Genesis Taylor Returns To Alma Mater As Head Coach Of Volleyball Program
Newly named head coach of the James Clemens volleyball program Genesis Taylor, far right, was one of the “Fab Four” of seniors that led the program in 2017. Her teammates along for the fantastic ride six years ago included, left to right, Katie Sharp, Brittan Davis and Bronte Ray. File Photo
FRONT PAGE FEATURED, James Clemens High School, Madison, Madison County Record, SCHOOLS -- FEATURE SPOT, Sports, Z - News Main
 By  Bob Labbe Published 
6:54 am Sunday, August 20, 2023

Genesis Taylor Returns To Alma Mater As Head Coach Of Volleyball Program

MADISON- Once a Jet…always a Jet. That’s how Genesis Taylor feels about her connection to the James Clemens volleyball team as the 22-year old has taken over the reins as head coach of the program she once played for and was team captain.

The 2018 graduate of James Clemens was a star player for the Lady Jets and was one of what was called “The Fab Four” of terrific senior players which included Katie Sharp, Brittan Davis, and Bronte Ray along with Taylor. In their three years of varsity play “The Fab Four” won over 125 matches under head coach Amanda Smith. Taylor played the libero position where in her senior campaign set a school record for most digs in a single season. She was awarded defensive player of the year award and service award among the team in both 2017 and 2018 and was tagged with the leadership award her senior year, as well.

Fast forward to 2023 and Taylor is again on the courts at James Clemens leading the current team after being head coach just prior to school opening after last year’s coach, Shelby-Grace Mays, chose to exit the program for a job in her hometown of Arab. Last year’s Jets squad posted a 13-30 record.

“The goal of the school was to find a teacher and I was taking over the summer camps after Mays left and the attending camp players begged me to stay as even the parents thought it would be a great idea,” said Taylor, who played college volleyball at Wallace State, Lawson State and Auburn-Montgomery.

Taylor graduated with a degree in nursing and currently works as a registered nurse in the medical ICU area at Huntsville Hospital where she tackles 12-hour shifts three days a week. “I work the night shift, and I, honestly, plan around my schedule and so far, it’s working out,” added Taylor.

About to celebrate her 23rd birthday on Aug. 31, Taylor is not new to coaching volleyball as she handled similar duties for both United Club and NASA Club Teams. Getting back into the confines of James Clemens was a thrilling moment for her as she said, “I love the James Clemens spirit we have here at this school and I truly believe that, along with my coaching style, brings out the best in the players. I expect and demand a lot of them, much like the guidelines I was under when I played here.”

The 2023 roster includes five seniors- Addison Delaney, Kayden Gray, Pari Malhotra, Sydney Plant and Kylie Farmer. Taylor is looking at her returning starters to lead the squad and are led by senior Kayden Gray and junior Jasmine Brantley. Taylor said of her two on-court leaders, “They are both very talented, extremely competitive and have great work ethic. They are constantly always trying to get extra reps on the court and are my most consistent hitters and are all-round players.”

“We’re a strong team as we definitely have a good group of girls to represent James Clemens,” added Taylor. “Scrappy would be a good description of this team.”

Also on The Madison Record
Space Command relocation to Huntsville to bring area growth
A: Main, Madison County Record, News, ...
Staff Reports 
September 10, 2025
HUNTSVILLE — Officials expect at least 1,400 jobs to be directly added to the north Alabama area with the U.S. Space Command Headquarters permanently ...
Newly elected Madison mayor to depart US Chess role
Madison County Record, News, The Madison Recor, ...
Ranae Bartlett was named US Chess Executive Director in 2024
By JOHN HARTMANN US Chess Press 
September 10, 2025
MADISON - It is said that no one can serve two masters. And so US Chess Executive Director Ranae Bartlett is trading Caïssa for the people of Madison,...
Triana Fire Department train for medical helicopter operation
Madison County Record, News, The Madison Recor, ...
Gregg Parker 
September 10, 2025
TRIANA – Firefighters who work in Triana Fire Department recently accomplished a new milestone in their training to serve and protect their town. On-s...
Itty Bitty Bakers sweetens the community with classes
Madison County Record, News, The Madison Recor, ...
By KADIE TAYLOR news@themadisonrecord.com 
September 10, 2025
MADISON - Sweeten your day, Itty Bitty Bakers offers baking classes for locals, from 18 months to adults. Itty Bitty Bakers owner Kayla Johnson has be...
Madison Visionary Partners to host Gather Madison, volunteers needed
Events, Madison County Record, News, ...
EVENTS
Gregg Parker 
September 10, 2025
MADISON – In its premiere in 2025, the Gather Madison event will unite residents of all backgrounds at one long table for a free, shared meal in the s...
Kids to Love to go “Over the Edge” for children in foster care Sept. 19-20
Events, Madison County Record, News, ...
Staff Reports 
September 10, 2025
MADISON - Bold, compassionate individuals will be going “Over the Edge” for Kids to Love during a thrilling two-day fundraiser where participants rapp...
The Madison Street Festival is less than a month away
Events, Madison County Record, News, ...
Gregg Parker 
September 10, 2025
MADISON – The first Saturday in October. That’s the day Madison residents turn out to visit with friends and neighbors, promote school groups, shop fo...

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *