They're ready to play.
Our coaches are former players themselves who know volleyball. They bring expertise, excitement, and passion for player development and community.
Plus they like to have a lot of fun too.
So do we.
Allison Atwood
Where she played:
Wisconsin Juniors Club from age 12 until college. Joined D2 Truman State University.
Where she coached:
Texas Star Sports
Who she admires:
Her dad! He played in the minor leagues for the Cleveland Indians but opted out to start a family.
What she loves about TSV:
"I love that our main goal is uplifting the girls and teaching them to be confident in everything they are doing..."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
No slurpees for this coach. Lemon Lime LaCroix 4-ever.
Lana Cairns
Where she played:
All over, all throughout childhood and as young adult.
Where she coached:
Coaching for 8 years, 5 at middle schools and the past 3 with Texas Star Sports.
Who she admires:
First, Nolan Ryan. Nowadays she looks up to (literally) Shaq and Russell Wilson.
What she loves about TSV:
"I love watching them become mentally and physically tougher along with their development throughout their time with TSV."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Wild Cherry
Christine Duffy
Where she played:
In high-school, she played Varsity. College found her in club league.
Where she coached:
Both Episcopal of Dallas and Texas Star Sports since 2013.
Who she admires:
"I admire any femal athlete who pushes the limits of any sport they play AND are great role models."
What she loves about TSV:
"I love that TSV allows girls to have fun while learning how to play team sports."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Coca-Cola
Heather Dykes
Where she played:
Club, club, club, from middle school through high school.
Where she coached:
Quinla Middle School, Highland Park Middle School, Texas Star Sports
Who she admires:
Heather grew up loving Michael Jordan and Emmitt Smith. She wore Emmitt's # all through high-school.
What she loves about TSV:
"I love the relationships with other coaches and players. I enjoy getting to know them and building community."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
White Cherry
Julianne Harper
Where she played:
Juliane played in middle school and then decided to focus on basketball and track.
Where she coached:
Been coaching volleyball for the past five years, the better part of it with Texas Star Sports.
Who she admires:
My high school basketball coach.
What she loves about TSV:
"It's a great, competitive environment where athletes are excited to sharpen their skills. The girls I work with are always excited to practice and play."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Dr. Pepper
Lauren Henderson
Where she played:
School and club during her teens and then Southwestern University for college.
Where she coached:
With Texas Star Sports the past 2 years.
Who she admires:
Her first v-ball coach, Danny Phillips, made the game so much fun, it was infectious.
What she loves about TSV:
"I love coaching beginning players. They're excited and eager to learn. Plus we see so much progress and growth throughout the year."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Hands down, COLA!
Maya Lloyd
Where she played:
Maya played lots of places. USC, Highland Park High School, Skyline, Excel, Assault and Dallas Juniors!
Where she coached:
Texas Star Sports and Club Cruz (in Santa Cruz, CA)
Who she admires:
Her parents
What she loves about TSV:
"I love getting to coach young players, help build their skills, and working alongside the other coaches. It's a great community of players, parents and coaches."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Blue Raspberry
Taylor Lockett
Where she played:
Taylor started club in 9th grade and played varsity through high school. Then onto D1 at Duquesne and SMU.
Where she coached:
Minnesota Northern Lights Club, Skyline Juniors Club, and summer camps.
Who she admires:
Growing up in Minnesota made Taylor a huge fan UofM volleyball team fan. And, Destinee Hooker of course!
What she loves about TSV:
"It allows me to get more involved in the community and share my passion for the sport."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Kiwi Strawberry
Steph McKinley
Where she played:
What has Steph not played?! A natural athlete. To this day she's dominating kickball and bocce.
Where she coached:
TSV. Plus middle school v-ball, b-ball, track at Carrolton ISD and HPISD. And assistant varsity soccer at Greenville and JV soccer at HPISD.
Who she admires:
Her high-schools track and b-ball coaches. They created an atmosphere that made you love the game and committed to growth.
What she loves about TSV:
"We founded the club to help girls learn and love the game. Plus encouragement to try anything and everything!
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Strawberry snow-cones over slurpees!
Becca Smart
Where she played:
From 7th grade through 12th grade, including 3 years on varsity.
Where she coached:
5th/6th grade community coach, College Station Middle School, 4th/5th/6th GSES teams coach.
Who she admires:
Growing up, Marion Jones and now, the Texas A&M women's basketball team. Go Aggies!
What she loves about TSV:
"I love the girls I coach because they have a drive to learn and improve their skills."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Sour Patch. Pucker up!
Savannah Vardell
Where she's played:
Started at 6 years old and played through high school.
Where's she coached:
Texas Star Sports, y'all!
Who she admires:
Savannah admired and still does to this day, the one and only Ivan Rodriquez (aka: Pudge).
What she loves about TSV:
"I love working with students and teaching new skills. Coaches and sports made such an impact for me growing up. I'm paying it forward."
Favorite slurpee flavor:
Cola (and only Cola)