Coaching Staff

Knoxville 15 Yellow Head Coach

Abby began her volleyball journey in 4th grade, transitioned to Club Unite in 8th grade, and has spent the next eight years developing her skills with Club Unite, competing on National teams. She played on the college level at Walters State and Johnson University. Abby coached a premier travel team for the 2024-2025 season. Graduating from the University of Tennessee, she is currently a 4th-grade teacher.

Lakeway 17 LW GRAY Head Coach

I am currently attending Carson-Newman University, where I’m studying Biochemistry. I’ve played both beach and indoor volleyball throughout my life, including one year of collegiate beach competition. I’m excited to step into this coaching role and share my love for the game with my players.

Knoxville 15 Teal Head Coach

My name is Baylie Moore, and I’m originally from Menifee, California, but now live in Knoxville, Tennessee, where I attend Johnson University. I have been playing volleyball for nearly six years, primarily as a Middle Hitter and Right-Side. I’m thrilled to be part of Club Unite and to have the opportunity to coach and mentor such amazing young athletes!

Knoxville 13 Blue Head Coach

I have been playing volleyball since the age of 10, including three years with Club Unite during my club career. I went on to compete at the collegiate level, playing two years at Walters State before graduating from the University of Tennessee. My favorite part of coaching is watching athletes grow and develop both on and off the court. I am excited to return to Club Unite this season as part of the coaching staff.

Knoxville 14 Gray Head Coach

I am currently attending Johnson University, where I am double-majoring in Bible and Sports and Fitness Leadership while also competing on the volleyball team. Before college, I played at Seymour High School and spent two seasons with Club Unite, as well as one season competing in beach volleyball. On the court, I play both right side and middle.

Knoxville 14 Royal Head Coach

My name is Chloe Brown, and I’m currently attending Pellissippi State, where I’m pursuing a degree in Animal Science. I’ve been playing volleyball for six years, competing for Bearden High School and Club Unite, and now continuing my career at Pellissippi. I’m excited to step into the role of coaching—being able to watch these girls grow as athletes in both skill and confidence, but also as individuals learning the life lessons that volleyball has to offer.

Knoxville 14 Navy Head Coach

I played travel volleyball with Club Unite all four years of high school, and I loved working with different coaches each year—learning not just volleyball skills, but valuable life lessons along the way. I can’t wait to give these girls the same experience. I’m currently a freshman at PSTCC, pursuing a degree in pre-med, and I’m excited to teach players how to develop their skills, enjoy the game, and build confidence both on and off the court.

Knoxville 17 Blue Head Coach

Hi, I’m Claire! Volleyball has been a big part of my life since grade school. I played both school and club ball throughout high school in the Memphis area and kept the game going with intramurals in college. Most recently, I’ve coached a local club team and loved watching players grow—both on and off the court.

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Lakeway Top 17s Team (16/17)

Devyn Bayes is in her second year with Club Unite, bringing a wealth of coaching and teaching experience to the program. She spent eight years coaching at the collegiate level, working with both NCAA Division II and Division III programs, and has more than 15 years of experience running youth volleyball camps for middle and high school athletes. Currently, she teaches at Jefferson Elementary, where her passion for education and mentoring extends seamlessly onto the volleyball court.

I am from Camden, Tennessee and I currently play volleyball at Pellissippi State Community College as a middle blocker. I am studying communications, and I am excited to take on this season.

Lakeway 14 LW GRAY Head Coach

Knoxville 14 Gold Head Coach

I started playing volleyball in 4th grade with Club Unite. I played through middle school for Cedar Bluff and continued with Club Unite travel teams, as well as my freshman year of high school at HVA. Although a club team I tried out for in my junior year was canceled due to the pandemic, a recreational class at UT reminded me how much I love the sport and being part of the volleyball community.

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Knoxville 17 National Assistant Coach

(additionally assisting other teams)

I started playing volleyball at 11 and was part of Club Unite from its very first year, competing through high school before injuries shifted my path toward coaching. I began with in-house leagues, later coaching the 18 National team alongside my dad, and now I’m entering my 4th year of travel coaching with Club Unite.

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Knoxville 15 Gold Head Coach

I am currently a student at the University of Tennessee–Knoxville, pursuing a Pre-Pharmacy track. Originally from Roanoke, Virginia, I played volleyball throughout middle and high school, competing in both school and club programs. This will be my first season coaching, and I am thrilled about the opportunity to be part of Club Unite!

