WASHINGTON - Kaden Knepper has joined American University volleyball as an assistant coach, announced today by head coach Jenny Glenn. Knepper rejoins Glenn after spending four seasons with her at Metropolitan State University of Denver, where he was a part of her national championship staff. 

"I am honored and excited to join the American Volleyball staff here in Washington, D.C.," said Knepper. "I am extremely grateful to JM Caparro, Katie Benoit, and Jenny for the opportunity to be a part of this tradition-rich program. I look forward to continuing and elevating the success of American athletics."

Knepper was MSU Denver's lone assistant coach, handling responsibilities over scouting, training preparation, and match strategy. The Roadrunners went 116-15 over Knepper's four years on the sidelines, including the record setting championship season in 2025. On the way to the title, MSU Denver went 32-3 and captured every major victory in front of them – the RMAC regular season and tournament championship, and the NCAA South Central Regional crown. 

"Kaden is a rising star in the coaching world and we are very excited to have him join the staff at American," said Glenn. "He is a high character coach who sees the game at an elite level and trains with intentionality. Kaden is a valuable addition to the Eagles Volleyball staff."

A Mechanicsburg, Pa., native, Knepper played for Liberty University's men's club volleyball and beach volleyball teams prior to graduating in 2019. He helped guide the Liberty men's volleyball team to its best ever finish at Club Nationals. During his senior season, he was named National Collegiate Volleyball Federation All-America first team, in addition to being named the East Coast Most Valuable Player. Knepper was voted the Male Athlete of the Year by Liberty Club Sports in 2019. 

Knepper earned his bachelor's of science in sport psychology from Liberty, and completed his master's degree in industrial/organizational psychology while working as a volunteer assistant for Liberty women's volleyball.