for helping make this transformational experience a reality.
Abigail Elder
Houston Christian University
Assistant Coach
I am incredibly grateful for your generous contribution to the Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship, which allowed me to experience the AVCA Convention for the first time. It was inspiring to be guided by people who truly have our best interests in mind and are invested in helping the next generation succeed. I’m thankful for the opportunity to learn and grow within the game alongside others on the same path, and I deeply appreciate your support in making this experience possible.
Elly Frierson
University of Wyoming
Assistant Coach
Thank you so much for your contribution that allowed for my amazing experience at AVCA Convention. At convention, I was able to make great connections, interact with the best, and learn so much from all of those before me. Without your help, it wouldn’t have been possible, so I thank you again for your contribution to help out coaches like me!
Julia Kurowski
University at Buffalo
Assistant Volleyball Coach/DOVO
I want to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support of the Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship. Your support not only made my attendance at the convention possible but also allowed me to be part of a community that is truly dedicated to the growth of volleyball. It’s clear that through your commitment to the next generation of coaches, you are helping shape the future of the sport and making volleyball a better place for all who love it. Your belief in us drives our passion to continue learning, growing, and giving back to the sport we all care so deeply about.
Brendan Leong
D’Youville University
Assistant Men’s Volleyball Coach
Thank you so much for continuing to support Coaches 4 Coaches! Having the opportunity to learn from and network with some of the great minds in our game is an experience I’ll never forget. This scholarship will only help to continue growing the next generation of coaches, just as it has already!
Nathan Marshall
Indiana Tech
Graduate Assistant Men’s Coach
Thank you for your generous support of the Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship, which made my attendance at the AVCA Convention possible. This experience was invaluable, providing me with opportunities to learn from veteran leaders, connect with fellow coaches, and grow in my journey as a mentor and leader in volleyball. Your commitment to supporting the next generation of coaches is truly inspiring, and I am deeply grateful for your investment in my development.
Barrett Power
University of South Dakota
Graduate Student-Athlete
I cannot say a big enough thank you for your support of the Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship program. Your generosity made our convention experience possible and launched me into the start of my career. I have no doubt that the things I learned and the connections I made will carry me far. Thank you for your support!
Macenzie Richards
North Carolina A&T State University
Assistant Coach
Thank you for your donation to the Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship. You have directly contributed to the continuing growth and development of up-and-coming young coaches like me. This scholarship provided me with an opportunity that would have otherwise not been possible. The connections I was able to create along with the knowledge I gained will undoubtedly be a fundamental part of my future success as a coach. Thank you!
Sherry Rietz
Hazel Park Schools
Teacher/Volleyball Program Director/Varsity Coach
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the generous contributors who made it possible for me to attend the AVCA Volleyball Convention. Your support not only empowers my growth as a coach but also strengthens the volleyball community as a whole. I am deeply appreciative of your belief in my development and am excited to bring back valuable insights to our program. Thank you for investing in my journey and the future of the sport!
Samantha Rossetti
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Graduate Assistant Coach
Thank you so much for your generous donation toward the future of young coaches. Receiving this scholarship was an incredible opportunity and allowed me to further my knowledge and experiences as a coach. Your support to the next generation of coaches means the world, thank you so much for making my attendance at the convention possible.
Emma Stickley
Kalamazoo College
Assistant Coach/Director of Data Operations
To the donors that contributed to the Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship, THANK YOU for making my attendance at the convention possible. I am sincerely grateful for your generous support of future coaches. Through your contributions, I gained invaluable insights and resources and made incredible connections with individuals who will continue to educate, challenge, and support my growth as a coach. Thank you again for investing in me and the other C4C recipients. We are so excited to be the next generation of coaches!
Samuel Summers
Coker University
Graduate Assistant/Assistant Coach
I am so thankful for the opportunity to attend the AVCA convention on the Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship. Going into the convention I had a general idea of what to expect but when I got there it immediately blew me away. The amount of people I was able to meet and connect with and things I was able to learn was really a once in a lifetime experience for me. It only reaffirmed my desire to keep coaching and I know for a fact this is what I want to keep doing!
AnnaBelle Tomei
Virginia Commonwealth University
Graduate Assistant
Thank you so much for giving me this amazing opportunity to be able to grow as a coach and a leader. I had the best time getting to navigate my very first AVCA Convention alongside the other scholarship recipients, who I can now call my friends. You have given me the opportunity to learn about several different topics and engage in meaningful conversations with coaches from all around the nation. I will forever be grateful for all that you have given to this organization and scholarship group.
Ava Vlkovic
Western Carolina Volleyball
Graduate Assistant/ Assistant Coach
Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my Coaches 4 Coaches scholarship. Your commitment to helping the next generation of coaches is both inspiring and deeply appreciated. Attending the convention has been a transformative experience, and I am beyond grateful that I had the opportunity to learn and grow at the convention because of your donation.
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