Deena grew up playing volleyball in Jackson, Michigan and played varsity for Hanover-Horton High School. She also played travel volleyball for clubs in the Jackson and Hillsdale areas.

From 2016-2020, Deena was the varsity coach at Holly High School, winning two league championships and was voted League Coach of the Year twice. She has also coached middle school volleyball at Holly Middle School and Waldon Middle School.

After spending two years as the varsity coach at Oxford High School, Deena is entering her 2nd year as the varsity coach at South Lyon High School.

Following last season as the 17-1s coach, she is excited to be back for another season at High Performance!