Marchionda enters his first season at the helm of La Roche Volleyball, bringing more than 35 years of experience in Western Pennsylvania volleyball as a player, coach, official, mentor, and program builder.

 

He previously served as head coach at Montour High School, where he led the program to 14 section championships, a WPIAL championship, a PIAA runner-up finish, and multiple postseason appearances. His former players and assistant coaches have gone on to win multiple WPIAL championships, and his programs have developed athletes who advanced to NCAA Division I, II, and III volleyball.

 

Marchionda also served as interim head women's volleyball coach at Robert Morris University, where he led the Colonials to an NEC Tournament semifinal appearance.

 

As a player, he was an NCAA Division I letterwinner at The Ohio State University, was named one of Volleyball Monthly's Fab 50 Prep Players in America, was a two-time PIAA First Team selection, a three-time WPIAL First Team selection, and a WPIAL champion at Montour.

 

In addition to his volleyball background, Marchionda has spent more than 30 years in education as a teacher, curriculum leader, school administrator, and education technology executive. He is the founder and CEO of WisdomEDU, an education technology company focused on improving student writing, feedback, and growth through the responsible use of artificial intelligence.

 

Marchionda's coaching philosophy centers on clear communication, player development, role clarity, accountability, and a competitive team culture.

 

Marchionda will focus on connecting with returning student-athletes, building the incoming roster and strengthening regional recruiting pipelines.