Gina Jackson

Head Coach, Blue Banner Volleyball

📧 gina@bluebannervb.com
📞 Office: 650-651-5055

Gina Jackson discovered her passion for volleyball in the seventh grade, beginning a journey defined by athletics, continuous learning, and personal growth. A dual-sport athlete throughout high school, Gina competed in both volleyball and soccer before continuing her volleyball career at the College of San Mateo.

After transferring, Gina earned her Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science from UCLA. She currently works in academia, where she combines her passion for education, research, and mentorship. Her experiences in both academic and athletic environments have reinforced her belief that meaningful growth is a lifelong pursuit rooted in perseverance, adaptability, and curiosity.

Over the past several years, Gina has coached Power teams with Culver City Volleyball Club, where she has continued to refine her coaching philosophy and strengthen her coaching acumen. Her ability to connect with athletes, understand where they are in their volleyball evolution, and provide the appropriate support, instruction, and direction is remarkable.

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Coaching Experience

Culver City Volleyball Club

• Coach, Power-level club volleyball teams
• Provided technical instruction, athlete development, and team guidance
• Supported athletes at different stages of their volleyball development
• Created positive and competitive environments centered on growth and accountability
• Helped athletes strengthen their confidence, mechanics, decision-making, and volleyball IQ

Blue Banner Volleyball

• Coach, Blue Banner Volleyball
• Supports technical development and athlete education
• Provides individualized direction based on each athlete’s developmental needs
• Promotes a growth mindset, resilience, adaptability, and lifelong learning

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Coaching Philosophy

Gina’s coaching philosophy is centered on technical development, athlete education, and fostering a growth mindset. She enjoys breaking down the mechanics of the game and helping athletes establish strong technical foundations within a supportive and challenging training environment.

Gina views mistakes as essential opportunities for learning and improvement. She believes athletes thrive when they feel empowered to challenge themselves, take risks, ask questions, and trust the development process.

One of Gina’s greatest strengths is her ability to meet athletes where they are in their individual volleyball journeys. By building trust and understanding each athlete’s needs, she provides the technical guidance, encouragement, and accountability necessary to help them progress toward the next level.

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Developing Athletes Beyond the Court

Above all, Gina believes volleyball is a powerful vehicle for teaching lessons that extend far beyond the court. Through athletics, student-athletes learn perseverance, accountability, mental adaptability, resilience, leadership, and confidence.

Gina is passionate about helping athletes translate these lessons into every area of their lives. She is committed to supporting each athlete as they develop their skills, strengthen their character, build confidence, and establish a lifelong appreciation for the game.

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Be Better. Do Better.™

Gina embodies Blue Banner Volleyball’s mantra of Be Better. Do Better.™ through her commitment to athlete development, lifelong learning, mentorship, and service. Her technical knowledge, thoughtful coaching approach, and genuine care for each athlete make her an outstanding addition to our coaching staff.

We’re stoked to welcome Gina to Blue Banner Volleyball and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our athletes, our culture, and our community.