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The AiR CiTY CHiX coaching staff is one of the best in Southwest Ohio. I personally have played with, played against, played for, coached against, coached with many of the coaches on our staff - I can attest to the fact that their passion for volleyball rivals my own and those of you who know me, know that I am passionate about volleyball! And, the AiR CiTY CHiX coaching staff wants to share a little bit of that volleyball passion with you and your daughters!

All of our coaches have PLAYED volleyball at some level - high school, college, club, adult club or adult leagues. Almost all of us have played high school volleyball - we were most improved players, most valuable players, offensive leaders, defensive leaders, career record holders, all-league, all-district, all-state, league champions, district champions, regional champions and state champions. Many of our coaches have college volleyball playing experience, several were volleyball scholarship athletes, college MVP's, collegiate all-americans and all-conference players, and national championship qualifiers. Most of us have also played adult club volleyball within the USAV (or USVBA as it once was known). There are adult club volleyball regional and national champions, and college coaching honorees among us.

Our coaches have, combined, 175 years of volleyball COACHING experience! We have coached grade school, CYO, junior high, high school, all levels of club, and college volleyball.

We've mentored players who are just figuring things out and we've created state champions. We've been camp clinicians and program founders. Some of us were coaching when there were no liberos or rally scoring or overhand passing and some of us know of nothing else. But, what binds us together is our love for the sport and our desire to give something back, to help inspire another young athlete and pass on the passion for volleyball that motivates each of us!

THE FOLLOWING COACHES ARE CONFIRMED TO COACH WITH THE CHiX for the 2024-25 CLUB SEASON

cris smart: 11-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
mara crabtree: 11-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
kathy ward: 12-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
jeff ward: 12-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
mary armstrong: 12-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
julie rinehart: 12-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
greg hunt: 12-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
anabelle dull: 12-WHiTE assistant READ PROFiLE
kari truax: 13-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
sarah brown: 13-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
courtney maxwell: 13-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
emily albright: 13-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
alex ronnebaum: 13-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
layla reynolds: 13-WHiTE assistant READ PROFiLE
colleen cunningham: 14-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
sydney bruns: 14-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
taylea achtermann: 14-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
taylor schafer: 14-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
jamie bryant: 14-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
luca malenich: 14-WHiTE assistanth READ PROFiLE
michelle hunt: 15-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
tristin conner: 15-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
dee lippke: 15-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
jessica o'donnell: 15-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
kaitlyn carey: 15-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
logan mc quillin: 15-WHiTE assistant READ PROFiLE
alan ronnebaum: 16-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
emma ronnebaum: 16-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
malorie valentine: 16-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
jamie reynolds: 16-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
alyssa harris: 16-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
baileigh rieder: 16-WHiTE assistant READ PROFiLE
stephanie reveal: 17-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
laura connor: 17-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
karin gaudin: 17-BLACK co-head coach READ PROFiLE
daisy sampson: 17-BLACK co-head coach READ PROFiLE
morgan pridemore: 18-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
beth stumpf: 18-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
tina jasinowski: head chick READ PROFiLE

NOTE: The coaches listed above are currently confirmed AiR CiTY CHiX coaches for the UPCOMING 2023-24 season. As their coaching assignments are finalized and additional staff members are confirmed, they will be added to the above list!

TAYLEA achtermann 

education

  • High School - Apex High School (Apex, NC)
  • High School - London High School (London, OH)
  • College - Sinclair College (Dayton, OH)
  • College - Wright State University (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Clark State Community College - 1 Year
  • High School Varsity Player - London High School - 3 Years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 6 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Triangle Volleyball Club - 2 Years
  • Adult Competitive League Player - Sand Volleyball - 4 Years
  • playing accolades
  • All-OCCAC Honorable Mention - Clark State Community College - 2019
  • All MSL Honorable Mention - London High School - 2017
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Stebbins High School Varsity - 2024-Present
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-WHiTE - 2017
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2018, 2019, 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2021, 2024
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "While in college, coaching at AiR CiTY CHiX allowed me to regain passion for volleyball in a new and exciting way. AiR CiTY CHiX was where my volleyball career started, and I want to be a part of the club that made me."

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    EMiLY albright 

    education

  • High School - Centerville High School (Centerville, Ohio)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Centerville High School - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Centerville High School - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Cincinnati Volleyball Academy - 1 Year
  • Sand Volleyball Player - Miami Valley Sands - 1 Year
  • playing accolades
  • Greater Western Ohio Conference 2nd Team - Centerville High School - 2023, 2024
  • District 15 2nd team - Centerville High School - 2024
  • District 15 Senior All-Star - Centerville High School - 2024
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2024
  • Volunteer Coach - Centerville City Schools Little Elks program - 2022-2024
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Volleyball has been my passion for years and I cannot wait to share that love with the next generation of players. AiR CiTY CHiX gave me a family when I was just starting out in volleyball and I can't wait to create that again through coaching."

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    MARY armstrong 

    education

  • High School - Alter High School (Kettering, OH)
  • College - University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Alter High School - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Air City CHiX - 5 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors - 4 Years
  • Adult League Player - 2 Years
  • playing accolades
  • First Team GGCL - Alter High School - 2 Years
  • GGCL Honorable Mention - Alter High School - 1 Year
  • All State Ohio - Alter High School - 1 Year
  • Season Set Record - Alter High School - 1 Year
  • Season Ace Record - Alter High School - 1 Year
  • State Final Four - Alter High School - 4 Years
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-BLACK - 2023, 2024
  • Head Coach - Oakwood High School JV - 2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-WHiTE - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - Oakwood High School Varsity - 2021
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2021
  • Assistant Coach - Alter High School Youth Camps - 3 Years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Coaching volleyball is my way of staying around the sport I grew up loving. All of my previous coaches dedicated so much time and effort into making me the best volleyball player possible, so I want to give back and do the same for other kids who are involved in the program."

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    SARAH brown 

    education

  • High School - Beavercreek High School (Beavecreek, OH)
  • College - Wilmington College (Wilmington, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Beavercreek High School - 3 Year Starter
  • High School JV Player - Beavercreek High School - 1 Year
  • Collegiate Player - Wilmington College - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 6 Years
  • playing accolades
  • District 15 Senior All-Star - Beavercreek High School - 2022
  • Academic All-State -Beavercreek High School - 1 Year
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-PiNK National - 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-WHiTE - 2023
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2022, 2023
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2022, 2023
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "AiR CiTY CHiX was the only club I every played for and I always loved the environment between the coaches I had and the girls I played with. I want to be able to make an impact and help each player get better. I also started out with AiR CiTY CHiX on the 13-WHiTE team and built my way up."

