Emory Spitler begins her first season as an assistant coach at Marietta College in 2026. A two-time AVCA All-American setter for the Pioneers, Spitler joined the staff following her playing career.
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Spitler finished her final season with the Pioneers by reaching three major milestones. First, she was named the Ohio Athletic Conference Player of the Year for the 2025 season, leading the OAC in assists per set (10.55). Demonstrating her all-around skill, she also contributed defensively, averaging 3.1 digs per set, which ranked 12th in the conference. Second, Spitler became the all-time leader in Pioneer volleyball history with 3,975 assists and, lastly, her exceptional performance earned her a second selection to the American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American team.
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In addition to her playing achievements, Spitler has gained valuable coaching experience over the past three seasons. She has coached teams within the Pioneer Volleyball Club program for three years and has worked for Elevation Volleyball Club in Mason, Ohio for the past three summers, where she provided lessons and ran summer camps and clinics.
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Originally from Lebanon, Ohio, Spitler recently received her Bachelor's of Arts Degree in Graphic Design.
