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Amy Ratzlaff
Head Volleyball Coach/Associate Athletic Director/PE Instructor
Email: amyr@tabor.edu
Phone: 620-947-3121 ext. 1310
Length of time at Tabor: Since 1999
Athletic background
I began my collegiate career as a player at Bethel College. We won two conference championships and I was awarded KCAC player of the year in 1994. Tabor Volleyball has been consecutive KCAC Champions for six years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006. We’ve advanced to the regional tournament in ‘03, ‘05, ‘06 and I was awarded Coach of the Year in ‘01, ‘02, ‘03.
Of the 70 women I have had the privilege to work with, 19 have continued on to coach volleyball at different levels.
Academic background
I have my teaching degree and taught in the public school system for 5 years.
Family
I am married with 4 children. I also grew up and now live in Hillsboro, KS.
Coaching style
My goal as a coach is to create a playing field where all athletes can grow and play at the top of their ability. Our everyday team atmosphere is a desire to follow Philippians 4:8: Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. I believe that if we follow those principles and are focused on excellence, the winning becomes the reward for a job well done.
What is special about athletics at Tabor?
I enjoy the relationships that I am allowed to form with my players on and off the court. I believe the athletes are surrounded by great people which results in students leaving Tabor with a tremendous support system behind them.
How do you integrate faith into your coaching?
To me, personal growth is the one thing I desire the most for my players. Athletics has a way of empowering women to have a confident voice. As they become more confident, their desire to grow becomes apparent. We provide many opportunities for the players to grow through devotions, prayer partners, and bible studies.
