Sydney Cook

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Assistant Volleyball Coach

Sydney Cook brings a solid dose of experience and winning to the table, which Goldey-Beacom hopes translates to the collegiate side in beginning her role as assistant volleyball coach.

Cook spent one season as head coach at Delaware Military Academy and it was a memorable one, winning the 2016 state title with a 12-4 record. The Seahawks went 4-0 in the state tournament, capping their exciting run with a thrilling five-set victory in the final over Ursuline Academy.

She also has worked with the Brandywine Volleyball Club since 2013, which included work with GBC head coach Bob Trinsey. Cook is responsible for helping in all aspects of the program, leading two of her squads to the Girls’ Junior National Tournament.

Cook also served an internship with Brandywine Beach Volleyball, prepping boys and girls ages 9-17 for tournaments.

She also has worked as an assistant athletic trainer for Lincoln (PA) University and presently is a clinical customer advocate support professional for MedRisk. Cook also serves as a marketing manager for Jimmy John’s Sandwiches in West Chester, PA.

Cook played her college ball at Lincoln from 2012-15, pacing the squad in digs three of those seasons and closing with 1,122 for her career. She was named to the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association All-Rookie squad in 2012.

The Portland, OR native graduated Lincoln in 2016 with a degree in Health Science.

Goldey-Beacom opens its season September 1 in West Chester, PA against Salem International.