St. Johns Country Day School is thrilled to announce the appointment of Amy Walker as the new Head Varsity Volleyball Coach. With over 20 years of coaching experience and a passion for athlete development, Walker brings a proven track record of leadership and success to the Spartan volleyball program.
"Coach Walker is an outstanding addition to the St. Johns Country Day School Athletic Department," said Director of Athletics John Sgromolo. "Amy is an elite-level leader with extensive experience at the varsity level in both interscholastic and club volleyball. Her ability to foster a positive yet challenging environment will elevate our student-athlete experience."
A former dual-sport collegiate athlete, Walker earned a bachelor of science in education from the University of West Alabama. She has coached at various levels, including youth leagues, high school, and club volleyball, developing athletes in leadership, teamwork, discipline, and resilience.
“I’m excited to join the St. Johns Country Day School community and work with its talented student-athletes,” said Walker. “My goal is to create a supportive, competitive environment where players can grow as athletes and individuals, fostering a team culture built on trust, hard work, and respect.”
Walker’s extensive coaching experience includes serving as Assistant Coach for the Women’s Volleyball Team at Florida State College of Jacksonville since 2023, Head Coach for Jacksonville Juniors Volleyball Association (2009-2020), and Head Coach at Fleming Island High School (2014-2022), where she led her teams to multiple playoff appearances. Since 2021, she has been the Head Coach and Assistant Director of The 904 Elite Volleyball Club, helping numerous athletes achieve collegiate volleyball opportunities.
“I’m honored to be part of such a respected institution,” Walker added. “St. Johns Country Day School has a tradition of excellence, and I’m eager to contribute to the volleyball program’s continued success while helping student-athletes excel on and off the court.”
With her wealth of experience, commitment to athlete development, and dedication to building a strong team culture, Walker is poised to take the St. Johns Varsity Volleyball program to new heights.
- Athletics