U15 GOld
Mandy Madill - Co-Coach
Hometown: (I moved a lot!) I grew up in Georgia, Utah, Florida, Texas, and moved to Olympia, WA in 10th grade, and graduated from Olympia High School.
Playing Experience: 4 years varsity - 3 sport athlete in volleyball, basketball, and track. I was a track athlete in college. I was recruited for volleyball, and to this day, my biggest life regret was choosing track over volleyball!
Coaching Experience: I coached volleyball at Olympia High School before having my 5 kids, then coached middle school after having kids for the last several years.
Hobbies/Interests outside of Volleyball: Hiking, paddle boarding, reading, & backpacking.
What do you love most about Oly Reign?: I love how Oly Reign has a culture that feels really supportive and inclusive. It feels like a family.
Laurie Creighton - Co-Coach
Hometown: Bellevue, WA
Playing Experience: Limited to intramural/club and outdoor doubles, since I became interested around time Title IX passed.
Coaching Experience: 44 years of specifically volleyball, 43 of which were the varsity level at Olympia High School. During that time, OHS made 24 state tournament appearances; earned 16 top 8 finishes and two state titles.
Hobbies/Interests outside of Volleyball: Traveling, paddle boarding, and photography.
What do you love most about Oly Reign?: How it gives kids a chance to pursue their passion for volleyball and grow as players and people.