KATIE WALKER
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Coaching Philosophy
“Combining extensive NCAA Division I coaching expertise with a holistic training approach to elevate player performance, tactical smarts, and athletic development across both indoor and beach disciplines.”
Coaching & Playing Experience
Roots Volleyball Academy | Des Moines, IA
Club Coach
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Entering her 4th year with Roots Volleyball Academy, bringing nearly a decade of NCAA Division I coaching knowledge directly to local club athletes.
University of the Pacific | Stockton, CA
Assistant Coach (Indoor & Beach Volleyball) | Joined March 2022
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Served as a dual-program assistant coach, overseeing player development and competitive strategy across both the indoor and beach volleyball programs.
Drake University | Des Moines, IA
Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator | 3 Seasons
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Spearheaded talent acquisition and athlete development within the highly competitive Missouri Valley Conference (MVC).
NCAA Division I Coaching Tenure | Various Programs
Assistant Coach / Volunteer Assistant | 2015 – 2018
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University of Notre Dame (2018): Served as a volunteer assistant for the Fighting Irish.
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Seattle University (2016–2017): Spent two seasons on staff contributing to match prep and training.
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Middle Tennessee State University (2015): Assisted in daily operations and court instruction.
Northern Kentucky University | Highland Heights, KY
Graduate Assistant Coach | 2013 – 2014 Seasons
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Launched her Division I coaching career with the Norse while earning her Master’s degree.
Idaho State University | Pocatello, ID
Collegiate Athlete | NCAA Division I
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Competed as a three-year member of the Idaho State volleyball program, earning Big Sky Conference All-Academic honors in 2011.
Education & Academic Achievements
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Master’s Degree in Education | Northern Kentucky University (2015)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Human Exceptionality | Idaho State University (2013)