Middle School Athletics

List of 3 members.

• Tatenda Chieza 

  Coach

  t.chieza05@gmail.com
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  Stephanie Roach 

  Middle School Athletics Coordinator & Math Guide

  s.roach@headwaters.org
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  Heidi Yohe 

  Coach

  heidijyohe@gmail.com

  Bio

  Heidi Yohe, originally from Washington state, started playing club volleyball at the age of 10, when her older sister let her borrow her knee pads and told her, “Coaches don’t care if you are the best, they want to see you working hard and being a good teammate, call every ball and have fun!”

  
  She applied this advice and became a talented Outside Hitter on varsity teams and highly competitive travel club programs. Eventually she found her collegiate volleyball career at Springfield College in Massachusetts, where a past alumni invented the game of “Mintonette,” which later changed its name to "Volleyball." She has a deep understanding for the rich history of the sport and a true passion for the game and the people who play it. 
   

  Heidi was awarded New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference Rookie of the Year and First Team honors, Athlete of the Week multiple weeks, and voted Most Valuable player by her coaches and peers. Her senior year, Heidi lead her team to a conference title as the libero and ace leader. She still holds the school record for serve reception percentage and is third for career digs per game. 

  
  At Springfield College, she studied Youth Development and Recreational Leadership. She has always had a passion for working with young people to ensure they are healthy both mentally and physically. She won the prestigious Senior of the Year award for her efforts on the court, in the classroom and working as a camp director for inner city youth. 

   

  Heidi is a Co-founder and Managing Director of Empower Juniors Volleyball Academy. While not Coaching, Heidi loves all things family and adventure. She lives in Austin, TX with her partner and daughter. She enjoys camping, swimming, rock climbing, SUP boarding, yoga and hiking. Heidi is the Outreach and Education Coordinator at Save Our Springs Alliance, she works to educate the community about preserving our natural water resources.