​Nikki Taylor is a distinguished volleyball player from Honolulu, O'ahu, who excelled at the University of Hawai'i, earning two-time AVCA All-American and back-to-back Big West Player of the Year honors, while ranking among the school's all-time leaders in kills, service aces, and double-doubles. She was also the winningest player of all time for Women’s Beach Volleyball at UH.

Following her collegiate success, she embarked on a professional career, playing as an opposite hitter for clubs in Italy, Finland, Germany, Switzerland, and France, including Lardini Filottrano, LP Kangasala, Rote Raben Vilsbiburg, VBC Cheseaux, and Saint-Raphael Var Volleyball.

Devon is the Co-Director of Ridgeline Volleyball and is ecstatic to coach the 12s team alongside his wife, Nikki. With experience in director-level and management roles across multiple industries, Devon brings a strong foundation in leadership and communication—all while working with others to achieve shared goals.

Nikki introduced Devon to the volleyball community three years ago, and he’s been learning from the best ever since: not only from Nikki’s experience as a professional player, but also from the knowledge and perspectives of Ridgeline’s talented coaching staff. While his volleyball background is still growing, he brings curiosity, dedication, and a willingness to learn alongside the athletes he coaches.

Katelin grew up playing volleyball as an outside hitter, competing in club volleyball in Billings Montana and finishing her high school career on Senior High’s varsity team.

After suffering a knee injury during her junior year, she developed a deeper appreciation for the game from the sidelines and began taking coaching more seriously. What started as a way to stay connected to volleyball turned into a passion for helping athletes grow, build confidence, and fall in love with the sport. Since then, she has coached club teams, camps, and middle school volleyball.

Katelin’s favorite part of volleyball is the friendships, team chemistry, and memories made along the way. She loves seeing athletes step outside their comfort zones, celebrate each other’s successes, and realize what they’re capable of accomplishing as a team.

She strives to create an environment that is competitive, encouraging, and fun, where players can work hard, make mistakes, learn, and enjoy every minute on the court.

Outside of volleyball, Katelin attends Montana State University, where she studies Financial Engineering. She’s excited to share her love for the game with her athletes, help them grow as players and teammates!

Liz developed her lifelong love of volleyball watching her parents compete in beach tournaments. She began playing club volleyball in her hometown of Duluth, Minnesota, in fourth grade and continued playing throughout high school. During her club career, she was fortunate to serve as team captain multiple times, where she discovered how much she enjoys encouraging teammates, building confidence, and helping others grow.

Her favorite part of volleyball is the teamwork, chemistry, and connections that develop both on and off the court. She loves how the game brings people together, pushes athletes to challenge themselves, and creates an environment where competition and fun go hand in hand.

When she’s not playing volleyball, you can usually find Liz hiking, skiing, baking, or working on a craft. She’s excited to be part of the team and can’t wait for a great season!

Peyten Boutwell grew up in Lake Oswego, Oregon, where she played for Lake Oswego High School and the Oregon Juniors Volleyball Academy (OJVA). In high school, she led the Three Rivers League in blocks and earned First Team All-League honors.

She began her collegiate career at the University of California, Riverside before transferring to Abilene Christian University, where she was a three-time Southland Conference Honor Roll selection and made the College of Business Dean’s Honor Roll. After earning her bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Peyten continued her career at the University of Montana, completing dual master’s degrees in Business Administration and Public Administration. While at Montana, she earned Academic All-Big Sky honors both seasons and ranked among conference leaders in blocking and hitting percentage.

In addition to her playing career, Peyten has coached in both Montana and Texas, bringing extensive Division I experience and a deep understanding of the middle blocker position. She’s passionate about developing athletes’ technical skills, competitive mindset, and leadership on the court.

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Coach Kat played her high school volleyball career at Ravenwood High School in Tennessee, where she helped lead the varsity team to the program’s first—and only—three consecutive state championships beginning her freshman year. She earned State MVP honors as a sophomore and again as a junior, while also being named Tennessee’s Gatorade Player of the Year during her junior season.

