Melissa began playing volleyball in the 8th grade.  She went on to play volleyball at Archie High School in Archie, Missouri where she served as captain of the team and Co-MVP her senior year.  Melissa earned All District, All Conference and regional honors in high school.  The recipient of a scholarship to play for Ottawa University (Ottawa, Kansas), Melissa was a member of two Conference Championship teams.  This is Melissa’s 3rd season to coach for Club Bear.