Core Athletes

Our athletes are our why!
Everything we build, teach, and pour into this space is for them. To help them grow stronger, think sharper, and believe deeper. We are committed to developing not just skilled athletes, but confident, disciplined individuals who are prepared to compete, lead, and succeed at the next level.

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Emma Schnipke Volleyball 2028

OH/DS | 5’7” | vert: 8’10”

TEAMS

Legacy Elite Volleyball Academy - Club

Fort Wayne Falcons - V/JV

Empowered - Sand

Elite Volleyball (Fall Ball)

TRAINERS

Leslie Powell

Kristen Schnipke

Heidi Hahn (Mental Strength)

“Working with my trainers at The Core has not only improved my play but has made my confidence soar and my mental game even tougher. I love having so much support from one facility.”
— Emma
Emma is a driven athlete who understands the importance of not only consistent physical growth but the need for mental and nutritional focus as well. Emma is a homeschooled student in the Putnam County area who would like to continue her education and volleyball career at the next level. Her interests include collecting vinyl, listening to a wide genre of music from the 70's to current, spending time with her 18lb orange cat Charlie, and reading. She hopes to study Design and/or architecture in college. 

Averi Hohenbrink - Volleyball 2031

TEAMS

Club: Synergy

Pandora Gilboa Jr High

Trainers

Kristen Schnipke

COMING SOON
“COMING SOON”
— Averi

Avelyn niese - Volleyball 2030

TEAMS

Club: Synergy

Pandora Gilboa JV

TRAINERS

Kristen Schnipke

COMING SOON
“COMING SOON”
— Avelyn