"Really excited to start another year at Metro. I love seeing how these ladies grow on and off the court! "

Uchenna is entering her second with Metro East. Originally from Indianapolis, IN Uchenna comes to metro VBC with over 15 years of volleyball experience, starting at age 14 and culminating in 4 years as a middle hitter at Marshall University. At Marshall, she was a part of two Conference USA championship teams and selected All C-USA second team member in 2006.

Uchenna began coaching while still a player at Marshall, coaching ages 15-18 with River Cities Volleyball Club from 2004-2007. She continued on as Head Coach of the Spring Valley Cobras 17s team in 2009.

In addition to her personal experience and love of the game, Uchenna brings extensive experience in athletics, strength & conditioning and injury prevention. Uchenna moved to the DMV area in 2009 to pursue her physical therapy degree (DPT) at University of Maryland, Baltimore. She currently works as a doctor of physical therapy in Maryland. She also holds a degree in athletic training and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist.