Resides: New York City
Leader:
• UW-Milwaukee 2014 BA- Communications, Minor Psychology
• UW-Milwaukee Men's Club Volleyball President 2011-2014,
• Assistant Coach, Marquette University High School - State Champions 2014
• North Shore Milwaukee Men's Club Volleyball - Head Coach, Boys 13 and 17's - 2012-2014
• USAV Men's Open National Champion 2014 with team LIGHTS OUT
• 2014 NVL Pre-season, team Great Lakes Lightning

Volunteer:
• Big Brothers Big Sisters Milwaukee, 2011-Present
• Keen NYC

First picking up a volleyball through his middle school phy-ed teacher, Mr. Moua, Kyle never knew where the game would take him. A Hmong man living in NE Wisconsin, Mr. Moua was the first to show Kyle what this game meant to him. The Hmong community- much like many minority communities- is underrepresented and unequal in many ways in comparison to the majority and yet, ironically, just as LOV is focused on advocating for athletes that are often overlooked- this is right where Kyle learned the game.

Since that day in 2003, Kyle has been a major member of the volleyball community in the state of Wisconsin- playing first in Hmong tournaments throughout the state early on in his career, to coaching freshman boys volleyball from 2010-2012 at Homestead High School, freshman boys at MUHS, NSMVC from 2012-2014, and conducting private lessons in the greater Milwaukee area for several years during and after college.

He has a passion for uplifting others, creating new memories, and unlocking potential. He is a true believer that you can create and be anything you want in this world if you put your mind to it and if you have someone there who believes in you- because without belief, no one knows their worth. Kyle currently resides in New York City where he works as an actor, photographer, and model while continuing to pursue beach volleyball professionally on the East coast.

Born: Los Angeles, CA
Raised: Detroit, MI/Chicagoland Area
Resides: Chicago, IL
Athlete:
• Co-Captain of NJIT's Women's Volleyball Team for her junior and senior year
• Utility Player for NJIT who holds NJIT's all time single season assist record with 1,143 assists in her freshman year
• Professionally played in England
Coach:
• Summer Coach for Carmel Catholic's Girls Team
Leader:
• New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, NJ, Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Communications
• University of Nottingham, Nottingham, ENG, Masters of Science in Business Management

Born: Aurora, IL
Raised: Chicagland Area
Resides: Chicago, IL
Athlete:
• Men’s Varsity Volleyball, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA; 2010 Recipient of the NAIA “Libero of the Year” Award; 2012 National Champion
• Libero for the Lights Out Men’s Pro-Team
• Won numerous Men’s Open/Pro indoor, sand and grass tournaments
Coach:
• Master Coach for the Juniors Volleyball Program Team One Volleyball Club in Illinois
• Assistant Men’s Volleyball Coach North Park University (DIII NCAA)
• Head Women’s Volleyball Coach at Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, Illinois
• USAV, JVA, and Safe Sport Certification
Leader:
• St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Sociology and Spanish Minor
• 4 Year NAIA Men’s Varsity Volleyball PSI Education Graduate

Born: Chicago, IL
Raised: Chicago, IL
Resides: Country Club Hills, IL
Athlete:
• 4 YEAR MIDDLE STARTER
• ALL AMERICAN
• ALL SEC SELECTION
• ALL SEC FRESHMAN TEAM
• USA VOLLEYBALL COLIGETE NATIONAL TEAM
• PROFESSIONAL PLAYER HALMSTED, SWEDEN
Coach:
• VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT COACH UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
• SUMMER CAMP COACH (OLEMISS, STANFORD, LSU, ALABAMA, AUBURN, CHICAGO STATE)
• GRADUATE ASSISSTANT COACH CHICAGO STATE (CURRENTLY)
• CHICAGO ELITE 15’S CLUB COACH
Leader:
• BACHELORS OF SCIENCE OF SOCIAL WORK
• MASTERS OF SCIENCE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CURRENTTLY)

Born: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Raised: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Resides: Chicago, IL
Athlete:
• Colegio San Ignacio de Loyola: Volleyball, Basketball, Track and Field; Won Athlete of the Year in Graduation
• Puerto Rico High School Volleyball 7x National Champion; MVP and All-Star awards
• USAV Junior National Championship Open Division, Team Borinquen Coquí: 3x Silver, 1x Bronze; All-American
• USAV High Performance, Team Puerto Rico: 2x Gold; All-American
• Nanjing 2014 Youth Olympics Games, Team Puerto Rico; Beach Volleyball, placed 5th
• Marquette Men’s Varsity Club Volleyball Team: All-American, Freshman of the Year, Best Defender, MVP of MVC and MIVA, First Team All-American Club Nationals
• Norceca Volleyball Confederation, Team Puerto Rico: Beach Volleyball, placed 8th and 6th in Punta Cana and Canada, respectively
• Puerto Rico Beach Volleyball Tour: placed 3rd
• Puerto Rico Beach Volleyball National Team, Summer 2014-present
• AVPNext Midwest Region Tournaments: 2x Gold, 2x Bronze
• Currently training for AVP Tour
Coach:
• Marquette Men’s Varsity Club Volleyball Team Coach, 2014-2019
• Waukesha North High School Junior Varsity Coach, 2016-2017
• Coach and Instructor in numerous camps in Puerto Rico for kids from 6-20 years old
Leader:
• Math tutor for other students in need, Colegio San Ignacio de Loyola
• Community Service with High School National Honor Society
• 2014 Mission Trip: helped impoverished community in Arenoso, Dominican Republic by donating clothes/sport gears/sanitary essentials, organizing social events such as baseball/volleyball games and theatrical plays, and talking about family and life ethics
• Community Service with College National Biomedical Engineering Honor Society
• Member of the Alpha Eta Mu Beta: granted to students in the top 1/5th of their Marquette University class
• 2017 Global Brigades Service Volunteer: helped construct sanitary bathrooms, concrete floors, and water trenches for impoverished communities in Nicaragua
• Currently working as an LCS Field Engineer-Monitoring at GE Healthcare

