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Cape Coast Board of Directors

President: Connie Denaburg

Connie has been the director of Cape Coast Volleyball Club for 14 years. She began her coaching career at Merritt Island High School in 1995 as the varsity coach and led them to a 5 straight Cape Coast Conference Titles in the late 1990's and early 2000's. They were District Champs her last 5 years through 2001. She led them to a state finalist appearance in 2001 and finished top 8 in the state for another 3 years. Connie has been coaching club volleyball for approximately 10 years along with her director duties. She has coached 18's, 16's, 13's and now concentrates her efforts on getting the younger ages involved in local leagues, camps and clinics year round. She is currently a 10 & under coach for Cape Coast Volleyball Club. Prior to starting her coaching career, she participated in beach volleyball for eight years and USAV indoor volleyball for ten years. Connie graduated from Carson-Newman College in Tennessee with a B.S. in Accounting and a B.S. in Recreation while playing four years of volleyball and tennis for the Lady Eagles. She later earned an MBA from Nova University and spent ten years working as an accountant at Kennedy Space Center. Connie resides in Merritt Island with her husband Dan and their four children Karly, Mason, Lexy and Brady.

 

Vice President:

Secretary: Donna Klein

Treasurer: Becky Smith

Board of Director: Daren Bolton

Board of Director: Pam Vanderveer

Board of Director: Terry Williams

Media Guide: Tina Csori

Travel Coordinator: Mindy Smith

Web Designer: Mindy Smith 

 

Barrett, Patrick:  Patrick Barrett has been coaching volleyball locally since 1991. He has taken teams to the high school state tournament while coaching at Melbourne Central Catholic. Patrick also has seven years coaching experience at the collegiate level where his players have earned All Conference honors. He has been coaching club volleyball since 1992 with Harbor City Juniors, Brevard Elite, and Cape Coast. He assisted with the Cape Coast 18's team at USAV Nationals in 2000. Patrick is a USAV Cap Level II certified and is a member of the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA). Pat is currently the head coach at Holy Trinity Episcopal High School.

Bauer, Samantha: Samantha Bauer- played volleyball for 6 years at Cocoa Beach JR/SR High School.  She coached the Freshman volleyball team at Cocoa Beach High School.  The team finished with a new school record, both for the best record and the most wins in a row.  Age 21 Elementary Education major at the University of Central Florida , graduating May 2009.  

Bierman Leslie:

Billman Brooke Brooke Billman currently 17 years old, has been playing volleyball since the eighth grade. She is currently a junior at Satellite High School and this is her first season coaching. She has played indoor Cape Coast Volleyball for three years and Cape Coast Beach volleyball for one, this upcoming summer will be her second. She played for her high school for two years and this year returned to her original sport of competitive swimming. She has a younger sister who has been playing volleyball for two and half years and aspires to play at the College level someday. Brooke has participated in many volleyball camps, including “Gold Medal Squared” and “Mel’s Volleyball 101”. Brooke loves coaching and says the game of volleyball has a whole new meaning to her now. She’s excited about this upcoming season and her number one goal as a coach is to share her love for the wonderful game of volleyball with her girls. She plans to attend a Florida college and play intramural volleyball there. She is currently undecided on the degree she will pursue.

Bolton, Daren: Daren has played volleyball for over 18 years.  Some of his experience comes from playing indoors, yet the majority of his time has been spent outdoors, playing 2-man beach volleyball.  He plays beach volleyball weekly and has entered into many tournaments throughout Florida .  He coaches JV Volleyball at Rockledge High School and is Assistant Coach for the Varsity team.  This will be his 4th year coaching at Cape Coast , heeding great results, with several tournament wins with all his teams.  This past summer, Daren had the opportunity to return as the Director for CCVCʼs Beach Volleyball league.  This was the second season for Beach and participation more than quadrupled, from the first season, with over 80 participants.  The season was a great success, with teams coming from other clubs, such as OVA, Ignite and Inland to participate in our tournaments.  He received his Impact training in 2007.

