N.U.F. Volleyball Club
Meet the Coaches
Our coaches have many years of experience playing and coaching the game of volleyball at many different levels. Coaches are also required to have been trained through the USA Volleyball "Impact" certification training. All coaches have been cleared through background checks administered by the USA Volleyball.
Marsha Shoemaker
Club Director/Club Owner /Head Coach 16-Black/ Tournament Director
I have been coaching volleyball for 20+ years now it started with a phone call from my old high school coach. I love coaching volleyball because it gives me a chance to TEACH the sport. That is a strange combination I know but think about it isn't coaching a lot like teaching we have a classroom filled with athlete's who want to learn how to perform on and off the court.
I started my career at Center Grove High school where I was a standout athlete in volleyball, basketball and track and after all these years volleyball is still my favorite sport. Continued my passion for volleyball through coaching at major university's such as Marian University (1999-2000) and University of Indianapolis (2000-2005) and clubs such as Circle City (10 years) , Indy Jrs ( 3 years) and IVA.(2 years). While some of these clubs do not exist anymore or are under different names it is my honor to start NUF Volleyball Club after learning from the best. I have taken many teams down to Orlando for AAU Nationals and 3 times now we have come home as champions. This is a tournament that we will compete in as long as my club is running. It's a great way to end your season in the sunshine state playing volleyball.
If you don't make it fun for your participants they won't want to come back too learn. Make it interesting, always show them something new, demonstrate but yet let the athlete perform it that is the only way they will learn the sport. Hands on training is what I was always taught and still teach it to this day stay competitive yet make it fun.
Never underestimate fun - never; because after all laughter is the best medicine (NUF).
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COACHES FOR NUF VOLLEYBALL:
Brian Snodgrass - Coach B and I will be coaching your daughter’s this season. A little about me, I grew up in Seattle, WA. I moved to Indiana in 1995. I have 3 children ages (25, 16 and 15). My daughter Ella is the youngest and played with NUF the last 2 seasons and loves it! I love Coaching, playing Golf and Volleyball, I’m a IU man so Sorry in advance to any Purdue fans LOL.
Grace Cusimano - My name is Grace Cusimano. I graduated from Franklin Central High School. I am currently attending the University of Indianapolis for my Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science as well as Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I plan to complete my Doctorate of Occupational Therapy there as well. I played volleyball for 6 years throughout middle and high school. I played both school and club ball. Throughout high school I played at NUF with Marsha as my coach. I also coached middle school and elementary age children during high school. Now, I am coaching 12u at NUF.
Andrea Burger - Hello! I am a mother of 6 awesome children and a wife to a loving husband of 30 years. I have been a registered nurse for 23 years. I’m super excited to have the opportunity to coach your daughter this year. The sport of volleyball is my passion. I bring more than 12 years of coaching experience. My experience includes coaching girls volleyball at Holy Name Catholic School, Saint Susanna Catholic School and NUF Volleyball Club. My commitment is to provide assistance to the girls to improve their volleyball skillsets, while also having fun.
Melissa Northrop - I’m a graduate of East Noble High School in Kendallville, Indiana, where I played varsity volleyball all four years. I then attended Elmhurst College in Elmhurst, Illinois, where I was a starter on the volleyball team before transferring to Huntington University in Huntington, Indiana, where I continued as a starter on the volleyball team until graduating in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education. I played in an adult volleyball league in Fort Wayne while coaching club volleyball, and I was the varsity volleyball coach at three different high schools in northeast Indiana over the years before moving to Indianapolis area almost a decade ago. I continue to play in an adult club volleyball league, and I coach teams at both NUF and a church league in Greenwood. I was a teaching in northeast Indiana before retiring when I became pregnant with triplets. Today I have five incredible children of my own, and I find great joy in watching them learn and grow. I find this same great joy in coaching at NUF and helping my players grow as athletes and teammates.
Jon Shannon - Head coach of 16s - 4th year with NUF Volleyball Club. Jon was with my club when we first started. He is very knowledgeable about the game and very passionate about coaching and teaching. He played at Indiana State and in numerous USAV tournaments back in the day. His only daughter played in my club and now is an All-American at Campbellsville University. Jon is a great addition to the NUF family and will be for many years to come.
Pam Stultz - Assistant Coach of 15 Purple - Pam Stultz has coached NUF Volleyball Club for 10 plus years coaching in various capacities and age groups. Prior to NUF she was the varsity volleyball head coach at Beech Grove High School for 10 years. Pam has also coached CYO Volleyball for Holy Name Catholic School. When she is off the volleyball court Pam enjoys spending time with her husband of 37 years and her 4 grandchildren soon to be 5.
Paige Wieringa - Assistant to the 18 Black - Paige is a former player of mine and loves coaching the game of volleyball. She is a junior at IUPUI, former player at Perry Meridian. Paige is a great administrator to the club as well as a coach for the older kids. Looking forward to many years with Paige on our coaching staff.
Cathy Kates - Head Coach of NUF 14 Red - I am also the head coach of the Girls Volleyball team for Beech Grove High School. I am married and have two kids, one of which currently plays at NUF. I am passionate about my family, friends and volleyball. My goal is to offer a positive space where athletes are able to grow a love of the game and create life long memories.
Kayla Matkins - Hello, my name is Kayla Matkins and I will be coaching one of the 13/14 teams this season. I have been playing volleyball for 16 years. I played for NUF in 2016 and 2017 and won Nationals both years. I have coached many girls on and off the court for 4 years. I attended many college camps and played at Anderson University. I have my Bachelors degree in Exercise Science and took extra courses in Athletic Training. I am a dog mom, love music and can play the drums, newly engaged, and more importantly love the game of volleyball.
Zoe Mendenhall – Hello all! My name is Zoe and I am so excited to coach the NUF 12U team this year. I played for NUF all through high school until I graduated from Cascade in 2022. I then went to play for Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College for a short time after. I am currently attending IUI to complete my nursing degree and I received my esthetician license this summer! This is my first year coaching club and prior to this I coached 7th grade volleyball for Tri-West Middle School. I was an all around player and I’ve truly been through every position and am thrilled to share that knowledge with these girls. I’m so blessed for this opportunity and GO REBELS!
Marissa Summers – Hello, I am Marissa Summers, assistant coach of the 18 Bandits. I have played volleyball for over 10 years. I graduated from Decatur Central where I lettered 4 years as the starting setter. I played at Indy Juniors for 2 years, and then found my happy place with NUF. In 2016 and 2017 I was the captain and setter on the 18-1’s and helped my team win 2 national titles. I have experience playing and coaching every positions, but will always be hardest on my setters. I have a beautiful 1 year old daughter named Amelia and a wonderful Fiance who supports my crazy obsession with coaching. I am truly blessed to be apart of this coaching staff, and I am grateful for the opportunity to coach some amazing athletes.
Taylor Horsley – My name is Taylor Horsley. I played volleyball for 6 years throughout middle school and high school. I graduated from Decatur Central High School where I lettered in softball and volleyball all 4 years. I played a season for NUF in 2017. I recently graduated from the University of Saint Francis in May of 2024 with a degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology, and now work as a Victim Advocate for the Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office. I played collegiate softball and intramural volleyball for my university. I am super excited for the opportunity to share my knowledge and love for the game with your amazing athletes, and of course having fun along the way! I love arts and crafts, thrifting, spending time with the people I love, and of course my kitty named Cleo.
