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Elmira College Department of Athletics
(607) 735-1730 ecathletics@elmira.edu |
Coaches
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Coaching Staff
Head Volleyball & Softball Coach & Dir. of Physical Education
Ms. Rhonda Faunce
(607) 735-1732
Volleyball
Rhonda Faunce is entering her 21st season as the Head Volleyball Coach at Elmira College . During her tenure with the team, Faunce coached the Soaring Eagles to three NCAA tournament appearances, an ECAC Championship, an Empire 8 Championship and eleven New York State Women’s Collegiate Association (NYSWCAA) tournament invitations. In 2000, Faunce earned the Empire 8 Coach of the Year, as well as American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Northeast Region Co-Coach of the Year honors. That same season she was presented the prestigious NYSWCAA Service Award, given for outstanding contributions to New York State Women’s Intercollegiate Athletics.
In 2006, Faunce claimed her 400th win for the Purple and Gold. After a 10-16 effort in 2007, she stands at 417 career victories – ranking her 24th on the NCAA Division III all-time list. A defensive minded coach, Faunce’s squad averaged 22.57 digs in 2007, ranking them 17th among all NCAA Division III schools.
Under Coach Faunce’s watch six players have earned AVCA Regional All-America honors. In addition, two Soaring Eagles have been named Academic All-Americans, and two were named NYSWCAA scholar-athletes.
A native of Great Bend, New York, Faunce earned a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Ithaca College in 1985. Two years later she received a master’s degree from Ithaca in Teaching Behaviors and Sport Psychology. As an undergraduate, Faunce was twice named an Honorable Mention All-American in volleyball, while guiding the Bombers to two New York State championships and two NCAA appearances.
In addition to her volleyball duties at Elmira College , Faunce is the Head Softball Coach, Director of Physical Education, and Coordinator of the Locke Pool.
Rhonda Faunce is entering her 21st season as the Head Volleyball Coach at Elmira College . During her tenure with the team, Faunce coached the Soaring Eagles to three NCAA tournament appearances, an ECAC Championship, an Empire 8 Championship and eleven New York State Women’s Collegiate Association (NYSWCAA) tournament invitations. In 2000, Faunce earned the Empire 8 Coach of the Year, as well as American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Northeast Region Co-Coach of the Year honors. That same season she was presented the prestigious NYSWCAA Service Award, given for outstanding contributions to New York State Women’s Intercollegiate Athletics.
In 2006, Faunce claimed her 400th win for the Purple and Gold. After a 10-16 effort in 2007, she stands at 417 career victories – ranking her 24th on the NCAA Division III all-time list. A defensive minded coach, Faunce’s squad averaged 22.57 digs in 2007, ranking them 17th among all NCAA Division III schools.
Under Coach Faunce’s watch six players have earned AVCA Regional All-America honors. In addition, two Soaring Eagles have been named Academic All-Americans, and two were named NYSWCAA scholar-athletes.
A native of Great Bend, New York, Faunce earned a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Ithaca College in 1985. Two years later she received a master’s degree from Ithaca in Teaching Behaviors and Sport Psychology. As an undergraduate, Faunce was twice named an Honorable Mention All-American in volleyball, while guiding the Bombers to two New York State championships and two NCAA appearances.
In addition to her volleyball duties at Elmira College , Faunce is the Head Softball Coach, Director of Physical Education, and Coordinator of the Locke Pool.
Softball
Rhoda Faunce is entering her 21st season as Head Softball Coach at Elmira College . Her list of achievements includes two ECAC tournament appearances, three Empire 8 Championship tournaments and eight New York State Women’s Collegiate Association (NYSWCAA) tournament invitations. In 2000, Faunce was presented the prestigious NYSWCAA Service Award for outstanding contributions to New York State Women’s Intercollegiate Athletics.
In 2003, Faunce achieved a milestone, earning her 200th win at Elmira College . A 14-12 record in 2008 moved Faunce to 230 career victories. She currently holds the program’s all-time record for victories.