Bolton, Sherri: This will be Sherri’s third year as an Assistant Coach at Cape Coast .  She serves as an assistant to the Coach of the team, her husband Daren.  Her past volleyball experience has mostly been from watching and supporting her daughter as she plays for the Varsity team at Edgewood Jr. /Sr. High, where she is a Team Mom.  Between Cape Coast , Cape Coast Beach and High school volleyball, she stay’s active in the sport and continues to learn. 

Callenberger, Peggy: I started my volleyball career playing in San Diego , both high school and  Juniors.  I  played at Northern Arizona University , Div I, 85-88.   Overall I have 10 years of playing experience and 10 years of coaching.  I began coaching in Michigan at Our Lady Star of the Sea- 3rd-8th grades.  I was Head Coach at Regina High School in Detroit Michigan and also coached Grosse Pointe AAU 13 and 14 under.  Upon moving to Florida , I was Head Coach at New Smyrna Beach HS for two years and also coached 14u with Florida Elite for a season.  This will be my third season with Cape Coast Cape Coast is an outstanding club and I am honored to be a part of the staff.  

Dow, Bob: This is my first season being a coach.  I have always loved volleyball and have played leagues off and on since high school.  My older two daughters wanted to learn the sport and I'm excited to inspire and teach all the girls in the 10’s league.  My goal is to help them grow as players while enjoying the process  

Endlich, Jackie: Jackie started playing volleyball at the summer clinics that Connie Denaburg ran at the Merritt Island High School , at age 10.  She started her first season of Cape Coast Volleyball Club at age 12. Throughout her years of training, she had coaches such as, Robert Hansen, Hans Holtkamp, Pete Klonowski, and of course Connie Denaburg. Jackie played JV, and Varsity at Merritt Island from 1999-2001. She finished up high school playing for Marathon High School , in the Florida Keys . Jackie was scheduled to play for Hunter   College in Manhattan , but declined to attend Florida Atlantic University , in Boca Raton .  She did not end up playing collegic volleyball.  She recently joined coach Daren Bolten to help run the summer beach league in 2008. She is actively playing beach volleyball, and doing tournaments. She loves to coach, watching her kids develop skills is most rewarding. Reminding her of her accomplishments that CCVB helped her achieve as a player, she is excited to be back now as a coach.  

Ednie, StephanieI am a senior at Viera High school and I've played volleyball for four years. I began volleyball as a freshman at Rockledge High where I played on the freshman team. I was transferred to Viera High school where I've played on the varsity level for the past three years. I was captain for two of those three years. I played Cape Coast volleyball for two years. After high school I plan to go to college to become a math teacher.

Friedman AlyssaAlyssa Friedman is 18 years old and has been playing volleyball since the fifth grade.  She played at Divine Mercy through eighth grade and four years at Merritt Island High, two years being a varsity letterman. She has also been been playing Cape Coast since her eighth grade year.  She has volunteered coaching many times, including previously for Cape Coast , and hopes to major in education in her upcoming college years so she can not only teach, but become a head coach at whatever school she may teach. 

Foster, LindsayBorn and raised in Brevard County , Lindsay has six years of volleyball playing experience.  She played NCAA Division II Volleyball at Florida Institute of Technology for four years where she earned a B.A. in Forensic Psychology.  She is in her third year of coaching club at Cape Coast and also played for the club from 2002-2004.  Lindsay has coached several summer volleyball camps over the last five years, including the UCF Girls Camp Summer 2008.  She is currently the assistant varsity coach at Titusville High School and a substitute teacher for Brevard County Schools, working towards a full-time position as a teacher.  Lindsay makes her home in the city of Cocoa with her fiancé Chaz Tipton.  

Gomez, LindaLinda began her coaching career in South Florida over 20 years ago.  After earning several district and regional titles, and a trip to the state volleyball series, she and her family moved to Indialantic and have lived there for over 6 years. After three successful seasons at Brevard Community College in Melbourne , she accepted the head volleyball coaching position at Satellite High School , helping them earn their first Class 5A District title in thirteen years. She has been at SHS for three years.  Linda earned a BS degree in Physical Education from Florida State University and teaches at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy. She will complete her MS degree in Educational Leadership this summer.  Linda has earned her CAP I, CAP II, and CAP III coaching certification for USA volleyball. She is also a certified IMPACT Instructor teaching entry level volleyball coaches for the USAV Florida Region.  Linda has attended many coaching clinics, including the USA High Performance Coaching Clinic in Colorado , and the Gold Medal Squared Coaching Clinic. She has run many camps and clinics, and is currently training coaches through "Get Set", a coaches mentoring program she has designed for local Brevard County coaches. Linda and her husband John have three children, Katie, Johnny and Sveta.

