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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!

CONFIRMED COACHES: 2023-24 CLUB SEASON
cris smart: 11-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
ayanna williams: 11-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
kari truax: 12-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
sarah brown: 12-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
mary rodehaver: 12-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
julie rinehart: 12-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
katie weber: 12-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
jill o'connor: 12-WHiTE assistant READ PROFiLE
colleen cunningham: 13-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
amanda greenfield: 13-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
alyssa o'neill: 13-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
jamie reynolds: 13-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
greg hunt: 13-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
addie hunt: 13-WHiTE assistant READ PROFiLE
michelle hunt: 14-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
amanda von handorf: 14-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
malorie valentine: 14-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
banesa morales: 14-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
alyssa harris: 14-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
jessica o'donnell: 14-WHiTE assistant READ PROFiLE
kathy ward: 15-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
jeff ward: 15-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
dee lippke: 15-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
mary kate fleisher: 15-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
brittany bradford: 15-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
alex stump: 15-WHiTE assistant READ PROFiLE
stephanie reveal: 16-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
laura connor: 16-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
steffani linville: 16-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
steve davis: 16-BLACK assistant READ PROFiLE
izzy caruso: 16-WHiTE co-head coach READ PROFiLE
karin gaudin: 16-WHiTE co-head coach READ PROFiLE
alan ronnebaum: 17-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
emma ronnebaum: 17-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
molly twohig: 17-BLACK co-head coach READ PROFiLE
aly wiseman: 17-BLACK co-head coach READ PROFILE
kylee koger: 18-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
abbey ansel: 18-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
tina jasinowski: head chick READ PROFiLE
stephanie reveal: assistant 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!

ABBEY ansel 

  • education
  • High School - Darby High School (Hilliard, OH)
  • College - Wright State University (Fairborn, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Darby High School - 3 years
  • High School JV Player - Darby High School - 1 year
  • High School Freshman Player - Darby High School - 1 year
  • Collegiate Player - University of Rio Grande - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - Columbus Volleyball Academy - 3 years
  • Junior Club Player - Zenith Volleyball Academy - 1 year
  • Adult League Player - 2 years
  • Adult Sand League Player - 3 years
  • playing accolades
  • Team Captain - Columbus Volleyball Academy - 2 years
  • 5th at Junior Beach Nationals - 2016
  • Team OCC Champions - Darby High School - 1 year
  • coaching experience
  • Volunteer Coach - Darby High School - 1 year
  • Personal Trainer - Dayton Strength and Conditioning - 2 years
  • Fitness Coach - Enhance-U Beavercreek - 2 years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I have loved volleyball ever since I started playing when I was 11 years old. Coaching is a passion of mine and I love being able to teach young players the game and help them grow throughout their volleyball career."

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    BRiTTANY ramsey 

    education

  • High School - Revere High School (Richfield, OH)
  • College - University of Dayton (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Western Reserve Academy - 2 Years
  • High School JV Player - Western Reserve Academy - 1 Year
  • Adult League Player - 11 Years
  • Sand Volleyball Player - 9 Years
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Miami University Middletown - 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-WHiTE - 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-WHiTE - 2022
  • Head Coach - Springboro Junior High 8th Grade - 2022
  • Head Coach - Springboro Junior High 7th Grade - 2021
  • Head Coach - Springboro High School Freshmen - 2016-2017
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2021-present
  • Instructor - Private Lessons - 10 Years
  • coaching accolades
  • AVCA Thirty Under 30 Award - 2022
  • GWOC League Champions - Springboro 8th Grade - 2022
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Volleyball has always been a big part of my life and is a huge family tradition. I love encouraging players to develop their skills, become team leaders, and reach their full potential while also helping them find their confidence on the court. Coaching has always been a passion of mine to help others enjoy volleyball as much as I have. And I constantly aim to emulate the amazing coach mentors I've met along the way. Whether it's playing, coaching, or watching volleyball I'm always game! "

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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 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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    IZZY caruso 

    education

  • High School - Oakwood High School (Dayton, OH)
  • College - University of Dayton (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Oakwood High School - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Oakwood High School - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors Volleyball Club - 4 Years
  • playing accolades
  • Varsity Team Captain - Oakwood High School - 1 Year
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 12-WHiTE - 2021
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2021-23
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2021-23
  • Instructor - Summer Private Lessons - 2 Years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiCKS
    "I've had a love for volleyball since the first time I played on a rec league in the 6th grade and want to encourage others to develop their skills and love the sport as much as I always have!"

