Kat Tatum was named head volleyball coach at Piedmont in the summer of 2025. A Georgia native and former collegiate athlete at Columbus State University, Tatum brings over a decade of coaching experience across elite club and collegiate levels.
Most recently, she served as an assistant coach at the University of St. Thomas (DIII) in Houston, where she played a pivotal role in the program’s historic run to the 2024 SCAC semifinals.
Tatum has coached with nationally recognized programs including A5 Volleyball Club, ranked the #1 volleyball club in the country, and Texas Tornados in Houston. She is also the founder of CKTV (Coach Kat Tatum Volleyball)—a mentorship platform dedicated to athlete development, empowerment, and excellence.
Known for her resilience, leadership, and competitive edge, Tatum returns to her home state with a mission to elevate Piedmont Volleyball. She is motivated to lead the Lions with championship-caliber energy and a passion for player development.
Tatum played volleyball at Buford High School, lettering all four years. Despite overcoming obstacles such as Trevor’s Disease, she was a Children Healthcare of Atlanta’s Comeback Athlete.
Tatum earned her bachelor of arts in business marketing from Columbus State in 2017.Â
