14U Women

Favorite Food: Goldfish Crackers

Pump-Up Song: Glorious by Macklemore

Coach Mykayla Ebel brings a wealth of education, playing, and coaching experience to her role as head coach of the U14 Evergreen Women’s Team. A passionate grade 5 teacher, Mykayla holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Physical Education and Sports Studies, as well as a Bachelor of Education degree, both from Concordia University of Edmonton.

Mykayla’s volleyball journey began at age 12, playing with FOG Hawks for her first two club seasons before joining NAVC for her U15 through U18 years. She went on to play for the Concordia Thunder for four years at the post-secondary level. Alongside her playing career, Mykayla gained valuable coaching experience, head coaching a U14 team, assisting with U18 and U17 teams, and spending five years with Volleyball Alberta’s GO Leagues as a lead coach in their developmental programs.

Her coaching philosophy centers around creating lifelong athletes—fostering a love for sport and encouraging athletes to stay active and engaged long after their competitive playing days. Mykayla is dedicated to teaching her athletes important life skills like sportsmanship, teamwork, and the joy of staying active.

Favorite Food: Poke Bowl

Pump-Up Song: Dashstar* by Knock2

Meet Hannah! Her coaching philosophy centers around preparing athletes for their experiences on and off of the court, emphasizing development and instilling a lifelong love of sport. Growing up, Hannah played volleyball and competed in track and field, which sparked her passion for athletics. That passion has only grown throughout her years as a player, and she currently coaches the Sr. Men’s volleyball team at Vimy Ridge Academy. She also recently graduated with her Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta. Apart from volleyball, Hannah loves local cafes, golf, and running in the river valley!

Favorite Food: Costco Pasta Salad

Pump-Up Song: Get By by Jelly Roll 

Emily has been coaching volleyball since 2018 and brings a wealth of experience to the Evergreen community. She grew up playing club volleyball and has since coached numerous camps and clinics, sharing her knowledge and passion for the game with athletes of all ages. Her expertise lies in developing young athletes and refining setting skills, where she has made a strong impact through specialized clinics and team coaching. In her first season as a head coach, she led the MCHS Junior Girls to the city finals, and she has also head coached a U15 Girls club team. Emily has worked with Volleyball Alberta through their GO League programs, supported local teams and programs in her community, and most recently coached with the PSAA Sports Academy volleyball program. She is currently pursuing her Education degree at the University of Alberta. Emily is excited to be part of the Evergreen community and looks forward to continuing to inspire athletes while sharing her love for the sport.