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We are excited to welcome Jim Stone to NORCO as the new Technical Director! Jim will be working with athletes and coaches to develop our club to higher levels. He will be working with all age groups in practice and tournaments to provide feedback and help build the technical skill and knowledge of each team and player.

Jim Stone is one of volleyball’s most celebrated coaches of all time.  He coached at Ohio State University for 26 years where he led the Buckeyes to 15 NCAA Tournament appearances and reached the Final Four in 1991 and 1994.  During his collegiate career, Jim coached 60 all-conference players, 15 Olympic Sports Festival participants, 37 all-region selections and 22 All-Americans. Four of his players have played for the Canadian and two for the United States National teams.

Since retiring as head coach at Ohio State in 2007, Jim has been busy working within the USA Volleyball High Performance pipeline serving as head coach of the U.S. Girls’ Youth National Team. He served as head coach for the U.S. Girls’ Youth National Team 2008-2013 as well as the assistant coach for the U.S. Women’s National Team during its gold-medal performance at the FIVB World Grand Prix.  Jim also coached at NORCO for 6 seasons where his teams qualified for Girls’ Junior National Championships at Open or National every season.  

Final RMR Rankings for 2025

17 Black - #1 - 19-5 overall record, American USAV
18 Black - #2 - 17-5 overall record, National USAV 10th place
15 Black - #2 - 18-5 overall record, National USAV
13 Black - #2 - 27-10 overall record, Patriot USAV
12 Black - #2 - 26-5 overall record, National USAV
11 Black - #3 - 14-11 overall record (in 12s)
16 Black - #5 - 14-8 overall record, National USAV
17 Blue - #6 - 20-8 overall record, Patriot USA
14 Black - #11 - 12-8 overall record, Patriot USAV

CONGRATS to Elliott Mickelberry on her commitment to the University of Cincinnati.  Learn about her journey in her own words:

"I started playing volleyball my freshman year of high school and quickly fell in love with the sport. After joining club, I realized that if I wanted to play at the collegiate level, I needed to improve quickly—so I committed to getting extra reps whenever I could. My senior year, I switched to Norco, where I grew significantly as a player, gained more opportunities, and continued to develop through hard work, being coachable, and taking constructive criticism. 

Throughout my 3.5-year recruiting journey, I stayed patient and focused, knowing I wanted to find a school that challenged me both athletically and academically. That patience paid off, and now I’m so excited to announce that l will be continuing my athletic and academic career at the University of Cincinnati, playing Division I volleyball! I am incredibly grateful for my family for always supporting me throughout my volleyball journey. A huge thank you to Coach Tomic, Zheng, Ali, and Sean for this amazing opportunity to play at the next level. I also want to thank my current coaches Dana Burkhlder and Makena Ehlert, as well as my teammates, for always pushing me to be the best I can be. And to God, for blessing me with the ability to pursue my passion. I can't wait to begin this next chapter-  Go Bearcats!!!"

CONGRATS to our Graduating Seniors!

Player - College/University
Larkin Hall - MorningsideMakayla Dorsey - Black Hills
Hailey Hall - Belmont Abbey
Gentry Jensen - Doane
Kayla Kauffmann - Northwestern
Taryn McGonigle - Malone
Peyton McLeod - Black Hills
Elliott Mickelberry - Cincinnati State
Allie Nowak - S. Dakota School of Mines
Kaylee Piepho - Sacramento State
Sienna Thatcher - Colorado Mesa
Gabby Valencia - Cal State Stanislaus
Alyssa Sava - William Peace
Maisie Dutcher - Northeastern JC

CONGRATS NORCO TEAMS!!
USAV NATIONAL QUALIFIERS:
18 BLACK
17 BLACK
16 BLACK
15 BLACK - bid from region and SLC qualifier
12 BLACK

GREAT FINISHES
17 BLUE (7th!)
16 BLUE
15 BLUE
14 BLACK (4th!)
13 BLACK (6th!)
13 BLUE (8th!)
11 BLACK (3rd!)

Upcoming Programs

Club Tryouts - July and September 2025

Prime - April 2025 (reg opens Nov 22)

Academy - May 2025 (reg opening soon)

Club Season -November-June 2026 (tryouts complete)

All Programs - seasonal and always evolving!

Private Lessons - contact our office!

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A New Chapter for NORCO Volleyball

Sometimes, it seems like fate has a plan all along.

Forty years ago, NORCO Volleyball began as a vision—a place where young athletes could grow, learn, and thrive. At the heart of it all was Cathy Mahaffey, a coach, mentor, and leader who dedicated decades to building something truly special. Cathy’s unwavering commitment to players, coaches, and families turned NORCO into a community, a family, and a place where young athletes could find their passion and their confidence.

But as one incredible chapter ends, another begins. On August 15, Cathy will be stepping down as NORCO’s Executive Director, and we are proud to announce Lindsey Blahauvietz as her successor.

Lindsey’s connection to NORCO began over two decades ago as a standout player. She was named to All-Region Teams at 12, 14, 16, and 18U, earned national medals at 14U and 18U, and capped her playing career with an All-American title at 18U. Her talent took her to Colorado State University, where she became a record-setting libero, earning MWC Defensive Player of the Year and becoming an all-time leader in digs. Her legacy was further cemented with her 2024 induction into the CSU Walk of Champions.

But Lindsey’s impact didn’t stop on the court. As a coach at NORCO, a 14-year Head Coach at Fort Collins High School, a member of the NORCO Board of Directors since 2017, and a dedicated physical education teacher for over 20 years, Lindsey has shaped the lives of countless young athletes. Her leadership, knowledge, and passion make her the perfect choice to guide NORCO’s next chapter.

Reflecting on her time with NORCO, Cathy shared, "What an honor to be involved in such an amazing organization. The relationships built with all the coaches, players, and their parents all these years have enriched my life more than anyone could possibly know. It takes a very committed person to spend most of their life being devoted to so many young student-athletes, and I never lost sight of appreciating that opportunity. I always strived to put the players first.

Personally, I could not be happier knowing Lindsey is the person she was back when she started at age 12 and the incredible woman she is now. NORCO is so lucky to have a leader that is selfless and devoted to the members as Lindsey will be."

Join us in celebrating Cathy’s incredible legacy and welcoming Lindsey Blahauvietz as our new Executive Director. The future is bright, and NORCO’s story is just getting started.