#ADERSTRONG! In 2022 our beloved Fred Ader was diagnosed with ALS, a neurodegenerative disease. Fred is the first person to make you laugh & smile when you walk into the gym.

He's a husband, father, grandfather, coach, mentor, phenomenal friend, and loves like no other. He's dedicated more than 25 years of his life to uplifting, supporting, and leading young athletes to their full potential. He is the reason for ARVC and we love him for that. We continue to support him and his family as they navigate his diagnosis. Through the efforts of our incredible ARVC community, over $10,000 has been raised to support Coach Fred in his fight against ALS. Red for Fred t-shirts & donations are open and available. Please use this link Click Here. Fred and his family thank all those who have and continue to support him through this fight.

Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. Coach Fred Ader spent most of his time in the United States Air Force, retiring here in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

He is currently active with New Mexico Athletic Association (NMAA) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) DII volleyball officiating.

Coach Fred has been involved with the sport for more than 28 years, competing overseas with the military and throughout the southwest of the United States.

He has been coaching for more than 24 years and has been with ARVC since they were first established in 1998. Under his leadership and knowledge of the game, his teams reached the USAV Girl's Junior National Championships for the last 8 years.

He currently holds USAV-CAP2 and AAU-PCI certifications in volleyball coaching.

Coach Fred's Favorite Quote - "Defeat is just a phase; challenges are forever" - Fred