Heather Gambone

Coach Heather Gambone
Unified Volleyball – 11th Season 

Heather Gambone serves as Unified Volleyball’s Youth Development Coordinator, along with coaching 10-Blue and 11-Blue teams.

Heather’s coaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of hard work, discipline, and teamwork. She is known for her ability to motivate players to reach their full potential and for her innovative approach to training and skill development. Heather is committed to helping her players not only excel in volleyball but also grow as individuals, teaching valuable life lessons that extend beyond the court.

A 2001 graduate of Walled Lake Central, she helped lead her high school team to two State Semifinal appearances. She continued her collegiate volleyball career at Western Michigan University for two years before transferring to Oakland University, where she played for three more seasons. At Oakland, Heather left her mark—setting school records for blocks and kills, both in a single season and over her career.

Heather has coached volleyball for 16 years across various levels, including 16 seasons as a Varsity Coach at Seaholm High School alongside Jason Gambone. Together, they helped lead Seaholm to the MHSAA State Quarterfinals in 2012 and the Regional Finals in 2014. She has proudly coached many athletes who have gone on to play collegiate indoor and beach volleyball.

In addition to her coaching career, Heather is a dedicated 4th grade teacher and a proud mom to Summer and Bryn Gambone. She enters her 10th season with Unified Volleyball in 2023, continuing to shape the next generation of athletes with passion, experience, and heart.