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    SYDNEY bruns 

    education

  • Miamisburg High School (Miamisburg, Ohio)
  • College - Miami University (Oxford, Ohio)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Club Player - Miami University - 1 Year
  • High School Varsity Player - Miamisburg High School - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Miamisburg High School - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 6 Years
  • Other Player (Sand Volleyball Summer League) - 3 Years
  • playing accolades
  • Best Offensive Player - Miamisburg High School - 2019
  • 1st Team All GWOC - Miamisburg High School - 2019
  • District 15 First Team - Miamisburg High School - 2019
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13's - 2020
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2016-present
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2016-present
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I am very excited to be re-joining the AiR CiTY CHiX coaching staff to share my love for volleyball. Volleyball has been a large part of my life ever since I was little. AiR CiTY CHiX was like a second home for me for the 6 years I played for the club. I have always felt welcome here as both a player and a coach. I can't wait to share my knowledge and skill with the girls I will be coaching."

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    JAMiE bryant 

    education

  • High School - Archbold High School (Archbold, OH)
  • College - University of the Cumberlands (Williamsburg, KY)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Archbold High School - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Archbold High School - 1 Year
  • Collegiate Player - University of the Cumberlands - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Glass City Volleyball - 2 Years
  • playing accolades
  • Mid-South Conference Player of the Year - University of the Cumberlands - 2002
  • NAIA Regional Player of the Week - University of the Cumberlands - 2002
  • Montreat Invitational Offensive MVP - University of the Cumberlands - 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
  • American Volleyball Coaches Association All-Region Team - University of the Cumberlands - 2001
  • Mid-South Conference Player of the Week - University of the Cumberlands - 2001
  • First Team All-Conference - University of the Cumberlands - 2002
  • First Team All-Conference - University of the Cumberlands - 2001
  • Second Team All-Conference - University of the Cumberlands - 2000
  • Career Kills Leader - University of the Cumberlands - 1999-Present
  • Career Serving Aces Leader - University of the Cumberlands - 1999-Present
  • Career Digs-2nd place - University of the Cumberlands - 1999-Present
  • State Champions - Archbold High School - 1998
  • Regional Runner-Up - Archbold High School - 1997
  • Regional Runner-Up - Archbold High School - 1996
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - Wilmington High School Varsity - 2019-Present
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-PiNK - 2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-BLACK - 2020
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-WHiTE - 2019
  • Camp Clinician - Midwest Volleyball Summer Camp - 2 years
  • Camp Clinician - Grand Valley State University Camp - 1 year
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiCKS
    "I was introduced to volleyball in 7th grade on the cement in Arizona. My family moved to Ohio my 8th grade year and I was fortunate to be part of such a strong program that lead me to play in college. My oldest daughter just graduated from high school and so I'm ready to get back into club coaching (after taking a few years off to follow her playing career). When my daughter first started playing club, we came to the informational meeting to learn about the CHiX and I was so inspired by the values and coaching methods Tina discussed in the meeting and knew I wanted to be a part of it. I am so excited to pass on those same values that inspired me throughout my volleyball career and beyond."

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    KAiTLYN carey 

    education

  • High School - Wilmington High School (Wilmington, OH)
  • College - University of Findlay (Findlay, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Wilmington High School - 4 years
  • Collegiate Club Player - University of Findlay -1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - Central Buckeye - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Net Threat - 2 Years
  • playing accolades
  • All Conference 1st Team - Wilmington High School - 2012
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Clinton Massie High School; JV Coach - 1 year
  • Head & Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2024
  • Head Coach - Clinton Massie Middle School; 8th grade - 1 year
  • Head Coach - Clinton Massie Middle School; 8th & 7th grade - 1 year
  • other coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Sabina, OH Girls 8-10U Softball Team - 3 years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I truly love the game of volleyball and sharing my passion for the game with these athletes is one of my absolute favorite things. I strive to be the coach that keeps kids in sports and never the coach that makes a kid want to leave a sport."

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    TRiSTiN conner 

    education

  • High School - Xenia High School (Xenia, OH)
  • College - University of Rio Grande (Rio Grande, OH); Wright State University (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Xenia High School - 4 Years
  • Collegiate Player - University of Rio Grande - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - Magic Volleyball Club - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - London Elite - 1 Year
  • Adult Rec League Player - 2023-Present
  • Adult Sand League Player - 2023-Present
  • playing accolades
  • Most Valuable Player - Xenia High School - 2019
  • District 15 Honorable Mention - Xenia High School - 2019
  • 2nd Team All League - Xenia High School - 2019
  • District 15 Senior All-Star - Xenia High School - 2019
  • District 15 Student Athlete Academic Achievement Award - Xenia High School - 2019
  • Team Captain - Xenia High School - 3 years
  • GWOC American South Champion - Xenia High School - 2016
  • Defensive Player Award - Club Magic - 2016
  • Most Improved Player - Club Magic - 2016
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Xenia High School JVA - 2022-2024
  • Head Coach - Xenia High School JVB - 2021-2022
  • Assistant Coach - Xenia High School Varsity - 2021-2024
  • Volunteer Coach - YMCA of Greater Dayton 8U - 2017-2018
  • Volunteer Coach - YMCA of Greater Dayton 12U - 2018-2019
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "My desire is to impact young athletes and give them tools to be successful on and off of the court. It is a privilege to get the opportunity to influence players and help guide them on their journey of becoming young adults. (While they play the best sport ever!) I'm super excited to join this program and be surrounded by other passionate coaches and players!"

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    LAURA connor 

    education

  • High School - Fairborn HS (Fairborn, OH)
  • College - Wittenberg University (Springfield, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Wittenberg University - 1996-1999
  • High School Varsity Player - Fairborn HS - 1993-1995
  • High School Freshman Player - Fairborn HS - 1992
  • Junior Club Player - Miami Valley Juniors - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - SOJO - 1 year
  • Adult League Player - 4 years
  • playing accolades
  • First Team All-NCAC - Wittenberg University - 1998
  • Second Team All-NCAC - Wittenberg University - 1999
  • First Team All-WOL - Fairborn HS - 1995
  • Team Captain - Wittenberg University - 2 years
  • Team Captain - Fairborn HS - 3 years
  • Starting Middle Hitter - Wittenberg Univeristy - 1996-1999
  • Starting Middle Hitter - Fairborn HS - 1993-1995
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-PiNK National - 2024
  • Varsity Head Coach - Oakwood High School - 2000-2008
  • 7th & 8th grade Head Coach - Oakwood Jr. High - 2010-2015
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023, 2024
  • Athletic Director - Oakwood Schools - 2016-2022
  • Head Coach - SOJO - 1997, 2001
  • Volunteer Coach - St. Albert CYO - 2015-2021, 2023
  • coaching accolades
  • District 15 Division 3 Coach of the Year - Oakwood High School - 2004
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I have a passion for volleyball and a desire to develop the skills and potential in student-athletes, helping them to succeed individually and as a team. I find joy in mentoring young student-athletes, fostering teamwork and instilling values such as discipline, resilence and sportsmanship."

