A 9-man volleyball community 509(a)(2) non-profit organization operating throughout New York and Long Island since 2023.
Title: Head of Athletics
Position: Setter
Number: 74
Mikey is a passionate coach and player deeply involved in the 9-man volleyball community. He began playing volleyball in 2008 and has developed a strong coaching career since 2016, spanning youth clubs, high school, and college levels. He currently serves as the Assistant Coach for both the men's and women's volleyball teams at Hunter College.
Title: Head of Operations
Position: Hook
Number: 16
Peter is dedicated to community building and strengthening connections on and off the court. He began playing volleyball in 2020 and discovered 9-man in 2022, quickly falling in love with the sport and its community. In his free time, he enjoys watching shows and movies.
Title: Club President
Position: Right Side
Number: 26
Jonathan is a recreational volleyball player who enjoys the game for fun, fitness, and connection. Since 2021, he's organized weekly open play sessions to create a consistent space for players to show up and enjoy the sport. His focus is on keeping things inclusive, laid-back, and just competitive enough to keep it exciting for everyone.
Title: Head of Athletics
Position: Setter
Number: 74
Mikey is a passionate coach and player deeply involved in the 9-man volleyball community. He began playing volleyball in 2008 and has developed a strong coaching career since 2016, spanning youth clubs, high school, and college levels. He currently serves as the Assistant Coach for both the men's and women's volleyball teams at Hunter College.
Title: Men's Head Coach
Position: Right Side
Q brings to NVNL nearly a decade of professional playing experience across elite leagues worldwide and all volleyball styles, including 9-man. A former collegiate captain and award-winning player, he has coached at multiple levels with a focus on skill development, team cohesion, and mental health. He currently serves as the Men's Volleyball Head Coach at Hunter College and looks forward to reconnecting with the 9-man volleyball community.
Title: Youth and Women's Coach
Position: Setter
Ream brings extensive Asian American community organizing experience to NVNL. He is also currently the Head JV Volleyball Coach at The Brearley School. Outside of coaching, he channels his creativity as a graphic designer, designing merchandise for the club.
Position: 31/2
Number: 3
Jushyin is our reluctant yet reliable team captain. When he's not leading the squad with quiet determination, he's deep into games or adding to his ever-growing Gunpla collection.
Community building 9-man volleyball for experienced male players. Tournaments, training, and team events.
Women's youth team focused on building skills, teamwork, and competing in the 9-man circuit and other local tournaments.
Fun, casual open play for co-ed 6s volleyball. Intermediate levels and up.
Coaching and clinics designed for adult beginners to learn fundamentals and improve skills. Tailored to your abilities, personality, and feedback culture.