Friday, December 21, 2018
MONMOUTH, Ore. — The Western Oregon athletics department has announced the hiring of Stacy Metro as the head coach of the Wolves' volleyball team.
"It is an honor to be named the next head volleyball coach at Western Oregon University," said Metro, a long-time coach in the state of Oregon. "From the time I stepped on campus and met with the wonderful athletics staff, I felt a true family atmosphere that I couldn't wait to be a part of. I began my collegiate playing career in Division II and my pride and passion is strong in returning."
Metro comes to the Wolves with 19 years of coaching experience, including two stops as an assistant at the Division I level. Most recently serving as the head coach at Churchill High School, the veteran coach has served as an assistant at the University of Oregon, Northern Michigan, Chico State and Kansas State University. She also has collegiate head coaching experience in beach volleyball, leading the Ducks' program for the past six seasons.
"Stacy arrives to Western Oregon with championship experience at multiple levels. I am confident that her energy, drive and knowledge of the game will elevate the bar for WOU volleyball," Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Curtis Campbell said.
During her own collegiate career at Northern Michigan, Metro garnered national recognition for her play. While with the Wildcats she was named a two-time AVCA National Player of the Year, three-time All-American and helped her team to consecutive national championship appearances including an NCAA DII title in 1993.
Metro has since coached some of the top players in the country, leading her teams to 12 NCAA Tournament appearances. Her players' accolades include two USA National Team members (Alaina Bergsma and Sonja Newcombe), 11 All-Americans, 20 all-region players, 41 all-conference selections, and one national player of the year.
"I would like to thank Mr. Campbell, Randi Lydum and the search committee for believing in me," added Metro. Their vision and passion for WOU athletics is contagious. I would also like to say a special thank you to Adam Ellis at NPJ Volleyball Club, Kelly Bokn at Churchill High School, the former players who have been so encouraging these past few years and of course my husband and two sons."