Jacob is a St. Louis native and graduate of Pattonville Senior High School, where he was a three-year varsity volleyball standout. He played multiple positions — Outside, Middle, Opposite, and Setter — earning Second Team All-Conference honors in 2016 and helping his team to a Conference Championship in 2017.

He also played three seasons with Power Volleyball Club before continuing his career at Culver-Stockton College, where he majored in Business Administration and Marketing. While at CSC, Jacob competed under Olympian Caren Kemner as an Outside, Defensive Specialist, and Setter.

Now entering his 10th year of coaching, Jacob serves as the Club Director of Power VBC, and has coached varsity programs at Parkway North, Pattonville, and Duchesne.

We’re proud to have him leading the way this season!

Contact Information: jacob.reese050@gmail.com  

Zack is a lifelong Pattonville Pirate, graduating from Pattonville High School in 2010, and he continues to give back to the district that shaped him. Now a staff member at Pattonville Heights Middle School, Zack brings leadership, heart, and hustle into everything he does.

His coaching journey began in 2023 when he took the reins of the boys middle school volleyball team at Pattonville Heights. Since then, he's been passionate about developing young athletes—focusing on strong fundamentals, high energy, and a deep understanding of the game.

Coach Zack brings a unique perspective, entering his 5th season coaching, as both a former student-athlete and an educator. His love for the game, connection to the community, and dedication to building character through volleyball make him a valuable addition to the Power VBC coaching staff.

We’re proud to have Coach Zack help lead the next generation of Power athletes! 

Contact Information:  zharnetz92@gmail.com

Coach Megan is entering her fourth year of coaching club volleyball and is excited to continue giving back to the program where her coaching journey began. In addition to coaching at Power VBC, she has coached both boys' and girls' volleyball at Parkway North High School. Megan also works as a pediatric Occupational Therapist after earning her Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Maryville University, bringing a unique perspective to athlete development and confidence-building.

Born and raised in St. Louis, Megan is a proud Pattonville Senior High School graduate, where she was a four-year varsity setter, earned First Team All-Conference honors, and helped lead her team to a District Championship in 2018.

Megan played seven years of club volleyball, including three seasons with Power VBC, before continuing her career as a four-year setter at Stephens College. She served as a three-year team captain, recorded over 1,000 career assists, earned All-Conference Honorable Mention in 2020 and 2021, and received All-Conference Academic honors all four years.

With over 17 years of experience as both a player and coach, Coach Megan is passionate about developing confident, fundamentally sound athletes while fostering a positive, energetic, and competitive team environment.

Contact Information:  meganreese009@gmail.com 

Claire Sease brings 10 years of coaching experience and a passion for developing athletes both on and off the court. After spending most of her coaching career on the girls' side, she transitioned to boys club volleyball this past season, expanding her experience while continuing to foster skill development, confidence, and a love for the game.

A St. Louis native, Claire has been involved in volleyball since she was 12 years old, playing club volleyball as a setter throughout her youth career. She played four years at Ursuline Academy before continuing her volleyball career at Fontbonne University, where she transitioned to libero and competed for four years. Her experience at multiple positions gives her a well-rounded understanding of the game and allows her to connect with athletes across the court.

Outside the gym, Claire is the Director of a childcare program and is currently pursuing a degree in Organizational Leadership. Her background in leadership and youth development complements her coaching approach, allowing her to build strong relationships with athletes while creating a positive, competitive environment.

Claire is committed to helping players reach their full potential by developing their technical skills, volleyball IQ, and confidence, while encouraging them to become leaders and supportive teammates both on and off the court.

Contact Information:  claireps1214@gmail.com

Originally born in Wisconsin and raised in St. Louis, Coach Alex is a decorated former outside hitter with a strong resume both on the court and in the classroom. He played at Fort Zumwalt South High School, where he served as Varsity Captain, earned First Team All-Conference and Second Team All-State honors, and was recognized as a Scholar-Athlete all four years.

