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COACHES

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COACHES

Emily Tran

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Assistant Coach 13 Navy

Where are you originally from? At what age did you start playing volleyball?

  • Eagan, MN. 10 years old

What position did you play?

  • Setter

What year did you start coaching?

  • 2022

Why do you enjoy coaching volleyball?

  • I started playing club volleyball when I was 12 years old. Reflecting on those early days, I realize how fortunate I was to grow up in a supportive and healthy environment as I did – Where teammates grew into lifelong friends and coaches are mentors whom I still talk to today. Almost everything I’ve learned about teamwork, accountability, and discipline was rooted in this sport.

    I feel obligated to give back in return for all the coaches who poured into me. Witnessing their love for the sport has filled me with so much joy. If I could impact one girl in the fraction that my former coaches impacted me, I would be so honored.

Hobbies outside of volleyball –

  • Golf, Pickleball, & my Ninja Creami