She went on to play collegiately at the University of Alabama, earning Honorable Mention All-American recognition as a freshman and sophomore, along with First Team All-SEC honors both years. Kat now also competes in an indoor women’s league alongside Nikki, an experience she describes as the most fun she’s had since her college playing days.

In her coaching career, Kat served as the first assistant coach for the Franklin Road Academy varsity volleyball team in Nashville during the 2020 and 2021 seasons, helping the program achieve its highest win totals in a decade. She has also been heavily involved in running tryouts, clinics, and private lessons since graduating college in 2018.

Originally from Virginia Beach, Ashley has played volleyball since middle school, competing in travel and club leagues before playing for both her high school and the Virginia Tech Club Volleyball team.

She’s passionate about helping athletes build confidence and skill while fostering a fun, competitive team culture. Her coaching philosophy centers on hard work, teamwork, and joy in the game.

Outside the gym, Ashley enjoys hiking with her dogs, fly fishing, climbing, practicing yoga, and knitting. She’s excited to bring her love for volleyball and teamwork to the Ridgeline community.

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Jamie has played volleyball for over 20 years and has been coaching for over 10.

He attended Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD, where he participated in the club program predominantly as a setter and coached for Kairos Volleyball club in Sioux Falls before moving to Bozeman, MT in 2016.

When he’s not coaching or playing volleyball, you can find him skiing, running, and enjoying nature (ask him what cool bird he’s last seen). He works full time at LexisNexis Risk Solutions in Analytics and Data Science. 

Jake’s volleyball journey began as a freshman in Upstate New York, where he quickly developed a passion for the game. By his sophomore year, he earned a varsity starting spot and went on to serve as team captain for two of his three seasons. He also competed with Lakeside Volleyball Club, spending two years on their 18U team.

Jake continued his career at Juniata College in Pennsylvania, helping his team reach the NCAA Elite 8 in 2017. He later earned a full scholarship to Queens University of Charlotte, where he finished his playing career at the Division I level and completed his graduate degree.

After college, Jake began coaching clinics and training sessions for clubs in the greater Charlotte area, sharing his experience and love of the game with younger athletes. Since moving to Bozeman in 2019, he has become an active member of the local volleyball community and is passionate about helping grow the sport in the Gallatin Valley.

“Jake likes volleyball—Jake started to play volleyball—Jake now likes to coach volleyball.”

Gabrielle has been playing volleyball since 2nd grade, competing in both indoor and beach volleyball throughout her career. She played at Valor Christian High School, earning First Team All-League and Academic All-State First Team honors.

During high school, she also had the opportunity to play for Olympian Jayne McHugh, whose mentorship helped her rebuild her confidence and grow as a leader both on and off the court. This experience taught Gabrielle the importance of perseverance, leadership, and personal growth.

She continued her collegiate career at Catawba College, gaining experience in both indoor and beach volleyball. Having played nearly every position, with a primary focus on defensive specialist and libero, she brings a well-rounded understanding of the game.

Gabrielle is passionate about helping athletes improve their skills, build confidence, and become stronger players and people in a positive, competitive, and team-oriented environment.

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Adam is a senior at Montana State University, where he is completing his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology. He also serves as a practice player and manager for the MSU women’s volleyball program.

Originally from Olmsted Falls, Ohio, Adam grew up playing volleyball with Phoenix Boys Volleyball Club in Cleveland. He continued his playing career on Cleveland State University’s men’s club team, primarily as an outside hitter and setter.

Adam’s coaching experience includes roles with Cleveland Wave Volleyball Club and as head varsity coach at Lake Ridge Academy in North Ridgeville, Ohio, for the 2023–2024 seasons. He then moved to Bozeman to finish his degree at MSU.

He’s excited to share his creative approach to running an offense and his passion for the game with Ridgeline’s athletes.

Originally from North Dakota, Noah discovered his love for volleyball playing with his sister and dad. In high school, he helped start a men’s volleyball club before continuing his career with the Montana State Men’s Club Team for three years.

Since then, he has remained active in the sport, competing in numerous recreational leagues throughout Bozeman.