Elaine is a Fully Certified Development & Advanced Development Coach. This will be Elaine’s 7th season as a Head Coach with the OVA having coached for MVC, Halton Hurricanes, and Defensa. Elaine brings 25 years of Elementary School coaching experience in volleyball, baseball, basketball, and is a Level 3 certified soccer coach. Elaine was President of the MAC Volleyball Club for two years and was also a Mentor Coach with the Volleygirls Program in Burlington.
Elaine has worked as a Head Coach with the Team Ontario Regional Program, Team Ontario Academy and most recently as an Assistant Coach with Team Ontario Black.
Elaine is passionate about building a positive, collaborative, and cohesive team culture and supporting her athletes both on and off the court. Her extensive work with female athletes of all ages, and Honours Degree in Child Development and Child Psychology, brings a deep understanding of the mental and physical demands athletes can endure. With a focus on the whole athlete – technical, tactical, physical, emotional, and mental, Elaine strives to provide a well-balanced program, and positive environment for all athletes to train in.
Elaine is excited to be a part of the Smash Raiders Club and looks forward to working with and coaching the U17 Vortex & U13 team this season!
