YOUR ATHLETE HAS THE DRIVE.


LET'S BUILD HER GAME.


Elevate Your Game. Own Your Journey.


Personalized volleyball coaching, player development, and recruiting guidance for female athletes ready to build confidence, sharpen their skills, and take their game to the next level.

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FIND YOUR ELEVATE PROGRAM


ELEVATE 30 RECRUIT™

Build Your Recruiting Game Plan.


For athletes who want to play college volleyball but need guidance navigating the recruiting process.


  • Personalized recruiting assessment
  • Film and recruiting education
  • Individualized action plan and mentorship

ELEVATE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT™

More Confidence. Better Skills. Stronger Game.


For athletes who want to improve their position-specific skills, consistency, confidence, and volleyball IQ.


  • Individual skill and film assessment
  • Position-specific development
  • Personalized coaching and mentorship


ELEVATE PDRH™

Develop Your Game. Prepare for Your Future.


For athletes seeking both player development and personalized college recruiting guidance.


  • Player and recruiting assessments
  • Skill development and film breakdown
  • Combined coaching, recruiting guidance, and mentorship


IS YOUR DAUGHTER READY TO ELEVATE?


Not every athlete gets the individual attention she needs during team practices. Sometimes, a little more guidance can make a meaningful difference.


ELEVATE is for the athlete who:


  • Works hard but needs more individual attention to improve.
  • Wants to build confidence, consistency, and a bigger role on her team.
  • Has dreams of playing college volleyball but needs a clear direction.

We meet athletes where they are and help them work toward where they want to go.

Meet Coach Fiona

National Champion. All-American. Collegiate & Professional Volleyball Coach.

Aloha! I'm Coach Fiona Fonoti.


From winning a National Championship at the University of Nebraska to coaching at the collegiate and professional levels, volleyball has given me the opportunity to mentor athletes both on and off the court.


I created Elevate Volleyball Academy because I believe every athlete deserves individual attention, honest feedback, and someone who believes in her potential.


My approach combines skill development, volleyball IQ, mentorship, and accountability to help athletes grow with confidence and purpose.


Elevate Your Game. Own Your Journey.



Nebraska National Champion | 3× All-American | Former Power Four Collegiate Coach | DC Flight Assistant Coach



REAL ATHLETES. REAL GROWTH.

Confidence, skill development, and meaningful relationships are at the heart of Elevate Volleyball Academy.

Hear from athletes and families who have experienced Coach Fiona's approach to coaching and mentorship.


"Working with Fiona always puts a smile on my face. She is so good at cultivating a relationship with her players while also teaching technique at a high level. I owe a lot of my success to Fiona!"


Ava LeGrand-Swanson

Setter | Kansas State University

"Coach Fi’s deep love for the game is contagious, and her drive to be the best coach she can possibly be inspires everyone around her. She held me to the highest standards and pushed my limits, but always made sure I knew she cared for me on and off of the court."


Kamiah Gibson
Setter | Ohio State University / West Virginia University

"The warmups, EDD’s and footwork have really helped her the most with her setting, specifically the shuffling drills on the corner of the court. She said learning the correct footwork helped her get to the ball faster so that she had proper time to get in the same rhythm every time she sets."


Elevate Volleyball Academy Parent
Setter Development

READY TO ELEVATE?

Your daughter's development doesn't stop when practice ends.

Whether she's working toward a bigger role on her team, building confidence, or exploring college volleyball opportunities, Elevate is here to help her take the next step.


Let's find the right path for her journey.

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ELEVATE30 RECRUIT™

$1000


RECRUITING CONSULTATION

For athletes and families seeking clarity, direction, and a personalized approach to the college recruiting process.


INCLUDED:

  • 30-Day Plan
  • Pre-Recruiting Assessment (Zoom)
  • Weekly 1 on 1 Check-Ins
  • Recruiting Education
  • Film / Highlight Structure
  • Post-Recruiting Assessment (Zoom)


Know the Process.

Build Your Plan.

Own Your Recruiting Journey.




ENROLL IN RECRUIT

 ELEVATE45 PLAYER DEVELOPMENT™

  $1500


PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

For athletes ready to improve their skills, strengthen their volleyball IQ, and build confidence through intentional, personalized coaching.


INCLUDED:

  • 45-Day Plan
  • Pre-Player Development Assessment (Zoom)
  • Film Session (Practice/Game Breakdown)
  • Weekly 1 on 1 Coaching & Mentorship
  • Position-Specific Development Drills
  • Volleyball IQ & Final Development Review


Train with Purpose.

Build Confidence.

Elevate Your Game.


ENROLL IN PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

ELEVATE45 PDRH™

$2000


COMPLETE ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT

For athletes ready to develop their game, strengthen their confidence, and prepare for college recruiting through a combined coaching and mentorship experience.


INCLUDED:

  • 45-Day Plan
  • Player Development & Recruiting Assessments (Zoom)
  • Film Sessions & Recruiting Education
  • Position-Specific Training & Volleyball IQ
  • Combined Coaching, Recruiting Check-Ins & Mentorship
  • Final Development & Recruiting Progress Review


Develop  the Player.

Prepare  the Recruit.

Elevate  the Whole Athlete.


ENROLL IN PDRH

NEWS


Check out Coach Fiona talk about 

Elevate Volleyball Academy! 

Listen to Coach Fiona (*19:17) who was a guest on Nebraska Volleyball Radio for the Nebraska vs Ohio State Match on 10/26 with THE John Baylor, The Voice of Nebraska Volleyball for the past 32 years!!

More about Coach Fiona

Aloha! I'm Coach Fiona Fonoti, founder of Elevate Volleyball Academy.


