bio
Ardi began his career at Newtown High School where he quickly made a name for himself, racking up awards including All-State First Team his junior and senior year, Senior All-Star Match MVP, and was a two-time All-Conference player. Ardi additionally earned the Val Dickinson Volleyball Senior Award in Honor of Val Dickinson; a referee and assigner for the CFVO who lost her battle against cancer in 2008. Ardi played club volleyball for Mizuno East, recieving club MVP four seasons in a row and the Coaches’ Award his senior year. Ardi has also had the honor of playing at two USA Volleyball Events.
Ardi played Division 1 Volleyball at Sacred Heart University as a libero and graduated Spring 2023. Ardi’s coaching experience includes Girls Club Assistant Coaching as well as leading many summer camps and clinics for both boys and girls over the years. In addition to indoor volleyball, Ardi has also coached doubles on the grass and sand.