Coach

Sage Tropf

  • IMPACT Certified
  • SafeSport Certified
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Water Safety Trained
  • Heat Illness Prevention Trained
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest Trained
  • Sexual Abuse Training
  • Concussion Training
  • Mental Wellness Training
  • Mandated Reporter Training

1

Year Coaching

since 2025

2

Coaching Positions

club & school

3

Playing Stints

competitive volleyball

10

Certifications

active credentials

2

Awards

honors received

Philosophy

“Create a positive and encouraging environment where athletes learn strong fundamentals, build confidence, and enjoy playing. Focus on effort, teamwork, and helping each player improve at their own pace.”

— Sage Tropf

Biography

Sage has been playing volleyball since 6th grade, continuing through high school and into college at Santa Rosa Junior College. She competed in indoor volleyball and now plays beach volleyball at SRJC, where she earned the Certificate of Academic Excellence and Scholar Athlete awards.

She served as assistant coach at Santa Rosa High School in 2025 and is in her first year coaching with Aftershock. Her coaching focuses on creating a positive environment where athletes learn strong fundamentals, build confidence, and enjoy playing.

Sage was a multi-sport athlete growing up, playing soccer, softball, volleyball, basketball, and competitive swimming. She’s also ambidextrous.

Coaching Record

  • Santa Rosa High School assistant coach (2025)
  • First year coaching with Aftershock

Playing History

  • Playing since 6th grade
  • High school and college
  • SRJC indoor and beach volleyball

Recognition

  • Certificate of Academic Excellence, SRJC (2025-2026)
  • Scholar Athlete, SRJC (2025-2026)

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