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My journey as a volleyball player began on the sun-soaked beaches of Brazil, where my passion for the sport truly blossomed. Over the years, my dedication, relentless hustle, and love for the game led me to win numerous gold and silver medals, cementing my place in the competitive world of beach volleyball.

A fun fact about my volleyball journey: I was so committed to improving my game that I would wake up at 5 am to get in extra practice before heading off to school. That early-morning grind shaped not only my skills on the court but also instilled in me a deep appreciation for hard work and perseverance.

In addition to my playing career, I’ve spent the last two years coaching youth volleyball at Vinton County Middle School. Coaching has allowed me to share my love for the game with the next generation of athletes, helping them hone their skills while fostering their self-esteem and emotional growth. Seeing young players develop both on and off the court is incredibly rewarding, and I take pride in creating a positive environment where they can thrive and build confidence in themselves.

This is Ryann’s third season with Athens Elite, and she is thrilled to be coaching 15 American! Growing up in Dayton, Ryann played volleyball for her school and various clubs as a 5-1 setter. When her playing career ended, Ryann began assistant coaching youth boys volleyball. However, she eventually found her niche coaching girls club volleyball ages 14 and 15. She is committed to creating an environment where players feel safe and supported while growing competitively.

She holds a B.A. in political science from Ohio University, and will be graduating with her Master’s degree in May. In her free time, Ryann loves to read (both fiction and nonfiction), craft, and watch reality TV with her friends!

Coach Jeremy comes from a background in a variety of sports, but spent much of his sporting career in racing and endurance sports such as swimming, running, and triathlon. Throughout middle and high school Jeremy competed in basketball, football, cross country, track, and swimming, and he went on to pursue swimming in college. At the University of Indianapolis Jeremy was a 5-time NCAA All-American swimmer, an NCAA Academic All-American, and was a conference champion both individually and in relays. Jeremy went on to compete in triathlon after college and won two USA Triathlon National Championships and represented Team USA at the Triathlon World Championships in 2014.

Jeremy has been a coach since 2007 in swimming, triathlon, running, and volleyball, and has coached athletes to National Runner-up, National Championships, and even an individual World Championship in triathlon and multi-sport. Jeremy has coached club swimming for multiple programs in different states, and helped athletes achieve several team record and state-finalist performances along the way. Most recently Jeremy has coached 4th-6th grade rec-league volleyball for 10 seasons, including a 3-peat of league championships!

Jeremy loves helping athletes achieve their goals, whatever those goals may be, and is highly detail-oriented. Beyond all the science, physiology, and nerdy data analytics that he studies in his spare time, Jeremy’s coaching philosophy revolves around a few primary principles which have served him well in his 30+ years of competing and coaching: love the process, master the fundamentals, never stop believing in yourself, and most of all have fun! If an athlete can check those boxes then most of the other elements will fall into place.

In his free time Jeremy loves spending time with his wife and two daughters, which largely consists of watching, coaching, or just shuttling them to and from all their sporting and theater endeavors.

I played volleyball through elementary and high school. My most memorable moment was making varsity my freshman year.

I have been coaching for 2 years at Alexander and recently became the youth league director Spring 2026.

Investing in youth sports is something I am very passionate about. Foremost I am here to build confidence, integrity, and resilience in our young athletes. Once those qualities are established, there are no limits. Volleyball is 90% mental so I approach each mistake as a positive learning experience! Athletes need to know how to forgive not only their teammates mistakes, but their own as well. Next ball mentality!

Fun fact: my favorite music genres are heavy metal, Christian, and Taylor Swift (yes she is her own genre).

Personal interests: Reading psychological thrillers, trivia, attending Northbend Church with my family, and working out with my husband Joseph!

Hi, I am Jasmine! I am a senior at Ohio University majoring in Early Childhood Education. I am from Columbus, Ohio, and come from a close-knit family. In my free time I enjoy spending time with loved ones, shopping, and listening to music. I am looking forward to a wonderful, fun-filled season with everyone.

Jessica Jones brings a lifelong passion for volleyball, extensive coaching experience, and a commitment to mental health and athlete development to her work with North Texas Sports Counseling and Coaching.

Her volleyball journey began with collegiate competition at Division I schools Ohio University and Florida International University (FIU). During her senior year at FIU, she was voted team captain, recognizing her leadership and dedication. She also earned All-Tournament Team honors at the University of New Hampshire tournament.

Following her collegiate career, Jessica continued competing in beach volleyball, participating in events through the AVP, CBVA, NVL, and various local tournaments throughout California. Her experiences as both an indoor and beach volleyball athlete have given her an appreciation for the physical, mental, and emotional demands of competitive sports.

With coaching experience across club programs in Ohio, Florida, Nevada, California, and Texas, Jessica has dedicated years to helping athletes develop their skills, confidence, and love for the game. She also founded Quicksand Beach Volleyball Club, reflecting her commitment to growing the sport and creating opportunities for athletes to learn and compete.

Beyond volleyball, Jessica is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) practicing under supervision and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (LCDC-I). Through North Texas Sports Counseling, she is passionate about supporting athletes’ mental and emotional well-being while helping them navigate the unique challenges of competitive athletics.

She believes the mental side of the game is just as important as physical skills and strategy. Developing confidence, managing performance anxiety, responding constructively to mistakes, navigating team dynamics, and building resilience are essential components of both athletic and personal growth.

Through her work, Jessica hopes to help athletes strengthen their mental game, recognize their potential, and develop tools they can carry beyond the court. Her goal is to support athletes not only in becoming stronger competitors, but also in becoming confident, resilient, well-rounded individuals.