FCVC Coaches: Dedicated To Success
FCVC remains one of the most successful clubs in Canada due in large part to its group of dedicated, knowledgeable, volunteer coaches. Our coaches put the hours in the gym and off the court for the love of the game and to see our young athletes develop their volleyball skills. If you're passionate about volleyball and want to give back to the next generation, we'd love to work with you!
If you are interested in joining our coaching group, please contact our VP of Volleyball at vp_volleyball@forestcityvolleyball.com with a summary of your experience and availability. We welcome newcomers and long-timers alike... if you're an FCVC coach, it's your dedication that sets you apart.
Head Coaches (2022-2023)
- Susan BuckmanFCVC Pine (Girls 12U)
Twenty-five years experience coaching club volleyball.
- OVA Developmental Coach of the Year, 2007
- OVA Diane Wood Special Achievement Award Winner, 2022
- OUA, CIAU all-star and team captain, University of Ottawa Women's Volleyball
NCCP Advanced Development Coach (TRAINED)
Ask not what your teammates can do for you. Ask what you can do for your teammates. (Magic Johnson)
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- Chuck ChelladuraiFCVC Lorax (Girls 13U)
More than 10 years experience coaching club volleyball.
- Head coach for 8 years of club soccer
- Assistant coach with national championship FCVC 16U girls team
- Graduate of Kineldiego Volleyball Club, precursor to FCVC
NCCP Certified Development Coach
I can't play being mad. I go out there and have fun. It's a game and that's how I'm going to treat it. (Ken Griffy Jr.)
- Sergio ChuyFCVC Mahogany (Girls 14U)
Over 15 years of Experience coaching youth Volleyball and Soccer at various levels
- 2022 Team Ontario Red Girls Head Coach
- 2019 Team Ontario White Girls Coach
- 30 years of experience as Volleyball referee-Provincial level
NCCP Certified Advanced Development Coach
If you always put limits on everything you do, physical or anything else, it will spread into your work and into your life. There are no limits. There are only Plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them. (Bruce Lee)
- Drew ColesFCVC Kauri (Girls 15U)
Coach at Brownlee Camp and Camp Madawaska.
- Played one summer for Team Canada and two summers for Team Ontario.
- Played four years for Western University winning All-Canadian Second Team and Top Blocker awards
- Member of National Championship team at FCVC
NCCP Development Coach (TRAINED)
Whether you think you can or think you can't, you're right
- Nancy Dool-KontioFCVC Aspen (Girls 15U)
More than five years experience coaching club volleyball.
- Former club player with FCVC precursor, Kineldiego
- Gold medalist with Region 3 team as a player
NCCP Certified Development Coach
Developing athletes to be strong capable players who approach competition with sportsmanship and resilience.
- Fred GalloFCVC Magnolia (Girls 18U)
More than 10 years experience coaching competitive soccer and 3 years coaching club volleyball.
- Coached senior girls volleyball at high school level
- Played three years of University-level volleyball
- Have played volleyball for more than 30 years at a competitive level
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
There is no substitute for hard work.
- John HongFCVC Icarus (Boys 16U)
More than 10 years experience coaching club volleyball.
- OUA All-star UWO Men's Volleyball, OFSAA gold medalist Oakridge Oaks, Summer Games '92 Gold Medalist, Former Top 13 Ranked Player - Canada Beach BVP
- 2015 Indoor Coach 14U Tier 1 Silver National Champs
2014 Beach Coach 14U Tier 1 Bronze National Champs
2013 Beach Coach 13U Tier 1 Gold Provincials - Graduate of the Forest City Volleyball Club.
NCCP Certified Development Coach
I won't get upset at you about a mistake. I'll get upset at you for the next mistake that comes from still thinking of your last mistake. (Doc Rivers)
- Ryan HuffmanFCVC Banyan (Girls 14U)
Experienced soccer coach and second-year volleyball coach.
- Played volleyball at the high-school, club, and university level.
- Experienced as OVA referee
- Experience as assistant coach at FCVC
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
There's no "I" in team. Try your best.
- Tom KerkhoffFCVC Hyperion (Boys 17U)
More than 25 years experience coaching volleyball, hockey, basketball and soccer.
- Former Western Men's Volleyball player
- National Championship winning coach at midget boys level
- OFSAA gold and silver medal winning coach
NCCP Advanced Development Coach (in training)
Never give up, never give in, and when the upper hand is ours, may we have the ability to handle the win with the dignity that we absorbed the loss. (Doug Williams)
- Michelle LangeFCVC Evergreen (Girls 13U)
More than 20 years experience coaching at high school, club, and university level.
