U12 DeveLOPMENTal
Aimee Graham - Head Coach
Hometown: Spokane, WA
Playing Experience: Aimee played varsity 3 seasons at North Central High School in Spokane. She was captain of the team that won the 1995 Washington 4A State Title. She played for various clubs in Spokane for 6 years.
After High School, Aimee went on to play Division I at Gonzaga University for 4 years and currently resides on the top 10 all time list for most digs (pre-libero). Post college, she continued to play beach, grass and indoor recreationally where ever possible.
Coaching Experience: Aimee started coaching right out of High School and has coached at every level except college for over 20 years on and off and recently came back after taking a number of years off to raise her two girls. She received the IHSAA coach of the year award in 2005 while coaching Moscow High School Varsity Volleyball Team to win the Idaho 3A State Title.
Hobbies/Interests outside of Volleyball: I have recently learned how to play pickleball and love it. I love doing anything active with my husband and two daughters like hiking, skiing and exploring new places.
What do you love most about Oly Reign?: Oly Reign is a competitive club that focuses on the whole athlete. Life skills, mental toughness, physical fitness and overall camaraderie are emphasized during each season. As a developmental coach I want to inspire the future athletes to love volleyball and life and become well rounded. Every situation is a learning opportunity for growth!
Lorissa Brose - Head Coach
Hometown: Maple Valley, WA
Playing Experience: I started playing volleyball in 7th grade. I played club volleyball at PSVBC then played at Central Washington University. I still enjoy playing here and there when my schedule allows.
Coaching Experience: I’ve coached for 12+ years and have coached C-Team all the way up to Varsity at River Ridge HS. I am currently the C-Team coach at Timberline HS. I’ve also coached my daughter for several seasons at the YMCA. This will be my first year coaching club volleyball and I’m super excited to dive in!!
Hobbies/Interests outside of Volleyball: I love spending time with my family, traveling, going to concerts, camping, hiking, working out, going to the beach, playing with my golden doodle, and making memories with family and friends!!
What do you love most about Oly Reign?: I love the opportunity it gives to kids to learn how to play volleyball and compete at a high level! As a first time coach at Oly Reign I’m excited to learn the culture of the club and be a part of everything!
Gail Kreiger - Asst. Coach
Hometown: Cumberland, Maryland
Playing Experience: Alderson-Broaddus College, West VA
Coaching Experience: Over 6 years with YMCA program
Hobbies/Interests outside of Volleyball: Gardening, baking bread for Thurston County food bank with "Community Loaves" organization, sewing, & embroidering.
What do you love most about Oly Reign?: Their commitment to developing players in supportive/family atmosphere.
Kendall McNeely - Asst. Coach
Hometown: Lacey, Washington
Playing Experience: 5 years with Oly Reign Volleyball Club.
Coaching Experience: 2 years of coaching with the YMCA.
Hobbies/Interests outside of Volleyball: Outside of volleyball I am also a varsity cheerleader and enjoy shopping and hanging out with my friends and family.
What do you love most about Oly Reign?: What I love most about Oly Reign is the positive and fun coaching environment.
Ellie Johnson - Asst. Coach
Hometown: Olympia, WA
Playing Experience: Club volleyball at Oly Reign for 6 years, 1 year of beach volleyball at Dakine
Coaching Experience: Local camps
Hobbies/Interests outside of Volleyball: hiking, paddle boarding, traveling, spending time with friends/family.
What do you love most about Oly Reign?: How it feels like family and all the connections it brings you.