WolfPack men’s volleyball head coach Pat Hennelly named U Sports Coach of the Year
KAMLOOPS — One week after being named Canada West’s men’s volleyball coach of the year, Pat Hennelly received similar honours on a national level.
The head coach of the Thompson Rivers University (TRU) WolfPack men’s volleyball team was named U Sports Coach of the Year for men’s volleyball Wednesday (March 13) night. In a news release, TRU says Hennelly is the first WolfPack coach to earn U Sports coach of the year honours.
“Pat’s leadership was critical for us in navigating this season, and he has set the standard for caring for the whole student-athlete – emotionally, physically, academically and mentally,” Curtis Atkinson, TRU’s director of athletics and recreation states. “I am thrilled that schools across the country recognized Pat for what we saw day-to-day – a coach who cares deeply about his student-athletes and who is committed to creating an environment where they can succeed. We are so proud of Pat, and it is fitting that he has been recognized with this most deserving award.”