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Knoxville 17 National Head Coach

Whether she is coaching a National team, directing beach players, guiding prospective collegiate athletes in their journey to find the right fit, or leading positional training sessions, Erika approaches each task with the same competitive passion and determination to help players elevate their game.

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Lakeway 14 LW NAVY Head Coach

I played volleyball at CDHS and competed in club volleyball with Ahava before beginning my coaching career. I am currently coaching at Towering Oaks Christian School and previously coached at Freedom Christian Academy in Fayetteville, NC. Alongside coaching, I am pursuing a master’s degree in forensic science

Knoxville 16 Yellow Head Coach

Coach Greer grew up playing high school and club volleyball in Franklin, TN, and went on to compete with the University of Tennessee’s club program. She is currently the head coach for the high school team at Grace Christian Academy while also serving as a social worker for Knox County Schools. With experience coaching across multiple age groups at Club Unite, her most recent role was leading the 15 Premier team last season. This will be Greer's 3rd season coaching for CU.

I am entering my fourth year coaching with Club Unite and have also coached one season at White Pine. I played and coached for Revolution, competed with multiple club teams, and played two years at West High School. I love developing young athletes, teaching them new skills, and watching their passion for the sport grow! This will be Hannah's 4th season coaching for CU.

Lakeway 12 LW GRAY Head Coach

I’m excited to begin my journey with Club Unite! I’ve been involved in volleyball for the past two years and quickly became hooked on the sport. My experience extends beyond volleyball, as I’ve also been involved with a variety of athletic programs—from wrestling to Paralympic softball—which has strengthened my appreciation for teamwork, adaptability, and athlete development.

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Knoxville 14 Teal Head Coach

My name is Jackie, and I am a dedicated volleyball coach passionate about creating a supportive and competitive environment where athletes can grow in skill, confidence, and character—both on and off the court. I began my volleyball journey playing at Clinton High School, an experience that sparked my love for the game and inspired my commitment to developing young athletes.

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Knoxville 13 Teal Head Coach

My name is Jason McAuliffe, and I am excited to begin my club volleyball coaching career with Club Unite this season. My love for the game began nine years ago when my oldest daughter tried out for her middle school volleyball team, sparking what has become a true passion for coaching. Since then, I have been dedicated to coaching middle school athletes and am now in my second year at Hardin Valley Middle School.

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Knoxville 12 Gray Head Coach

Volleyball has been a major part of my life for nearly 15 years. I grew up playing both school and club volleyball near Jackson, TN, and kept the game going through intramurals at Tennessee Tech and in local recreational leagues after graduation. I’m thrilled to begin my first season coaching with Club Unite and to share my love for the game with a new generation of players.

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Administrative Assistant

My family and I recently relocated from Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Oak Ridge. I have been in education for 15 years—twelve years in early childhood and the last four teaching English and Math at the elementary level. When I’m not in the gym, I enjoy baking, spending time outdoors, and fostering kittens.

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Knoxville 18s Head Coach / Knoxville 16 Blue Head Coach

John’s passion for shaping young athletes goes far beyond the game—it’s about building confident, connected, and inspired individuals. Now in his 9th year with Club Unite, he’s worn many hats: head coach, positional trainer, in-house league leader, and all-around champion for our players’ growth. John assisted Club Unite on an overseas mission trip to Costa Rica, where he not only served the community but also led transformative volleyball clinics that exposed the young players to new cultures.

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Knoxvile 15 Gray Head Coach

I’m so excited to be coaching this season! I am currently a junior at the University of Tennessee–Knoxville, majoring in Kinesiology with a minor in Sport Management. I grew up in East Greenbush, New York, where I played multiple sports, but volleyball has always been my passion. I competed for both my high school team and my club team, Team LVC, and the sport has been a big part of my life for many years.

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Knoxville 13 Gold Head Coach

I am entering my sixth year of coaching, including my fifth with Club Unite, and I couldn’t be more excited! I recently graduated from Maryville College, where I played volleyball all four years, and spent time overseas after graduation exploring the sport and continuing to play at a high level.

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Knoxville 13 Navy Head Coach

I am beginning my second year of travel volleyball coaching with Club Unite this season, after completing my first season coaching middle school volleyball this fall. My journey with Club Unite began in 2021, when my daughter decided to try volleyball and I co-coached a fall league team. That experience reminded me of how much I love the game. Since then, volleyball has become an even bigger part of our family—my older daughter has completed three club seasons and my younger daughter just finished her second.

