Bowie State names Toni Conway new volleyball coach

March 30, 2005

“We took our time interviewing for the volleyball head coaching position and honestly feel Toni is the right choice,” said Carter. “Her commitment to student success, both on and off the court, should prove to be a valuable asset to our department.”

Conway earned her bachelors of Science degree in Health, Physical Education and Fitness and Wellness Management, at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, NC, where she enjoyed a successful career playing Division I volleyball as an outside hitter and a defensive specialist.

While at NCA&T, Conway was a team and conference leader in service aces and defensive digs. Conway was also a member of the Aggie swim team for two years. As a scholar athlete she also represented her school as the President of her major’s club.

Conway comes to Bowie after building a number of competitive, state-contending programs while working the past three years at Oxon Hill High school as the Head Varsity Volleyball, Tennis and, Co-head Swimming coach. “I am excited about this new opportunity and I’m ready to facilitate change. I’m confident that the 2005 season will be exciting. With seven players returning, we should have a solid core of experience,” said Conway.

As a member of the Chesapeake Region Volleyball Association, Conway earned her increased mastery and professional application of coaching theory certification from USA Volleyball. Following certification, Conway joined the coaching staff of the Outsiders Junior Olympic Volleyball Club, in PG County, MD where she was the head coach of the 18’s travel team. At present Conway is the Head coach of the Metro American 18’s Regional team, located in Washington, DC.

Ms. Conway works full-time at Oxon Hill (MD) High School, as a Health teacher and Department Chairperson. In her short career as an educator she has been honored as New Teacher of the Year (OHHS, 2001-2002) and as one of the nation’s inspiring and respected educators by Who’s Who of American Teachers.