Resides: Chicago, IL
• I am a passionate volleyball athlete and coach with over 15 years of experience as a player and 5+ years of experience as a coach. Volleyball has become more than just a sport to me—it is my sanctuary, my escape from the challenges and issues that life throws my way.
• As an immigrant from Ukraine, I have faced numerous obstacles on my journey to success. But through my unwavering dedication to volleyball, I have found solace, purpose, and a means to rise above adversity. The sport has given me a sense of freedom and joy that I cherish every time I step onto the court.
• Now, my goal is to pass on my knowledge and skills to the younger generation, particularly those who are in need of opportunities. I want to be a catalyst for change, offering guidance and support to children who may be facing their own set of challenges. By coaching and mentoring them, I aim to provide them with the tools they need to succeed both on and off the volleyball court.
• Every time I witness the growth and progress of my young athletes, I am filled with a profound sense of fulfillment and pride. Seeing their passion ignite and their dreams take shape is the greatest reward I could ever ask for. Through volleyball, I aim to empower these kids, instilling in them the belief that they can overcome any obstacle and achieve greatness.
• Volleyball is not just a game; it is a vessel for personal growth, resilience, and teamwork. It has shaped me into the person I am today, and I am committed to paying it forward by nurturing the talents of the next generation. Together, we will build a community of determined, compassionate, and successful individuals who will go on to make a positive impact in the world.
Coach:
• MOD 18s Head Coach
Leader:
• Park University BA, Accounting
• Senior Recruiter with New Roots Solutions
Athlete:
• NAIA National Champion 2017

Born: Chicago, IL
Raised: Chicago, IL
Resides: Los Angeles, CA
Athlete:
• Walter Payton College Prep, Chicago, IL Varsity volleyball, basketball, 16-inch softball, and track and field; All-state volleyball; 3 Chicago City Championships
• Juniors club player for Chicago Elite Volleyball Club (formerly known as Powerhouse Volleyball Club)
• USA Volleyball Youth National Team
• Co-Captain Men's Claremont Club Volleyball team; 3rd place finishes (2015, 2017) 5th place finish (2016) NCVF Collegiate Club Volleyball Championships; Honorable Mention (2015), 2nd Team All-Tournament honors (2016), 1st Team All-Tournament honors (2017, 2018)
• Co-president of the Claremont Beach Volleyball Club
• Currently training for AVP Tour
Leader:
• Pitzer College, Bachelor of Arts 2018, Human Biology Major and Dance Minor
• Spokesperson for VB Rags
• Pursuing a career in physical therapy and as a player on the AVP and FIVB Tour
• Volunteer with C.A.M.P. Schwab/Chicago, a camp for children with disabilities, from 2012-2017

Resides: Smyrna, Tennessee
Athlete:
• 5 years of professional Volleyball experience, 3 medals
Education:
• Cornell University: Biology Major, Psychology and Inequality Studies minors
• "Loves" outside of LOV: reading, food, traveling, escape rooms

Jada is more than an athlete-she is a mentor, coach, and advocate for growth and inclusivity in sports. She has dedicated her career to building an environment where players of all backgrounds can thrive, embodying LOV's mission to breakdown barriers and level the playing field for those often overlooked.

Jada is committed to fostering a culture of equality and opportunity, ensuring that the transformative power of volleyball reaches communities facing socio-economic, racial, or physical challenges.

"I want to ensure that every person who steps onto our courts knows that they are seen, valued and capable of achieving greatness"

Born: Orange, CA
Raised: North Chicago, IL
Resides: Grayslake, IL
Athlete:
• Men’s Varsity Volleyball: Clarke University, Dubuque, IA
• Men’s Track and Field: Clarke University, Dubuque, IA
• Men’s Soccer: Clarke university, Dubuque, IA
Coach:
• Vortex Volleyball Club: North Suburan Area
Leader:
• Clarke University, Dubuque, IA, Bachelors of Arts in Education
• College of Lake County, Vernon Hills, IL, Certification in Massage Therapy

Resides: Chicago, IL
Leader:

Melissa is the Director of Hospitality & Community Partnerships at Lawndale Christian Health Center on the west side of Chicago and Co-Founder of Fit Together, a holistic wellness organization. Melissa has a heart and a passion for unearthing the limitless potential in all people. She is a long-time resident of the West Side of Chicago, an advocate for her community and a mother of three. She desires deeply that the beauty, potential and great value of every human be recognized with both words and action.
Melissa has served as a member of the Community Advisory Committee for the Sinai Urban Health Institute for eight years, the Co-Chair for UIC's Greater Lawndale Healthy Work Project, a member of the Best Baby Zone Committee in East Garfield Park, a board member for Chicago Coalition for the Homeless, member of the American Heart Association's Midwest Region Racial Equity Committee and a member of the planning committee for West Side United. Melissa strives to build authentic relationships as she believes therein lies the root of real change.