Our Team
Julie Bigger
Club Director
Julie Bigger serves as the Club Director and brings more than 30 years of coaching experience at the club, high school, and collegiate levels. A graduate of University of Vermont, Julie has built a distinguished coaching career focused on athlete development, competitive excellence, and fostering a love for the game.
Most recently, Julie led the Rising Tide 15 Breakers team during the 2024–25 season to multiple top finishes, including championships at the Liberty Classic, Coastal Classic, and the Palmetto Region Championship. During the 2023–24 season, she coached the 14 National team to another Palmetto Region Championship, along with several runner-up finishes and a 5th-place finish at AAU Nationals in the Aspire Division.
At the collegiate level, Julie served as Head Coach at Carnegie Mellon University from 1996–2004, compiling an impressive 215–115 overall record. During her tenure, her teams earned five ECAC Tournament titles, one NCAA Tournament appearance, and consistently ranked among the nation’s top 25 programs. She was named UAA Coach of the Year three times and coached numerous All-Conference athletes, two UAA Players of the Year, and an All-American. Her coaching experience also includes positions at Hamilton College, Morrisville-Eaton High School, Sherburne-Earlville High School, and Hilton Head Island High School. Julie also founded and directed KODA Volleyball Club from 2017–2020, helping athletes develop both on and off the court. As Club Director and coach, Julie is passionate about creating a positive, competitive environment where athletes can grow their skills, build confidence, and reach their full potential. Her commitment to player development, leadership, and excellence continues to help Rising Tide athletes succeed at every level of the game.
Maria Cook
Head Coach
With over 25 years of involvement in volleyball, I bring experience as both a player and a coach, along with the unique perspective of being a dedicated volleyball parent.
My volleyball journey began as a libero/defensive specialist, playing recreationally from 1993–1998. I started coaching in 2000 as the 14U Assistant Coach for North Augusta, helping develop young athletes and building a strong foundation in the sport. Since 2016, I have remained actively involved in volleyball as a player mom, supporting athletes through every stage of their development while continuing to grow as a coach.
My recent coaching experience includes:
• Head Coach, Rising Tide Volleyball
• Head Coach, Deep Blue – 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 seasons
• Assistant Coach, Sandpipers – 2025–2026 season
• Assistant Coach, Sharks – Extended 2026 season
I am passionate about helping athletes develop strong fundamentals, confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game. My goal is to create a positive, competitive environment where players are challenged to grow both on and off the court.
Jodi Krepfle
Head Coach
Jodi Krepfle brings a lifelong passion for athletics and a wealth of coaching experience to Rising Tide Volleyball Club. A former setter on a high school state championship volleyball team, Jodi later competed as a Division I golfer at Northern Illinois University, where she developed the discipline, leadership, and competitive mindset that continue to shape her coaching philosophy. With more than 33 years of experience as a physical therapist, Jodi offers athletes a unique perspective on movement, injury prevention, and performance. Her coaching emphasizes strong fundamentals, confidence, teamwork, and helping each player reach their full potential both on and off the court. Jodi began her coaching career with three seasons of middle school volleyball at St. Francis Catholic School on Hilton Head Island before transitioning to club volleyball. She has coached club volleyball for six years, including the past three seasons with Rising Tide Volleyball Club. She is also the junior varsity volleyball coach at John Paul II Catholic School. As a coach, Jodi maintains current USA Volleyball and AAU coaching credentials and is committed to providing a safe, positive, and development-focused environment for every athlete. She is proud to be part of the Rising Tide family and looks forward to the 2026–2027 season, helping players grow in skill, confidence, character, and their love for the game.
Kari Canfield
Head Coach
Kari Canfield brings a strong volleyball background as both a player and coach. She played at West Hills College from 2008–2009 as a right-side hitter and setter, earning First Team All-Central Valley Conference honors in 2009 and Second Team honors in 2008. Prior to college, she competed at Kelly Walsh High School in Casper, Wyoming. Kari's coaching experience includes serving as Head Coach for The Complete Student, JV Head Coach at Sierra Pacific High School, and Assistant Coach for Dig It Volleyball Club. Outside of volleyball, she is a graduate of MUSC and works as a Physical Therapist Assistant, Instructor, and Clinical Coordinator for the Technical College of the Lowcountry Physical Therapist Assistant Program. As a volleyball mom and military spouse, Kari is passionate about helping athletes develop confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for the game.
