Columbus Fury Name Caroline Knop Assistant Coach & Director of Player Development

June 7, 2026 - COLUMBUS, Ohio "" The Columbus Fury announced today that Caroline Knop has joined the organization as Assistant Coach & Director of Player Development. Knop most recently served on the University of Florida volleyball staff, where she helped continue one of the nation's premier collegiate programs while working alongside newly named Fury Head Coach Dave Boos. A rising coaching talent, Knop brings a passion for player development, a relentless work ethic, and a reputation as one of the sport's brightest young coaches as th... Full Story

Columbus Fury Names Eric Schulze President and General Manager

June 7, 2026 - The Columbus Fury announced today that Eric Schulze has been named Team President and General Manager. Schulze will lead the Fury's day-to-day operations and long-term strategic direction, overseeing all volleyball and business operations for the franchise. Schulze brings nearly three decades of volleyball leadership experience to the Fury, including extensive work in club ownership, team operations, event management, facility development, player development, and organizational growth. His career has centered on building... Full Story

Columbus Fury Names Dave Boos Head Coach

June 7, 2026 - The Columbus Fury announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Dave Boos to become the Fury's Head Coach. Boos most recently spent 15 seasons with the University of Florida, serving as associate head coach under Mary Wise, where he helped lead the Gators to fifteen consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, thirteen NCAA Regionals, a trip to the Division I National Championship match, and seven SEC championships. Boos will guide the Fury into the franchise's next chapter under new ownership with his expertise i... Full Story

Reese Atwood Signs with Carolina Blaze After Second WCWS Title

June 7, 2026 - Fresh off the heels of winning a second consecutive national championship, Texas Softball catcher Reese Atwood signed a professional contract with the Carolina Blaze. Atwood will head from Austin to Durham to compete in the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) season. Atwood helped lead the Longhorns to the peak in 2025 and 2026 and leaves the program as one of the most decorated catchers in school history. She was the Softball America National Player of the Year (2024), ⁠Johnny Bench Award winner for... Full Story

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• Columbus Fury Name Caroline Knop Assistant Coach & Director of Player Development - Columbus Fury (MLV) June 7
• Columbus Fury Names Eric Schulze President and General Manager - Columbus Fury (MLV) June 7
• Columbus Fury Names Dave Boos Head Coach - Columbus Fury (MLV) June 7
• Reese Atwood Signs with Carolina Blaze After Second WCWS Title - Carolina Blaze (AUSL) June 7
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