Marissa is a volleyball player and coach with a background in both collegiate competition and junior coaching. As a former NCAA Division II & III athlete at The College of Saint Rose and Johnson & Wales University, she primarily played as a middle blocker and had the opportunity to serve as team captain, earning a spot on the GNAC All-Tournament team and receiving the Scholar Athlete Award.

From 2016 to 2022, she coached at CMASS Juniors Volleyball Club, where she worked with travel teams for players aged 13-18. Her focus was on leading practices and developing drills, always striving to create a supportive environment for the athletes. With experience in middle blocking, right-side play, and setting, she takes joy in helping players of various skill levels grow. She has also volunteered with Special Olympics volleyball, which has been a rewarding experience in her journey with the sport.