Encore Volleyball & Rage Westside Join Forces Under One Unified Umbrella: LEMO U

10.10.25

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We’re thrilled to share exciting news: Encore Volleyball and Rage Westside - two Bay Area Volleyball Clubs built on grit, growth, and ambition - are officially joining forces under one unified umbrella: LEMO U.

 

This merger marks a bold new chapter, combining the legacy, leadership, and competitive standard of both clubs with the infrastructure and vision of LEMO U – a 43,000 sq ft campus built for youth-powered excellence in sport, entrepreneurship, and community. Together, we’re unlocking greater resources, a deeper talent pool, and a shared commitment to athlete development. We have secured the top coaches in the greater Bay Area, ready to deliver high level instruction. 

 

This isn’t just a merger. It’s a Championship move.

We’re not just combining clubs. We’re building the future of club volleyball.

 

The Merge: What It Means For Your Athlete

Two clubs. One shared vision. Under the LEMO U umbrella, we’re unlocking:

• Reps That Matter: A deeper coaching bench. Expanded positional training. Systems that sharpen skill and mindset.

• Engineered for Access: 7 courts. Sports Performance. Recharge & Recovery. Café. Retail. Whole athlete training, all under one roof.

• Progress With Purpose: Clear pathways to club, varsity, college, and beyond. Wherever she’s headed - we build the bridge.

• Culture Over Hype: One volleyball family. Shared values. Relentless energy. Championship mindset in every rep.

• Powered Beyond The Court: Leadership development. Entrepreneurial mindset. Mental performance. Community impact.

 

Leadership That Moves the Needle

• Ali, Ali & T - Co-Founders, LEMO

• Nile Minn, Torika Baleilekutu, Katie Goldhahn, Melody Sanchez – ENCORE Directors & Leadership Team

• Jen Agresti - Director, ENCORE Player & Team Development, College Recruiting

 

Backed by the infrastructure and mission of LEMO, this team is aligned, motivated, and ready to lead.

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We’re fired up about this next chapter.
Together, as a team we are proud to welcome you to ENCORE 2.0 - powered by LEMO.

 

Let’s build something legendary.

 

Ali Magner - amagner@lemofoundation.org

We envision a world where every student-athlete has the opportunity to realize their full potential. To get there, we continually ask ourselves three foundational questions: How do we compete with the very best? How do we prepare our student-athletes for success beyond the game? And how do we create a place they proudly call home? The answer always begins with people. This merger strengthens our ENCORE leadership and coaching team, ensuring we deliver the very best for the athletes we serve - on the court, in the classroom, and in life.

 

Jen Agresti - jen.agresti@encorevolleyball.com

I am thrilled to announce our merger with Encore. Over the years, we have collaborated closely, achieving national recognition and success in the volleyball arena, particularly in the Bay Area, where we have consistently earned medals and excelled. This partnership enhances our facilities and resources, combined with our exceptional coaching staff, creating limitless opportunities. I eagerly anticipate working with our community's youth to help advance their volleyball careers.