Goossens, RachelBorn in Palm Beach County , Rachel started her volleyball career playing for The King’s Academy. She played club for Palm Beach Juniors and Volei-Tech Volleyball Academy . At The King’s Academy she served as captain her junior and senior years, leading her team to a state championship in 2006. Some awards include Palm Beach 1st team All-area, 1st team all county, 3rd team All American, and MVP of her state championship team. Rachel is now pursuing a Sports Management degree from UCF and enjoys sharing her passion for volleyball with others. This will be her first year as a head coach.

Guinn, Jim: Jim is beginning his fourth year as a coach for Cape Coast Volleyball Club.  He has experience as a beach player and also coaches for Space Coast High School .  His 2008 freshman team finished with 13 wins and 2 losses.  Jim has been a strength and conditioning coach for Cape Coast , for the Washington Nationals rookie team, and for several Div I collegiate athletic departments. He received his Impact training in 2007.  

Haight JenThis is Jennifer Haight's first year as head coach at Cape Coast .   Jennifer grew up in a small town in the state of Minnesota .  She got married and moved to Florida in 1997 and has resided in the Brevard County area ever since.  She has three children, 2 boys and one girl.  Jennifer played volleyball along with gymnastics, softball and basketball all through her school years. She was also involved in a volleyball club that traveled all over Minnesota for 3 years.  She still enjoys playing any chance she gets for league and co-ed, for any sport. 

Hansen, Robert: Rob Hansen is in his 12th year as a coach in club volleyball. Rob has 10 years of Head Coaching experience with Cape Coast Volleyball and Space Coast Volleyball as well as 5 years as an assistant coach with Cape Coast Volleyball Club and Space Coast Juniors. Rob as been the head coach of Merritt Island ’s Junior Varsity Volleyball team for five years (13-0 record in 2008) and varsity assistant coach (4 time defending Cape Coast Conference champions). In 2008,  Rob’s 16-Regional team finished ranked 15th in the Florida USAV Region.  Their best finishes were finished T-3rd in the Florida Region AAU tournament and T-5th in the Florida Region USAV Club division and 33rd (out of 164 teams) in the Big South USAV Qualifier.  Rob’s CCVC travel and regional teams have finished with better than a 70% match winning percentage. Rob received his Volleyball IMPACT training prior to the 1998 season, in 1999 received his Coaching Accreditation Program (CAP) level I certification, and completed his CAP level 2 training in 2005.

Heddlesten, Steve: Steve has been involved with volleyball in Brevard County , either playing or coaching, for many years.  He is in his eleventh season coaching club volleyball for Space Coast / Cape Coast Volleyball Club. During his years with the Cape Coast Volleyball Club, Steve has concentrated primarily on coaching the 14’s, 15’s and/or 16’s National Teams.  In the year 2006, his 14 National Team went to the Big South National Qualifier in Atlanta , and placed ninth in the Club Division. In 2002 and 2003, Steve was an assistant coach for the Rockledge Raiders Varsity volleyball team; from 2004 through 2007, he was an assistant coach at Florida Tech University ; he is currently the head coach of the Junior Varsity and associate head coach of the Varsity program at Holy Trinity Episcopal High School.  Steve is USAV CAP Level II certified and a member of the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA).

Hillard Kaysha:  Kaysha Hilliard graduated from Webber International University this past year. During her two years she helped pitch for there softball team.  Before transferring to WIU she also attended Brevard Comminuity College for two years, during her time at BCC she played both volleyball and softball as well.  Currently, outside of Cape Coast Volleyball she is the assistant softball coach at Palm Bay High School.