- Led teams to OFSAA and many WOSSAA and TVRA championships
- Coached at Southwest Missouri State University
- Played for Western Women's Volleyball team
NCCP Development Coach (TRAINED)
Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard (Tim Notke)
- Bob MannFCVC Merbau (Girls 16U)
Over 20 years experience coaching club volleyball.
- Youth Development Chair, Forest City Volleyball Club
- Head Coach, Acorn Development program
- Former Region 3 and Ontario Summer Games coach
NCCP Certified Advanced Development Coach
When you win, say nothing, when you lose, say less. (Paul Brown)
- Jason McKeeFCVC Rangers (Boys 14U)
More than 20 years experience coaching volleyball, basketball and hockey.
- London Conference champion and OFSAA champion Head Coach, Oakridge Secondary School
- Head Coach of OVA Champion and National silver-medalist teams, Forest City Volleyball Club
NCCP Certified Development Coach
It's not the will to win that matters - everyone has that. It's the will to prepare to win that matters. (Paul "Bear" Bryant)
- Lindsay MerkerFCVC Maple (Girls 12U)
Two years experience coaching at the high school and club level.
- 2021-2022 FCVC Pines 12U Girls Head Coach
- 2021-2022 Oakridge High School Junior Girls Head Coach
- Played indoor volleyball at high school, club, and university level, and competitive beach volleyball
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
The principle is competing against yourself. It's about self-improvement, about being better than you were the day before. (Steve Young)
- Dave PhoenixFCVC Baobab (Boys 18U)
More than 25 years coaching experience at the high school and club level.
- National Championship, provincial championship winning club coach
- Four-time WOSSA, OFSAA championship coach
- Former Head Coach, Region 3 Ontario Winter Games team
NCCP Certified Advanced Development Coach
Competitive sports are played mainly on a five-and-a-half inch court, the space between your ears. (Bobby Jones)
- Stefanie PrattFCVC Helios (Girls 17U)
More than 10 years experience coaching elementary and secondary level indoor and beach athletes.
- Competed at high school, club, and university level
- Coached in club setting as well as in private lessons
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Remember that guy who gave up? Neither does anybody else. (Unknown)
- Lloyd RumbleFCVC Sequoia (Girls 16U)
More than 20 years experience coaching at the high school, club, regional and college level.
- Two-time OCAA Coach of the Year, Fanshawe College Women's Volleyball
- Winner of multiple OVA provincial championship medals
- Qualified NCCP Level 1 Coach Instructor
NCCP Performance Coach (TRAINED)
There are only two options regarding commitment. You're either IN or you're OUT. There is no such thing as life in-between. (Pat Riley)
- Peter SidlerFCVC Sumac (Boys 13U)
More than 15 years experience coaching high school volleyball and 4 years coaching at the club level.
- Assistant coach with National Champion FCVC Boys 17U team
- Assistant Coach with Provincial Champion FCVC Boys 18U team
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Work hard to continue to grow your skills, and of course have fun doing it.
- Nic SmithFCVC Centurion (Boys 15U)
More than 5 years of volleyball coaching experience at high school and club level.
- Volleyball Canada 18U Nationals Division 1, Tier 1 Bronze medalist, as a player
- Head volleyball referee at Wilfrid Laurier University Athletics
- Three semesters with Volleyball Canada Centre of Excellence
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
If it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you.
- Peter SumFCVC Methuselah (Girls 18U)
Coached club and highschool for more 5 years.
- Worked 3 years as a youth development coach
- Selected as Region 3 assistant coach for Ontario Summer Games gold-medal winning team
- Worked as leader in Summer Camp
NCCP Certified Advanced Development Coach
The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don't play together, the club won't be worth a dime. (Babe Ruth)
- Peter TestaFCVC Cycad (Boys 13U), Asst: FCVC Mahogany (Girls 14U)Peter TestaFCVC Cycad (Boys 13U), Asst: FCVC Mahogany (Girls 14U)
More than 10 years experience coaching at high school and club level.
- Helped build developmental and competitive programs at St. Thomas Express Volleyball Club.
- Competed at high school, club, and university level.
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Work hard.
Assistant Coaches (2022-2023)
- Rob ArntfieldFCVC Banyan (Girls 14U)
Two years coaching with FCVC.
- Coached FCVC Girls 13U Lorax in 2021-2022.
- Competed for 10 years at high school, club, regional, and university level
NCCP Development Coach (TRAINED)
Be yourself. Everybody else is taken.
- Kehan AtkinsonFCVC Hyperion (Boys 17U)
Excited about starting my coaching career with FCVC and looking forward to helping the athletes improve.
