Temple University Athletics
Temple Volleyball Announces the Hiring of Olivia Vance as Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator
6.23.25 | Women's Volleyball
PHILADELPHIA – Temple Volleyball head coach Linda Hampton-Keith announced Monday the hiring of former Temple Volleyball student-athlete Olivia Vance to the coaching staff. Vance will take the role of assistant coach and recruiting coordinator.
"We are thrilled to announce the return of Olivia back to our Nest in a new coaching role," said Hampton-Keith. "A standout former player and seasoned professional, Olivia brings a unique combination of high-level playing experience, knowledge of the game, and an unwavering commitment to excellence."
Vance returns to Broad and Cecil in a new role, formerly as a student-athlete in the 2023 season. Vance appeared in 26 matches in her lone year as an Owl and finished the year by making her mark on the program. She finished third that season in kills (253) and had 13 matches with 10 or more kills. On the defensive side of the game, Vance ranks eighth all-time in solo blocks with 17.
Hampton-Keith continued about Vance, "Her return marks an exciting step for our program. Olivia's skillset, work ethic, and passion for volleyball will undoubtedly enhance our staff and positively impact our student-athletes. We are confident her leadership will play a pivotal role in continuing our program's upward trajectory."
Vance comes to Temple after spending time overseas in Portugal playing professional volleyball with Leixões Sport Club.
"We are thrilled to announce the return of Olivia back to our Nest in a new coaching role," said Hampton-Keith. "A standout former player and seasoned professional, Olivia brings a unique combination of high-level playing experience, knowledge of the game, and an unwavering commitment to excellence."
Vance returns to Broad and Cecil in a new role, formerly as a student-athlete in the 2023 season. Vance appeared in 26 matches in her lone year as an Owl and finished the year by making her mark on the program. She finished third that season in kills (253) and had 13 matches with 10 or more kills. On the defensive side of the game, Vance ranks eighth all-time in solo blocks with 17.
Hampton-Keith continued about Vance, "Her return marks an exciting step for our program. Olivia's skillset, work ethic, and passion for volleyball will undoubtedly enhance our staff and positively impact our student-athletes. We are confident her leadership will play a pivotal role in continuing our program's upward trajectory."
Vance comes to Temple after spending time overseas in Portugal playing professional volleyball with Leixões Sport Club.
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