Emma Smallcomb

Emma is the Head Volleyball Coach at Endicott College.

Head Coach at Endicott (2025-present)

Officially hired on May 28, 2025, as the program's fourth head coach.
Coached one CNE Player of the Year
Coached four CNE All-Conference honorees
17-12 overall record (.586), 9-1 CNE (.900)

Coaching Philosophy

My coaching philosophy focuses on building a competitive, team-first environment on the court and developing strong relationships with athletes off the court.

On the court - I believe creating a competitive environment in practice is vital in establishing a winning culture. Our program will be driven by athletes who are challenged daily to push themselves and each other. Through this commitment to excellence in practice, we develop the skill, effort, and accountability needed to compete at a high level.

Off the court - Equally important is the development of strong relationships with each athlete. I’m committed to supporting them as individuals, not just players. By building trust and showing each athlete that they are essential to the team’s success, we foster a culture where everyone is invested in something greater than themselves. Every role matters, and every athlete should feel their importance within the program."

Assistant Coach at Brandeis (2023-24)
Helped the Judges to their first winning campaign in 11 seasons (2024, 16-14)
Developed and executed practice plans based on opponent matchups, implementing new offensive and defensive strategies
Played a pivotal role in player development and recruiting efforts

Boston United Volleyball Club
Girls Club Director, Recruiting Coordinator, and Camps Director
Managed 27 competitive teams from the U15 to U18 levels
Oversaw player development, coaching strategies, and team operations for all practices and tournaments
Recruited and hired coaches for 51 teams, and onboarded numerous coaches to build a cohesive staff aligned with club objectives
Designed and implemented weekly practice plans
Organized the club's annual "College Recruiting Night", which connects top athletes with New England College coaches to support their recruiting process

Played at Sacred Heart (2020-24)
B.S. Sport Management (2022)
MBA (2023)
Five-year starter at libero
Pioneers went 88-45 (.662) during her career
Four-time team captain
Three Northeast Conference (NEC) titles
Two NCAA Tournament berths
All-time digs leader
2017-18 Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year