Holtkamp, Hans:  Hans Holtkamp, USAV Power 16-1 Coach - Hans played indoor USAV volleyball from 1987-1990 and then moved his game to the beach for eight years playing beach doubles tournaments around the state of Florida. He began his coaching career as an assistant varsity coach at Titusville , then moved to Astronaut High School for 3 years as a varsity assistant coach and JV volleyball coach. Hans makes his home in Titusville and this is his sixth year as a club volleyball coach, the past 3 years with CCVC. He is CAP I certified through USAV

Klonowski, Pete:  Pete was a member of the University of Evansville Volleyball Club from 1983-1987.  He competed in Open level indoor and beach tournaments for over ten years.  Pete coached at Merritt Island High School from 1997-1998 and again from 2000-2002.  He was assistant head coach when the Lady Mustangs were the 2001 Class 4A State Finalist.  Pete is in his sixth year coaching for Cape Coast Volleyball Club.  He was worked primarily as the head coach of either the 18 National or 15 National teams.  He and his wife Lisa have three children, Hannah age 9 ½, Jack age 7 and Ava 2 ½ years old.

Konopnicki, Megan: Megan, who comes from Texas , is in her third year of coaching at Cape Coast .  Her 14 years of playing experience includes 7 years at the club level.  She completed her fourth year of scholarship volleyball at Florida Tech – the last two as captain.  She also captained her high school team to two Texas state playoff berths and went to Nationals twice with the North Dallas Juniors Volleyball Club (16’s and 18’s). Her coaching experience includes numerous camps in Texas and Florida , and taking a Plano city summer league 12’s team to the city championship.  She is the varsity volleyball coach and teaches middle school science at Space Coast Jr/Sr High School.  

Lamarca, BrittanyI played volleyball for Merritt Island High School under Rob Hansen and Angie Patrick for four years. I have also played Cape Coast for 3 years. I helped win two of the conference district championships for Merritt Island . I am coaching the Freshman volleyball team for Merritt Island High School . I am currently a Sophomore at Brevard Community College studying to get my A.S. as a Paralegal.  

Landow, Kristi: Kristi was born in New Jersey , but grew up in Titusville Fl. She played four years of Varsity Softball and two years of Varsity Volleyball in High School. She received many awards throughout her high school career including MVP and Scholar Athlete 2 years in a row. After graduation Kristi accepted a scholarship to play softball for BCC.  Following graduation from BCC she went to UCF to study Psychology. She has now been coaching club volleyball since 2007. Kristi currently resides in Melbourne where she works full time and coaches High School softball for MCC. 

Murray, EricEric is beginning his second year as a coach for Cape Coast Volleyball Club.  He is also coaching at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic School in Indialantic.  He has been playing Volleyball for over 28 years.  He grew up in Puerto Rico where he played JV and Varsity in High School winning several high school tournaments and becoming one of the top high school teams in PR . Eric is also helping Cape Coast Volleyball Club athletes in the area of sports conditioning.  He is an experienced certified personal trainer with over 12 years of experience helping athletes and non-athletes of all ages and fitness levels to reach their goals safely and effectively.  

Muzzi, Tavia: Tavia Muzzi has been coaching volleyball for seven years and played volleyball since Jr. High School.  In college Tavia played on the first Baylor Women’s Club Volleyball team which began her Junior year for two years. Check out the website: http://www3.baylor.edu/rec_sports/club_sports/womens_volleyball/main.html .  Tavia coached volleyball for two years while in college at Reicher Catholic High School along with basketball, one year at Carter Junior High along with basketball & track, two years at Tupelo High School along with track, Mississippi State Volleyball Camps for one summer, and is currently coaching volleyball (two years) and softball (first year) at Cocoa High School where she teaches AP Human Geography and World History.  This year will be Tavia’s second year to coach with Cape Coast Volleyball.

Nie, Mekenzie:   Mekenzie was born and raised in Melbourne Fl. She played four years of Varsity Volleyball in High School. She also played club volleyball for CCVC for four years. After graduation Mekenzie went to BCC and was coaching the J.V. volleyball team for her local high school. She has now been coaching club volleyball since 2005. Mekenzie has coached the 14’s, 16’s, and 17’s age levels.  After coaching the 14’s age level, 5 out of 8 girls made the Junior Varsity team at their High School and 1 out of 8 made Varsity at their High School as freshman. Mekenzie currently resides in Melbourne where she works full time and is attending college to receive a B.A. in Organizational Management.