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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
  • 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
  • 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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    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 - Oakwood HS Varsity - 2020-Present
  • Head COach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK National - 2021
  • 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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    STEVE davis 

    education

  • High School - Lebanon High School, Lebanon Ohio
  • playing experience
  • Adult Indoor - Kettering Men's B-League - 1 year
  • Adult Indoor - The Field Sports Arena Men's & Co-Ed - 4 years
  • Adult Sand - The Field Sports Arena Men's & Co-Ed - 4 years
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-WHiTE - 2023
  • Volunteer Coach - Springboro YMCA - 4 years
  • coaching accolades
  • Springboro YMCA - 4 undefeated seasons - 4 years
  • other coaching experience
  • Karate Instructor - Lebanon YMCA - 1 year
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "To encourage and mentor the team to be the best they can be. To encourage and mentor individuals to be the most confident individuals they can be. To build basics, through advanced volleyball skills, so they can be the very best player, teammate, and young adult they are capable of."

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    MARY KATE fleisher 

  • education
  • High School - Carroll High School (Dayton, OH)
  • College - University of Dayton (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Carroll High School - 4 years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 4 years
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Jrs - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - Cincinnati Volleyball Academy - 1 year
  • playing accolades
  • Varsity Team Captain - Carroll High School - 2018
  • GCLC First Team - Carroll High School - 2017-2018
  • GCLC Second Team - Carroll High School - 2016
  • District 15 Senior All Star - Carroll High School - 2018
  • Go-To-Player Award - Carroll High School - 2018
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023
  • Volunteer Coach - St. Brigid School - 2017-2018
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I've loved volleyball since I started playing in fourth grade, and I've always had great respect for the people who took the time to mentor me and push me to my full potential. My coaches were always pushing me to be the best I can be both on and off the court and I hope to be able to inspire players in the same way that my coaches did for me!"

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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
  • 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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    AMANDA greenfield 

  • education
  • High School - Tallmadge High School, Tallmadge, OH
  • College - BA University of Missouri (Columbia, MO); MHA University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Tallmadge High School - 3 Years
  • High School JV Player - Field High School - 1 Year
  • Collegiate Softball Player - University of Missouri
  • Select Softball Player - Ohio Ice - 6 Years
  • High School Varsity Softball Player - Tallmadge High School - 3 Years
  • High School JV Softball Player - Field High School - 1 Year
  • playing accolades
  • Ohio Softball Hall of Fame - Tallmadge High School - 2010
  • First Team All Suburban League Softball/volleyball? - Tallmadge High School - 2001, 2002, 2003
  • First Team All-Ohio Softball/volleyball? - Tallmadge High School - 2002, 2003
  • Second Team All-Ohio Softball/volleyball? - Tallmadge High School - 2001
  • First Team All Beacon Journal/Cleveland Plain Dealer Softball/volleyball? - Tallmadge High School - 2002, 2003
  • Cleveland Plain Dealer Softball/volleyball? Athlete of the Year - Tallmadge High School - 2003
  • District Volleyball Champs and League Champs - Tallmadge High School - 2001, 2002
  • coaching experience
  • Collegiate Assistant Softball Coach - University of Dayton - 2017-2019
  • Assistant Coach - Worthington Christian - 2015, 2016
  • Assistant Coach - Gem City Throwbacks Baseball - 2021- current
  • Assistan Coach - Dayton Sting Baseball - 2020
  • Volunteer Volleyball Coach - Xenia YMCA - 2018
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I have loved the sport of volleyball since middle school. I enjoy working with kids and teaching them to love the game and really learn to reach their potential. I have been coaching sports for 17 years and built relationships with players and families and AiR CiTY CHiX is a program that I am excited to be part of!"

