THE PEOPLE
BEHIND LVA
Olympic athletes, international professionals, and dedicated mentors — united by a passion for developing the next generation of volleyball players and leaders.
CLUB LEADERSHIP
The family behind Luna Volleyball Academy.
LEARN FROM THOSE
WHO'VE BEEN THERE
75+ combined years of international, professional, and collegiate volleyball experience.
Coach Carlos brings elite international experience to every athlete at LVA. After competing at the highest levels of volleyball including the 2008 Beijing Olympics and winning gold at the 2003 Pan-American Games, he founded Luna Volleyball Academy to share Olympic-level training with young athletes in the DFW Metroplex. With a proven track record of teaching, coaching, and mentoring elite athletes for over a decade, Carlos has expanded his impact beyond the court as the author of Fundamentals Under Pressure, founder of Luna Online Volleyball Academy and the Wise Parent Circle Community, and as a sought-after speaker and consultant. His philosophy centers on developing complete athletes who excel both on and off the court.
"I don't just want players to execute skills — I want them to understand the game at a deeper level and carry those lessons into life."
Coach Leo is one of the most sought-after private coaches in the DFW Metroplex, known for his exceptional ability to develop players at every level. With decades of international indoor and beach volleyball experience including competing at the highest levels on the FIVB World Tour for several years, he brings a rare global perspective to athlete development. His unique blend of beach and indoor expertise creates well-rounded athletes who are prepared to compete anywhere.
"I want athletes to think, move, and grow like professionals — whether they're on sand or hardwood."
Coach Joelle brings over 17 years of coaching experience and a versatile playing background to LVA. Having competed as an outside hitter, setter, and defensive specialist before transitioning to libero at the collegiate level, she offers athletes a well-rounded understanding of every position on the court. Since joining LVA in 2022, Coach Joelle has progressed through multiple roles and currently leads LVA 15 National Red. She specializes in libero and defensive development, with a strong focus on serving, ball control, and building volleyball IQ.
"I find the greatest fulfillment in watching players grow both as athletes and individuals. My goal is to help shape their confidence, mindset, and love for the game."
Coach Kathleen brings 15 years of coaching experience across middle school, high school, and club levels to LVA. A former Division 2 athlete at Cabrini University, she combines her competitive playing background with extensive coaching certifications to develop well-rounded athletes. Her approach focuses on maximizing every training opportunity while building relationships based on mutual respect and trust.
"I believe in challenging players to strive for excellence while building confidence both on and off the court through effective communication and empathetic leadership."
Coach V brings a unique combination of playing honors and championship-level experience to LVA. After earning First Team All-District and All-City recognition in high school, she joined the University of Texas volleyball staff during their 2012 national championship run — an experience that shaped her coaching philosophy. With nine years of coaching across club and school settings, Coach V is dedicated to developing athletes both on and off the court.
"My goal is to inspire athletes to believe in themselves. We don't just improve skills — we foster a positive mindset that helps players reach their full potential."
Coach Kirby builds complete athletes on and off the court. A former Division I player, she leads our 15 Elite team, co-coaches 16 National Red with Coach Joelle and looks for athletes who match her energy, mindset and willingness to grow. Her players train with purpose, compete beyond high school and learn to lead.
"I expect effort. I coach growth. I build leaders, one rep at a time."
Coach Don brings a multidisciplinary background to support athletes across a variety of sports, ages, and abilities. Certified for adult and youth athletes, he focuses on injury prevention and athletic literacy, helping athletes build athleticism that translates across sports. He currently coaches national qualifying volleyball athletes, championship qualifying OCR athletes, military personnel, and kids and adults of all ages moving for the love of it.
"We set goals and push ourselves to achieve them, but the journey is the reward. You will find me on the court and in the gym with anyone who desires to pursue what 'best' means to them."
WHAT MAKES LVA
COACHING DIFFERENT
INTERNATIONAL METHODOLOGY
Training methods refined through decades of international competition, adapted for developing American athletes.
DEVELOPMENT OVER TROPHIES
We measure success by athlete growth — players who make higher teams, earn college offers, and become leaders.
CHARACTER FIRST
Volleyball is our tool for building people. Discipline, resilience, and integrity are taught alongside skills.
INTERESTED IN
COACHING AT LVA?
We hire head and assistant coaches year round for our 12U to 17U teams. If you share our values and love developing young athletes, we want to meet you.
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