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Danny Smithers

Naperville

Summary

Accomplished Volleyball Coach with 8 years of experience at club and collegiate levels. Former NCAA libero with expertise in defensive systems, serve receive, leadership, and player development. Skilled in mentoring athletes, enhancing technical skills, and fostering competitive training environments to maximize athlete potential.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

LOVB Chicago

Chi City Volleyball
West Chicago
05.2024 - Current
  • Coach and mentor youth volleyball athletes in skill development and competition
  • Design and implement practices focused on defensive systems, ball control, and team play
  • Provide individual feedback to improve athlete performance and confidence
  • Foster a positive learning environment emphasizing accountability, communication, and growth

Assistant Coach

MVVC 18 Black
08.2025 - 05.2026
  • Assisted with training and match management for high-level club athletes.
  • Focused on defensive systems, serve receive, and team communication.
  • Supported player development both on and off the court.

Sports Performance Volleyball Club (SPVB)

Sports Performance
Aurora
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Coached and trained athletes at one of the nation's premier volleyball clubs.
  • Specialized in libero and defensive skill development.
  • Assisted with practice planning, match preparation and player evaluations.
  • Helped athletes improve technical skills and volleyball IQ.

NCAA Men's Volleyball

Menlo College
  • Starting libero
  • Ranked among conference leaders in defensive play/stats
  • Competed against top NCAA D1 and D2 programs

NCAA Men's Volleyball

North Central College
  • Started two seasons, contributing to team cohesion and strategy.
  • Contributed to success of nationally ranked program through performance and teamwork.
  • Set new school records in various events.
  • Earned recognition for exceptional serve receive and defensive skills, enhancing team defensive efforts.

NCAA Men's Volleyball

Concordia University Irvine CA
  • Served as starting libero for two seasons, contributing to team defensive strategy and performance.
  • Competed in MPSF against nationally ranked opponents, enhancing team resilience and competitive experience.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Psychology

Menlo College
Palo Alto, CA
05-2026

Timeline

Assistant Coach

MVVC 18 Black
08.2025 - 05.2026

LOVB Chicago

Chi City Volleyball
05.2024 - Current

Sports Performance Volleyball Club (SPVB)

Sports Performance
01.2022 - 05.2024

NCAA Men's Volleyball

Menlo College

NCAA Men's Volleyball

North Central College

NCAA Men's Volleyball

Concordia University Irvine CA

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Psychology

Menlo College
Danny Smithers