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Coach Gina Imel

Coaching Experience

In 1999 thru 2006 coach Gina was with the Power Crush Volleyball Club and coached ages 13 to 17. She also coached with the Foothill Jrs Volleyball and Upland Volleyball Club for a couple years. As far as high school goes coach Gina was the Junior Varsity Coach at Upland High School in 2000.

Playing Experience
Gina is a proud Upland High School Alumnas, Gina spear-headed the winning tradition of
UHS while she played from 1993 -1995.
Some of her accomplishments include: 1st Team All CIF 1995, All Inland Valley Player of Year 1995, Most Valuable Player Baseline League 1995, Daily Bulletin Player of The Week Oct. 26, 1995, 1st Team All League 1994, and All Inland Empire Team 1994 & 1995.
 
Coach Gina then went on to play one year at the University of La Verne then transferred to Cal Poly Pomona for her last 3 years of eligibility.  Gina played the OH/RS position and earned Second Team All-CCAA Conference in 1999.
 
Gina also had the opportunity to be a "Volleyball Extra" for the movie "All You've Got," produced by MTV.  When asked about her experience she says, "Was the movie cheesy?? Absolutely.  But isn't every volleyball movie cheesy?  It was so much fun, the food was bomb and it was the easiest money I've ever made!  I'd do it again in a heartbeat!"
Personal Information

Gina married her high school sweetheart, James, in 2002. Their daughter Sophia was born in 2006 and they welcomed their son Micah last Christmas in 2008.  Gina initially worked in the insurance industry after she graduated with her Bachelors from Cal Poly in 2002.  She then ventured into business ownership for another 4 years by establishing Wurde Marketing with her husband and brother-in-law.  Gina is now a proud and busy Stay-At-Home Mom who is looking forward to a successful season with Arsenal.


        
 
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