St. Edward’s University’s Athletic Department hires coaches from a wide variety of backgrounds. The Coach’s Corner offers an in-depth look at the background of our coaching staff.

Q: You began playing volleyball after your high school career, so what inspired you to pursue this sport?

A: I actually started playing sand volleyball in high school when I was 16. The reason I continued with sand volleyball was because it was a new challenge and it was different than any of the other sports I played growing up. I also found that I was good at it. I really started to get into the indoor game when I attended the University of Texas, which offered a whole new challenge.

Q: As a volleyball player, what has been your greatest accomplishment?

A: In both sand and indoor I have been on teams that have won tournaments and finished high nationally, but the greatest accomplishment I would have to say is the friendships I have developed over my playing career. It is great to see how your relationships develop over time, and all the memories you make and continue to share.

Q: What are a few of your achievements as a volleyball coach?  

A: The best feeling as a coach is to see one of your players or your team accomplish a tough goal that they have set. As with most students, one of the biggest goals for these student-athletes is graduating, but not just graduating, it is graduating with honors or a high GPA. I have now had over 25 players graduate. Then the real achievement for me starts because I get to keep in touch with the student-athletes and see all the accomplishments they make after they have left the hilltop.

Q: You attended the University of Texas and received a degree in Kinesiology and a minor in Business, what is some advice that you would give students that juggle both athletics and their academics?

A: I believe in three keys that will help any student. First, “organization is the key to success,” which was a quote from my eighth grade history teacher. Second, learn good time management skills by making good life choices.  Finally, actively seek help when you need it. So many students feel they need to figure things out on their own, but that is one of the great things about St. Edward’s, there are so many people who want to help all students be successful.

Q: What do you enjoy most about coaching volleyball at St. Edwards?

A: I love the feeling of being a part of an active and caring community. The students, professors [and] staff give this campus the great energy and welcoming feel.