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Coach Dana Cooper, a Detroit native, has dedicated over 20 years to empowering young athletes through volleyball. A former multi-sport athlete at St. Martin DePorres High School, she began coaching while earning her degree in Psychology from Saginaw Valley State University, later completing a master’s in Sports Administration at Wayne State University.
She founded Volleyball Elite in 2009 to provide competitive opportunities for girls in Detroit, where access to elite volleyball was limited. Through her leadership, the program has grown to help countless young women become successful both on the court and in the classroom. Known for her drive and advocacy, her motto is: “You can only go as far as you push — so push harder!”