
LJ Marx
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17 years of NCAA coaching experience (Mens and Womens volleyball)
Marquette University asst coach and Interim Head Coach - 2 years
Carthage College Mens Head Coach- 15 years
2x AVCA National Coach of the year
5x Conference Coach of the year
10x NCAA Tournament appearances
Individual players developed:
31 AVCA All Americans
3 AVCA National Freshmen of the Year
2 National Players of the Year
9 Conference Players of the Year
Over 50 All- Conference Players
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Skills: Setting, Defense, Attacking
Positions: Setter
Ages: All
Genders: All
Club-Affiliations: None -
My core philosophy centers on developing each athlete’s individual skills, fostering a genuine enjoyment for the game, and guiding players through a journey of personal and athletic growth. I believe that when athletes are encouraged to love the process of improvement, supported in mastering the fundamentals, and placed in a positive environment, they become not just better players—but better people.
My priority is to help each athlete develop strong technical skills, with an emphasis on the core fundamentals and advanced skill techniques, Through purposeful, high-repetition training tailored to individual needs, I aim to build confident, consistent, and versatile players. Volleyball should be fun. While we work hard and pursue excellence, I strive to create an atmosphere where players look forward to coming to the gym, where athletes will work to develop creativity and self-expression in play.
I value long-term growth over short-term results. This means taking the time to correct technique, provide detailed feedback, and give athletes the tools to self-assess and improve on their own. Volleyball should be fun. While we work hard and pursue excellence, I strive to create an atmosphere where players look forward to coming to the gym, where athletes will work to develop creativity and self-expression in play.
I encourage open dialogue, set clear expectations, and work to build a trusting environment where athletes feel safe to take risks and grow to reach THEIR GOALS!
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Please note: LJ works exclusively with athletes ages 14 and up at this time.