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    MARA crabtree 

    education

  • High School - Fairmont High School (Kettering, Ohio)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Fairmont High School- 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 6 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Xplosion Volleyball Club - 1 Year
  • playing accolades
  • Greater Western Ohio Conference Top 10 Assists - Fairmont High School - 2021, 2022
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2024
  • Volunteer Coach - Fairmont High School Youth Camp - 2023
  • Volunteer Coach- Kettering Middle School Open Gyms - 3 Years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "AiR CiTY CHiX has helped me find my passion for volleyball from a young age. I am very excited to be joining the staff and being able to pass on my knowledge and love for the sport!"

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    COLLEEN cunningham 

    education

  • High School - Archbishop Alter High School (Kettering, OH);
  • Oakwood High School (Dayton, OH); Nuestra Señora del Huerto (San Miguel de Tucumán, Argentina)
  • College - Earlham College (Richmond, IN); The George Washington University (Washington, DC)
  • playing experience
  • Varsity Player - Alter High School - 3 years
  • Varsity Player - Oakwood High School - 1 year
  • Varsity Player - Nuestra Señora del Huerto - 1 year
  • Collegiate Player - Earlham College - 2 years
  • Collegiate Player - The George Washington University - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - Club San Martín, Argentina - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - Regional Team (Dayton, OH) - 2 years
  • playing accolades
  • Gold Medal Winner for Most Valuable Player - Nuestra Señora del Huerto - 1985
  • Most Valuable Player Award - Northwest Regional Tournament (Jujuy, Argentina) - 1985
  • District First Team - Oakwood HS - 1984
  • District All-Star Team - Oakwood HS - 1984
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK National - 2024
  • Head Coach - Oakwood HS Varsity - 2020-2022
  • Head COach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2020-Present
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-WHiTE - 2016, 2017, 2020
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-BLACK - 2022, 2018, 2023
  • Head Coach - Holy Angels CYO 4th Grade Boys; 5th, 6th & and 7th Grade Girls - 2012-2016
  • Assistant Coach - Alter High School JV - 2017, 2018
  • Assistant Coach - Holy Angels CYO 6th & 7th Grade Boys - 2013-2016t
  • Private Coach - 6th-8th grade girls, Oakwood/Kettering/Dayton - 2014-2015
  • coaching accolades
  • CYO Division & Tournament Champions - Holy Angels 7th Grade Girls - 2015
  • CYO Division & Tournament Champions - Holy Angels 5th-7th Grade Boys - 2014-15
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I have a passion for volleyball that started in elementary school and continues to this day. I am enthusiastic about sharing my knowledge and love for the game by emphasizing player development and fostering team spirit while maintaining a focus on personal growth. I'm looking forward to a great season with AiR CiTY CHiX!"

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    ANABELLE dull 

    education

  • High School - Centerville High School (Centerville, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School JV Player - Centerville High School - 1 year
  • High School Freshman Player - Centerville High School - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 6 years
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023, 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2024
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Volleyball has always been a huge part of my life. After playing for AiR CiTY CHiX for six years, I'm joining the staff to pass on my experience and love for the sport to the next generation of CHiX players."


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    KARiN gaudin 

  • education
  • High School - Saint Mary Catholic Central (Monroe, MI)
  • College - Madonna University-BSN (Livonia, MI) Siena Heights University MHA (Adrian, MI)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Madonna University - 4 Years
  • High School Varsity Player - Saint Mary Catholic Central - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Saint Mary Catholic Central - 1 Year
  • Adult League Player - 10 Years
  • High School Basketball Player - Saint Mary Catholic Central - 4 Years
  • High School Track Athlete - Saint Mary Catholic Central - 4 Years
  • playing accolades
  • All-State (Volleyball, Basketball, and Track) - Saint Mary Catholic Central - 1994 & 1995
  • WHAC (Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference) Volleyball Player of the Year - Madonna University - 1998
  • High Jump State Champion - Saint Mary Catholic Central - 1995
  • coaching experience
  • Co-Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-WHiTE - 2024
  • Head Coach - Monroe Catholic Elementary School Volleyball - 2017-2020
  • Head Coach- Elite Volleyball Training Center Club - 2022-2023
  • other related experience
  • Director of Girls on the Run - Monroe Catholic Elementary School - 2017-2020
  • Nominated - Top Women Healthcare Leaders under 40 for the State of Ohio
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I am to be a leader as a coach, mentor, and motivator for AiR CiTY CHiX athletes. I will use my skills to develop and bring out the best in all of our players. I live and work in the surrounding community so this fits perfectly into my mission."

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    ALYSSA harris 

    education

  • High School - Franklin High School (Franklin, OH) College - The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH) playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Franklin High School - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 3 Years
  • Junior Club Player - MVJA - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Western Buckeye - 2 Years
  • playing accolades
  • Most Valuable Player - Franklin High School - 2015
  • Honorable Mention - SWBL - 2014, 2015
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-WHiTE American - 2024
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-WHiTE American - 2021
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX Fall TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2020
  • Camp Clinician - AiR CiTY CHiX summer camps - 1 Year
  • Camp Clinician - Franklin HS Youth Camps - 3 Years
  • Instructor - Private Swim Lessons - 3 Years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "AiR CiTY CHiX was one of my favorite clubs and ensued my passion for playing volleyball going into high school. It is where I learned the fundamentals of being a player and I want to be able to pass that on."

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    GREG hunt 

    education

  • High School - Beavercreek High School
  • College - BGSU - Bowling Green, OH
  • playing experience
  • Played in various Rec leagues both Indoor & Beach for 6 years
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiCKS 13-WHiTE - 2024
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiCKS 12-WHiTE - 2018-2021, 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiCKS TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2019-Present
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiCKS SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2019-Present
  • Head Coach - Gem City VB Club 13's - 2001 & 2002
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiCKS Fall Training Team - 2017
  • Assistant Coach - Gem City VB Club 13's - 1999 & 2000
  • Volunteer Coach - St. Albert CYO - 2015 & 2016
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiCKS
    "I am excited to return to coaching after taking some time off for family. I love this sport and am very excited to see the girls learn and grow in what I consider to be one of the best team sports you can play."