Alex played club volleyball for High Performance (HP) for three seasons, showcasing his skill, leadership, and high-level competitiveness at regional and national events.

He continued his playing career at the collegiate level, competing at Missouri University of Science and Technology, where he was a four-year varsity starter. His experience at a high academic and athletic institution gave him a well-rounded approach to both performance and discipline.

Now entering his 5th year of coaching, Alex brings a high volleyball IQ, calm leadership, and a true commitment to athlete development. Power VBC is proud to have him on staff as he helps young athletes take their game to the next level! 

Contact Information:  ajlachance21@gmail.com  

Carl has been passionate about volleyball since his freshman year of high school. By his junior year, he earned a spot on the varsity team and was named to the All-State All-Tournament Team. Unfortunately, his senior season was cut short due to COVID-19, but his commitment to the game never wavered.

He went on to attend Maryville University, earning a degree in Mathematics and Secondary Education. While there, Carl missed the intensity of competitive volleyball — so he founded and coached the men’s club team at Maryville, building a program from the ground up and helping new athletes develop into a tournament-ready team.

Carl began coaching right after high school with his former club and now brings 7 years of coaching experience, including assistant roles with 18s, head coaching 14s and 16s, and leading high school JV teams, previously at Francis Howell Centeral and cuurrently at Fort Zumalt East. His drive, leadership, and teaching mindset make him a great fit for the Power VBC coaching staff.

We’re excited to have Coach Carl bringing energy and insight to the court this season! 

Contact Information:  carl.swanson888@gmail.com 

Born and raised in St. Louis, Coach Mason is a proud graduate of Francis Howell High School, where he was a four-year varsity athlete and standout middle hitter. During his high school career, he earned Second Team All-Conference honors in 2023 and was named Offensive Player of the Year his senior season.

Mason also competed at the club level with Team Momentum and went on to play collegiate volleyball at Missouri Baptist University, where he continued to grow as a player and teammate at a high level.

Now entering his 4th year of coaching, Mason brings both recent playing experience and a strong technical mindset to every team he works with. His passion for the game, focus on fundamentals, and ability to connect with young athletes make him a rising leader on the Power VBC coaching staff.

We’re excited to have Coach Mason on board as he helps shape the next generation of Power players! 

Contact Information:  mrpta12915@gmail.com 

Austin is a St. Louis native and proud graduate of Francis Howell North High School, where he was a four-year varsity volleyball standout. As a middle hitter, he brought power, consistency, and leadership to the front row, earning a spot on the High Performance travel team, where he competed at a national level for three seasons.

He continued his volleyball career at St. Ambrose University, playing collegiate-level volleyball while majoring in Criminal Justice. Austin's well-rounded playing experience and strong work ethic have shaped him into a competitive coach who values discipline, growth, and team culture.

Now entering his 7th year of coaching, Austin has worked with athletes at Francis Howell North, helping develop both their skills and their confidence on the court. His calm leadership, strong technical foundation, and passion for the sport make him an invaluable part of the Power VBC coaching staff.

We’re proud to have Coach Austin helping lead the charge this season!.

Contact Information: austinvolleyball1997@gmail.com  

Matthew is a St. Louis native and Pattonville High School graduate who played varsity volleyball for three years as a Setter. During his high school career, he earned First Team All-Conference and First Team All-District honors, helped lead his team to a district championship, and served as team captain his senior year. He also competed for both Power Volleyball Club and High Performance before continuing his playing career at Culver-Stockton College, where he studied Biology and Computer & Data Science while serving as a team captain for two seasons.

Matthew is passionate about creating a positive, competitive environment where athletes can learn, grow, and reach their full potential. His focus on fundamentals, attention to detail, and commitment to player development help athletes build both the skills and work ethic needed to succeed on and off the court.

Contact Information:  nickorf88@gmail.com 

Coach Ryan currently resides in St. Charles, MO, but was born and raised in Collinsville, IL. A lifelong lover of the game, Ryan began playing volleyball in high school, inspired by his older sister. While his high school, Althoff Catholic, didn’t yet offer boys volleyball, he competed in club volleyball and represented his region in the Prairie State Games.

