The Santa Fe Christian Athletics Department announces new women's volleyball leadership

As anticipation heats up for the upcoming volleyball season, Santa Fe Christian (SFC) Faculties not too long ago introduced Megan Lawley as the brand new ladies's head coach, accompanied by Rafael Asvolinsque as assistant head coach, in keeping with a information launch.

Megan Lawley

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“I’m humbled and honored to step into the function of head coach alongside Rafa. I’m excited to proceed to form the tradition with new and outdated traditions,” Lawley mentioned in a press launch.

Each Lawley and Asvolinsque convey “a powerful volleyball IQ together with a ardour for serving Christ,” the press launch mentioned.

“My aim is for them to exit into the world of their senior yr as sturdy, brave, godly ladies — closely influenced by the SFC volleyball program,” Lawley mentioned in a information launch.

Lawley and Asvolinsque will step into their roles, changing former head coach Jeff Sutherland. The ladies's volleyball program at SFC has a historical past of success and recognition regionally in San Diego, in addition to on the state and nationwide ranges.

“Coach Sutherland is leaving an unbelievable mark on this program and I’m excited to proceed,” Lawley mentioned in a information launch. “Rafa is a sought-after coach in San Diego County and I’m excited to work alongside him. It has all the time been my dream to start out this program.”

About Megan Lawley

A local of Washington State, Lawley boasts a decade of volleyball expertise as an OH/DS. After two years of collegiate play at Washington, she transferred to San Diego Christian in 2015. Lawley's teaching journey contains three years at Kent Juniors Volleyball Membership (now 'NPJ'), eight years at Coast Volleyball Membership and her latest enterprise as co. -Director for FCA Volleyball Membership in San Diego.

Captivated with “utilizing volleyball as a platform to encourage women to find their God-given items, Megan strives to compete on the highest stage whereas instilling confidence in her gamers' distinctive identities,” the press launch mentioned.

Rafael Asvolinsque

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About Rafael Asvolinsque

Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Asvolinsque started his volleyball journey on the age of 11. From enjoying alongside Olympic medalists and world champions to teaching high-level athletes, Asvolinsque brings a wealth of expertise to the SFC.

Since arriving in California in 2018, Asvolinsque has coached athletes of all ranges and “demonstrates his dedication to instilling ardour and love for the sport. He has a level in sports activities teaching and emphasizes the significance of correct approach and values ​​equivalent to teamwork, dedication and respect,” the press launch mentioned.