Growing up in Hawai‘i as a young Polynesian girl with big dreams, volleyball opened doors I never imagined possible. From winning a national championship at Nebraska to teaching in the classroom and coaching at the collegiate and now professional level, this sport has shaped who I am today.


Now, my passion is giving back—helping young athletes build confidence, develop their skills, and discover opportunities they may not yet see for themselves.


“Volleyball opened doors for me that I once only dreamed about. Elevate is my way of teaching through the sport I love and helping the next generation of young athletes dream bigger.”



Playing Experience:


1995 National Champion — University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Three-Time All-American Setter

Three-Year Team Captain

1998 Big 12 Player of the Year

Three-Time All-Big 12 First Team

Nebraska Single-Season Record Holder


Teaching and Coaching Experience:


Fifteen years teaching High School and Middle School Math in Hawaii.

Nine years coaching college volleyball across the Big 12 and Big Ten Conference.

Held assistant coach, recruiting coordinator, and offensive coordinator roles.

Supported student-athletes with academics, admissions, and recruiting compliance.

Coached high school and youth athletes and provided private volleyball training.



More Than a Coach

I've always believed coaching is about more than teaching skills and running drills. It's about getting to know the athlete, understanding what motivates her, recognizing her potential, and helping her see what she's capable of—even when she doesn't see it herself.


As a coach, I care deeply about building relationships, but I also believe in challenging athletes, holding them accountable, and teaching them to take ownership of their development. I want them to understand not just what they're doing, but why they're doing it.


My experiences as a player, teacher and coach have taught me that growth takes patience, trust, hard work, and honest conversations. Through Elevate, my goal is to provide that same guidance and support while helping each athlete become more confident, capable, and prepared to lead—on the court, in the classroom, and beyond!


Elevate Your Game. Own Your Journey

TESTIMONIALS

"Thanks for all your help so far. We really don't know what we don't know. You were able to figure out what we needed to work on right away. Helping my daughter develop the confidence to take more court on serve receive was huge. Earlier in the school season our outside hitter sprained her left pinky finger on the ball cart in warmups right before the game started. It was evident about half way through the first set that this hitter's wrist and arm was in pain. She couldn't pass at all, she could still hit, but passing hurt.


My daughter had the confidence to easily shift over and take that hitter's serve receive like it was no big deal. It's the little details that really make a difference. Every lesson we've done, I feel, we've learned something." Parent of M.W.

"The warmups, EDD’s and footwork have really helped her the most with her setting, specifically the shuffling drills on the corner of the court. She said learning the correct footwork helped her get to the ball faster so that she had proper time to get in the same rhythm every time she sets. 


Personally, I've noticed she’s been moving around the court more fluidly and confidently. What she has worked with you on like reading the blocker, and options to set on a tight pass and learning where she is on the court in comparison to her target I have seen her execute in game situations.


We are so thankful for you and everything you have shown her thus far!" - Parent of T.D.


"Coach Fiona taught me that it is okay to make mistakes because that’s how you learn and get better. She was patient with me as I learned new skills and never made me feel overwhelmed or stressed. She took the time to teach me the fundamentals and helped me build the confidence I needed to keep improving. Now I feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and challenging myself. Because of her coaching, I feel confident in my abilities and excited to keep growing as a volleyball player. I’m grateful for the time she invested in me and for the way she helped me grow both on and off the court." Player R.E



"When my daughter first started learning volleyball, she struggled to keep up with peers who had been playing for years. What should have been an exciting experience often ended in frustration, self-doubt, and tears. It was hard as a parent to watch her struggle with something she wanted so badly to learn. Then we met Coach Fiona.


From the beginning, Fiona showed incredible patience, encouragement, and understanding. She took the time to teach my daughter the fundamentals, break down new skills, and help her learn at her own pace. She created an environment where my daughter felt comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and continuing to try, even when things felt difficult. 


One of the things that has meant so much to me as a parent is that before every game, I find myself reminding my daughter of a skill Coach Fiona taught her. Those lessons stay with us long after we leave the court, and it is so rewarding to see her put them into practice. Fiona has helped my daughter build not only her volleyball skills, but also the confidence to trust what she has learned. 


What I appreciate most about Fiona is that she teaches so much more than volleyball. She has helped my daughter begin to believe in herself, recognize her potential, and understand that progress takes time and that mistakes are a part of learning. Seeing her confidence grow has meant more to us than words can express.


Coach Fiona, thank you for your patience, encouragement, and the time and care you have invested in my daughter. Thank you for teaching her the skills she needs, but even more importantly, for helping her believe in herself and reminding her not to give up when things get hard. Your impact goes far beyond that volleyball court, and we are truly grateful to have found you." Parent of Player R.E.



"Fiona has helped me so much. Even though we were only able to meet online because of the distance, she was able to point out exactly what I was doing wrong and helped me to correct it fast. She helped me with strategy and analyzing the game, giving me tips that helped my sets to be more consistent while also tricking the other team. She taught me about how to motivate my teammates and how to get my team into a rhythm and how to be a leader on and off the court. She is amazing and I 100% recommend her to anyone who needs help!" Player M.B.



"I’ve known Fiona since we played club volleyball together in Hawaii. She was an absolute baller! I later had the chance to compete against her at the highest level of college volleyball. As a top-ranked setter who won a national championship her freshman year and continued to lead her Nebraska team to multiple Final Four tournaments, she brings incredible experience to the game. She’s coached at the collegiate level and is now taking the next step into coaching a professional team.

What makes her special, though, is her ability to connect with young players and share that knowledge in a way they can understand and apply. She mentored my daughter this past summer leading up to Junior Nationals and offered valuable guidance on mindset, technique, and game strategy. She’s approachable, easy to talk to, and has so many tools to help players grow.

I would highly recommend Fiona to any family looking for a knowledgeable, supportive mentor and volleyball coach."

Parent of Player M.B.