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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 - 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 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 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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    KYLEE koger 
    education

  • High School - Badin High School (Hamilton,OH)
  • College - Eastern Kentucky University (Richmond, KY)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Badin High School - 1 year
  • High School JV Player - Badin High School - 2 Years
  • High School Freshman Player - Badin High School - 1 Year
  • Collegiate Club Player - Eastern Kentucky University - 3 years
  • Junior Club Player - Lineshot - 4 years
  • Adult League Player - Sand player - 3 years
  • playing accolades
  • Coaches Award - Badin High School - 2007
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiCKS 15-PiNK (National) - 2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiCKS 14-PiNK (National) - 2019, 2020
  • Head Coach - Wilson MIddle School - 2020, 2021
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX skill clinics - 2019-2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY ChiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2019-2021
  • Head Coach - Knight Feeder 8th Grade - 2018
  • Head Coach - Lexington United Volleyball 13's National - 2015, 2016, 2017
  • Head Coach - Lexington United Volleyball 14's National - 2018
  • Head Coach - Farristown Middle School 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade - 2013-2017
  • JV Head Coach - Madison Southern High School - 2014-2017
  • Varsity Assistant Coach - Madison Southern High School - 2014-2017
  • coaching accolades
  • AAU Nationals 13 Classic Division Top 20 - Lexington United 13's National - 2016
  • Farristown Middle School District Champs - 2013, 2015
  • Farristown Middle School District Runner-up - 2014, 2016
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiCKS
    Volleyball has been a passion of mine since I was young. I enjoy helping players develop skills and fundamentals throughout the season. Volleyball has given me to opportunity to watch players develop a love for the sport. I am very excited to continue my coaching career with AiR CiTY CHiCKS."

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    STEFFANI linville 

    education

  • High School - Springboro High School (Springboro, OH)
  • College - Wright State University (Fairborn, OH)
  • Other- Cosmetology - Aveda Fredric's Institute (West Chester, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School JV Player - Springboro High School - 1 Year
  • High School Freshman Player - Springboro High School - 1 Year
  • Junior High School Player- Springboro Junior High School- 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Cincinnati Volleyball Academy - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 4 Years
  • Adult League Player - Sand Volleyball - 3 Years
  • Adult League Player - Indoor Volleyball - 2 years
  • YMCA League Youth Player - 6 Years
  • playing accolades
  • GWOC League Champions (59-1) - Springboro HS - 2013, 2014, 2015
  • School Team Captain - Springboro HS - 4 Years
  • Team Captain - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2 Years
  • OVR Championships Regional Division Bronze Champion - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-Pink - 2013
  • OVR Championships Regional Division Silver Champion - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-Pink Ice - 2014
  • OVR Championships American Division Bronze Champion - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-Pink Storm - 2015
  • Team Captain - Cincinnati Volleyball Academy - 2017
  • USAV Nationals Gold Bracket 5th Place USA Division - Cincinnati Volleyball Academy - 2017
  • OVR Championships National Division Silver Champion- Cincinnati Volleyball Academy - 2016
  • OVR Championships National Division Gold Champion - Cincinnati Volleyball Academy - 2017
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-WHiTE - 2023
  • Head Coach - Springboro Jr High 7th Grade - 2023, 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-WHiTE - 2023
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-BLACK - 2022
  • Volunteer Coach - Springboro Panther Youth Volleyball League - 2 Years
  • Volunteer Coach- Springboro Youth Volleyball Camp - 2 Years
  • coaching accolades
  • Undefeated Season - Springboro 7th Grade - 2022
  • GWOC Champions - Springboro 7th Grade - 2022
  • AAU National Championship 16 Aspire Topaz Division Champions - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2022
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I have been fortunate to be inspired by great coaching as a player since I started with the CHiX 12-PiNK team as a 10-year-old where I began my passion for volleyball. I am excited to move into a coaching position to give back my inspiration to players while motivating them to reach their goals as a team and as individuals!"

