Head Coach

Bio

Rhoades came to Hastings in December of 2025 after being an assistant coach at Chadron State since 2019, including four years as a student assistant before being elevated to Assistant Coach following his graduation in 2023. 

During his time at Chadron State, he coached 10 all-conference players, one conference defensive player-of-the-year, and helped the team reach the conference tournament in 2023 – their first appearance since 2003. As an assistant, Rhoades assisted in organizing recruiting efforts, player development, and scouting. He also directed summer camps on and off campus including general skills camps, team camps, and prospect camps. 

In addition to his coaching duties at Chadron State, Rhoades has also served as the head coach of the 16-and-under Chadron Elite Volleyball Club. The club began in 2024 and he led the team to the AAU National Tournament earlier this year. He has also coached camps at the University of Nebraska.

Rhoades graduated from Chadron State with an Education degree in 2023 and earned his masters degree in Sports Leadership in 2024. As a multi-event track runner during his undergrad years, he was a four-year team captain and a three-time all-conference honoree. He was named the athletic department's Clyde Bond Memorial Award recipient for leadership skills, character, and athletic abilities, in 2023.