Patrick, Angie:  Angie Patrick grew up in Wisconsin where her family still lives. Her high school team won a state championship her senior year. She attended college at Florida Tech, receiving a BS in Science Education/Biology. Angie was a 4- year starter for the Florida Tech Panthers and in 1996 was named Female Scholar-Athlete of the year. Her senior year she named to the Sunshine State All-Conference team. She has coached for the Harbor City Juniors (4 years), Daytona Beach Juniors (3 years), Embry-Riddle University assistant coach (2 years), and is has been the head coach at Merritt Island High School for 6 years. Merritt Island volleyball had a four-peat season this year winning district and conference undefeated for four years in a row. Angie was named the Cape Coast and All-Space Coast coach of the year for 2005 & 2006. Angie and her husband Ron have a 5 year old daughter Jordyn, 2 year old son Shane, and two dogs Swish and Hunter.

Powers, Dominique: I am new to the state of Florida and glad to be here! My volleyball experience started in Houston , Texas . I started playing volleyball in middle school and continued to play Varsity in high school. Soon I joined Club Texas .  I was awarded a volleyball scholarship to be the libero at the University of Tennessee of Chattanooga . I have been coaching summer volleyball since 1997 for Debbie Sokol Volleyball camps. This year is my 2nd year of coaching high school volleyball. I am currently the Junior Varsity coach for Eau Gallie high school. Husband: Tim Powers.

Rosa, Candi: Graduated from Astronaut High School ; won State Championship senior year and State runner-up junior year.  Some Awards/Honors include:  Team Captain, Most Valuable Player, FACA Player of the Year, All Cape Coast Conference Team.  Went on to play collegiate volleyball for 4 years, 2 years at Brevard Community College and 2 years at University of Central Florida .  Team captain senior year at both colleges.  Played several years of Beach volleyball; went on to be the Head Varsity Volleyball Coach at Astronaut High School for 2 years.  Has been coaching for CCVC for 5 years.  Physical Education Teacher at Madison Middle School for 8 years. Coaches the girls basketball team and track team there for 6 years; lives in Titusville with husband, Jose and 2 children, Derek age 16 and Kiersten age 11, who has played CCVC volleyball for 5 years.

Sememko, Kelly:  Kelly Semenko has been playing volleyball for 19 years and coaching for 13 years.  Her coaching began as a student assistant at Palm Bay High.  Kelly has coached at all age levels. She has coached 4 years at Cape Coast, 2 years at OVA, and 2 years at Brevard Community College to name a few. Kelly has been raised here local and has played for Palm Bay High, Brevard Community College and Embry Riddle University .

Sirounis, Michelle: This will be Mrs. Sirounis’ first season coaching club volleyball. She coached middle school volleyball in Palm Beach County for 12 years making it every year to the Championship level. Both of her daughter’s played volleyball one winning a State Title and the other played for Cape Coast and currently dives for Florida State . Mrs. Sirounis was a diver herself and currently coaches for Viera High School . She works as a Physical Education Teacher in Merritt Island . Coach Sirounis is an Instructor Trainer for the Red Cross for CPR and First Aid..

Smith, Mindy: Mindy has been involved with Cape Coast Volleyball Club for seven years. The last five years she was instrumental in developing the CCVC website and supporting all the tournament travel for the club. She received her Impact Certification for coaching in March 2007. She will be assisting with the 14 National Team this year, as she begins her coaching career with Cape Coast Volleyball Club J.

Smith, Sarah: Sarah is currently a student at BCC and will have her AA in December of this year. After attaining her AA she wants to transfer to UCF or FSU to pursue a 4 year degree in nursing. She has played volleyball for 5 years, 3 of which we for Cape Coast and Eau Gallie High School . This is her first year as a head coach, but has been an assistant for the past two years.

