Ginny and her family have called West Des Moines home for the past 10 years. A lifelong athlete, she grew up playing multiple sports and was also a member of her high school dance team. Today, Ginny continues to share her love of athletics by supporting programs that build confidence, teamwork, and resilience in young women.

She serves on the West Des Moines Public Arts Commission and is an active community advocate, committed to creating opportunities for growth and connection. Ginny is passionate about the power of team sports to shape character and empower the next generation.

Matt lives in West Des Moines with his wife Jessica and their daughters, Claire and Paige, who attend Jordan Creek Elementary School.

As a high school team and club volleyball player in his youth, Matt developed a passion and love for the game of volleyball that exists still today.

Matt hopes, through Set It Off Volleyball, to provide a nurturing environment for young players to develop a love of the game that will follow them wherever they go in life.

Kaylee Smith is a coach for Set It Off Volleyball (SIOV). She has been passionate about the game since she first picked up a volleyball in 4th grade, continuing to play through both school and club programs and throughout high school.

Volleyball has had a major impact on her life, and she is excited to help instill that same love for the sport in the next generation of athletes.

Kaylee is committed to supporting young athletes not only in their physical development, but also in their mental and nutritional growth.

She looks forward to inspiring her players and creating a lifelong passion for the game.  

Jessica has loved volleyball since she first started playing in elementary school. She continued playing through high school and college, developing a love not only for the game itself, but also for the teamwork, friendships, and confidence it inspires.

Jessica is excited to coach with Set It Off Volleyball and share her passion for the sport with young athletes. She hopes to create a positive and encouraging environment where players can grow in their skills, build confidence, and discover the joy and lifelong lessons that volleyball can provide.

Jessica believes success is about more than the final score. Her goal is for every athlete to become a supportive teammate, give their best effort, have fun, and leave the season with a lasting love for volleyball.

Kelsie brings a genuine love of volleyball and a heart for young athletes to the Set It Off Volleyball coaching staff. An active league player herself, she knows the game from the inside out and enjoys passing that knowledge and enthusiasm along to her players.

Her connection to SIOV is personal — her daughters are part of the program, and watching them grow in confidence, develop their skills, and fall in love with the game inspired her to step into coaching.

Professionally, Kelsie works in the juvenile justice field, where she is passionate about supporting and encouraging youth. Whether she's working with students during the school day or coaching on the court, she enjoys helping young people build confidence, overcome challenges, and celebrate their growth.

Kelsie is committed to creating a positive environment where young female athletes can grow, support one another, and have fun along the way.

Kirby has been playing volleyball since elementary school, competing all the way through high school. At UNI, she stayed connected to the game through intramurals while coaching middle school volleyball as she earned her bachelor's degree. She later served as a coach for Girls on the Run while completing her graduate degree at Iowa. Coaching has always been a passion of hers — she had many coaches who helped shape who she is today, and she remains grateful for the role they played in her life.

Last year, Kirby photographed events and team and individual photos for SIOV. She admired how the program was run and the values it was teaching its players, and immediately knew it was a program she wanted to be part of. She can't wait to help athletes learn the game, sharpen their skills, and grow a genuine love for volleyball along the way.

Previously, Kirby worked as a Child Life Specialist at Blank Children's Hospital. After the birth of her second child, she transitioned to working as a full-time photographer, and she and her family recently welcomed their third child. They love staying active with their kids and teaching them that teamwork and sportsmanship matter not just on the court, but in being a kind human every day.

Kendra has been passionate about volleyball since she started playing in 4th grade. Throughout middle school and high school, she played school and club ball and has such fond memories of the sport!

Volleyball has been a huge part of her life, and she can't wait to watch the next generation's love for the game grow. She's excited to teach her athletes that volleyball is not just a game, but a community!

Her goal for every athlete is simply to have fun and enjoy the game!

Volleyball has always been Abby’s favorite sport. She played as a front-row hitter throughout high school and continued playing recreationally in Ames while attending Iowa State, where she won two intramural sand volleyball championships. She’s excited to share her love of the game with the next generation!

Abby’s journey with Set It Off began as a volleyball mom when her daughter joined the club. Seeing the impact the coaches had on the girls sparked her interest in coaching and inspired her to help create that same experience for other young athletes. Her goal is to help every player work hard, build confidence, encourage their teammates, and have fun along the way.

When she’s not in the gym, Abby works for the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, where she is passionate about public health and improving the health of Iowans. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, staying active, and creating fun 3D-printing projects. As a first-year coach, she’s looking forward to learning alongside her athletes, celebrating their progress, and creating a team environment where every player feels encouraged, supported, and excited to come to practice.

Reis has loved volleyball since she started playing in 5th grade. She participated in club and school volleyball up to her junior year of High School. Reis loved her time meeting new friends, coaches, and playing her favorite sport!

Reis wants to continue showing her love for volleyball by coaching for SIOV. She looks forward to meeting new athletes and is looking forward to sharing her love for the game. She is also excited to be back in the gym and surrounded by the volleyball environment again!

Reis is inspired to coach athletes how to have fun and love the game of volleyball!

Courtney started playing volleyball during her tender years of middle school. She continued playing throughout high school, recreationally while attending Iowa State University, and on to co-ed leagues as an adult. She’s currently an active league member, which keeps her both active and continually working on her skills as a player. She enjoys the camaraderie of a team effort, but most importantly considers herself a competitor. Growing up, she enjoyed playing all sports, but volleyball is one that has always stuck with her.

Courtney first learned about Set It Off Volleyball through a friend and fellow team member. What piqued her interest was how her friend described the program’s values in teaching fundamentals and the goals of developing young athletes — something Courtney has always been passionate about.

As a first-year coach, she hopes to inspire young athletes. Her coaching philosophy focuses on building teamwork, understanding the importance of sportsmanship, and developing self-confidence. She’s looking forward to growing together with her team!