2026–2027 COACHING STAFF
Meet the dedicated head and assistant coaches leading Summit Volleyball Club's 2026–2027 Girls and Boys teams at TM Fieldhouse.
Erin Wilson
25+ years of coaching experience and former collegiate hitter. Qualified her 18s team for USAV Nationals and leads SVC's whole-athlete philosophy.
Hannah Berry
Assistant Club Director and member of the first SVC team to qualify for USAV Nationals as a National-level libero, now entering her 5th year coaching.
Sarah Armstrong
6 years with SVC and qualified her teams for USAV Nationals three consecutive years, excelling at increasing game speed and technical accuracy.
Ciera Cory
Former collegiate setter at Ottawa University (2020–2023) and Assistant Varsity Coach at Notre Dame de Sion High School.
Dakota Hearn
Focuses on increasing athlete power, speed, and overall tournament performance for SVC 17 National.
Kristin Smoot-Irvin
Former SVC alumna who played 3 seasons with Summit before returning to lead our 18 Black squad with high energy and competitive grit.
Jocelyn Adams
Former club and collegiate volleyball athlete entering her 2nd season coaching with Summit Volleyball Club.
Amanda Chaney
Head Coach at Hyman Brand Middle School entering her 2nd season with SVC, focusing on the mental side of the game and athlete confidence.
Connie Rogers
Entering her 5th season coaching at SVC after moving up from 11s, known for high-energy practices and National Qualifier preparation.
Samantha Rosales
Four-season SVC alumna as a setter and hitter, now in her 4th season coaching at Summit Volleyball Club.
Kelly Daniels
Nearly 3 decades of coaching experience since 1996, qualifying multiple teams for USAV Junior Nationals and NJCAA DII Championships.
Jalyn Crist
5th season with Summit and 6th year coaching overall; also coaches Upper School volleyball at HBHA in Overland Park.
Ava Martin
Former collegiate libero at Missouri Valley College returning for her 3rd season coaching at SVC.
Olivia Groom
3rd year club coach and Lee's Summit High School boys volleyball coach dedicated to developing skill and confidence.
Gracie Saale
2nd year SVC coach and B-Team volleyball coach at Summit Lakes Middle School.
Alex Porter
Entering her 3rd year coaching with SVC, specializing in both front-row and back-row mechanics and smart court IQ.
Madison DeLuca
3rd year competitive coach placing strong emphasis on front-row timing, decision-making, and attacking confidence.
Trevor Gensler
30+ years of volleyball experience; former collegiate player at Graceland University and assistant coach at KCKCC.
Diana Blackburn
20+ years coaching at the club and high school level (Lee's Summit North, Blue Valley NW, Ray-Pec) and multiple seasons with SVC.
Jennifer Novogoratz
Entering her 7th year coaching youth volleyball (4th–8th grade) and serves as a MSHSAA referee during the school season.
PASSIONATE ABOUT COACHING YOUTH VOLLEYBALL?
We are always looking for experienced collegiate players, high school coaches, and positional specialists to join the Summit family.