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 2025-26 CLUB SEASON
cris smart: 11-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
kathy ward: 12-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
jeff ward: 12-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
julie rinehart: 12-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
kari truax: 13-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
jamie reynolds: 13-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
colleen cunningham: 14-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
courtney maxwell: 14-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
sarah brown: 14-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
kyra frasier: 14-WHiTE assistant coach
stephanie reveal: 15-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
dee lippke: 15-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
michelle hunt: 16-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
tristin conner: 16-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
malorie valentine: 16-BLACK head coach READ PROFiLE
alyssa harris: 16-WHiTE head coach READ PROFiLE
alan ronnebaum: 17-PiNK head coach READ PROFiLE
emma ronnebaum: 17-PiNK assistant READ PROFiLE
daisy sampson: 17-BLACK 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 2025-26 season. As their coaching assignments are finalized and additional staff members are confirmed, they will be added to the above list!
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
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2025
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2025
Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-PiNK National - 2025
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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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
Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 15-PiNK National - 2025
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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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 14-PiNK National - 2025
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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ALYSSA schraub
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 16-WHiTE American - 2025
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2023-Present
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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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 15-PiNK National - 2025
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 14-PiNK National - 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
OVR Club Director of the Month - AiR CiTY CHiX - May 2025
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, 2025
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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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 - AiR CiTY CHiX 13-BLACK National - 2025
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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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 15-BLACK American - 2025
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 17-PiNK National - 2025
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
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2025
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2025
Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-BLACK - 2025
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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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 - 2025, 2024
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2025
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2025
Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX - 2013
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2025
Head Coach - Borderline Junior Volleyball Club 17s - 2010
Head Coach - Tallawanda Middle School 8th Grade - 2010
Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX TRAiNiNG TEAMS - 2024, 2025
Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2024
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 16-PiNK National - 2025
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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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 16-PiNK - 2025
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 17-BLACK - 2025
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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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-present
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX SKiLL CLiNiCS - 2022-present
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
Assistant Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 18-PiNK - 2025
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 13-PiNK - 2025
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 - 2025
Head Coach - AiR CiTY CHiX 18-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 - AiR CiTY CHiX 16-BLACK - 2025
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 12-PiNK - 2025
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 12-PiNK National - 2025
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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