Wilde, in this new position, is responsible for developing, monitoring, and supervising all High Performance developmental programs for USA Volleyball. Wilde is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the oversight and development of programs for boys and girls, including the World University Games, National A2 Teams, Junior National Teams, Youth National Teams, and High Performance Camps. He is also the point person for developing the Men's Collegiate Volleyball Grant Program.
Rod brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the department.
Any time you can have a two-time Olympic coach managing the athlete and coaching pipelines, you have to be confident that the programs are in good hands. Wilde began his volleyball career in Fort Dodge, Iowa, where his parents have been and are still heavily involved in the sport. I collegiate programs and then with the USA National Team. My hope is that through my efforts, we will see tremendous growth in our success from the youth, junior and up to the national team levels. Calif. He helped the Waves claim their first national title in 1978 and became a member of the school's athletic Hall of Fame.