May 29, 2002
Texas A&M volleyball coach Laurie Corbelli was presented the George L. Fisher "Leader in Volleyball" award at USA Volleyball's annual banquet held last week in Dallas. The award, named after the first president of the United States Volleyball Association, recognizes individuals for their off-court endeavors on behalf of volleyball.
"It was a special feeling to be recognized in front of my peers who also have been my friends throughout my many years being in volleyball," Corbelli said. "My family also attended the banquet and helped make it a night I will always remember. Next to family, volleyball has been most important in my life. It has shaped my values and philosophies associated with everything I do."
Corbelli has served in numerous capacities under the USA Volleyball umbrella. She was a member of the national team from 1978-84, capturing a silver medal as a member of the 1984 USA Olympic team. She is a three-time USVBA All-American and was named the USVBA Player of the Year in the senior division at the 1992 national tournament. In addition, Corbelli was the recipient of USA Volleyball's prestigious Flo Hyman Great Female Player Award in 1998.
Corbelli also has served on numerous committees for both USA Volleyball and the American Volleyball Coaches Association. A member of the USA Volleyball board of directors and the national player representative from 1990-98, she also served on the executive committee from 1991-97. In addition, Corbelli has been a member of the USA National Team Committee, as well as the USA National Team Coach Selection Committee.
"I hope that I can continue to give back to the sport that has given me so much enjoyment and so many life-long friends," Corbelli said.
The winningest coach in A&M volleyball history, Corbelli is set to begin her 10th season at the helm of the Aggies and the 16th season of her head coaching career when A&M opens the 2002 season on August 30 against Alcorn State at G. Rollie White Coliseum.