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Nathan Thimme

Assistant Coach · 16-Black

I love watching a player do something in March that she couldn't do in November. Blocking is where I spend the most time because it is the first step to a great defense, and I still believe it is the most under-coached skill in junior volleyball.

Every practice I run is planned start to finish before I walk in the door. We break down fundamentals and position-specific work first, then bring it back together so the details show up in live play. I build those sessions alongside the coach I played for, whose system I still use, so my athletes get the benefit of two sets of eyes instead of one.

I came up from the lowest level to play varsity and beyond, and that path taught me exactly how much the right coaching matters. I am happy to help athletes with their highlight films when they are ready, and my door is always open for questions except right after a match. I look forward to seeing what the 16-Black group can do this season.

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