14s Girls Regional Head: Jessica Slaughter
Coach Jessica Slaughter, originally from Cleveland, Ohio, has played volleyball since sixth grade. After competing for two years at the varsity level, she continued her career at Notre Dame College in Ohio. A lifelong libero, she brings extensive defensive knowledge and a positive, development-focused coaching style to No Panic Volleyball Club.
Coaching Experience and Specialization
- Three years coaching seventh-grade volleyball
- One season as a freshman high school assistant coach
- One season as a boys varsity assistant coach
- Experienced in coaching every position on the court
- Specializes in passing, defensive strategy, and reading the game
- Helps players build confidence and consistency in the back row
Career Highlights and Achievements
- Played collegiate volleyball at Notre Dame College
- Named Defensive Player of the Year
- Helped launch a new boys volleyball program
- Developed beginner athletes into a united and supportive team
- Helped players advance and continue competing at higher levels
Coaching Philosophy
“Success starts with growth, respect, and a positive attitude.”
Coach Jessica believes every athlete can improve through hard work, a positive mindset, and the right support. She creates a respectful environment where players feel confident, challenged, and encouraged to become the best versions of themselves both on and off the court.
She builds team culture by celebrating effort and improvement, setting clear expectations, encouraging teamwork, and ensuring every athlete feels valued.
Vision for the Season
Coach Jessica’s goal is to build a team culture centered on teamwork and respect. She wants her athletes to develop strong fundamentals, compete at a high level, support one another, and have fun throughout the season.
Her advice to players is simple: Keep working hard, stay coachable, and trust the process. Focus on getting a little better each day, and the results will follow.
Off the Court
Jessica enjoys cooking, baking, reading, and running. She loves trying new recipes, getting lost in a good book, and staying active.
Fun Fact: She is currently studying both Korean and French and enjoys learning about different languages and cultures.