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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
  • 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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    BANESA morales 

    education

  • High School - Wilmington High School (Wilmington, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Wilmington High School - 2 years
  • High School JV Player - Wilmington High School - 2 years
  • Sand Player - Wilmington Park League - 1 year
  • playing accolades
  • Second Team All SBAAC - Wilmington HS - 1 year
  • Team Captain - Wilmington HS - 1 year
  • SBAAC Leadership Conference - Wilmington HS - 1 year
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-SiLVER - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2022, 2023
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2022, 2023
  • Assistant Coach - Wilmington HS Kids Camp - 3 years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Volleyball is such a big part of my life and I didn't want it to end just because I ended playing in high school. It is a great way to make new friends and to develop a love for a sport that is so amazing and life changing. I want to help every girl to have the opportunity to love the sport."

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    JiLL o'connor 

  • education
  • High School - New Bremen High School (New Bremen, OH)
  • College - Northwestern University (Evanston, IL)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Northwestern University - 2000-2003
  • High School Varsity Player - New Bremen High School - 1997-1999
  • High School JV Player - New Bremen High School - 1996
  • Junior Club Player - New Knoxville Volleyball Club - 1998-1999
  • Adult League Player - 8+ years
  • playing accolades
  • League, District, State Honors - New Bremen High School, 1997-1999
  • Academic All-Big Ten - Northwestern University
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - Oakwood Junior High School 8th grade - 2 years
  • Youth Community Outreach - OTG sports, Chicagoland - 2 years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I enjoy sharing my volleyball knowledge and passion with young players to develop new skills. It warms my heart as a coach to watch players proudly demonstrate confidence as they put skills together, improve and more deeply understand the game of volleyball and what it takes to be a reliable teammate."

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    ALYSSA o'neill 

  • education
  • High School - Douglas High School (Minden, NV)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Douglas High School - 2 Years
  • High School JV Player - Douglas High School - 1 Year
  • High School Freshman Player - Douglas High School - 1 Year
  • Junior Club Player - Capital City VBC - 4 Years
  • Adult League Player - 3 Years
  • Other Player - ADREP Prianese Sports Association (Tercciera, Azores, Portugal) - 2 Years
  • playing accolades
  • League Champions - Douglas High School - 2007
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - Beavercreek 7th Grade - 2022
  • Assistant Coach/Clinic Coordinator - Loudoun Elite VBC - 2020-21
  • Volunteer Coach - Arlington Parks and Rec - 2 years
  • Volunteer Coach - Douglas County Parks and Rec - 2 years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I love volleyball and love being able to share my knowledge with others. I am excited to join AiR CiTY CHiX and help coach the next generation of players."

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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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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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    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 - 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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    MARY rodehaver 

    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
  • 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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    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 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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    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-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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    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
  • 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 - 14 Years
  • 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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    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 - Greenon High School Varsity - 2023
  • 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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    MOLLY twohig 

    education

  • High School - John Hersey High School (Arlington Heights, IL)
  • College - University of Dayton (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - John Hersey High School - 2 years
  • High School JV Player - John Hersey High School - 1 year
  • High School Freshman Player - John Hersey High School - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - Rolling Thunder Volleyball Club - 2 years
  • Junior Club Player - Top Flight Volleyball Club - 3 years
  • playing accolades
  • All Area Honorable Mention- John Hersey High School - 2017
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-BLACK - 2023
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX Fall SKiLL CliNiCS - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX FALL TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX Summer TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2022
  • Volunteer Coach - John Hersey High School summer volleyball camp - 3 years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I'm coaching so that I can inspire and teach players the way that my coaches have done for me. I've loved volleyball since I first picked it up as a kid and hope to pass on the love of the sport to club players!"

