Lisa joined the JVA Staff in December 2013. She has a solid volleyball background at all levels. After completing her volleyball career at Purdue University, she served as the Student Assistant Coach followed by three seasons as the Assistant Volleyball Coach at Samford University where her responsibilities included recruiting, aiding in day to day team training, managing community service functions, and coordination of camps. In 2011 she helped guide the program to its first NCAA appearance.
Message of the Week
Message of the Week
I heard from a lot of people after last week’s note, and I just want to say thank you. It meant a lot. It was honest, and clearly it hit. This job comes with real ebbs and flows, and I know so many of you are living that same reality every single day.
Last week absolutely flew by. And while things aren’t slowing down anytime soon, I’m really excited about what’s ahead. We have a few big announcements coming soon that we believe will be meaningful for our community. At the core of it all is something we talk about often, bringing volleyball together. That’s not just a phrase for us. It’s a priority, and these next steps reflect that. Relationships matter here, and we take that seriously.
That brings me to next week. We are in full prep mode for Align, with some of us heading to Dallas Sunday night. And honestly, saying I’m excited to see everyone feels like an understatement. The conversations, the collaboration, the action items, and yes, even the bs’ing, make this one of the most valuable and energizing times of our year. If you’re coming, we can’t wait to see you. If you’re on the fence…this might be your sign.
And in the middle of all of this, we have Mother’s Day on Sunday.
I just want to take a moment to recognize the moms in this community, because you are doing a lot. Running clubs, coaching teams, leading organizations, supporting athletes, managing parents…all while going home and doing the most important job of all.
I have three little kids, and I’ll be honest, there are moments of guilt when I leave. That part is so real. But there are also moments that hit just as deeply in a different way, like hearing your kids talk about what you do, in their own words, with pride. That sticks with you. Just as much as watching my 8 year olds baseball game in a downpour this weekend.
To all the moms out there making it happen every single day, you’re not just balancing it all, you’re leading through it. You’re building something in your clubs and in your homes. And even on the tough days (because we all sure do have them), you are doing an incredible job.
Keep going. Keep showing up. Keep crushing it.
With a lot of gratitude,
Lisa
I heard from a lot of people after last week’s note, and I just want to say thank you. It meant a lot. It was honest, and clearly it hit. This job comes with real ebbs and flows, and I know so many of you are living that same reality every single day.
Last week absolutely flew by. And while things aren’t slowing down anytime soon, I’m really excited about what’s ahead. We have a few big announcements coming soon that we believe will be meaningful for our community. At the core of it all is something we talk about often, bringing volleyball together. That’s not just a phrase for us. It’s a priority, and these next steps reflect that. Relationships matter here, and we take that seriously.
That brings me to next week. We are in full prep mode for Align, with some of us heading to Dallas Sunday night. And honestly, saying I’m excited to see everyone feels like an understatement. The conversations, the collaboration, the action items, and yes, even the bs’ing, make this one of the most valuable and energizing times of our year. If you’re coming, we can’t wait to see you. If you’re on the fence…this might be your sign.
And in the middle of all of this, we have Mother’s Day on Sunday.
I just want to take a moment to recognize the moms in this community, because you are doing a lot. Running clubs, coaching teams, leading organizations, supporting athletes, managing parents…all while going home and doing the most important job of all.
I have three little kids, and I’ll be honest, there are moments of guilt when I leave. That part is so real. But there are also moments that hit just as deeply in a different way, like hearing your kids talk about what you do, in their own words, with pride. That sticks with you. Just as much as watching my 8 year olds baseball game in a downpour this weekend.
To all the moms out there making it happen every single day, you’re not just balancing it all, you’re leading through it. You’re building something in your clubs and in your homes. And even on the tough days (because we all sure do have them), you are doing an incredible job.
Keep going. Keep showing up. Keep crushing it.
With a lot of gratitude,
Lisa