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Lakeway 14 LW TEAL Head Coach

Lakeway 14 LW GOLD Head Coach

Lakeway 14 LW GOLD Head Coach

My name is LB Jordan, and I am currently attending and playing volleyball at Walters State Community College. I’ve been playing volleyball for eight years and am pursuing a degree in Psychology. My goal for this season is to help my players grow not only in their volleyball skills but also as individuals—developing confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game along the way.

Knoxville 14 National Head Coach

With 10 years of club coaching experience, I am entering my sixth season as head coach at Grace Christian Academy. During my time at GCA, our program has earned one district championship, five consecutive region tournament appearances, and three state tournament appearances, compiling 92 career wins along the way.

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Knoxville 18s and 16 Premier Assistant Coach

I played volleyball for six years, starting in 6th grade, and quickly fell in love with the sport—the competition, the friendships, and especially the school and club tournaments hold some of my best memories.

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Knoxville 16 Gray Head Coach

I began my volleyball journey playing both school and club in Indiana, where I also discovered my love for coaching by leading a 9U team during high school. After graduation, I attended Indiana University and played club volleyball for two years before transitioning into coaching and managing the men’s club team for a year and a half.

Over the past nine years, I’ve coached a variety of sports—including volleyball, track, cross country, and girls basketball—but volleyball has always been my favorite. This is my sixth year coaching volleyball and my third season with Club Unite. I also serve as the head middle school coach at Grace Christian Academy and teach PE for 1st–8th grade.

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Lakeway 14 LW Blue Head Coach

I grew up in Michigan, where I fell in love with volleyball at a young age. After high school, I decided to focus on academics and transferred to Carson-Newman University, where I earned my degree in Biology and a master’s in Education.

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12 Gold Head Coach

Rebekah Blair is excited to be a part of the Club Unite coaching staff this season! With a passion for helping young athletes grow both on and off the court, Coach Rebekah strives to create a positive team atmosphere where players can learn the fundamentals of the game, support one another, and develop a winning mindset.

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Knoxville 13 Gray Head Coach

I began playing volleyball at the age of 7 in recreational leagues and continued throughout middle and high school, competing on school teams at Karns, leagues, and with the K2 travel program. During college, I had the privilege of coaching both a middle school team and a JV middle school team. After taking a short break to focus on teaching my wonderful 2nd graders, I returned to the sport last club season to coach a 13U team with another club.

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Lakeway 17 LW BLUE Head Coach

With nine years of coaching experience, I’m entering my fourth year with Club Unite. Outside the gym, I work as the Marketing Coordinator at Rehab Group Physical Therapy and as a Girl Scout Recruiter. Life is full with two adorable daughters and two sweet pups.

Lakeway 18 LW GRAY Head Coach

I’m entering my second year coaching with Club Unite. Originally from Alabama, I spent the past three years coaching beach volleyball for the Birmingham Beach Volleyball Club, helping athletes grow in both skill and their love for the game. I am also entering my third year at Lincoln Memorial University, where I specialize as a libero. I’m excited to bring my collegiate playing experience into my coaching, guiding, and inspiring young athletes to reach their full potential both on and off the court.

Lakeway

I am excited to begin this season with Club Unite! I’ve been involved in the volleyball world for more than 20 years, including experience as both a club owner and club director. I’m excited for this new role journey at Club Unite. I can’t wait to cheer your girls on this season and watch them grow not only on the court, but off the court.

Lakeway 15 LW GRAY Head Coach

This is my fifth year with Club Unite and my third year coaching. I played collegiate volleyball as a middle blocker and right-side hitter at Johnson University, where I earned my B.A. in Business Administration. In addition to coaching, I serve as a TSSAA volleyball official and work as the Marketing Manager at Valley Forge Inn.

Knoxville 16 Gold Head Coach

I am currently obtaining my degree from Johnson University, where I also competed on the volleyball team. I have been coaching for a year and have found it incredibly rewarding. I’m passionate about creating an environment where athletes can grow, enjoy the game, and have fun while developing their skills. Last season, I served as the head coach for Club Unite.

I began playing volleyball at 14 years old at Newbury Park High School in California, where I spent one year on Frosh/Soph before moving up as a Varsity starter for the next three years as an outside hitter. Alongside school ball, I played four years of club with Beachbones and Spectrum Volleyball Club, competing each season in the Junior Nationals Open Division and earning two medals.

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