Emmanuel College Men's Volleyball

Men’s Volleyball

Meet The Coach Coach May brings a lifetime of volleyball playing and coaching experience to Emmanuel College, along with an undeniable passion for the sport. Taking over the helm of the Saints program in the 2014-15 season, May came to Emmanuel bringing an abundance of playing and coaching experience. In addition to his GNAC and Division III coaching experience at neighboring Emerson College, May also served as an Assistant Coach for the Division I women’s volleyball team at Princeton University in 2013.A California native, May did his undergraduate work at Santa Monica College andat California State University, Northridge, earning his Bachelor of Arts degree inCommunications Studies. During the summers, May is the clinic coordinator andhead coach of the Sláinte Volleyball Club. Since 2007, he has run volleyball campsand club programs in San Francisco.May is an accomplished player as well, setting for the San Francisco Paai Kau Smashand the Los Angeles Mad Dogs. Since 2002, he has led his teams to one first placefinish, three second place finishes and several top-five finishes in the North AmericanChinese Invitational Volleyball Tournament (NACIVT). May led Hazard Volleyball to aregional championship in the Garden Empire Volleyball Association (GEVA) in 2012 andled XLVB to four Gold Regional Championships in the Northern California VolleyballAssociation (NCVA) in (‘08, ‘09, ‘10, ‘12). As a collegiate setter, May captained hisSanta Monica College Team in 2001.The EC Athletic Department has been very enthusiastic about May joining the Saintsstaff as well. “Coach May brings a wealth of competitive playing and coachingexperience, and his entire professional career has been dedicated to volleyball,”boasted Emmanuel’s Director of Athletics Pam Roecker. “He is regarded as aninnovative, passionate, skilled and person-centered coach and his style is a perfect fitfor our college. I am confident in Coach May’s ability to challenge, lead and supportour talented squad both on and off the court, as the Saints continue to compete forthe GNAC Championship on an annual basis.”Bori MayHead Men’s Volleyball Coach614-732-1661 [email protected]

“If you want to be a part of a great volleyball tradition in a beautiful city, this is a place foryou. Emmanuel College is a hidden gem that lies in the heart of Boston. Let EmmanuelCollege be your home away from home and make Boston your own backyard.”– Bori May, Head Men’s Volleyball Coach, Emmanuel College

Emmanuel College’s SportsFacilitiesThe Jean Yawkey Center Gymnasium is home to the Saints for both practice andcompetition. With bleacher seating for up to 1400, game nights become the placeto be for the EC Superfans, the dance team and the cheerleaders. The YawkeyCenter also includes a state-of-the-art training facility, as does St. Joseph Hall. Bothfitness centers are updated with new platforms, racks, free weights and plate-loadedequipment. St. Joseph Hall also includes a separate cardio room. “Emmanuel College provides an amazing opportunity for student-athletes to achieve success in the classroom, to compete athletically in a comprehensive NCAA Division III environment, and to fully participate in our campus community

Great Northeast AthleticConferenceEmmanuel College competes in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC),comprised of 12 New England colleges and universities. Teams that win a GNACChampionship receive an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III National Tournament,established in 2012. GNAC colleges with participating men’s volleyball programsinclude: Albertus Magnus College, Johnson & Wales University, Lasell College, MountIda College and Rivier University, along with conference affiliates Emerson Collegeand Wentworth Institute of Technology.on a daily basis. Our coaches totally support the academic mission of the College,and our student-athletes continue to make us proud on an annual basis.”– Pam Roecker, Director of Athletics & Recreation, Emmanuel College



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About EmmanuelEmmanuel is a coed, residential, Catholic liberal arts and sciences college in the cityof Boston. Its beautiful 17-acre campus is neighbored by a world-class medical center,two major art museums and Fenway Park. Our vibrant community of 1860 undergradstudents gets involved with more than 90 clubs, organizations and activities, 16Division III athletic teams, intramurals and more.A strong liberal arts and sciences education has been our proud tradition since 1919.Today we offer more than 50 majors, minors and concentrations, including programs

in accounting, biostatistics, biochemistry, crime and justice, and sport management.Our unique location gives students the opportunity to explore real-world experiencesthrough internships, research and strategic partnerships within the Longwood Medicaland Academic Area and the city of Boston. Our students have interned with PUMA,Boston Police Crime Labs, the Massachusetts State House and professional sportsorganizations, including the Red Sox, Bruins, Celtics and Major League Lacrosse,whose headquarters are in town.

Dedication. Expectation. Talent. It’s all here. This is a teamthat has taken a big step forward and is turning heads atthe national level. With hard work and commitment, we’ve

placed ourselves in a position to win and earn recognition thatseparates us from the pack. We’ve proven we’re ready and able tocompete against the best. Now only one question remains: ARE YOU?

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