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game. (Babe Ruth)
- Becky BreauFCVC Helios (Girls 17U)
More than 10 years experience coaching volleyball at various levels including TimBits, camps, and club.
- University of Guelph Women's Volleyball team MVP (2016)
- OUA West Second Team All-Star (2016)
- More than 10 years experience coaching beach volleyball at BVA
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard. (Tim Notke)
- Steve BrinkmanFCVC Cycad (Boys 13U)
Top middle blocker with Team Canada for 17 years.
- Played professionally for 14 seasons, winning World Club and European Cup championships
- CIS-champion athlete with University of Manitoba Bisons
- Played youth volleyball with Ganaraska Wolves
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
- Ella BuettnerFCVC Magnolia (Girls 18U)
Three years experience coaching volleyball at recreational, school, and club level.
- Competed for 8 years at high school and club level
- Alumni and team captain with Junior Dinos Volleyball
- Alberta Volleyball provincial champions, and two-time provincial finalists
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
There may be people that have more talent than you, but there's no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do. (Derek Jeter)
- Bonnie CooperFCVC Kauri (Girls 15U)
Former assistant coach, Western Women's Volleyball team, and many seasons head and assistant coaching FCVC club teams.
- Member of Western University Hall of Fame
- OUA all-star, All-Canadian, three-time MVP, and Western Purple Blanket winner
- OVA medalist with FCVC Senior Women's team
NCCP Advanced Development Coach (in training)
There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure. (Colin Powell)
- Jasmine CooperFCVC Kauri (Girls 15U)
Played FCVC for 9 seasons while coaching Acorn volleyball.
- Played on Team Ontario Red and attended HPC twice
- Recruited to Western Women's Volleyball team
- Club team MVP from 2017-2021
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life.
- Keith CrawfordFCVC Aspen (Girls 15U)
More than 5 years experience coaching high school volleyball.
- Co-Coach, Montcalm SS Junior Boys Volleyball (2021 TVDSB D2 Champs & 2019 "A" Champs)
- Assistant Coach, Lucas SS Junior Boys Volleyball (2017-2018)
- Assistant Coach, NMDHS Senior Boys Volleyball (2016 TVDSB "A" Champs)
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
There is no "I" in team.
- Lindsay DonovanFCVC Magnolia (Girls 18U)
Two years experience coaching club volleyball.
- Played at high school, club, regional, and university level.
- National champions, Girls 16U (2013), Provincial champions, Girls 17U (2014).
- Captain, AUS All-Star, and MVP of SMU Women's Volleyball team.
NCCP Development Coach (TRAINED)
A trophy carries dust. Memories last forever. (Mary Lou Retton)
- Sabrina EarnshawFCVC Maple (Girls 12U)
More than 20 years experience coaching elementary school volleyball.
- Won 7 TVDSB Championships, 3 silvers, 1 bronze, with elementary school teams
- Coached Saunders SS WOSSA-finalist Junior Girls and both Senior Girls and Boys at John Paul 2 and Senior Girls at RMC
- Competed at high school and university level, and assistant coached at FCVC with Girls 15U and 16U
NCCP Development Coach (TRAINED)
Don't practice until you get it right, practice until you can't get it wrong. (Alex Morgan)
- Defne EriskonFCVC Merbau (Girls 16U)
Coached Boys 18U to CISAA championship, and assistant coached FCVC Girls 15U.
- Played club volleyball at top clubs in Ontario
- Named club team captain for 2 seasons
- Winner of graduating Elite Athlete Award and twice named MVP for club volleyball team
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Work hard, play hard.
- Nancy FroatsFCVC Sumac (Boys 13U)
After playing and refereeing for many years, I'm excited to begin my club coaching career with the young athletes at FCVC.
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
To uncover your true potential you must first find your own limits and then you have to have the courage to blow past them. (Picabo Street)
- Peter GrailFCVC Aspen (Girls 15U)
More than 25 years experience coaching at the club and college level.
- Former Western and Fanshawe Men's volleyball player
- OCAA Coach of the Year, Fanshawe Men's Volleyball
- Multiple OVA provincial medalist
NCCP Certified Development Coach
This is not Irish dancing.
- Danielle GrasmanFCVC Sequoia (Girls 16U)
New to coaching and very excited to pass along the knowledge I've gained through my playing career.
- Competed at high school, club, college, and university level
- Participated in 4 seasons with Western University Women's Volleyball, winning 4 OUA provincial medals
- Participated in undefeated season with Fanshawe College Women's Volleyball, winning OCAA gold and CCAA bronze medals
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
It's not the will to win that matters - everyone has that. It's the will to prepare to win that matters. (Paul Bryant)
- Jon HarrisFCVC Hyperion (Boys 17U)
More than 5 years experience coaching club volleyball at the 17U, 18U level.
