Ashley grew up playing the game recreationally. Though never competing at a formal level, she has enjoyed participating in various co-ed recreational volleyball leagues as an adult, fostering both teamwork and camaraderie.

In addition to her love for volleyball, she has been actively involved in youth sports, particularly soccer, where she assisted with her children’s teams, helping to guide and support the young players despite not holding a formal coaching position.

Professionally, Ashley works as a nurse, with a wealth of experience in both emergency room care and pediatric clinic settings.