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    MiCHELLE hunt 

    education

  • High School - Toledo Central Catholic (Toledo, OH)
  • College - Wright State University (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Toledo Central Catholic - 4 years
  • Collegiate Player - Wright State University - 4 years
  • Junior Club Player - Toledo Volleyball Club - 4 years
  • Adult League Player - 10 years
  • playing accolades
  • Team Captain - Toledo Central Catholic - 3 years
  • Pittsburg Invitational All-Tournament Team - Wright State University
  • Team Captain - Wright State University - 2 years
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-PiNK - 2024
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK - 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-BLACK - 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 11-PiNK - 2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 10-PiNK - 2020
  • Head Coach - Centerville Little Elks - 2019
  • Head Coach - Air City Boys - 2018-Present
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX - 16-PiNK, 17-PiNK - 2008-2010
  • Head Coach - Dayton Jrs 17 Open - 2006
  • Head Coach - Dayton Juniors 17 Blue Open - 2005
  • Head Coach - Dayton Juniors 17-Blue Open - 2004
  • Assistant Coach - TVC 17-1 Open - 2002
  • Head Coach - SOJO 13s - 2001
  • Head Coach - SOJO 18s Open - 2000
  • coaching accolades
  • 5th at Junior Nationals (Club Division) - Dayton Jrs 17s - 2006
  • 5th at Junior Nationals (Club Division) - Dayton Jrs 17s - 2004
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I'm joining AiR CiTY CHiX to pass my love of the sport on to the next generation."

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    TiNA jasinowski 
    education

  • High School - La Porte High School (La Porte, IN)
  • College - University of Dayton
  • playing experience
  • Adult Club Player - USA Volleyball/USVBA - 25+ years
  • 4-year Player, 3-year Starting Setter, Team Captain - University of Dayton - 1980-1983
  • 3-year Varsity Player - La Porte High School - 1977-1979
  • playing accolades
  • Setter - 2000 USAV National Championship Team - Women's "BB" Division
  • MVP - University of Dayton - 1983
  • North Star Conference All Conference - University of Dayton - 1983
  • Most Improved Player - LaPorte High School - 1979
  • coaching experience
  • Head Varsity Coach - Alter High School Girls - 1996-2018
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-PiNK - 2018
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-PiNK - 2009-2018
  • Head Varsity Coach - Alter High School Boys - 2005-2009
  • Junior Varsity Coach - Alter High School Boys - 2003-2004
  • Head Coach - Dayton Jrs 14s Open - 2002
  • Head Coach - Team Atlantis 18s Open - 2001
  • Head Coach - Tri-County Juniors 15s - 2000
  • Head & Assistant Coach - Gem City Juniors 14s, 15s, 16s - 1997-1999
  • Junior Varsity Coach - Miamisburg High School - 1986
  • coaching accolades
  • Ohio High School Volleyball Coaches' Association Hall of Fame Inductee - 2016
  • Ohio High School Girls' State Champion (Div 2) - Alter High School - 2006, 2003, 2002
  • Ohio High School Girls' State Runner-Up (Div 2) - Alter High School - 2013, 2011, 2008
  • Ohio High School Girls' State Final Four (Div 2) - Alter High School - 2017, 2014, 2012, 2010
  • Ohio High School Boys' State Finalist (Division 2) - Alter High School - 2008
  • State of Ohio Coach of the Year (Div. 2) - Alter High School - 2003
  • Ohio High School Coaches' Association Coaches' Achievement Award - Alter High School - 2017, 2013, 2010, 2006, 2005, 2002, 2001
  • District 15 Coach of the Year - Alter High School - 2017, 2014, 2013, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 1998
  • GCLC/GGCL Coach of the Year - Alter High School - 2018, 2017, 2014, 2013, 2011, 2006, 2000
  • West Region Coach of the Year (boys) - Alter High School - 2008
  • GCL Coach of the Year (boys) - Alter High School - 2008, 2006
  • 400 Career Wins (OHSAA) - Alter High School - September, 2018
  • reason for building AiR CiTY CHiX
    "i've always wanted to run my own junior club program and the opportunity finally presented itself!! i believe my passion for volleyball is contagious and i want to pass it along to as many players, coaches, parents and fans as i can... volleyball has been a terrific part of my life and i'm lucky to have the opportunity to help others find that same joy!"

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    DEE lippke 
    education

  • High School - Stebbins High School
  • College - Bowling Green State University
  • playing experience
  • Varsity Player - Stebbins HS - 2 years
  • College Club Player
  • Adult Recreational Player - 20+ years
  • playing accolades
  • 1st Team Western Ohio League Player - Stebbins HS
  • 3rd Team Western Ohio League Player - Stebbins HS
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-BLACK - 2023, 2024
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-BLACK - 2021, 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-BLACK - 2020
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2020, 2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-BLACK - 2012-2019
  • Head Coach - Springboro High School JV - 2015-2016
  • Head Coach - Alter High School Freshman Team - 2011-2014
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-BLACK - 2011
  • Assistant Volleyball Coach - Alter High School Freshman Team - 2010
  • Head Coach - St. Charles 7A CYO - 2010
  • Assistant Coach - St. Charles 5B CYO - 2010
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-BLACK - 2010
  • JV Softball Coach - Stebbins HS - 2002-03
  • JV Volleyball Coach - Stebbins HS - 2001-02
  • coaching accolades
  • AAU National Championship 16 Aspire Topaz Division Champions - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2022
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I love volleyball. Through coaching, I've found my greatest satisfactions in watching/helping players realize their hidden potential. To be able to pass on my love for the sport and hopefully help guide them with their volleyball and life skills is a gift."

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    LUCA malenich 

    education

  • High School - Alter High School (Kettering, Ohio)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Alter High School - 2 Years
  • High School JV Player - Alter High School - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 6 Years
  • playing accolades
  • District Runner-Ups (2022-2023) - Alter High School - 2 Years
  • coaching experience
  • Volunteer Coach - St. Charles Boys CYO - 2023
  • Volunteer Coach - Alter Boys Volleyball Managing- 2022-2023
  • coaching accolades
  • CYO Champions - St. Charles Boys - 2023
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "My junior year, I decided that I no longer wanted to play club volleyball due to a long list of other obligations and engagements, but I still wanted to give back to the club that had given me so much for such a long time. When I was approached with the opportunity to help coach a CHiX' team, I was very happy to be given this opportunity to help other young girls just as I was once helped."