- Played volleyball at University of Windsor (2001-2005)
- Two-time OUA All-Star, Team Captain, Team MVP, Academic All-Canadian
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Set high expectations, then work hard to reach them.
- Kim HarrisFCVC Sequoia (Girls 16U)
New to coaching volleyball and so excited for the opportunity to learn and work with the athletes.
- Grew up playing club volleyball for South County in Windsor
- Played libero for both high school and club teams
- Captained high school team which competed at OFSAA
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Always play like you have something to prove.
- Danielle HendersonFCVC Aspen (Girls 15U)
New to coaching volleyball and looking forward to helping the kids develop their skills.
- Competed at recreational and high school level
- Played in beach and senior leagues for last 15 years
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Sometimes the biggest challenges end up being the best things that happen in your life. (Tom Brady)
- Markus HongFCVC Icarus (Boys 16U)
Five years experience coaching summer camps and club volleyball.
- FCVC Alumni and 2017 Team Ontario Libero
- Provincial beach volleyball Gold Medalist
- National beach volleyball Silver Medalist 2x
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Dear children, let us not love with words or speech, but with actions and in truth. (1 John 3:18)
- Todd HumphreyFCVC Merbau (Girls 16U)
New to coaching and looking forward to helping the players grow their skills.
- Competed in high school, winning SWOSSA championship
- Continue to play both indoor and beach volleyball recreationally
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
If it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you.
- Ashlyn KadlecikFCVC Magnolia (Girls 18U)
Played indoor volleyball at both youth and college level.
- Named CCAA and OCAA Athlete of the Week during college volleyball career
- Two-time first team OCAA all-star and named to OCAA all-rookie team
- Two-time Athlete of the Year winner
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Play as a team, not as individuals.
- Jocelyn LiFCVC Maple (Girls 12U)
Coached high school volleyball in China for 8 years.
- Played 6 years of professional volleyball in China
- FCVC Acorn developmental program coach
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
You have to believe in yourself. That's the secret of success. (Charlie Chaplin)
- Marshall McKeeFCVC Rangers (Boys 14U)
New to coaching and excited to share the knowledge gained from my experience with many great coaches and players.
- Played with FCVC for 7 years, on top-5 teams in the province
- Won OFSAA gold with Oakridge SS Senior Boys team
- Played in multiple Division 1 quarter-final matches at provincials
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Great moments are born from great opportunities. (Herb Brooks)
- Eliana MelilloFCVC Methuselah (Girls 18U)
Multiple years coaching in Acorn, high school, and club programs.
- U-Sports Athlete of the Month in Grade 12 for high school volleyball
- Captain, All-Star team selection, and MVP for high school team in Grade 12
- Played on the A team through my 3 years at FCVC
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Play like you're in first, train like you're in second. (Stephen Curry)
- Chris MonteiroFCVC Pine (Girls 12U)
Assistant coach for many FCVC teams from 14U to 18U level.
- Played volleyball at high school, club, and college level
- Compete in indoor Men's and Co-Ed volleyball
- Enthusiastic supporter of youth athletics
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Practice makes permanent.
- Brodan MurphyFCVC Rangers (Boys 14U)
New to coaching and beyond excited to continue gaining and sharing knowledge in the sport of volleyball.
- Played 6 seasons for FCVC on teams competing in the top division of the province
- Oakridge SS OFSAA gold medalist
- Competed for the Fanshawe Men's Volleyball team
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
The principle is competing against yourself. It's about self-improvement, about being better than you were the day before. (Steve Young)
- Jamie NeilsonFCVC Evergreen (Girls 13U)
More than 25 years experience coaching high school and club volleyball.
- Played UWO Men's Volleyball from 1990-1993.
- Multiple OFSAA medals as a coach, including 6 gold and 6 silver.
- My volleyball coaching heroes taught me everything I know - Vaughan Peckham, Dave Preston, and Paulette Laidman
NCCP Certified Development Coach
Character counts.
- Christie PattersonFCVC Mahogany (Girls 14U)
Assistant coached club volleyball for two season.
- Coached competitive and recreational soccer for many years
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
A good coach will make his players see what they can become rather than what they are. (Ara Parseghian)
- Nelson Rivera WalterosFCVC Pine (Girls 12U)
Over 5 years experience coaching co-ed adult workplace teams.
- Played for multiple volleyball teams including University and workplace teams (Agrarian Bank, Diners Club, Chalver Pharma, Pollos Fiesta, Racafe) and played in many open tournaments with multiple teams.