Sykes, Sarah:  Sarah Sykes grew up in Brevard County and went to Satellite High School where she played volleyball and tennis. She was the 2-time Cape Coast Volleyball Player of the Year and 4-time Tennis Player of the Year. Sarah then received a full volleyball scholarship to the University of Kentucky . At UK Sarah holds the record for most kills in a single match, is among the top three in Kentucky history in Kills, Attempts, Digs and Aces. Sarah decided to stay in Kentucky and receive her Masters in Education while coaching the Lexington Select 17's National Team. Sarah has been the Head Varsity Coach at Viera High School for past 3 years. Sarah is married to Joshua Sykes, teacher and basketball coach at Viera High School , they live in Satellite Beach with their dog Sammy and are expecting their first child in January.

Tokumoto, Herbert: Place of Birth: Honolulu Hi.  Age: 53 Male Height:5’7”
Played Volleyball from 1971- Current
Played in USAF (1976-1990) USAF Volleyball Team 1978-1979
Locations: California, Japan, Korea, Germany, Guam, Hawaii
Coaching Experience: 2000 – 2004  Rockledge Head Coach,   2005 - 2007 assistant coach at Merritt Island Christian School (MICS), 

2007 – 2008 assistant at Brevard Community College (BCC), 2008 - Current Head Coach at Brevard Community College , 8th yr Cape Coast Volleyball Club. Started playing volleyball in 1971 when it was not a popular sport, played indoors and beach till I went into the Air Force. The type of job I had offered me the opportunity to travel all over the world. I was able to play with and learn from some of the best players and coaches in the world, I’ve lived here in Florida for the past 18yrs playing indoors and beach. Cap 1 and Impact certified 8th year coaching for cape coast.  

 

Tokumoto, Kim:   Kim was born and raised in Merritt Island , graduating from MIHS in 1983, she graduated from  Barry University with a degree in psychology.  She has assisted on various Cape Coast teams from  2000-present.  Kim also assisted her husband Herb coach volleyball at Rockledge High School from 2000-0004 and is currently volunteering for the Brevard Community College Lady Titan Volleyball Team.  She is a volunteer for the American Red Cross  and certified instructor in emergency response, first aid and cpr and lifeguarding.  Kim is USAV CAP I certified.

   

Weekley, TyThis is my first season being a head coach.  I was an assistant coach on a 10’s team this past short season.  My interest in volleyball started 6 years ago when my oldest daughter started playing at the high school and club level. She is the reason that my youngest daughter has such a passion for this sport.  Since her sister has gone off to college, I’m hoping to help keep that passion alive by coaching in the 10’s league.  I look forward to developing these young girl’s skills.

Wood, Cordelia (Coco):  Coco is in her sixth year with the club.  Her former Cape Coast players continue to achieve success in their school programs and many continue to play with the club and progress to the next level.  In addition to coaching, she continues to run clinics, camps and leagues for the club and as Boys Coordinator is currently working to get boys added to the club.  She has many years of experience as a coach and as a player of the game.  Since moving to Florida she has assisted at Florida Tech and Brevard Community College as well as coaching with the club.  A member of the American Volleyball Coaches Association, she started her coaching career in Virginia , where she coached first at the high school level and then at the collegiate level.  Conference Coach of the Year her third season as a collegiate head coach, she had several players receive All-Conference and All-Tournament honors under her tutelage.  A member of the All-Region Selection Committee for her NCAA division’s South Region for three years she also coached the East Team at the Virginia State Games two years.  She founded and directed two separate youth volleyball clubs, directed numerous camps and clinics for youth and adults, and was recognized by The Women’s Sports Foundation for Outstanding Achievements in Women’s Sports in 1993.  She has attended several coaching clinics and is IMPACT, CAP Level I & II certified.  She is a former Director of the Tidewater Volleyball Association and has been a Tournament Director for indoor and outdoor events.  As a player, she participated in outdoor (beach and grass) volleyball and indoor USAV tournament play throughout the 1980’s and 1990’s with great success and was invited to tryout for the World University Games in 1983.

Worcester, Jeff: Jeff is in his third year with Cape Coast and his seventh year coaching volleyball. He spent two years as an assistant varsity and JV coach at Hawthorne High School outside of Gainesville , two years as a varsity coach at Hawthorne High School , one year as JV coach at Edgewood, and two years as head coach of Edgewood 's Varsity team. He played volleyball in high school in Orlando when it was still rare; the high school teams were considered club teams and, though very competitive, had no state-sponsored playoffs. He teaches English at Edgewood HS.

 

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