Women's Swimming & Diving

Jake Shellenberger

Women's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Conference Carolinas | CC

Bait And Switch Program From A Used Car Salesman

Date: February 26, 2025

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.0

2.5

1.0

3.0

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"Jake cares about Jake, he will say an do anything to promote himself and the program. Then when you join you'll see a completely different person and program. Nothing about his "innovative" style of coaching is new or up to current swim standards. Old school mentality of grind it as hard as you can with same repetitive things. During recruiting he'll give you all kinds of attention, long talks, and glorious stories of the program and culture. But then as soon as you're in season the self importance of Jake begins. He has zero idea how to deal with girls and give motivation. There is no positive energy and everything is based on fear and a negative occurring. He will find his one or two favorites on the team that are the fastest and those are the only swimmers that get the attention or any positive feedback. Now even before the House vs. NCAA settlement has been approved with roster limits he's taking the Liberty Team Culture and throwing it out the window for his own ego. In some delusion he believes he will get transfers from other Major D1 schools to Liberty. Just look at his bio on the Liberty swimming page, it's nothing but a diatribe of how great he thinks he is and ego boost. Beware of the bait and switch. He'll talk a good game, but once you're in the program you'll realize you've been sold a lemon."

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

I Would Not Recommend This Coach For Any Volleyball Coaching Jobs.

Date: October 20, 2024

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Coach Johnson by far was the worst coach I've ever had. He was a very poor communicator and very non motivational. He never allowed his assisant coaches to coach. This coach should be no where near a volleyball court. I feel bad for any girl that has to play for him. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Friendly, Easy To Work With, Caring

Date: September 2, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Easy to get a long with. Works well with others. Cares about the players. Understands the game at a high level."

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Highly Recommended And Would Recommend Him To Anyone

Date: August 24, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Great communicator. Understands the game at a high level. Really cares about his team. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Caring. Compassionate. Competent

Date: August 24, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Trevor has been great. He meets with everyone of his players bi-weekly and truly cares about each of us. We are so grateful to have him on our staff!"

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Highly Recommended Coach!

Date: August 23, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"I can’t believe the things that some of these parents have the nerve to say about coach Johnson. My daughter had a great experience playing for Trevor. He was the best coach for her. I’m sorry their daughters didn’t work hard and didn’t play. This is not acceptable. What a pathetic excuse for a parent to rant on Him. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Great Coach. Wants What’s Best For His Players.

Date: August 23, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Reading these comments makes me realize that there are people out there that have it out for coach Johnson. Maybe their daughters are telling mom and dad all the “bad things” they think that are going on. When in reality things are going good and that He is being honest with their daughters. Maybe these parents don’t want to hear the truth. I’m glad to see that he’s still coaching and that these parents didn’t get to him. Give him a break. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Worst College Experience

Date: June 4, 2024

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"So sad that this was the worst experience with Volleyball of all club and school coaches. Coach Johnson calls a timeout and does not even know which rotation the players are in. Does not help players improve. Lies about scholarships. Only plays transfer players. Shame on Liberty for keeping him so long! "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Slimey Rat, Do Not Recommend

Date: June 3, 2024

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Literally the worst coach to ever exist. Do not hire this man or your program will go down in flames. Says what you want to hear but will never actually meet any expectations unless your expectations are on the floor. Cares more about what he has on his feet than the people he recruited. Questions your faith in the Lord if you lose a game. Also says to get on a diet if you lose a game. Uses programs money for apparel for self instead of what the program needs to be spending money on. Has kicked girls off of the team for absolutely no reason at all and does not give an explanation for his terrible behavior. Completely dismisses your value and self worth as a person. Good luck trying to have a normal conversation with this man. Has the maturity of a twelve year old boy. PLEASE talk to anyone who has transferred or quit the team and you will hear the same things."

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Stay Away From This Coach!!

Date: May 4, 2024

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Coach Johnson was fired although they said he resigned. He basically ran a ponzi scheme with scholarships. Do your research and reach out to former players if you want the truth. I pray he never becomes a college coach again. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Great Coach!!! I Would Highly Recommend

Date: May 2, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Great coach who cares. Cares more about the person than the player. Invests in each players lives. Wants the best for each athlete. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Do Not Trust This Coach!!!