Madeline Cook
Head Coach
Coach Madeline brings a strong background in both playing and coaching volleyball. A former libero and defensive specialist, she played for Bridges Preparatory School from 2016–2023, helping lead the program to a SCHSL State Runner-Up finish in 2023. She also competed for Beaufort Elite Volleyball Club from 2016–2022, where she developed her defensive skills and passion for the game. Following her playing career, she transitioned into coaching, serving as Assistant Coach for Rising Tide 14 Power during the 2023–24 season and Assistant Coach for Rising Tide 12 Blacktips during the 2024–25 season. In addition to her club experience, she has served as Head Coach for Bridges Middle School Volleyball and as an Assistant Coach for the Bridges JV and Varsity programs. Her experience as both a player and coach allows her to connect with athletes while helping them develop their skills, confidence, and love for volleyball.
Caleb Singley
Head Coach
As a former player for May River's inaugural volleyball season, Coach Caleb helped lead his team to its first win and playoff win in school history. After playing a year at Montana State University, he has brought his passion for the game to coaching, with two years of experience developing players and teams.
Kayla Braxton
Assistant Coach
Kayla Braxton brings both playing and coaching experience to Rising Tide Volleyball. A versatile front-row player during her high school career at May River High School, Kayla also competed for several local club teams throughout the Bluffton area, where she developed a strong foundation in the game and a lasting passion for volleyball. After her playing career, Kayla transitioned into coaching, where she continues to inspire and develop young athletes. She served as an assistant coach for Rising Tide Deep Blue during the 2025–2026 season and currently coaches at John Paul II Catholic School. Drawing from her experience as both a player and coach, Kayla connects with athletes while helping them build their skills, confidence, and love for the game.
Katie Constantine
Assistant Coach
Katie Constantine brings a lifelong passion for volleyball and a strong commitment to athlete development. She played volleyball all four years of high school as a middle hitter and outside hitter in the Chicagoland area and competed in club volleyball for four years. She continued her love for the game by participating in recreational volleyball throughout college and beyond. Katie has served as an Assistant Varsity Coach at JPII and currently leads the JP2 Middle School volleyball program as Head Coach. She is dedicated to helping athletes build confidence, develop their skills, and foster a lasting love for the sport in a positive and supportive environment.
Mollie Goen
Head Coach/Youth Camp Coordinator
Mollie brings nearly a decade of coaching experience and a passion for developing athletes both on and off the court. She began coaching club volleyball in 2016 at a small club in Atlanta and later coached with A5 South in 2018. As a player, Mollie competed for four years at Point University, where she graduated in 2022 with a degree in Early Childhood Education. As the Youth Camp Coordinator, she is passionate about helping young athletes develop their skills, confidence, teamwork, and love for the game. She served as Assistant Varsity Coach for May River Boys Volleyball from 2022–2024 and was the Head Coach of the May River JV Boys team in 2024. During the 2025–2026 club season, Mollie coached the 15s Sirens team before stepping in to lead the Breakers 16s team through their extended season. She is dedicated to creating a positive and competitive environment where athletes can grow both as players and as individuals.
Hope Hamilton
Head Coach
Born and raised in Bluffton, Hope has a strong passion for volleyball and developing young athletes. She played volleyball for seven years at Saint Gregory the Great and John Paul II and competed at the club level with Low Country Volleyball Club (2016–2017) and Seaside Volleyball Club (2019–2020). Hope also coached two youth volleyball camps during high school and continued her playing career for one year at Brevard College. During the 2024–25 season, she served as Head Coach for the Rising Tide 14 Waves team and Head Coach for the Rising Tide 14 Currents team in the 2025-26 season. Hope is dedicated to creating a positive environment where athletes can build confidence, improve their skills, and develop a lifelong love for the game.