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    COURTNEY maxwell 

    education

  • High School - Beavercreek High School (Beavercreek, OH)
  • College - Defiance College (Defiance, OH), Wright State University (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Defiance College - 2 Years
  • High School Varsity Player - Beavercreek High School - 2 Years
  • High School JV Player - Beavercreek High School - 1 Year
  • High School Freshman Player - Beavercreek High School - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors - 3 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Cincinnati Volleyball Academy - 2 Years
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Fairmont High School JV-B - 2024
  • Head Coach - Defiance Volleyball Club 14's - 2023
  • Assistant Coach - Beavercreek Middle School Boys - 2024
  • Volunteer Coach - Beavercreek High School Men's JVB - 2022
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I'm excited to join the staff at AiR CiTY CHiX and share my love and knowledge of the sport with the athletes!"

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    LOGAN mc quillin 

    education

  • High School - Tinora High School (Defiance OH)
  • College - Wilmington College (Wilmington, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Wilmington College - 2 Years
  • High School Varsity Player - Tinora High School - 2 Years
  • High School JV Player - Tinora High School - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Defiance Volleyball Club - 7 Years
  • playing accolades
  • Honorable Mention All-Conference - Tinora High School - Senior Year
  • Academic All District - Tinora High School - Senior Year
  • Second Team All-District - Tinora High School - Senior Year
  • Team Captain - Tinora High School - Senior Year
  • Player of the Game 4X - Tinora High School - Junior, Senior Year
  • coaching experience
  • Lead Coach - Private Lessons for Serving and Passing - 2 Years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I had the best time playing club volleyball growing up, and I just want to share that experience I had with the girls who love the game like me!"

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    JESSiCA o'donnell 

  • education
  • High School - Houston High School (Houston, OH)
  • College - Edison Community College (Piqua, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Houston High School - 4 Years
  • Collegiate Player - Edison Community College - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - W.O.V.C - 3 Years
  • Adult League Player - Indoor and Sand, Dayton Area - 8 Years
  • Womens USAV Player- Middle Blocker/Outside Hitter AA, A Divisions - 2008-2016
  • playing accolades
  • NJCAA National Runner Up DIII - Edison Community College - 2006
  • NJCAA National Final Four DIII - Edison Community College - 2007
  • NJCAA National All-Tournement Team - 2006-2007
  • All OCCAC 1st Team - Edison Community College - 2007
  • All OCCAC Honorable Mention - Edison Community College - 2006
  • Top 10 in Nation Kills (NJCAA) - Edison Community College - 2006-2007
  • Top 20 in Nation Blocks (NJCAA) - Edison Community College - 2006-2007
  • Most Kills, Highest Hitting Efficiency, Most Blocks - Edison Community College - 2006-2007
  • OVR Champions - Womens A - 2008
  • USAV Adult Nationals Bronze Division Chamipions - Womens A - 2016
  • 2nd Team All-Ohio - Houston High School - 2004
  • Honorable Mention All-Ohio - Houston High School - 2005
  • Career High Kills - Houston High School - 2002-2005
  • Most Kills Season - Houson High School - 2005
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-WHiTE American - 2024
  • Volunteer Coach - Kettering Rec Center 8-12 Year Olds - 1 Year
  • other volleyball-related or coaching-related experience
  • Ohio Valley Region - Volleyball Official - 2012-Present
  • PAVO Certified Official - 2019-Present
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I love this game! I played competitively for years and loved every challenge that volleyball presented; whether in building skills through practice and communication, or mastering the techniques and fundamentals. I had really great mentors and coaches to bring out the best in me, not only has a player but as a teammate and individual as well. I continue to use those skills learned in my everyday life. Due to a knee injury, I retired my court shoes and became an official at the club and collegiate level so I could stay involved in watching young men and women play and love the game that taught me so much. I am looking forward to joining the AiR CiTY CHiX staff as an assistant coach to pass down what I have learned and experienced, and to see players grow and gain confidence in themselves."

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    STEPHANiE reveal 

    education

  • High School - Clinton-Massie
  • College - Southern State Community College
  • playing experience
  • Varsity Player Clinton-Massie High School - 3 years
  • Collegiate Player - Southern State Community College - 2-years
  • playing accolades
  • Regional Runner Up - Clinton-Massie HS - 1992
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-PiNK National - 2024
  • Co-Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-PiNK National - 2023
  • Co-Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-PiNK National - 2022
  • Varsity Head Coach - Wilmington HS - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 18-PiNK National - 2021
  • Varsity Head Coach - Clinton-Massie HS - 2006-2021
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 17-PiNK - 2020
  • JV Head Coach - Clinton-Massie HS - 2000-2005
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK - 2018-19
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK - 2017
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-BLACK - 2013-2016
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-BLACK - 2010-2011
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-BLACK - 2009
  • Head Coach - Match Point VBC 16-Red - 2008
  • Assistant Club Director - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2019-present
  • coaching accolades
  • 200 Career Wins - Clinton-Massie & Wilmington High School Varsity teams - 2022
  • AAU National Championship 14 Club Diamond Division Champions - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2022
  • OVR Championship 13-Regional Nickel Division Champions - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2013
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Volleyball has been a major part of my life, I have been blessed with some awesome coaches over the years who have taught me on and off the court skills that I continue to carry with me. I want to return that favor while sharing my passion for a sport that I truly love and watching your children grow to their fullest potential."

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    JAMiE reynolds 

  • education
  • High School - Urbana High School (Urbana, Ohio)
  • College - Wright State University (Dayton, Ohio), Southern New Hampshire University (Manchester, New Hampshire), Northcentral University (LaJolle, California)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Urbana High School-1 year
  • High School JV Player - Urbana High School- 2 years
  • High School Freshman Player - Urbana High School -1 year
  • Adult League Player - 3 years
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-BLACK - 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023, 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2023, 2024
  • Volunteer Coach - Champaign County YMCA - 1 year
  • Assistant Coach - Elementary School Program - 1 year
  • Team Manager/Assistant Coach - Youth Hockey League - 1 year
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I am very excited to be an influence in the AiR CiTY CHiX players' volleyball lives. I believe that coaching goes beyond positions and plays. A good coach can influence a player for a lifetime!"

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    LAYLA reynolds 

    education

  • High School - Wilmington High School (Wilmington, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Wilmington High School - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Wilmington High School - 1 Years
  • Adult League Player - 1 Year
  • playing accolades
  • All Conference (SBAAC) 2nd team - Wilmington High School - 2023, 2024
  • District 15 Honorable Mention - Wilmington High School - 2024
  • coaching experience
  • Camp Assistant - Wilmington HS Youth Camps - 3 Years
  • Referee - Adult Volleyball League - 2 Years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I have loved volleyball for many years. I am hoping to share my love with other kids and help them learn to love the game and grow through the years."

