Rydberg joined the staff as an assistant coach in April of 2013. Previously as an assistant coach at UNLV, Rydberg helped coach the Rebels to an 18-11 record in 2012, with two all-conference members and four all-academic players.
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Rydberg came to the Pilots having already amassed an impressive resume with over 20 years coaching volleyball on the collegiate, club and high school levels. Prior to his two-year stint with the Rebels, Rydberg coached for Wright State (2007-09), Arkansas State (2000-02), Oregon (1995-99), Portland State (1994-95) and Cal Poly (1991-94).
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During his career, Rydberg has coached 11 All-Conference players and two All-Americans (Division II).
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Rydberg’s experience also includes coaching positions with several volleyball clubs including the SLO Juniors Volleyball Club, where has was the head coach for two-plus years after two years as an assistant. He was involved with the Storm N West Volleyball Club, Southside Volleyball Club, Athletes in Action men's touring team and Webfoot Juniors Volleyball Club.
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Along with his coaching experience, Rydberg has also contributed to the sport in writing. His article "Basic Motor Learning Principles for Coaching Volleyball" appeared in the August/September 1994 edition of Coaching Volleyball and he was a contributing author to the 1995 book Mental Training and Performance Enhancement Guide for Volleyball Coaches and Players.