Sanford Sports Academy hires Brenna Block in Rapid City
Oct. 6, 2026
Contact:
David Brown
Sanford Health Media Relations
605-366-2432 / david.brown@sanfordhealth.org
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Sanford Sports has hired long-time coach Brenna Block to lead the newly-established Sanford Sports Academy volleyball program in Rapid City.
Block most recently served as director of volleyball at E3 Sports Complex in Rapid City, which was acquired by Sanford Sports in August. Prior to her time at E3, Block’s coaching experience includes time with USA Club Volleyball in North Texas and her own skills development camps in South Dakota.
“I’m excited for the opportunity to expand volleyball in western South Dakota,” Block said. “Our mission is to develop athletes who compete with integrity, train with relentless effort, and pursue excellence through discipline and accountability. We value the process as much as the outcome, and we measure success not just in wins, but in the kind of people our athletes become.”
“Brenna’s philosophy both on and off the court fits our program perfectly,” said Todd Kolb, Sanford Sports Academy director. “As Sanford Sports continues to grow in the Black Hills, it’s important to not only offer opportunities to local youth but provide them with coaches and mentors that elevate their success.”
Block grew up playing volleyball in both Nebraska and Texas, training with legendary former college coaches John Cook of the University of Nebraska and Donna Martin of the University of North Texas. She was a Texas all-state setter during her high school career and briefly walked on to the West Texas A&M volleyball team before a career-ending injury.
Sanford Sports announced its expansion into the Black Hills region in March.
About Sanford Sports
Sanford Sports is the modern athletics arm of Sanford Health, the premier rural health system in the United States. Rooted in science and health care, Sanford Sports offers a combination of programs, services, events, facilities and partnerships intended to make active lifestyles accessible and rewarding for people of all ages and abilities. Based on the 500-acre Sanford Sports Complex in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Sanford Sports has been changing the way athletes play for 25 years. With operations in three states, more than one million athletes use Sanford Sports facilities each year. Visit sanfordsports.com for more information.
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