His coaching journey began as a student assistant at Belleville Area College, where the team placed 5th in the nation. He later became the head coach of the women’s team at St. Louis College of Pharmacy (STLCOP), leading the program for 8 years after serving two years as an assistant.

Throughout his career, Ryan helped launch the boys volleyball program at Althoff, assisted there for two years, and went on to coach the boys team at Francis Howell North for 9 seasons. After a brief break from coaching, he returned to start the men’s team at STLCOP, now known as the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy.

With over 24 years of coaching experience, Ryan brings leadership, depth of knowledge, and a passion for developing athletes. We’re proud to have him on the Power VBC coaching staff this season!

Contact Information:  ryvonz@yahoo.com

Drew has been passionate about volleyball since middle school and has been around the sport his entire life. He competed at Francis Howell Central High School and played for numerous club teams throughout his youth career. He went on to play four years of collegiate volleyball at Culver-Stockton College, where he competed as a middle and right-side hitter.

This will be Drew’s first year coaching, and he is committed to building a fun, competitive, and winning team environment that creates lasting memories and keeps athletes connected to the sport they love.

We’re excited to have Coach Drew bring his extensive playing experience and positive energy to the Power VBC coaching staff this season!

Contact Information:  drewvonfeldt63@gmail.com 

Coach Kris is an O’Fallon, MO native and a proud product of the Fort Zumwalt South volleyball program, where he competed all four years of high school. He went on to play four years of NAIA collegiate volleyball, followed by another six years of competitive club play, continuing to sharpen his skills and deepen his love for the game.

In 2023, Kris began his coaching career with a clear goal: to learn, grow, and help young athletes achieve steady, consistent progress. His coaching style emphasizes fundamentals, discipline, and developing players who are confident, coachable, and competitive. He is now going into his 4th year coaching!

Kris brings a thoughtful, growth-focused mindset to Power VBC, and is excited to be a part of each athlete’s journey.

Contact Information: Kristopher.sorenson@charter.net  

Jimmy was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, and began playing competitive volleyball at the age of 12. He competed for High Performance STL on Open-level travel teams through age 18 and played varsity volleyball for three of his four years at De Smet Jesuit High School.

He continued his playing career at Culver-Stockton College, where he earned All-Conference honors as a setter and remains the program’s all-time career assists leader.

With more than 10 years of coaching experience, Jimmy began coaching while still competing in college. During the summers he returned to St. Louis to assist High Performance STL teams as they prepared for the USA Volleyball National Championships. After graduating, he served as a head coach for multiple Open-level teams within the club. His teams consistently achieved success, earning podium finishes at national qualifiers and placing fifth in the nation at the USAV Junior National Championships.

Over the past few years, Jimmy stepped away from coaching to focus on growing his professional career. Now he is excited to return to his passion for developing young athletes and helping grow boys’ volleyball in the St. Louis community. His goal extends beyond teaching the technical skills of the game—he is committed to helping players build confidence, character, and leadership as they grow into young men and prepare for life beyond high school.

We’re excited to have Coach Jimmy bring his deep experience and dedication back to the court this season!

Contact Information: jacob.reese050@gmail.com  

Jacob is a St. Louis native and graduate of Pattonville Senior High School, where he was a three-year varsity volleyball standout. He played multiple positions — Outside, Middle, Opposite, and Setter — earning Second Team All-Conference honors in 2016 and helping his team to a Conference Championship in 2017.

He also played three seasons with Power Volleyball Club before continuing his career at Culver-Stockton College, where he majored in Business Administration and Marketing. While at CSC, Jacob competed under Olympian Caren Kemner as an Outside, Defensive Specialist, and Setter.

Now entering his 9th year of coaching, Jacob serves as the Club Director of Power VBC, and has coached varsity programs at Parkway North, Pattonville, and Duchesne.

We’re proud to have him leading the way this season!

Contact Information: jacob.reese050@gmail.com