Who is Coach Marci Martinez?

How many years have you coached?

About 25 years now

When did you start coaching for WVC?

I first coached with them in 2009

Have you yourself played volleyball?

I played through high school and still play beach doubles, women's, and coed.

What is your coaching philosophy?

Whether a player wants to play in college or just through high school, coach them the same and give them the skills they need to be successful. There is so much more they learn than just the game of volleyball when they're part of a team that will help them succeed in other parts of their lives.

What is your best suggestion to improve a skill?

Practice, practice, practice. The more times you do a skill the more it becomes muscle memory. You can't just work on something at practice 2-3 times a week, you should try to work in it some every day.

What do you think makes a great player?

Someone who is dedicated.  Someone who gives their all at every practice, every game. It's important that they're a good teammate and that they support their team whether they're on or off the court.