Date: April 26, 2024

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Coach Johnson lacks clear communication skills, leaving players confused and unsure of their roles and responsibilities. He fails to provide constructive feedback, instead relying on criticism and blame. He displays favoritism, giving unfair advantages to certain players while ignoring others. Coach Johnson creates a negative team culture, fostering an environment of fear, intimidation, and low morale. Coach has poor organizational skills and mismanagement which leads him to over promise scholarships to other girls. If you're a high school player or transfer stay as far away from him as you can. "

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Coed Cheerleading/Dance/Spirit/Stunt

Jordan Ballard

Coed Cheerleading/Dance/Spirit/Stunt Head Coach / Cheerleading

Liberty University

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Glad This Clown Is Gone From Liberty Cheer

Date: March 24, 2024

By Other

2.2

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.0

1.0

2.0

3.0

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Fitness Is Important Poor Communication

"Co Jo was a total jerk. He was mean to women and created body image issues for much of the team at LU."

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Don’t Believe A Thing. Does Not Keep His Word.

Date: October 14, 2023

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Wish I knew about this site when I played for him. Recruits, stay away! Very dishonest. Goes back on his word. We used to bring our phone in meetings to record him. Ask former players who transferred for the scoop. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Would Not Recommend To Anyone

Date: September 30, 2023

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"He is a terrible communicator on and off of the court. Will put people in and take people out without even telling the players. Promises WAY too many things and does not keep his word. Often says inappropriate things and should not be trusted as a coach. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Do Not Entrust Your Daughter With Him!

Date: September 30, 2023

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Terrible coach. Does not know the game. Makes promises to get great athletes and then treats them terribly. Lies constantly to the athletes. Brings transfers in from other colleges and then plays them over current athletes that have earned their playing spot. "

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Men's Tennis

Derek Schwandt

Men's Tennis Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Coach Creates Team Unity, Team Spirit And Develops Athletes Into Players With Character And Talent

Date: May 24, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Accessible Dedicated To Players Easy To Get Along With Great Leader Positive Person

"Derek is knowledgeable, caring, driven and focused on both individual development and team development "

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Women's Softball

Dot Richardson

Women's Softball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

The Best Coach I’ve Ever Had

Date: October 28, 2022

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

Tags

Accessible Motivational Believes In You Cares About Academics Great Leader

"I am honored to have played for this woman! She’s is everything I wanted as a coach. She cares about you as a person and your walk with The Lord. She doesn’t push religion on you and will have conversations with you about anything! She is truly an amazing person. "

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Women's Volleyball

Trevor Johnson

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

10/10 Would Never Recommend

Date: April 24, 2022

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.6

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Poor Communication Disorganized Cares About Academics Accessible Intense

"Terrible communicator, over promises scholarships and under delivers, immature, picks favorites, does not care about your overall well being. "

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Women's Lacrosse

Kelly Nangle

Women's Lacrosse Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Date: May 4, 2020

By Verified Athlete

4.6

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

4.0

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Accessible Cool Direct Intense

"She has a very high lacrosse IQ and she coaches in a way that motivates the players to always be better and to never settle. "

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Men's Cross Country/Track & Field

Brant Tolsma

Men's Cross Country/Track & Field Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Date: February 23, 2019

By Verified Athlete

4.6

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.5

3.5

5.0

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Accessible Cool Direct Intense

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Women's Swimming & Diving

Jake Shellenberger

Women's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Conference Carolinas | CC

Date: May 24, 2018

By Verified Athlete

2.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.0

2.5

1.0

3.0

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Accessible Cool Direct Intense Old School Mentality

"Jake is a robot, who is programmed to impose his beliefs on you and nothing else. He has a complete lack of regard for the mental and physical well-being of his athletes. All he is concerned with is winning and promoting himself further in the swimming world."

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Men's Tennis

Chris Johnson

Men's Tennis Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Date: December 7, 2017

By Verified Athlete

4.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.0

3.0

4.0

5.0

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Accessible Cool Direct Intense

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Women's Volleyball

Shane Pinder

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Date: June 22, 2017

By Verified Athlete

2.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.0

2.0

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Accessible Direct Intense

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Men's Cross Country/Track & Field

Brant Tolsma

Men's Cross Country/Track & Field Head Coach

Liberty University

NCAA DI • Big Sky Conference

Date: June 22, 2017

By Verified Athlete

4.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.5

3.5

5.0

Tags

Accessible Cool Direct Intense

"Little bit old. Represents God well at Liberty, which is a Christian University. Has really funny jokes, very straight forward about everything. Calls for leadership on a team, and expects everyone to achieve the best they can be. "

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