Winston-Salem, N.C. – Wake Forest head volleyball coach Jeff Hulsmeyer has officially announced the addition of Sherisa Livingston to the Demon Deacons’ coaching staff as an assistant coach.
Livingston Brings Extensive Playing & Coaching Experience
Head Coach Jeff Hulsmeyer on Livingston’s Addition:
“We couldn’t be more pleased to have Sherisa join our program. She brings invaluable experience as a player and coach, particularly in training middles and right-side attackers. Her leadership in player development, recruiting, and community service will be instrumental to our success.”
Livingston on Joining Wake Forest:
“I want to thank Coach Hulsmeyer for this amazing opportunity. I’m incredibly excited to contribute to the team’s success and work with such a talented group of players and coaches.”
Livingston’s Coaching Background
- Charlotte (2023-24) – Assistant coach, later promoted to interim head coach.
- Radford (2020-23) – Head coach, led program to multiple accolades.
- Winthrop (2018-19) – Assistant coach, helped team win 2019 Big South Championship.
- University of Antelope Valley (2015-17) – Launched program as head coach.
- Tennessee Tech, Seattle University, Nebraska – Various assistant coaching roles.
Notable Achievements as Coach:
- Developed Siani Yamaguchi, 2019 Big South Player of the Year.
- Helped Winthrop secure an NCAA Tournament berth for the first time since 2006.
- Led Radford players to All-State and All-Conference honors.
A Decorated Playing Career
University of Wisconsin-Madison (1998-2001)
- Two-time AVCA First Team All-American (2000, 2001)
- Wisconsin’s all-time leader in kills (1,912)
- 2000 Co-Big Ten Player of the Year
- Led Wisconsin to back-to-back Big Ten titles (2000-01)
- Inducted into Wisconsin Athletics Hall of Fame (2007)
Professional Volleyball Career (2002-2013)
- Played in Puerto Rico, Greece, Spain, Turkey, Indonesia, Korea, Austria, Italy, Romania, The Netherlands.
- Competed as middle blocker and right-side hitter.
- Participated in USA Volleyball Junior National Team (1998-99).
What Livingston Brings to Wake Forest
- Elite player development for middles and right-side hitters.
- Recruiting and leadership expertise from over a decade of coaching.
- Global volleyball experience from her professional playing career.
- Commitment to player growth on and off the court.