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    BAiLEiGH rieder 

    education

  • High School - Teays Valley High School (Ashville, OH)
  • College - Wilmington College (Wilmington, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Wilmington College - 1 Year starter
  • High School Varsity Player - Teays Valley High School - 2 Years
  • High School JV Player - Teays Valley High School - 1 year
  • High School Freshman Player - Teays Valley High School - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - Eastside Athletics - Team Captain 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Rogue - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - Mintonette - 4 Years
  • playing accolades
  • Best Offensive Player - Teays Valley High School - 2022, 2023
  • Mid-State League Top 10 Kills - Teays Valley High School - 2022, 2023
  • Most Kills on Varsity Team - Teays Valley High School - 2022, 2023
  • Collegiate Starter - Wilmington College - 1 Year
  • Varsity Starter - Teays Valley High School - 2 Years
  • Team Captain - Rogue Volleyball Club - 1 Year
  • Team Captain - Mintonette Volleyball Club - 1 Year
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Teays Valley REC Team - 2021, 2022, 2023
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX - 16-WHiTE American - 2024-25
  • Volunteer Coach - Teays Valley Travel Team - 2022, 2023
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I am excited to join the AiR CiTY CHiX staff because I am passionate about volleyball and eager to share my knowledge and experience with young athletes. I believe in fostering a positive and competitive environment where players can develop their skills and love for the game."

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    JULiE rinehart 

  • education
  • High School - Shawnee High School (Springfield, OH)
  • College - American University (Washington, DC)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Shawnee High School - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Shawnee High School - 1 Year
  • Collegiate Club Player - American University - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - SOJO - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - MEVC (Midwest Elite Volleyball Club) - 2 Years
  • playing accolades
  • Varsity Team Captain - Shawnee High School - 2004
  • Senior All-Star - Shawnee High School - 2004
  • All-Conference 2nd Team - Shawnee High School - 2004
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-BLACK - 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2013
  • Head Coach - Borderline Junior Volleyball Club 17s - 2010
  • Head Coach - Tallawanda Middle School 8th Grade - 2010
  • Assistant Coach - MEVC (Midwest Elite Volleyball Club) - 2005
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Volleyball has been a passion of mine since I was a little gym rat in my father's gym - watching, listening and absorbing everything. Every year, the girls on his teams were like big sisters to me. When I was finally old enough to play on a team myself, each team also felt like a little family. In my opinion, coaching (and learning) teamwork is even more important than the skills of the sport. Those are the lessons that last a lifetime."

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    ALAN ronnebaum 

    education

  • High School - Wayne High School
  • College - Wright State University
  • playing experience
  • Adult Rec League Player - Sand & Indoor, Dayton Area - 20+ years
  • Mens USAV Player - Middle Blocker/Right Side Hitter - AA, A & BB Divisions -1997-present
  • Mens USAV Nationals Player - BB Division, Minneapolis & Louisville - 2009 & 2013
  • playing accolades
  • OVR Regional Champions - Mens BB Division - 2007
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 17-PiNK National - 2024
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 17-BLACK American - 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 18-PiNK National - 2022
  • Head Coach - Bethel HS Varsity - 2020-present
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 17-PiNK National - 2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-PINK - 2019-present
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-BLACK - 2016-2018
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX Training Teams - 2016-Present
  • Head Coach - Huber Heights YMCA, Ages 9-16 - 2008-2010
  • Head Coach - Pathway School of Discovery, 6th, 7th & 8th Grade - 2011-2013
  • Volunteer Coach - Mckinney MS - 7th & 8th Grade - 2014
  • Volunteer Coach - Yellow Springs HS - 2014
  • Volunteer Coach - Air City CHiX-15-Black - 2014
  • Head Coach - Mckinney MS - 7th & 8th Grade - 2015
  • coaching accolades
  • Conference Champions - Pathway School of Discovery - 2011 & 2012
  • Conference Runner-Up - Mckinney MS - 2015
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I am INCREDIBLY passionate about volleyball! I really enjoy sharing my court experience with young minds. I am VERY proud to be part of a premier club such as Air City CHiX!"

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    ALEX ronnebaum 

    education

  • High School - Yellow Springs High School (Yellow Springs, OH)
  • College - The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Yellow Springs High School - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors - 3 Years
  • Beach Volleyball REC - 2 Years
  • playing accolades
  • All-Time Blocking Record - Yellow Springs High School - 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
  • First Team All Conference - Yellow Springs High School - 2017, 2018
  • Second Team All Conference - Yellow Springs High School - 2016
  • All-District Honorable Mention - Yellow Springs High School - 2018
  • District 9 Senior All-Star - Yellow Springs High School - 2019
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 17-BLACK - 2023
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I have always enjoyed playing and watching volleyball. I am very passionate about the sport and I joined as a coach to cheer-on and help younger players grow in their technical skills and in teamwork."

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    EMMA ronnebaum 

    education

  • High School - High School - Yellow Springs High School (Yellow Springs, OH)
  • College - Wright State University (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Yellow Springs High School - 3 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Air City CHiX - 5 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Elevation Volleyball Club - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors - 1 Year
  • Adult Rec League Player - Sand Volleyball - 3 Years
  • playing accolades
  • All Conference 1st Team - Yellow Springs High School - 2018-19
  • All Conference 2nd Team - Yellow Springs High School - 2017
  • All District Honorable Mention - Yellow Springs High School - 2018-19
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 17-PiNK - 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 17-BLACK - 2023
  • Volunteer Coach - Bethel High School - 2022
  • Volunteer Coach - Mckinney Middle School - 2019
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Volleyball has always been my passion! As a former CHiCK, I absolutely love seeing players learn and grow just like I did!"

