NATCHITOCHES – After four years as a student assistant coach at Ohio University, Zach Weinberg has been tabbed as graduate assistant for the Northwestern State volleyball team, announced co-head coaches Hugh and Stephanie Hernesman Thursday afternoon.
 
"We're thrilled to add Zach to our staff. He comes highly recommended from a coach that is a very good friend of mine at a very successful program that I highly respect," said Hugh Hernesman. "Zach brings a strong work ethic, a great video and statistical background and most importantly, a real desire to coach at this level. Additionally, we believe that Zach will bring some new ideas and perspectives as we continue to strive towards being one of the top programs in the Southland Conference and the region."
 
Under sixth year head coach Ryan Theis, Weinberg assisted with training, travel, statistics and the breakdown of film for team scout sessions each week. His assistance led the Bobcats to three MAC tournament championships and NCAA tournament runs.
 
"Zach is an extremely dedicated and hard working person," said Theis. "I believe he'll be a valuable asset and tremendous fit for Northwestern State Volleyball."
 
On the side, Weinberg served as president, coach and player of the men's club volleyball team, as well as head coach in the ALETA Aces, an advanced training volleyball club in southeastern Ohio.
 
Weinberg graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management in March of 2012 and spent a year working in ticketing for the Orlando Magic before returning home to Voorhees, N.J., to take over the second year program at Camden Catholic High School in Cherry Hill, N.J. The Fighting Irish went 1-21 in their inaugural season, but improved to 9-10 under Weinberg and qualified for a spot in the New Jersey Non-Public state tournament. Four of his student athletes earned All-Conference honors.
 
Weinberg will be studying towards a Master of Science degree in Health and Human Performance at NSU.