Michelle Abshire –

2024 Metro KC Female Coach of the Year

Volleyball, Blue Valley West HS, MAVS, Blue Valley Rec

Coach Abshire’s podcast interview

What was shared about Coach Abshire:

Michelle Abshire is a passionate, hard-working, and dedicated coach. She has been a staple on the volleyball sidelines for decades. Her passion for the sport is contagious, inspiring her team to push beyond their limits and strive for excellence on and off the court. She is fiercely competitive, but she is equally as loving and caring. She prepares her student-athletes for the highest level of competition by developing their skills, teaching them a variety of game strategies, and building their confidence to face any challenge that comes their way. Coach Abshire is one of the most successful coaches in our area (and nationally), but the wins and losses do not define how impactful she truly is. She spends countless hours fostering positive relationships with her players, shaping their character, and mentoring them so they may enjoy continued success outside of the game. Michelle goes above and beyond to ensure that her players feel supported and valued. She is a remarkable coach and I support her wholeheartedly for the Community for Coaches Coach of the Year award.

Amy Hoffsommer-Griffin

Volleyball, Olathe West HS

Coach Hoffsommer-Griffin’s podcast interview

What was shared about Coach Hoffsommer-Griffin:  Amy Hoffsommer-Griffin has consistently demonstrated unparalleled dedication and an unmatched level of care for the student-athletes in the Olathe West volleyball program. Volleyball, and sports, in general, is not just about wins and losses; it’s about the profound impact a coach can have on the lives of their players. Amy embodies this sentiment wholeheartedly. She works tirelessly to not only foster players’ skills but also to instill valuable life lessons, leadership skills, and a sense of belonging among all members of the Olathe West program. She builds confidence in the players that help them compete at the highest level on the court, but it also helps them tackle any challenge they may face in their personal lives. She empowers the young women in the program to be strong, independent, and determined. Under Coach Hoffsommer-Griffin’s guidance, the Olathe West volleyball program has enjoyed a tremendous amount of success, and it is a direct reflection of her hard work. She is more than deserving to be awarded the Community for Coaches Coach of the Year award.

Aaron Davidson

Cross Country/Track, Blue Valley West HS

Coach Davidson’s podcast interview

What was shared about Coach Davidson:  Aaron demonstrates his faith by pouring into the lives of his athletes. He was the head coach at Shawnee Mission North High School for a number of years before transitioning to Blue Valley recently. He has made a huge impact in the district and among his fellow coaches, both at SMN and at BVW.

Adam Olerich

Basketball, Olathe North HS

Coach Olerich’s podcast interview

What was shared about Coach Olerich:  Adam constantly uses basketball to teach high school boys at Olathe North life lessons and that success comes from hard work and being about the right stuff.