Asst Director - Junior Development Program / 16 Boys Head Coach: Gabriela Reda
Coach Gabriela Reda, originally from Sparkill, New York, brings over 20 years of volleyball experience and a passion for health, wellness, and holistic athlete development to No Panic Volleyball Club.
Coaching Experience and Specialization
- Head Coach for 16U Boys and Assistant Director of the Junior Development Program
- Coached 14U girls and 15U boys to multiple bracket medals
- Assistant Director for Summer Sports & Discovery Camp
- Youth basketball coach in NYC (ages 12–18)
- Volleyball skills camp instructor and adult league director at the YMCA
- Specializes in:
- All-around skill development rooted in beach volleyball foundation
- Mental resilience, confidence, and structured, game-like training
- Technical focus on serving, passing, attacking, and defense
- Building disciplined, supportive, and hardworking teams
Career Highlights and Achievements
- All-League Athlete, Varsity Volleyball – Section 1, New York
- Silver Medal, TWAX Adult Co-Ed Tournament (2025)
- Featured on The Journal News front page (2008)
- Competed in local tournaments in Argentina (2010–2012)
- Coached youth athletes into making their high school volleyball teams
- Completed two half-marathons in 2024
Certifications and Credentials
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
- USA Volleyball IMPACT Certified
- SafeSport Certified
- Bachelor of Science in Public Health
Why She Loves Volleyball and Coaching Philosophy
Coach Gabriela fell in love with volleyball in 7th grade and brings a coaching style that’s supportive, structured, and rooted in fundamentals. She emphasizes game-like play, smart decision-making, and the integration of wellness into athletic growth. Her mission is to develop confident, resilient athletes who thrive both on and off the court.
Personal Interests and Fun Fact
Outside of volleyball, Coach Gabriela enjoys arts and crafts, baking with whole food ingredients, camping, hiking, dancing, and music. She has a lifelong passion for fitness, having competed in track and field, worked as a lifeguard for over 10 years, and recently completed two half-marathons in 2024. Her next goal? A triathlon!
Fun Fact: Gabriela was an EMT for seven years.
Vision for the Future
Coach Gabriela is committed to helping athletes earn medals, grow as teammates, and qualify for AAU Nationals. With discipline, effort, and a champion mindset, she aims to shape well-rounded players who bring strength and positivity to every game and every day.