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    DAiSY sampson 

    education

  • High School - Northmont High School (Clayton, OH)
  • College - Morgan State University (Baltimore, MD)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Northmont High School - 4 Years
  • Collegiate Player - Morgan State University - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Elevation Volleyball Club - 1 Year
  • Adult League Player - CHRVA AA/A/BB Women's Volleyball - 1 Year
  • Adult League Player - CHRVA Coed Volleyball - 1 Year
  • playing accolades
  • Top Ten All-MEAC Dig Leader - Morgan State University - 2022, 2023
  • All-MEAC Academic Team - Morgan State University - 2020, 2022, 2023
  • All-Ohio Honorable Mention - Northmont High School - 2019
  • Greater Western Ohio Conference (GWOC) Dig Leader - Northmont High School - 2019
  • District 15 1st Team - Northmont High School - 2019
  • All Conference (GWOC) 1st Team - Northmont High School - 2019
  • All-Conference (GWOC) 2nd Team - Northmont High School - 2018
  • Career Dig Leader (1,144) - Northmont High School - 2019
  • Team Captain - Northmont High School - 2018, 2019
  • Varsity Team MVP - Northmont High School - 2019
  • Varsity Team MVP - Northmont High School - 2018
  • NHS Defender of the Year - Northmont High School - 2017
  • Coach's Award - Northmont High School - 2017
  • Rotary Athlete of the Month - Northmont High School - 2019
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023, 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2023, 2024
  • Coach Intern - Play On Purpose Summer Camp - 2022
  • Head Coach - No Panic Volleyball Club Libero Clinic - 2021
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I have a passion for volleyball and it is a privilege to have the opportunity to come back and coach at the club that started my volleyball career. I am excited to share my knowledge with young athletes and be a part of a program and environment that I enjoyed as a player."

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    TAYLOR schafer 

    education

  • High School - Fairmont High School (Kettering, OH)
  • College - The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)
  • College - Wright State University (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Recreational Volleyball - 3 years
  • coaching experience
  • Head JV Coach - Stebbins High School - 2024-present
  • Assistant Varsity Coach - Stebbins High School - 2024-present
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I was given the opportunity to coach the volleyball team where I work this year and it was such a wonderful and fulfilling experience. I never imagined coaching would be something I enjoyed so much. I want to continue developing myself as a coach and to have an impact on players from a variety of skill levels."

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    CRiS smart 

    education

  • High School - Beavercreek High School (Beavercreek, OH)
  • College - Sinclair Community College (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • College Player - Sinclair Community College - 2 Years
  • High School Varsity Player - Beavercreek HS - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Beavercreek HS - 1 Year
  • Grade School/Middle School Player - 7 Years
  • Adult Club Player - USVBA
  • playing accolades
  • Team Captain - Sinclair Community College - 1 Year
  • Season Block Record - Sinclair Community College
  • GWOC League Honorable Mention - Beavercreek HS
  • Varsity Team Captain - Beavercreek HS - 2 Years
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 11-PiNK - 2024-present
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-BLACK - 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2022, 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2022, 2023
  • Head Coach - Carroll High School JV - 2019, 2020
  • Head Coach - St. Luke CYO (various grades) - 2003-2019
  • Assistant Coach - Sinclair Community College - 1986 and 1987
  • other experience
  • DARE Officer - Centerville Police Department - Retired
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "My favorite job has been being a DARE Officer. It allowed me to combine two of my passions which are teaching children and law enforcement. Another passion is volleyball. Being on the court makes for a great day! I want to show young ladies how to improve their volleyball skills and be a good teammate; and, help create habits that will allow them to play volleyball forever. AiR CiTY CHiX is an extremely organized program, and I am honored to be a member of this team."

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    BETH stumpf 

    education

  • High School - Chaminade Julienne High School Dayton, OH- 4 years
  • College - Slippery Rock University Slippery Rock, PA
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Slippery Rock University- 4 Years
  • High School Varsity Player - Chaminade Julienne High School - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX- 3 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Kingdom Volleyball Club- 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors- 2 Years
  • Adult League Player - 2 years
  • playing accolades
  • Team Captain - Slippery Rock University - 1 Year
  • 3-Year Starter - Slippery Rock University
  • First Team All-GGCL - Chaminade Julienne - 2 Years
  • District 15 Honorable Mention - Chaminade Julienne - 1 Year
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - St. Albert CYO Volleyball - 2 Years
  • Assistant Coach - St. Albert CYO Volleyball - 2 Years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I am so excited to be apart of the AiR CiTY CHiX once again! I learned so much as a player and person at this club and I'm so grateful I get the opportunity to give back to this sport. I can't wait to help teach and mentor these players to be the best version of themselves and help them move forward with their careers and aspirations."

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    KARi truax 

    education

  • Carmel High School (Carmel, IN)
  • College - Wittenberg University (Springfield, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Carmel High School - 2 years
  • High School JV Player - Carmel High School - 1 year
  • High School Freshman Player - Carmel High School - 1 year
  • Collegiate Player - Wittenberg University - 2 years
  • Junior Club Player - Team Indiana - 6 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Vision - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - Indy Juniors - 1 year
  • playing accolades
  • State Champions - Carmel High School - 2014
  • National Championship Runner Up - Wittenberg University - 2017
  • Coach's Award - Carmel High School - 2015
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-PiNK - 2024
  • Head Coach - Greenon High School Varsity - 2023-Present
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-WHiTE - 2023
  • Head Coach - Oakwood 7th Grade Volleyball - 1 year
  • Head Coach - Sharks Volleyball Club - 1 year
  • Volunteer Coach - Carmel Dads Club - 1 year
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I grew up playing for passionate and motivating coaches, and I hope to be that coach for the girls at AiR CiTY CHiX. I am looking forward to sharing my love and knowledge of the sport with the club!"

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    MORGAN tyra 
    education

  • High School - Greenon High School, Springfield, OH
  • College - Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Mount Vernon, OH
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Greenon High School - 4 years
  • Collegiate Player - Mount Vernon Nazarene University - 4 years
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors - 4 years
  • Adult League Player - 2014-present
  • playing accolades
  • Complied 93-72 record - Mount Vernon Nazarene University - 2010-2014
  • Over 90% Serve Receive accuracy - Mount Vernon Nazarene University - 2010-2014
  • Three-year starter - Mount Vernon Nazarene University - 2011-2014
  • Varsity Team Captain - Greenon High School - 2007-2009
  • Varsity Team MVP - Greenon High School - 2009
  • American Mideast Conference Champions - Mount Vernon Nazarene University - 2010
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-PiNK National - 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-PiNK National - 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-PiNK National - 2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK - 2020
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2020-Present
  • Head Coach - Columbus Volleyball Academy - 2011-2013
  • Head Coach - V-5 Volleyball - 2013-2014
  • Head Coach - Dayton Juniors - 2014-2015
  • Head Coach - Greenon High School JV - 2014-2015
  • Assistant Coach - Dayton Juniors - 2015-2017
  • coaching accolades
  • AAU National Championship 15 Club Emerald Division Champions - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-PiNK - 2022
  • AAU National Championship 14 Club Emerald Division Champions - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-PiNK - 2021
  • Finished 19th (out of 187 teams) OVR Regionals - Dayton Juniors - 2014-2015
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I am joining AiR CiTY CHiX because of the competitive and hungry atmosphere. The girls who play for AiR CiTY CHiX really have a desire to learn and grow as players. I use the word "hungry" because it helps to describe that they want to make a commitment to be competitive and improve their skills."

