Patti Wadas brings a multi-sport background and a passion for athlete development to the Oakton
College Volleyball Program. A former three-sport athlete at Harper College, Coach Wadas
competed in basketball, softball, and volleyball, gaining a well-rounded understanding of athletic
performance, team culture, and the commitment required to excel at the collegiate level.
With six years of club coaching experience at the 13-17 age groups as well as time spent as the
Head Freshman Coach and Assistant Varsity Coach at Lisle High School, Patti has developed a
coaching style rooted in discipline, consistency, and player-centered growth. Her hands-on
approach and technical knowledge have helped athletes build strong fundamentals while
fostering confidence and leadership.
Coach Wadas holds an AAS in Kinesiology and is a Certified Personal Trainer through NACM,
bringing valuable expertise in movement and performance training to her coaching. She is
dedicated to helping student-athletes reach their full potential both on the court and in the
classroom.
Her professional goal is to build a volleyball program that is strong, disciplined, and highly
competitive while supporting each athlete’s individual growth and goals—on and off the court.
