About Us

Next Level Athletics SC, LLC is an organization that’s goal is to help athletes of all ages reach their next level in athletics. Whether that is youth striving to learn the sport, high school athletes looking to compete in college, or adults looking to continue their athletic careers, Next Level hopes to provide an avenue to compete in a variety of sports.

Rip and Corey Ripley created Next Level Athletics SC, LLC in 2022. They were born and raised in Charleston, SC, graduating from Porter-Gaud in 2003 and 2004 respectively. After graduating from the University of South Carolina, the Ripleys dedicated their lives to serving as educators. Rip went on to receive a Masters of Science in Kinesiology with a focus in Athletic Administration from Georgia Southern and an MBA from The University of Mississippi. He is currently the Head Volleyball, Boys Basketball, and Track and Field Coach as well as Assistant Athletic Director at Wilson Hall School. Corey received her Masters in Educational Leadership from the University of South Carolina and currently serves as Assistant Principal at Oakland Primary School. They are the parents of Jack (10), Owens (7), Beau (5), Ace (3) and Mac (1).

If you have any questions, please contact Rip at coachripripley@gmail.com.

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