Louie Hadfield

Outside Hitter / Opposite

Hometown

Nelson, NZ

High School

Nelson College

University Team

UMO Trojans

Degree

Bachelor of Business Management

Coaching

Nudgee College, Australia

Louie Hadfield

About Louie

Louie Hadfield has built a strong volleyball career both in New Zealand and overseas, making a name for himself as a dynamic outside hitter. A graduate of Nelson College, he was a key player in the school’s volleyball program before taking his talents to the United States.

His collegiate journey led him to University of Mount Olive (NCAA Division I/II, Conference Carolinas), where he competed at a high level while studying Business Management. During his time at Mount Olive, he helped his team secure back-to-back Conference Carolina runner-up finishes in 2021 and 2022.

Louie has also been heavily involved in club volleyball, representing Shirley Volleyball Club and winning a New Zealand National Championship in 2018. His career later took him to Australia, where he played for Brisbane Bears Volleyball Club, helping his team win the Queensland Premier Volleyball League Championship in 2023.

With experience across multiple countries and leagues, Louie continues to develop his skills while contributing to the growth of volleyball in New Zealand.

Louie's Pathway

Nelson College

Nelson, New Zealand
2013-2017

University of Canterbury

Christchurch, New Zealand
2018

University of Mount Olive

Mount Olive, NC, United States
2019–2022

Academic History
Volleyball History
Additional Information
Nelson College
  • 2013-2017
University of Canterbury
  • Major: Marketing (2018)
University of Mount Olive
  • Degree: Bachelor's of Business Management
  • Business Management Student of the Year (2022)
  • Academic Honour Roll
Canterbury U19 IPC
  • National Champions (2018)
Shirley Volleyball Club (SVC)
  • National Champions (2018)
University of Mount Olive
  • NCAA Division I/II, Conference Carolinas
  • 2nd in Conference Carolinas (2021, 2022)
  • Voted to be Nationally Ranked (2022)
Brisbane Bears Volleyball Club
  • Queensland Premier Volleyball League Champions (2023)
Junior National Team
  • USA High-Performance Championships (2018)
  • Vice Captain
Coaching Experience
  • Sharks Volleyball Academy: Volleyball Performance Program Coach (2023-2024)
  • Nudgee College: Head Coach – Year 10 Team (2024)
    • Led team to a 10-1 winning season