2026-2027 Coaching Staff
Interested in joining our team? Email Jessica: [email protected]
Interested in joining our team? Email Jessica: [email protected]
The CYVBC Surge coaching staff is made up of experienced, passionate, and dedicated leaders who are committed to helping every athlete grow on and off the court. Our coaches bring years of competitive playing experience combined with extensive coaching backgrounds across USAV/OVR, OHSAA, GGCL, CHL, GWAC, and more. Many of our staff are/were college athletes, club alumni, and educators, with a deep understanding of the game, player development, and teamwork. They have a proven track record of success and they focus not only on volleyball skills but also on building confidence, resilience, and a love for the sport. Whether working with our youngest players or preparing older athletes for college, our coaches strive to create a supportive and challenging environment where every player can grow, achieve, and take pride in their progress. With a combined passion, experience, and dedication, the Surge coaching team is ready to make the 2025-2026 season an exciting and rewarding year for all players!
Club Director and Coach Jessica Schloemer
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified NFHS Coaching Certificate OHSAA Coaching Certificate ASEP Certified
Personal Trainer Certificate |
Jessica is from Cincinnati, Ohio, and a 2017 graduate of Oak Hills High School. She went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus in Sports Marketing from Thomas More University in 2022, and she is currently pursuing her Master’s in Business Administration.
Jessica brings 9 years of playing experience, including 6 years at the competitive level. She has been part of the Surge family since 2017 and now proudly serves as the Club Director. Over the years, Jessica has coached across multiple leagues and organizations, including OHSAA, OVR, GGCL, CHL, and GWAC. Her coaching background includes serving as the Varsity Assistant Coach at Finneytown High School in 2019, where she helped lead the program to its winningest season in a decade. At Seton High School, Jessica held several roles: Freshman Head Coach (2021 and 2022), Junior Varsity Head Coach (2023 and 2024), and Varsity Assistant Coach (2024). As Club Director, Jessica is excited to continue working with all CYVBC Surge teams alongside the incredible coaching staff. She looks forward to another season of growth, teamwork, and success in the 2026–2027 year! Email: [email protected]
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Assistant Club Director and Coach Tim Schloemer
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified NFHS Coaching Certificate OHSAA Coaching Certificate |
Tim is a native of Cincinnati and a University of Cincinnati graduate. He and his wife have been married for over 20 years and have four daughters, all of whom play volleyball. Three of his daughters have played for CYVBC Surge, and his entire family has competed at the club, high school, and college levels.
Tim has over 20 years of experience playing competitive indoor and outdoor volleyball in men’s and coed leagues. He has coached for more than 15 years across multiple leagues, including OHSAA, OVR, GCL, GMC, GWAC, and OHYA. He began as the coordinator and lead coach of the Saint Jude girls volleyball program, overseeing more than 150 players and 15 coaches annually for five years. Tim has been coaching with CYVBC Surge for 10 years, leading teams that consistently place in the top 5 in the OVR and winning multiple OVR Championships in Columbus, Ohio. He has also coached for six years at Saint Xavier High School in the GCL and has experience coaching boys club volleyball. Tim looks forward to another successful season at CYVBC Surge, continuing to help athletes develop their skills, confidence, and love of the game!
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Coach Carly Schloemer
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified |
Carly is from Cincinnati, Ohio, and a 2022 graduate of Oak Hills High School, where she played volleyball all four years. She is currently in her fourth year at the University of Cincinnati, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a minor in Information Systems.
Carly has played club volleyball for nine seasons, eight of those with CYVBC Surge starting at age 10. She helped lead Surge to two OVR championships in 2017 and 2021 with Coach Natalie West, and with Coach Tim Schloemer as head coach. Now entering her fourth year as a coach with Surge, Carly is excited to continue helping athletes develop their skills, grow their confidence, and enjoy the game. She looks forward to an exciting season with the 14 Black and 15 Black teams and can’t wait to meet all her players!
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Coach T'Keyah Grier
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified NFHS Coaching Certificate OHSAA Coaching Certificate |
T’Keyah was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, and is a triple alumna of the University of Cincinnati, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Science, Master of Public Health, and PhD in Public Health Education. She currently works at UC as a program director and serves as adjunct faculty at the Blue Ash campus.
T’Keyah has been playing volleyball since 6th grade, including three years on her high school varsity team and club volleyball throughout high school and part of college. While she no longer plays competitively, she enjoys the game recreationally in her spare time. This will be her seventh season coaching with CYVBC Surge. She also serves as the JVA Head Coach at Oak Hills High School. T’Keyah is excited to meet all her players this season and looks forward to seeing the growth, teamwork, and success of every team!
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Coach Lauren Freese
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified NFHS Coaching Certificate OHSAA Coaching Certificate |
Lauren is from Cincinnati, Ohio, and is a graduate of Oak Hills High School. She began playing volleyball in 3rd grade and went on to compete at both the school and club levels for 5 years.
Most recently, Lauren served as the freshman head coach at Seton High School during the 2022-2024 seasons. Lauren is thrilled to be coaching with Surge again this year and looks forward to working with the 13 Black team. She is excited to share her love of the game, help her players grow in skill and confidence, and create a positive team experience throughout the season!
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18 Black Coach: Derrik Gouveia
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified |
Derrik was born and raised in Rhode Island and has been involved in volleyball his whole life, developing a deep passion for the sport.