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    MALORiE valentine 
    education

  • High School - Leetonia High School (Leetonia, OH)
  • College - University of Akron (Akron, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Player - Leetonia High School - 3-year Varsity Middle Hitter - 2002-2005
  • Akron Women's Indoor Rec League Volleyball - Akron, OH - 2006-2010
  • Setter's Sand Volleyball Recreational League - Dayton area - 2011-present
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Waynesville High School Varsity - 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-BLACK - 2022, 2023, 2024
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - Waynesville High School JV - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-BLACK - 2017, 2016
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 17-BLACK - 2015
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15s - 2013
  • JV Head Coach - Clinton-Massie High School - 2012-2017
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I love the game, the challenge, the atmosphere. Now I want to use my experience, knowledge and love of the game to help teach fundamentals and teamwork while pushing the players beyond their known limits to make them better volleyball players. The potential of a player is brought out with self confidence and someone encouraging/pushing them to be great."

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    JEFF ward 
    education

  • High School - St. John's (Toledo, OH)
  • College - Miami University (Oxford, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Varsity Track - St. John's High School - 3 Years
  • Varsity Cross Country - St. John's High School - 2 Years
  • Collegiate Runner - Miami University Cross Country - 3 Years
  • Collegiate Runner - Miami University Track - 2 Years
  • Adult League Volleyball Player - 2 Years
  • playing accolades
  • OHSAA State Cross Country Qualifier (team) - St. John's High School - 1985
  • Toledo City League Individual Cross Country Champion - St. John's High School - 1986
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-PiNK National - 2024
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-PiNK National - 2023
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK National - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2019-Present
  • JV Assistant Coach - Alter High School - 2018-2019
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-PiNK - 2018-2021
  • Head Coach - Knights Junior High Feeder Volleyball Program 2012-2016
  • Assistant Coach - OHVA/Tri-County Volleyball Club 14's, 16's, 17's, 18's - 1995-2004
  • Volunteer Coach - Springboro High School - 1997-1999
  • Head Coach - Bishop Leibold CYO - 2008-2012
  • Assistant Coach - Lady Junior Knights Basketball - 2009-2012
  • Program Director - Knights Junior High Feeder Volleyball - 2014-2016
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I'm looking forward to the challenge of teaching the game and watching young players develop their skills."

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    KATHY ward 
    education

  • High School - Notre Dame Academy (Park Hills, KY) - 1988 graduate
  • College - Miami University - 1992 graduate
  • playing experience
  • 2-Year High School Varsity Player/Team Captain - Notre Dame Academy (1986-87)
  • 4-Year Collegiate Player - 3-year Starting Setter - Miami University (1988-91)
  • Club Player - NKJV (1986-1988)
  • playing accolades
  • NCAA Record Holder - 2nd in Total Assists/Match (102)
  • All Mid-American Conference Selection - Miami University - 1989, 1990, 1991
  • NIVC Semi-Finalist Team - Miami University - 1991
  • MAC Champion & NCAA Tourney Qualifier - Miami University - 1990
  • CoSIDA Academic All-District - Miami University - 1990, 1991
  • Northern Kentucky High School Female Athlete of Year - 1988
  • Kentucky High School State Champion - Notre Dame Academy - 1987
  • Kentucky High School State Runner-Up - Notre Dame Academy - 1986
  • OVR 18s Championship Team - 1988
  • Earned 10 High School Varsity Letters - volleyball (2), basketball (4), softball (4)
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-PiNK National - 2024
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-PiNK National - 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK National - 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2019-Present
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2019-Present
  • JV Head Coach - Alter High School - 2012-2018
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-PiNK - 2018-2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-BLACK - 2015-2017
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX' TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2017-Present
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12s - 2010-2014
  • CYO League Coach - Bishop Leibold - 2008-2010
  • Head Coach - OHVA/Tri-County Volleyball Club 14s, 16s, 17s, 18s - 1992-2004
  • Varsity Head Coach - Springboro High School - 1997-1999
  • 2nd Assistant Coach - Miami University - 1995, 1996
  • JV Head Coach - Princeton High School - 1993, 1994
  • Camp Clinician - Miami University Summer Volleyball Camps - 1988-1998
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I feel like I have been playing volleyball my entire life. I truly enjoy teaching the game I love to anyone interested in learning!"

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    KATiE weber 

  • education
  • West Carrollton High School (West Carrollton, OH), Chaminade Julienne High School (Dayton, OH)
  • College - University at Buffalo (Buffalo, NY)
  • College - University of Dayton (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - University at Buffalo - 4 Years
  • High School Varsity Player - West Carrollton/CJ - 4 years
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors - 3 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Gem City - 1 Year
  • Adult League Player - 13 years
  • playing accolades
  • #2 Career Blocks (568) - University at Buffalo - 2002-05
  • #2 Career Total Points (1,154) - University at Buffalo - 2002-05
  • #3 Career Blocks Per Game (1.277) - University at Buffalo - 2002-05
  • #3 Career Block Assists (448) - University at Buffalo - 2002-05
  • #4 Career Points Per Game (3.52) - University at Buffalo - 2002-05
  • #10 Career Kills (997) - University at Buffalo - 2002-05
  • District 15 Senior All-Star - Chaminade Julienne - 2001
  • All-District 2nd Team - Chaminade Julienne - 2001
  • Dayton Daily News All Area Honorable Mention - Chaminade Julienne - 2001
  • Offensive Player of the Year - Chaminade Julienne - 2000
  • All-District Honorable Mention - Chaminade Julienne - 2000
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-WHiTE - 2024
  • Co-head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-WHiTE - 2011
  • Assistant Coach - Bellbrook High School JV - 2 years
  • Assistant Coach - CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023
  • Volunteer Coach - Panther Youth Volleyball - 1 year
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I love this game. The opportunity to pass the love of volleyball onto others who are at the early stages of their volleyball career is something I am thrilled to be able to do. I coached for the ChiX after finishing college, then took some time off to be with family, and now I'm excited to be coaching again and give back to the sport that has given me so much."

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    CHiX COACHES NEEDED
    AiR CiTY CHiX is looking for a few good coaches for the upcoming 2024-25 club season! And, if committing to a whole club season is more than your schedule allows, we are always looking for coaches in our TRAiNiNG PROGRAMS, too!! If you, or someone you know, have interest in coaching with the CHiX, EMAIL TINA for more information!