- Co-coached (assisting) workplace teams (Agrarian Bank, Diners Club, Chalver Pharma, Pollos Fiesta, Racafe).
- Played initially as center block, then power and then libero.
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Don't let it fall.
- Brayden OldhamFCVC Centurion (Boys 15U)
Super pumped about starting my coaching career with FCVC and excited to help athletes improve and have fun.
- Played with FCVC since 13U and went to Nationals with 18U team
- Won TVRAA finals in 2021.
- Finished top 8 in Ontario in both beach and indoor competitions
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. (Wayne Gretzky)
- Kevin RoweFCVC Hyperion (Boys 17U)
More than 5 years experience coaching club volleyball with FCVC.
- Competed at high school, club, regional, and university level
- Won national and provincial championships as a player with FCVC
- Selected to OVA regional and high performance programs
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed. (Michael Jordan)
- Steve SimoneFCVC Lorax (Girls 13U)
Many years experience coaching club volleyball with FCVC.
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
- Peter TestaFCVC Cycad (Boys 13U), Asst: FCVC Mahogany (Girls 14U)Peter TestaFCVC Cycad (Boys 13U), Asst: FCVC Mahogany (Girls 14U)
More than 10 years experience coaching at high school and club level.
- Helped build developmental and competitive programs at St. Thomas Express Volleyball Club.
- Competed at high school, club, and university level.
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Work hard.
- Wayne ThompsonFCVC Sequoia (Girls 16U)
Worked with Coach Lloyd for many seasons, both in camp and club team settings.
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
What to do with a mistake: recognize it, admit it, learn from it, forget it. (Dean Smith)
- Jake ThomsonFCVC Rangers (Boys 14U)
New to coaching club volleyball and looking forward to working with many talented coaches and athletes.
- Participated in all volleyball activities I could get involved in single an early age, including coaching, scorekeeping, refereeing, and playing.
- Played volleyball at Oakridge SS and for FCVC for 5 years. Won an OFSAA Championship in 2019 and several OVA medals. Participated in OVA high-performance program.
- Coached elementary school volleyball at Byron PS
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Let's have some fun!
- Jaiden TuFCVC Centurion (Boys 15U)
Coached Junior Girls volleyball team at St. Scholastica's College in Sydney, Australia for 1 year.
- Played competitively for 4 years.
- Assistant coached 15U girls club team
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Practice makes permanent, not perfect, so make every rep count.
- Bruno UrbaniFCVC Cycad (Boys 13U)
Born and raised in Brazil with over 20 years experience in volleyball.
- Coached 14U, 15U, and 16U boys at the club level
- Played indoor club for Bronte Beach VC and FCVC, as well as Regional Team, Western University, and Fanshawe College
- Extensive experience in beach volleyball at the 17U and 18U level
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard.
- Jen Van SasFCVC Methuselah (Girls 18U)
Played for FCVC for 5 years, and coached with FCVC for 9 years.
- Registered nurse at London Intercommunity Health Centre
- I have 2 pets, a cat named Olive and a dog named Cheddar
- My favourite activities are hiking, skiing, and playing board games
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.
- Geza VargyasFCVC Pine (Girls 12U)
More than 5 years experience coaching at the elementary and high school level.
- 2019 AAA OFSAA Senior Girls camps
- 2018-2019 Senior Boys Semis and a Final
- 2017 Junior Boys Semis
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
To have fun, improve skill and be a good teammate on and off the court. I believe every player should be given the tools to improve to the best of their ability.
- Karly von DehnFCVC Merbau (Girls 16U)
New to coaching volleyball and excited to gain experience towards my long term goals.
- Competed at high school and club level
- Future goals to be high school teacher and coach
- Completed kinesiology coaching course at Western University
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Athletes first, winning second.
- Bryan WimalasekeraFCVC Icarus (Boys 16U)
More than 5 years experience coaching club volleyball.
- Assisted with FCVC boys 13U-16U program that won National silver and bronze medals along with multiple OVA medal finishes
- Head coached FCVC boys 14U-15U program that won multiple OVA medals and achieved Premier ranking in the province
- High school and University varsity athlete in fencing
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Success is never final, failure is never fatal, and it's courage that count. (John Wooden)
- Travis WintjesFCVC Baobab (Boys 18U)
Played and coached at high school, club, and university level.
- Member of Western University Men's Volleyball team
- Assistant coach for FVC Boys 17U and 18U teams
- Assistant coach for Western University Men's Volleyball team
NCCP Development Coach (in training)
Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do. (John Wooden)