Book Private Volleyball Lessons with Coach Izzy

Hi! I’m a former collegiate volleyball player, competitive equestrian, and a police officer in training with a passion for helping others grow—both in sport and in life. I played NCAA Division I volleyball at the University of Tennessee and Georgia State University, and started my journey with both indoor and beach volleyball in high school. Competing at a high level taught me the value of discipline, teamwork, and mental toughness.

Alongside my volleyball career, I’ve also competed internationally in equestrian events, driven by a lifelong love for horses and working with animals. These two sports have shaped me into a dedicated and well-rounded athlete, always striving for growth and excellence.

Currently, I’m pursuing a career in law enforcement and training to become a criminal detective. I bring the same focus, resilience, and work ethic from my athletic background into my professional goals. Whether I'm on the court, in the arena, or serving my community, I’m committed to giving my best and helping others do the same.

My main positions to work with are hitters, preferably outside or right side, and passers, as I was a six-rotation player.

Goals for Improving Game Play

1. Build a Solid Foundation

Teach fundamentals: Focus on proper form in passing, setting, hitting, serving, and footwork. Even advanced players benefit from refining basics.

2. Offer Personalized Feedback

Assessing current level: Identify strengths, weaknesses, and habits.

3. Teach Game IQ

Help understand strategy: Positioning, reading the opponent, and making wise decisions under pressure.

4. Focus on Mental Toughness

Encourage confidence and resilience: Teach players how to bounce back from mistakes.

Set goals: Short-term (technique or fitness-related) and long-term (team placement, college recruitment, etc.).

5. Develop Athleticism

Incorporate strength & conditioning: Volleyball is explosive. Plyometrics, agility drills, and core work matter.

Work on mobility and injury prevention: Proper warm-ups, cool-downs, and body mechanics reduce injury risk.

6. Sharing My Experience

7. Make it Fun and Competitive

Keeping energy high: Fun, focused sessions increase motivation.

Whether you're a beginner building your foundation or a player looking to sharpen your technique, each session is designed to challenge you, build confidence, and improve your game.

Warm-Up

We start every session with a dynamic warm-up to get your body ready and reduce injury risk.

This includes:

Light cardio (jog, shuffle, high knees)

Mobility drills

Shoulder activation

Arm swings & band work

Quick footwork ladder or cone drills to engage coordination

Passing Fundamentals

We’ll focus on creating a solid foundation with proper body posture, platform control, and footwork. Depending on your level, this may include:

Target passing drills (with cones or buckets)

Short and deep ball movement

Correction and feedback on platform angle, foot positioning, and reaction time

Hitting Fundamentals

We’ll work on arm swing mechanics, approach timing, and hitting with intention.

Arm swing breakdown (from standing to full approach)

Approach footwork drills (3-step or 4-step)

Transition drills (defense to attack)

Focus on shot selection (cross, line, roll, tip)

Serving Fundamentals

Serving is one of the most important skills in volleyball, and we’ll treat it that way, the game can't start without a serve:

Serving mechanics (toss, contact point, body alignment)

Float serve and jump float technique

Target serving and zone control

Serve routine and mental preparation

Competitive serve challenges to simulate game pressure

Cool-Down & Feedback

Light stretching and recovery movements

Review of what we worked on

Personalized feedback + goals for your next session

My Approach:

With my background playing Division I volleyball and competing internationally in other sports, I bring a disciplined but encouraging coaching style. I believe in developing smart, confident athletes who understand both the “why” and the “how” behind each drill.

Let’s get to work and level up your game — one rep at a time!

Passionate about growing the game, I love helping others improve both their skills and their mindset on the court. I played collegiate volleyball at the University of Tennessee and Georgia State University, competing at a high level and gaining deep knowledge of the sport. My journey began with indoor and beach volleyball in high school, giving me a well-rounded foundation and a love for both versions of the game. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your performance, I'm here to share what I’ve learned and help you reach your potential.