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Newberry College has announced the hiring of Jasmine Chambers as the new Associate Head Coach for their women’s volleyball program. Kiko Santos, the Director of Volleyball, expressed confidence in her skills and experience, which include coaching roles at South Carolina State University and Lamar Community College. Chambers is recognized for her commitment to professional growth and leadership development through coaching programs. Her impressive collegiate athletic career and educational qualifications underscore her potential to positively influence the volleyball program and its student-athletes.
Newberry, South Carolina – Newberry College has officially announced the hiring of Jasmine Chambers as the new Associate Head Coach for the women’s volleyball program. This strategic appointment was confirmed by Kiko Santos, the Director of Volleyball at Newberry College, who expressed enthusiasm about the impact her experience and skills will have on the program’s future.
Chambers arrives at Newberry College with an extensive coaching background, having recently served as an assistant coach and adjunct professor at South Carolina State University. Her career also includes head coaching stints at Lamar Community College and a role as a graduate assistant at Midwestern State University in Texas. Santos emphasized her passion for the game and her vision for growth within the volleyball program, indicating that Chambers is poised to enhance both the competitive edge and developmental opportunities for student-athletes.
Highlighting her commitment to professional growth, Chambers was selected to participate in the elite 2025 NCAA Women’s Coaches Academy. This distinguished program aims to foster leadership development among women coaches, and Chambers was one of only 85 coaches nationwide to complete the rigorous three-day training that emphasizes networking and professional advancement strategies.
In addition to her involvement in the NCAA Coaches Academy, Chambers has taken part in the Big Ten Volleyball Mentorship Program, where she was paired with Brad Keller, the head coach of the University of Southern California women’s volleyball team. Her dedication to improving her skills and knowledge of the game is further evidenced by receiving the 2021 AVCA Diversity Coaches Award, marking her as a leader in advancing diversity within the coaching community.
On the court, Chambers had a remarkable collegiate playing career at Alcorn State University as a setter. She earned several accolades, including being named the team’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) and gaining recognition as SWAC Setter of the Week multiple times. Her contributions place her amongst the top ten players in both single-season and all-time assists for Alcorn State’s volleyball program. Furthermore, Chambers showcased her athletic versatility by playing a season of women’s basketball with the Lady Braves.
Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Chambers holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education from Alcorn State University. She further pursued higher education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Sports Administration from Midwestern State University. Chambers is currently completing an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Columbia International University and is actively pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at the same institution.
With her extensive qualifications and dedicated approach to coaching, Jasmine Chambers is expected to significantly impact the Wolves’ volleyball program and contribute to the development of student-athletes in Newberry College. Her background and involvement in various coaching programs position her as a strong asset, both for the team and the community.
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