Chase Grasser
Head Coach
Coach Chase Vaigneur Grasser brings a wealth of experience as both a player and coach. She is currently the Head Varsity Volleyball Coach at John Paul II Catholic School, a position she has held since 2025. She received Coach of the year for the 2025 season. Her coaching background also includes head coach of our 16 power “Surge” for the 2025-26 season and head coach for the 17 national “Sandstormers” for the last half of their 2025-26 season. As a player, Coach Chase Vaigneur Grasser enjoyed an outstanding career as a four-year collegiate volleyball player at Young Harris College from 2021–2024. Prior to college, she earned numerous accolades, including SCISA Player of the Year in 2020, SCISA Offensive Player of the Year in 2019, SCISA All-Star honors in 2019 and 2020, and was a member of the 2019 Beaufort Academy SCISA State Championship team. Her extensive playing experience, combined with her passion for coaching, allows her to inspire athletes while helping them develop their skills, confidence, leadership, and love for the game.
Hali Lookabaugh
Assistant Coach
Hali brings both playing and coaching experience to the Rising Tide coaching staff. As a middle and outside hitter, she played volleyball throughout high school and continued competing at the college club level in Ohio. In addition to her playing background, Hali has been a dedicated club volleyball parent for two years, giving her a unique perspective on athlete development and team culture. During the 2024–25 season, she served as Assistant Coach for the Rising Tide Ripples and Currents teams. Hali is passionate about helping athletes build confidence, strengthen their skills, and develop a love for the game in a positive and supportive environment.
Stacy Martinez
Assistant Coach
Coach Stacey has been a valued member of the Rising Tide coaching staff for the past two seasons. In addition to coaching volleyball, she operates Savannah Apex, a homeschool program based in Savannah, Georgia. Stacey is passionate about helping young athletes develop both on and off the court while fostering a positive and supportive team environment. She is also a proud volleyball mom, with her two daughters, Kennedy and Reagan, actively participating in the club. Her dedication to youth development and love for the game make her a wonderful asset to the Rising Tide family.
Jasmin Martinez
Assistant Coach
Coach Jasmin graduated from Hilton Head High School in 2024, where she developed a strong passion for volleyball and teamwork. Throughout her playing career, she gained valuable experience both on and off the court, learning the importance of dedication, leadership, and sportsmanship. As a coach, Jasmin is excited to help young athletes build their skills, grow their confidence, and develop a love for the game. She is committed to creating a positive and encouraging environment where every player can reach their full potential.
Ashlynn Hill
Assistant Coach
Originally from Colorado, Coach Ashlynn grew up playing club volleyball and developed a lifelong passion for the sport. She began her coaching career with a club program in Colorado before moving to South Carolina, where she served as the JV Volleyball Coach at John Paul II for two seasons. She also had the opportunity to assist with this club several years ago and is excited to return to the staff. Coach Ashlynn is passionate about helping young athletes grow their skills, confidence, and love for the game both on and off the court.
Jocelyn Roper
Assistant Coach
Coach Jocelyn played volleyball at May River High, as well as several clubs in Bluffton, where she earned multiple awards throughout her volleyball career. After continuing to play briefly at the collegiate level an injury led her to step away from the game. Now she work as a personal trainer with a passion for helping athletes reach their full potential through strength, performance, and athletic training. Volleyball remains a huge part of who she am, and she dedicated to giving back to the sport by helping the next generation of players grow both on and off the court!
Jasmine Peterson
Assistant Coach
Coach Jasmine played four years of varsity volleyball at John Paul II Catholic School. She continued her career with four years of DII collegiate volleyball at Converse University, where she was also a member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). She graduated in 2024 with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and is planning to continue my education by pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. Coach Jasmine looks forward to creating a fun, safe, and rewarding environment for our athletes, working alongside her twin sister Hope, and making lasting memories throughout the season.
