WHO WE ARE

Young girls playing volleyball in a gym, with some preparing to hit or receive the ball.
Two young women high-fiving during a volleyball game in an indoor gym. One woman is holding a volleyball, and the other is wearing a gray shirt with a name tag that reads "Grace." Others are present in the background.

Elevating athletes. Empowering Futures.

Michigan Volleyball Academy (MVA) is West Michigan’s premier volleyball program, dedicated to elevating athletes and empowering futures.

A female volleyball player wearing a red jersey with the number 14 and black shorts is crouching on the court, ready to pass the volleyball. Behind her, several other players are visible, some in white jerseys with black shorts and others in red jerseys, as well as spectators and chairs in the background.

opportunities for every age and skill level.

Since our founding, we’ve been committed to providing athletes of all ages and skill levels with opportunities to learn, compete, and grow — on and off the court.

building confidence, leadership,

and lifelong connections.

At MVA, volleyball is more than a game. It’s a pathway to confidence, leadership, teamwork, and lifelong friendships. From first touches in our youth programs to competing on national stages with our Rise Academy teams, every athlete is supported by a community that believes in their potential.

Group of young girls celebrating, smiling, and cheering indoors.

MVA LEADERSHIP TEAM

At MVA, our leadership team combines high-level competitive experience with a deep commitment to athlete development. We don't just coach skills; we build resilient, high-character competitors through a foundation of rock-solid fundamentals.

  • ABBY AIKEN

    MVA Assistant Director & Recruiting Coordinator

  • JORDYN CARLYLE

    MVA Operations Assistant & MSA Retail Coordinator

  • MADI SANSONE

    MVA Auxiliary Youth Coordinator

  • JESS VREDEVOOGD

    MVA Director of Operations

  • CRAIG VLIETSTRA

    MVA Club Director

  • KENDRA ZWART

    MVA Operations and Auxiliary Programming Coordinator - Lakeshore