He played competitively for six years, including four years in high school and two years at the collegiate level, highlighted by a memorable 2nd place finish in the NECVL. Derrik began his coaching journey with high school teams, coaching both boys and girls for three seasons each, including assisting his 2016 girls varsity team to the Rhode Island D2 State Championships. Derrik’s coaching philosophy centers on effort and mindset, emphasizing the importance of both physical and mental preparation. He is committed to helping his players grow as athletes and individuals, bringing out their best both on and off the court. Derrik looks forward to his third season coaching with CYVBC Surge and to another successful and rewarding season!
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Coach Emma Holscher
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified |
Emma is from Cincinnati, Ohio, and is currently a student at the University of Cincinnati, where she is studying middle school education.
She has been playing volleyball since 4th grade, and in her free time, Emma enjoys playing sand volleyball at Grand Sands in Loveland alongside Coach Adam and her two sisters. As an indoor player, she primarily played setter but gained experience in all positions, giving her a well-rounded perspective that she loves to share with her athletes. This is Emma’s third season with CYVBC Surge and her fifth year coaching overall. She has coached players ages 9-16 and is excited to work with the 14 Blue and 16 Blue teams this season. Emma is passionate about volleyball and looks forward to sharing her knowledge, skills, and love of the game with her players while helping each athlete grow both on and off the court! |
Coach Natalie West
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified |
Natalie is from Ross, Ohio, and a 2022 graduate of Ross High School. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Cincinnati.
Natalie has played volleyball for 10 years, including 8 years at the competitive level, and was a varsity starter throughout all four years of high school. She has been part of CYVBC Surge since 2017, spending six seasons as a player and three seasons as a coach. Entering her fourth season as a Surge coach in 2025, Natalie is excited to help her athletes grow their skills, confidence, and love for the game. She can’t wait for the season to begin! |
Coach Adam Hensley
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified |
Adam Hensley is from Loveland, Ohio, and has been involved in volleyball since 4th grade, including two years playing at Milford High School.
This is Adam’s second year coaching with CYVBC Surge, following experience coaching football and volleyball at the middle school level. In his free time, he enjoys playing sand volleyball with Coach Emma at Grand Sands in Loveland, cheering on his favorite teams—the Bengals (Who Dey!) and UK football—and exploring new places with friends. Adam is a passionate coach who strives to equip his players with skills they can use both on and off the court. He emphasizes overcoming obstacles, working through adversity, and recognizing personal growth throughout the season. Adam is excited to serve as the head coach of 16 Blue and assistant coach for 14 Blue, and he looks forward to a fun, rewarding, and successful season! |
Coach Katlyn Voelker
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified NFHS Coaching Certificate OHSAA Coaching Certificate |
Katlyn is from Cincinnati, Ohio, and a 2018 graduate of Taylor High School. She began her college volleyball career at Thomas More University before transferring to the University of Cincinnati.
Katlyn has played volleyball competitively for 11 years and has been coaching for six. She has spent three years coaching at Taylor High School as the 8th grade coach and currently serves as their varsity assistant. This is her fourth season coaching with CYVBC Surge, and Katlyn is excited to help her athletes grow their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the game. She can’t wait for the season to begin!
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Coach Hannah Brklacich
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified |
Hannah joins the Surge coaching staff with over 8 years of playing experience at both the school and club level. In addition to her playing background, she brings 4 years of refereeing and coaching experience within the OVR, giving her a well-rounded perspective of the game.
Hannah is currently a junior at Xavier University, where she is pursuing her Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree before continuing on to higher education. She also plays as a setter on Xavier’s club volleyball team, keeping her skills sharp and connected to the game she loves. This past summer, Hannah worked with Surge athletes through camps and clinics, and she is eager to continue that momentum into the upcoming season. She is excited to help her athletes grow on and off the court, and she looks forward to the opportunities this year will bring! |
Coach Natilee Vogt
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified |
Natilee is from Cincinnati, Ohio, and a graduate of Colerain High School. She went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from Miami University.
Natilee began playing volleyball in 6th grade and competed at both the school and club levels throughout high school, including two seasons with CYVBC Surge. She continues to stay active in the sport by playing recreational sand volleyball in both upper and lower leagues. This season, Natilee is excited to return to CYVBC Surge as a coach. She looks forward to meeting her players, developing their volleyball skills, and helping them grow their confidence and love for the game! |
Coach: Deejay Santos
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Deejay joins the Surge coaching staff with over a decade of volleyball experience, beginning her journey at just 12 years old. With years of playing at both the school and club levels, she brings a deep understanding of the game and a lifelong passion for volleyball.
Originally from Texas, Deejay is a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill, The Ohio State University, and the University of Cincinnati, and now calls Cincinnati home. Her diverse educational background and long-standing connection to the sport give her a well-rounded perspective both on and off the court. Deejay is excited to return to coaching and bring her energy, positivity, and commitment to athlete development into the season. She looks forward to helping her players grow in skill, confidence, and character throughout the year! |
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified
Lindsay's Law Certified
Concussion Training Certificate
Safesport Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified
Lindsay's Law Certified
Concussion Training Certificate
Safesport Certified
Clinic Coordinator: Kylee Howard
IMPACT Certified
First Aid, AED & CPR Certified Lindsay's Law Certified Concussion Training Certificate Safesport Certified |
Kylee is a Cincinnati native and a 2017 graduate of Oak Hills High School. She went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics with a minor in Political Science from the University of Cincinnati.
Kylee has been playing volleyball since 3rd grade and began competing at the club level in 7th grade. At Oak Hills, she was a four-year athlete, playing on the Junior Varsity team as a freshman and contributing to the Varsity team during her sophomore, junior, and senior seasons. Now entering her seventh year of coaching at Surge, Kylee is passionate about helping athletes grow both on and off the court. She looks forward to developing players’ volleyball skills as they prepare for 7th grade while also encouraging their social and academic growth. |