Kaelyn Saler has been appointed as the new assistant coach for the Northwest Nazarene Nighthawks volleyball team. NNU's Director of Athletics and Head Coach Doug English expressed enthusiasm about Saler's ability to connect with athletes and her expertise in areas crucial for team development. Saler previously played at the University of the Pacific, where she stood out as a middle blocker, and has experience coaching at the club and high school levels in Northern California.

By the Numbers
  • Saler appeared in 12 matches for the University of the Pacific with four starts in 2021.
  • She recorded a career-high 26 blocks, averaging 0.72 blocks per set during her junior year.
State of Play
  • Saler aims to leverage her coaching experience to bolster the Nighthawks' volleyball program.
  • Head Coach Doug English, who has led the team since 2013, sees Saler's addition as a significant enhancement to the coaching staff.
What's Next

As Saler integrates into the coaching staff, she is expected to bring innovative training techniques and strategies to improve the team's performance for the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

The addition of Kaelyn Saler reflects NNU's commitment to strengthening its volleyball program and developing athlete potential, promising an impactful coaching approach that emphasizes relational skills and technical expertise.