Club Coaching:
“I started coaching in 2015/2016 for J-stroke VBC for the girls U14 open team and assisted with girls U12. 2016 thru 2018 I head coached girls U12 and U13 for Shockwave VBC. In 2019 I assisted for ECP girls U14 Coastal Susquehanna division.”
School Coaching
Coaching Philosophy:
“Focus on fundamentals at an early age to prevent bad habits in the future. Coach and teach players to love the sport they are involved in.”
Best Volleyball Moment:
“I attended a players clinic in the late 90’s hosted by Pat Powers from the 1984 men’s Olympic gold medal team. Also, having the opportunity to coach both my daughters in club volleyball.”
My Life in Sports:
“I played baseball and football in school. We did not have a volleyball program at my school so I started playing later in life for Men’s and Coed adult leagues and fell in love with the sport.”
When I’m Not Coaching Volleyball…
“I have my own cabinetry business which keeps me very busy. My wife and I enjoy taking our dog on long hikes in our spare time.”
Favorite subject in school: History
Last Book I Read: Save Me From Myself by Brian Welch
Favorite Movie: 300
Favorite Quote:
“The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital.” -Joe Paterno
Person I’d Like to Have Dinner With:
“My Dad. He passed away in 2016 and I miss him every day.”
Something You Probably Don’t Know About Me:
“I was a lead vocalist and guitar player in a metal band back in the eighties.”