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Emma Zuffelato

San Luis Obispo

Summary

Dynamic coach specializing in athlete development and mentorship. Well versed in practice planning and injury prevention, fostering a culture of accountability and growth. Strong communicator dedicated to enhancing performance and instilling a competitive mindset in young athletes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Coach

Cal Poly Men's Club Beach Volleyball
San Luis Obispo
09.2023 - Current
  • Designed training sessions and guided competitive strategies.
  • Built team culture and promoted accountability and growth among student-athletes.

Private Coach (Beach & Indoor Volleyball)

Private Volleyball Coaching
Santa Barbara & San Luis Obispo
06.2021 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one and small group instruction tailored to athletes' individual goals.
  • Improved players' technical skills, tactical understanding, and confidence.

Beach Volleyball Coach

East Beach Volleyball Academy
Santa Barbara
06.2019 - Current
  • Coached athletes ages [7-17] in technique, strategy, and mental aspects of beach volleyball.
  • Developed personalized training plans to improve player performance.
  • Mentored athletes in sportsmanship, goal-setting, and competitive mindset.

Director and Counselor

Westmont College Summer Sports Camps
Santa Barbara
06.2017 - Current
  • Coached children in multiple sports, fostering athletic development and teamwork.
  • Designed engaging drills and activities to promote skill-building in a fun environment.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to ensure safe, inclusive, and positive experiences.

Frosh/Soph Indoor Volleyball Coach

Santa Barbara High School
Santa Barbara
08.2025 - 09.2025
  • Head coach of the girls' frosh/soph indoor team.
  • Led practices, created match strategies, and developed athletes' fundamental skills.
  • Provided mentorship to young athletes, balancing academics and athletics.

Student Athletic Trainer

Santa Barbara High School
Santa Barbara
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Assisted athletes with injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies.
  • Provided first aid and emergency care during athletic events.
  • Performed therapeutic treatments such as taping, stretching, massage, ice packs and heat therapy.
  • Provided immediate care to injured athletes on site.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology

California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo

Sports Medicine Pathway Graduate -

Santa Barbara High School
Santa Barbara

Skills

  • Athlete development & mentorship
  • Practice & game planning
  • Youth sports coaching
  • Team leadership & collaboration
  • Strong communication & motivational skills
  • Injury rehabilitation & prevention

Athletic Experience

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo | Division I Beach Volleyball Player

  • Competed at the highest collegiate level in beach volleyball.
  • Developed advanced athletic, leadership, and teamwork skills.

References

Todd Rogers

Head Beach Volleyball Coach | Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

(805)748-3084 | torogers@calpoly.edu

Jill Wolf

Director of Westmont Sports Camps | Westmont College, Santa Barbara, CA

(805)895-8804 | jillwolf@cox.net

Kristin Hempy

Program Director for Girls Volleyball | Santa Barbara High School

(805)448-3259 | khempy@sbunified.org

Timeline

Frosh/Soph Indoor Volleyball Coach

Santa Barbara High School
08.2025 - 09.2025

Coach

Cal Poly Men's Club Beach Volleyball
09.2023 - Current

Student Athletic Trainer

Santa Barbara High School
08.2021 - 06.2022

Private Coach (Beach & Indoor Volleyball)

Private Volleyball Coaching
06.2021 - Current

Beach Volleyball Coach

East Beach Volleyball Academy
06.2019 - Current

Director and Counselor

Westmont College Summer Sports Camps
06.2017 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology

California Polytechnic State University

Sports Medicine Pathway Graduate -

Santa Barbara High School

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