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    AMANDA von handorf 

  • education
  • High School - Bellbrook High School (Bellbrook, OH)
  • College - Muskingum College (New Concord, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Muskingum College - 2 Years
  • High School Varsity Player - Bellbrook High School - 4 Years
  • playing accolades
  • All-OAC Freshman Team - Muskingum College - 2002
  • OAC Champions - Muskingum College - 2002, 2003
  • Varsity Captain - Bellbrook High School - 2 Years
  • SWBL Defensive Player of the Year - Bellbrook High School
  • ARMY National Scholar Athlete - Bellbrook High School
  • School Record - Career Digs - Bellbrook High School
  • School Record - Most Digs Season - Bellbrook High School
  • First Team All-league SWBL - Bellbrook High School - 2000, 2001
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - Bellbrook High School - 5 Years
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I came back to coaching 5 years ago because I loved and missed the game. I now stay coaching for my love of the kids that I coach. It's my goal to help athletes develop their skills in a positive, encouraging and inclusive culture."

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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
  • 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 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 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
  • 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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    AYANNA williams 

  • education
  • High School - Chaminade Julienne High School (Dayton, OH)
  • College - University of Dayton (Dayton, OH)
  • playing experience
  • High School Varsity Player - Chaminade Julienne High School - 4 Years
  • Junior Club Player - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Dayton Juniors - 2 Years
  • Junior Club Player - Elevation - 1 Year
  • playing accolades
  • Varsity Team Captain - Chaminade Julienne High School - 1 Year
  • District 15 Senior All-Star - Chaminade Julienne High School - 2018
  • coaching experience
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023
  • Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2023
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "I became aware that my enjoyment in the game was not only in playing it, but in sharing that joy with others as I saw my abilities advance and teamwork thrive. This insight gave me the inspiration to pursue the ambition of becoming a coach because I want to share my expertise and enthusiasm with aspiring athletes in order to develop their skills and promote teamwork both on and off the court. My way of giving back to the game that has given me so much is by coaching volleyball and encouraging the upcoming generation of athletes to feel the same enthusiasm and joy I have discovered within the sport."

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    ALY wiseman 

    education

  • High School - Bishop Ready High School (Columbus, OH)
  • College - Marietta College (Marietta, OH)
  • playing experience
  • Collegiate Player - Marietta College - 4 years
  • High School Varsity Player - Bishop Ready High School - 3 years
  • High School JV Player - Bishop Ready High School - 1 year
  • Junior Club Player - Central Ohio Volleyball Club (COVBC) - 2 years
  • Junior Club Player - London Elite Volleyball Club - 7 years
  • playing accolades
  • Led Team in Assists per Set - Marietta College - 2017
  • Second in Total Assists - Marietta College - 2017
  • Honorable Mention All-District - Bishop Ready High School - 2016
  • District Champions - Bishop Ready High School - 2015
  • coaching experience
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-BLACK - 2023
  • Head Coach - Junior Varsity Program - Millikin University - 2021
  • Assistant Coach - Wilmington College - 2022
  • Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2022
  • Assistant Coach - Millikin University - 2021
  • coaching accolades
  • 9 Academic All-Conference (CCIW) Athletes - Millikin University - 2021
  • 1 First Team All-Conference (CCIW) Athlete - Millikin University - 2021
  • 2 Second Team All-Conference (CCIW) Athletes - Millikin University - 2021
  • reason for coaching AiR CiTY CHiX
    "Volleyball has given me so many great relationships with both teammates and coaches and I hope to impact young athletes the same way the coaches I had impacted me!"

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    CHiX COACHES NEEDED
    AiR CiTY CHiX is looking for a few good coaches for the upcoming 2023-24 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!

    TRYOUT REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
    Online registration for AiR CiTY CHiX CLUB TRYOUTS is NOW OPEN! This online registration for our tryouts IS REQUIRED. Please READ THROUGH our TRYOUT INFORMATION PAGE and then click on the link in that information to register online for tryouts. We look forward to seeing you in the gym and, hopefully, in a CHiX uniform this club season!

    PRE-TRYOUT OPEN GYMS: SIGN UP NOW!
    Registration is NOW OPEN for AiR CiTY CHiX PRE-TRYOUT OPEN GYMS. These sessions are available to girls who are planning to try out for AiR CiTY CHiX club teams this summer. Our OPEN GYMS will be run by members of the CHiX coaching staff; coaches will be running drills and providing limited instruction. There are no evaluations being made during these sessions. For more information about our open gyms, including a link to our online registration form, CLICK HERE