During her tenure, six players have earned All-Conference honors. She also had several All-State selections, a NYSWCAA scholar-athlete, and an Academic All-American.
A native of Great Bend, New York, Faunce earned a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Ithaca College in 1985. Two years later she received a master’s degree from Ithaca in Teaching Behaviors and Sport Psychology. As an undergraduate, Faunce was twice named an Honorable Mention All-American in volleyball, while guiding the Bombers to two New York State championships and two NCAA appearances.
In addition to her softball duties at Elmira College , Faunce is the Head Volleyball Coach, Director of Physical Education, and Coordinator of the Locke Pool.
Rhoda Faunce is entering her 21st season as Head Softball Coach at Elmira College . Her list of achievements includes two ECAC tournament appearances, three Empire 8 Championship tournaments and eight New York State Women’s Collegiate Association (NYSWCAA) tournament invitations. In 2000, Faunce was presented the prestigious NYSWCAA Service Award for outstanding contributions to New York State Women’s Intercollegiate Athletics.
In 2003, Faunce achieved a milestone, earning her 200th win at Elmira College . A 14-12 record in 2008 moved Faunce to 230 career victories. She currently holds the program’s all-time record for victories.
During her tenure, six players have earned All-Conference honors. She also had several All-State selections, a NYSWCAA scholar-athlete, and an Academic All-American.
A native of Great Bend, New York, Faunce earned a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Ithaca College in 1985. Two years later she received a master’s degree from Ithaca in Teaching Behaviors and Sport Psychology. As an undergraduate, Faunce was twice named an Honorable Mention All-American in volleyball, while guiding the Bombers to two New York State championships and two NCAA appearances.
In addition to her softball duties at Elmira College , Faunce is the Head Volleyball Coach, Director of Physical Education, and Coordinator of the Locke Pool.
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Asst Volleyball Coach and Head JV Volleyball Coach
Mr. Jeffrey Lennox
Jeff Lennox
enters his first season as Assistant Volleyball Coach.
Lennox, a 2008 graduate of Juniata College , earned a B.S. in
Accounting during his time as an undergraduate.
Coach Lennox spent last season as the head coach of the 18-and-under Nittany Valley Juniors Club, a program dedicated to developing young players in State College, PA. Earlier that year Lennox coached the Kaepa Lions Pride Club’s 17-and-under team to a first place finish in the March Mania Tournament. Midseason Lennox assumed head coach responsibilities of the Club’s 18-and-under team and helped them to an East Coast Championship title.
Since 2005, Lennox served as an assistant for the Huntingdon Area High School Boy’s and Girl’s Volleyball teams. His efforts resulted in four District Championships and four First Team All-State honorees. As a first year student at Juniata, Lennox was a team manager for the 2004 National Championship Women’s Volleyball team.
In addition to his responsibilities as Assistant Volleyball Coach, Lennox will serve as the Junior Varsity Volleyball Head Coach. He will also pursue a master’s degree at Elmira College.
Coach Lennox spent last season as the head coach of the 18-and-under Nittany Valley Juniors Club, a program dedicated to developing young players in State College, PA. Earlier that year Lennox coached the Kaepa Lions Pride Club’s 17-and-under team to a first place finish in the March Mania Tournament. Midseason Lennox assumed head coach responsibilities of the Club’s 18-and-under team and helped them to an East Coast Championship title.
Since 2005, Lennox served as an assistant for the Huntingdon Area High School Boy’s and Girl’s Volleyball teams. His efforts resulted in four District Championships and four First Team All-State honorees. As a first year student at Juniata, Lennox was a team manager for the 2004 National Championship Women’s Volleyball team.
In addition to his responsibilities as Assistant Volleyball Coach, Lennox will serve as the Junior Varsity Volleyball Head Coach. He will also pursue a master’s degree at Elmira College.
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