Coaching for Life

“Coach Schnarr is one of the most impactful coaches I’ve had in my volleyball career. His passion for the game, knowledge and commitment to athlete development brings out the best in his players and teams. He creates an environment that challenges you to grow while still making you feel supported and confident. I would not have reached the level I did without his guidance, structure and belief. Any athlete who has the opportunity to work with him is in excellent hands.”

— Trevor McLaughlin, Outside Hitter - Mohawk College Hall of Fame Athlete (2012-2017) and Former National Team ‘B’ Athlete

“I have known Matt for many years and I can confidently say he is one of the most passionate and impactful coaches I have ever worked with. His experience across club, provincial, college, university and national levels gives him the unique understanding of what it truly takes to compete and succeed at the highest levels. He provides extremely specific and technical feedback that can elevate your performance in measurable ways. What separates Matt from other coaches is his ability to develop both the athlete and the person. He challenges you to think for yourself, take ownership of your development, and lead with confidence. His belief in me and guidance played a major role and helping me reach the U21 national team and continue my career at the post-secondary level. For any athlete serious about competing at an elite level, I highly recommend working with Matthew Schnarr”

— Ella McVittie, Setter - Simon Fraser 2023 - Current; U19 and U21 National Team Athlete

“Matt Schnarr had a huge impact on my development both as an athlete and as a person. I had the opportunity to play for him during my U17/18 club seasons as well as the CANUSA games summer team, and his passion for the game was evident every single day. Matt was constantly working to grow his knowledge of the sport, bringing new ideas, strategies and energy into every practice and game. What set Matt apart was his ability to build genuine relationships with this athletes. He truly cared about us as individuals, and that created an environment where we felt supported, motivated and confident to reach out full potential. We worked hard, we improved and we had fun - but most importantly, we knew he had our best interests at heart. Matt also played a key role in helping me navigate the recruitment process and pursue USport volleyball after high school, something I’m incredibly grateful for. Now as a high school PE teacher and coach myself, I often reflect on the lessons I learned from him - not just about volleyball, but about leadership, connection and character. I would highly recommend Matt to any athlete looking to grow their skills, confidence and mindset both on and off the court”

— Jade DeCoste, Setter - Nipissing University 2012-2016

“Matt has made a huge impact on me not just as a volleyball player but as a person. He pushes athletes to compete at a high level while fostering a supportive and positive environment. What sets Matt apart as a coach is his attention to detail and his deep understanding of the game. He encourages you to step outside of your comfort zone, trust your training and believe in yourself. Because of Matt I have grown as an athlete, not only physically but mentally and I am incredibly grateful for everything he has done for me. ”

— Charlotte Ross, Middle Blocker - Brock University 2024-Current; Former Provincial Team Athlete

“Matt pushes every player to be their best while creating a positive and supportive team environment. I’ve grown so much both on and off the court because of his knowledge, leadership and passion. He knows how to motivate, teach and inspire his athletes and during my time with him our team improved so much and so quickly thanks to his dedication to us and to the game ”

— Kenzie Lahey, Setter - Queen’s University 2025-Current