Meet the Coaches

Lindsey Devine

Lindsey Devine is entering her 5th year with KVC. Lindsey is CAP 1 and Impact certified. She has coached at various USA Volleyball clinics/camps. She has completed her eighth season as head coach for ETSU.

Devine is a graduate of York University in Toronto, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Physical Education in 1988, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Education in 1990. Devine played outside hitter for York from 1984-1988, helping her team to four all-province titles, along with a bronze medal at the 1985 National Championships.

Devine began her coaching career with Durham Attack Volleyball Club, one of the top amateur programs in Ontario. She served as the assistant coach from 1997-99 for Durham Attack’s 17 Boys Elite Team, and helped coach back-to-back National Championships. She was named Coach of the Year following the 1999-2000 season.

She initially got her start in Johnson City in 2002-03, serving as co-coach for the Buccaneer Volleyball Club’s 18-year-old elite team. In 2003, she was the volunteer coach with the ETSU Volleyball program.

Devine resides in Kingsport, Tenn., with husband Carl, and two children Megan and Owen.

Stacey Cleek

Stacey Cleek is entering her 4th year with KVC. She has assisted coaching the conference champion volleyball team at Ross N. Robinson middle school for 2 years. Stacey also coaches up-and-coming players in Kingsport Youth Volleyball.

Stacey played high school volleyball for Sullivan South High School under Sherry Hooks. Her textbook form and attitude on the court resulted in active collegiate recruitment by 13 colleges and universities. Stacey chose to play under Kelly Andrews at ETSU where she was nominated for freshman of the year within the Southern Conference.

Stacey has been a volunteer and private coach for 7 years. She is driven to this commitment by much more than a love for the game. It is Stacey’s greatest desire to help form and promote the next generation of influential leaders. The principles and discipline required for success in volleyball have proven to be an amazing catalyst to this effect.

LeAnn Farthing

 LeAnn is entering her 5th year with KVC. LeAnn is a 2000 graduate of Sullivan North High School where she graduated with Honors and perfect attendance while playing volleyball, basketball, and softball. She received the prestigious award of ALL-STATE in volleyball her senior year. She continued her career in volleyball and softball at Montreat College.

She received a Bachelor's of Science degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Mathematics. After graduating, LeAnn returned home to Kingsport, Tennessee where she began teaching and coaching at the middle school level. LeAnn is currently working on her Master's in Secondary Education through King College.

Her philosophy in coaching is to not only teach the game of volleyball, but to also teach life skills and a work ethic that will enable players to become successful in today's society.

Rachel Cooper

Rachel Cooper is entering her 4th year with KVC. She is an assistant volleyball coach at ETSU. Rachel came to ETSU in 2006 following a four-year career as a starting outside hitter for the Mississippi State Bulldogs. During her time at MSU, she was named to both the President’s and the Dean’s List, as well as being nominated to the CoSIDA Academic All-America team. She graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in elementary education from MSU. She completed her master’s degree in sport management from ETSU.

A native of Roscoe, Ill., Rachel finished her volleyball career third all time in kills (1,405), a two-year captain and team most valuable player. She was also the first Bulldog player ever named SEC Player of the Week. An academic standout, Rachel was an MSU Bulldog Honor Roll and SEC Volleyball Academic Honor Roll selection.

Jamie Taylor

Jamie Taylor is entering her 1st year with KVC. Jamie is a graduate of King College in Bristol, TN, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Behavioral Science in 2000. She played volleyball under Coach Susie Toomey, where in her senior year the Lady Tornado team earned their first appearance in the NAIA National Tournament.

Jamie played both basketball and volleyball at Sullivan Central High School. She has coached Kingsport Youth Volleyball for two years and enjoys teaching young players the fundamentals of the game. Jamie continues her love of the game by playing both women’s and co-ed leagues throughout the year. Currently, Jamie is working at Robinson Middle School in Kingsport and pursuing her Master of Arts degree in Education from East Tennessee State University.

Tara Sunquist

Tara Sunquist is entering her 2nd year with KVC. She graduated from the University of North Florida in 2006 with a Bachelor of Business Administration. While in college, Tara coached club ball in the Jacksonville Juniors organization. Tara was a scholarship player for the North Florida volleyball team. She was the 2006 team captain and had the school record for digs in a season. Tara has coached National club teams. She was the assistant volleyball coach for UNC Charlotte where she specialized in training defense and passing. She also was the goals coach for outside hitters and liberos.

Beth Snapp

Beth Snapp is entering her 5th year with KVC. She played volleyball at Dobyns Bennett and graduated from high school in 2003. She played as a defensive specialist and libero at Milligan College. Beth began coaching youth league at age 15.

Beth is completing her master's degree in Occupational Therapy at Milligan College focusing on pediatrics and sensory integration.

Bryan Dean

Bryan Dean is entering 2nd year with KVC. He currently teaches and coaches volleyball at Robinson Middle School. He graduated from SUU in 1999 with two bachelor's degrees, one in Education grades 1-8 and the other in Special Education. Bryan played volleyball, basketball and football in high school graduating in Las Vegas, NV.

Bryan enjoys playing recreational volleyball in local leagues. He is very excited to be working with young players to teach the fundamentals, as well as a solid knowledge of the game. Brian's primary goals to promote good sportsmanship, create a love for the game, emphasize the importance of team, and build a strong work ethic.

Bryan coached the Robinson JV Team to a second place finish in 2009. He has also coached his own children's teams in soccer for the past 6 years. Bryan is married to Myranda and they have 4 beautiful children: Benjy, Tomas, Dafney & Calvin. He has served significant time on the mission field.
Kendra Harrold

Kendra Harrold is entering her 2nd year with KVC. She has co-coached the Junior Varsity Team at Sullivan South for 1 year. Kendra also coaches up-and –coming players in both Kingsport and Sullivan County recreation leagues.

Kendra played high school volleyball for Sullivan South under Sherry Hooks helping win the State Title her senior year and received All-State honors. Kendra was recruited by several colleges before selecting Tennessee Technological University to continue her playing career and earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering. While working at Eastman, Kendra also received her MBA from the University of Tennessee and is now a Global Industry Leader in Marketing.
 

Kristan Provchy

Kristan Provchy is entering her first year with KVC. Kristan, a native from Norton, OH, was a 4 year volleyball player for East Tennessee State University and a 2-time captain. She was a member of the 2006 team that was regular season conference champions. She has been named to Atlantic Sun All Academic Team all 4 years, has been a 2-time team academic MVP, and has made Dean’s List all 4 years. She has coached at ETSU’s summer camps for 3 years in addition to different youth camps in Norton (OH) and has volunteered coaching for KVC last year with different teams. Kristan expects to graduate from ETSU in December 2010 with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in English with the goal of continuing her education at medical school.