Illinois State University Volleyball
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Illinois State University Volleyball

NCAA D1Missouri Valley ConferenceNormal, IL
How Illinois State University Compares (NCAA D1)
30% higher than division average acceptance rate41% higher than division average$8,451 lower than division average

Coaching Staff (7)

Allie Matters
Allie Matters

Head Coach

HC

CAREER AWARDS & HONORS 2020-21 Horizon League Coach of the Year 2020-21 AVCA Northeast Region Coach of the Year 2020 VolleyballMag.com's

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Courtney Wagner
Courtney Wagner

Assistant Coach

Wagner enters her second season as an assistant coach with the Redbirds in the 2024 season. She joined the staff in 2023 after spending the 2022 season as an

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Kelly Benacka Anderson
Kelly Benacka Anderson

Assistant Director-Academics & Life Skills/Director of Development (MBB, VB, WGO)

Kelly Benacka Anderson joined the Karin L. Bone Athletics Study Center staff in March of 2015 and currently serves as Assistant Director of the unit, working directly

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Leanna Bordner
Leanna Bordner

Chief Operating Officer/SWA

Leanna Bordner is in her 33rd year on the Illinois State staff. In her current position as Chief Operating Officer/Senior Woman Administrator, Bordner directly supervises

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Matt DePauw
Matt DePauw

Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator

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Matt DePauw joined the Redbird Volleyball staff in April 2022 after spending the previous four seasons as an Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at Central

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Ryan Swenson, CSCS, SCCC
Ryan Swenson, CSCS, SCCC

Assistant Athletic Director/Athletic Performance

Ryan Swenson is entering his eleventh season at Illinois State, and was promoted to the role of Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Performance in January 2024.

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Steve Wrzala
Steve Wrzala

Director of Volleyball Operations

Steve Wrzala enters his third season as the program's Director of Volleyball Operations in the 2024-25 academic year. Wrzala joined the Redbird Volleyball staff

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Program Snapshot

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Total Staff
7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many coaches does Illinois State University Volleyball have?
The Illinois State University Volleyball program currently has 7 coaching staff members listed.
Who is the head coach of Illinois State University Volleyball?
Allie Matters is the current head coach of Illinois State University Volleyball.
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What division is Illinois State University Volleyball?
Illinois State University competes in NCAA D1 (Division I).
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Academic Snapshot

NCAA D1PublicNCAA since 1939Graduate
702 W College Ave, Normal, IL 61761
Acceptance Rate
89%
Undergrad Enrollment
18,414
Avg Net Price
$18,996/yr
In-State Tuition
$16,021/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,086/yr
Avg SAT
1,127
6-Year Graduation Rate
66%
Freshman Retention
81%
Avg Earnings (10yr)
$51,600/yr

Last verified: Mar 2026