Ryan Altenburg

TVI Recruiting Coach

About Ryan

Ryan has over a decade of experience coaching boy's and girl's volleyball in high school and club programs.

Currently in his 7th year with the Downers Grove South coaching staff, he spent 2 years as girls Assistant Varsity Coach, helping them secure their first regional title in over a decade (2019). In the last 5 years, Coach Altenburg has been on the boy's staff, most recently as the Assistant Varsity Coach, helping lead the boys to a 3rd place in state finish (2022).

Before DGS, Ryan coached at Bolingbrook High School. He served on the girls staff as Head Freshman Coach for one year and Varsity Assistant Coach for the next three years. He also served on the boys staff as Varsity Assistant for 2 years and Head Coach for the next two years. He also has more than four years of club experience, coaching with CounterAttack (Orland Park) and Ultimate Volleyball Club (Mokena/Frankfort).

Ryan earned his CTE degree in industrial technology from Eastern Illinois University, where he was a 4-year member of the Men's Volleyball club team and served as a practice player/team manager for the Women's NCAA team.

Ryan sometimes offers private training as well

  • Skills: Serving, Serve Receive, Middle/Pin offense, Blocking
    Positions: Middle, Pin Hitters
    Ages: All
    Genders: All
    Club-Affiliations: None

  • My coaching philosophy is rooted in getting to know the individual behind the player to create personalized training programs that target their specific needs. I prioritize open communication and trust, ensuring athletes have a voice in shaping their focus areas. Growth comes from taking risks and stepping outside one’s comfort zone, whether through challenging drills or technique adjustments. By fostering a strong partnership and encouraging athletes to embrace discomfort, I aim to help them grow both as players and individuals.