Our Coaching Staff

Experienced Coaches Committed to Your Athlete's Growth

Meet Our Team

Coaches Who Invest in Every Athlete

Our coaching staff brings together decades of experience at the club, collegiate, and professional levels. Every coach at TAV Houston is selected not only for their volleyball knowledge but for their ability to connect with young athletes and drive real development.

From technical skill-building to mental preparation, our coaches are hands-on, detail-oriented, and deeply invested in the success of every player on the roster.

Leadership & Head Coaches

Coach Michael Torres

Club Director & Head Coach

Coach Torres brings over 20 years of volleyball coaching experience to TAV Houston. A former collegiate player and Division I assistant coach, he founded TAV Houston with a vision to build the strongest player development program in the region.

USAV CAP II Certified Former NCAA D1 Assistant Coach 15+ Years Club Coaching

Coach Sarah Williams

Associate Director & 18s Head Coach

Coach Williams is a former professional volleyball player who has coached at the elite club and college level for over a decade. She specializes in developing hitters and training athletes for college-level competition.

Former Pro Player (AVP) USAV CAP II Certified College Recruiting Specialist

Coach David Chen

16s/17s Program Director

Coach Chen has been developing elite young talent for over 12 years. His systematic approach to skill development has helped dozens of athletes earn college scholarships and compete at the highest levels.

USAV CAP I Certified Former NCAA D2 Head Coach USAV HP Pipeline Coach

Our Coaching Team

Coach Jessica Martinez

15s Head Coach

Specializes in setter development and offensive systems. Former All-Conference setter at the collegiate level.

Coach Ryan Johnson

14s Head Coach

Focuses on building strong fundamentals in young athletes. Known for creating a positive, high-energy training environment.

Coach Amanda Lewis

13s Head Coach

Passionate about introducing young players to competitive volleyball the right way. Develops confidence and game IQ from the ground up.

Coach Marcus Brown

Assistant Coach & Strength Coordinator

Certified strength and conditioning specialist who designs age-appropriate athletic development programs for all TAV teams.

Coach Emily Nguyen

Assistant Coach

Former TAV alumni and college volleyball player. Brings a unique perspective as someone who came through the TAV development pipeline.

Coach James Patterson

Assistant Coach

Experienced defensive specialist coach with a focus on libero and DS development. Strong track record of college placement.

Train With the Best

Our coaching staff is ready to help your athlete reach the next level.

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