BISMARCK, ND – The University of Mary Volleyball Team has announced that Aaron DeKalb will be the Marauders next assistant coach. DeKalb brings a plethora of both playing and coaching experience to the table for UMary. 
 
The native of Placerville, California comes to UMary after spending three seasons as an assistant coach with Cornell University. DeKalb helped Cornell make great strides within the Ivy League, guiding their team to some of their best finishes in recent history. At Cornell, DeKalb handled a wide array of duties from managing team travel, to video editing, to game day operations and assisting with recruiting. 
 
Prior to Cornell, DeKalb's coaching career began as a student coach at Grand View, where he was responsible for the development and training of junior varsity and varsity programs. He has also served as a coach for the Johnston Volleyball Club, Precision Volleyball Club, and Going Gold Volleyball Club. DeKalb also coached one season for the boys' varsity team at Folsom High School. Additionally, DeKalb also spent time at the University of North Carolina as a camp staff coach. 
 
DeKalb began his playing career at Belmont Abbey College and as team captain in 2013 he ranked second overall in NCAA Division II for digs per set. He finished his playing career at Grand View University, winning a conference championship in 2014 and placing third at NAIA Nationals in 2014 and 2015. He then took his talents overseas to play for Bournemouth University and Wessex Volleyball Club in 2018-19.
 
"We are so excited to welcome Aaron to the Marauder Volleyball family.  He will bring a wealth of experience and expertise both from his playing and coaching careers." Stated Head Coach Korie Tetzlaff "In addition, his strong value system and ability to share in our mission of mastery and excellence in all we do will be incredibly valuable to this program."
 
"I was excited to hear that Coach Tetzlaff was hiring an assistant coach for the volleyball program. I have only heard positive comments about Korie's coaching, playing, and most importantly her character which initially attracted me to the position." Stated Aaron DeKalb "After talking to Korie during the interview process and learning more about the University of Mary I was eagerly looking forward to become a Marauder. I am thankful for Korie and the University for giving me this opportunity to grow and be a part of the UMary family. I would also like to thank my previous coaches, mentors, and family for the support that I have received during the process. I can't wait to get in the gym and witness what it truly means to be a Marauder!"
 
DeKalb has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sports Management from Grand View University and is pursuing his Masters of Science in Sports Management from Bournemouth University.
 

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