Coach information
All coaches are IMPACT certified, have passed an extensive background screening, are members of USAV - Lone Star Region and have a passion for volleyball. Our coaches work with each athlete to improve their skills, no matter what level they start at. We are a growing organization that started late 2012. If you would like to speak with a coach, please contact Tara Oliphant at 936-788-3589.
If you have coaching experience and are interested in joining our team, please click on the button above.
Tara Oliphant
Director / Head Coach
Certification:
USAV Certified Official
CAP 1 Certified
IMPACT Certified
USAV Member
Player History:
13 years playing experience (school and USA Volleyball combined)
Oak Ridge High School All-Star Team
3 year Letterman in high school
Played with Lone Star College / Tomball Campus for 2 years thru USVBA
5 years Co-Ed Volleyball after college
Coaching Experience:
1 year YMCA Coach
8 year USAV Club Volleyball - Dynasty Volleyball Club
"As a kid in school I loved volleyball. Going thru high school was so much better knowing that I could play volleyball. I believe athletics / organized sports is very important for youth as this helps with development in so many different areas of our lives. Volleyball has always been a passion of mine. Since high school graduation, I have wanted to coach volleyball. I truly love the sport and enjoy working with the kids. It is very rewarding to see them improve, one by one!"
Shannon Kirkland
Assistant Director / Head Coach
USAV Certified Scorekeeper
IMPACT Certified
USAV Member
8 years playing experience
8 years USAV Club Volleyball - Dynasty Volleyball Club
"As a coach, I hope to pass onto our players a passion for the game and the confidence that they can achieve anything. Hard work, perseverance, and the ability to adapt to change will not only make them a stronger, smarter player, but will provide them the skills necessary to succeed in all that they do."
Isaiah 40:29-31
29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Shelby Petross
Coach
USAV Certified Scorekeeper
IMPACT Certified
USAV Member
10 Years playing experience
3 Years coaching experience
4 Years coaching with Dynasty Volleyball
As a coach, Shelby strives for excellence and loves a challenge but also loves to win. Her passion is volleyball and has die hard, winning character about her. Shelby is a strong coach and loves to incorporate fun and new plays in the game.
Raelyn Johnson
Coach
Coach Johnson is also a teacher / coach at the Junior High Level in public education. We are very excited to have her young talent brought to us at Dynasty!
New Coaches Information Coming Soon.... check back
If you have coaching experience and are interested in joining our team, please click on the button above.
Tara Oliphant
Director / Head Coach
Certification:
USAV Certified Official
CAP 1 Certified
IMPACT Certified
USAV Member
Player History:
13 years playing experience (school and USA Volleyball combined)
Oak Ridge High School All-Star Team
3 year Letterman in high school
Played with Lone Star College / Tomball Campus for 2 years thru USVBA
5 years Co-Ed Volleyball after college
Coaching Experience:
1 year YMCA Coach
8 year USAV Club Volleyball - Dynasty Volleyball Club
"As a kid in school I loved volleyball. Going thru high school was so much better knowing that I could play volleyball. I believe athletics / organized sports is very important for youth as this helps with development in so many different areas of our lives. Volleyball has always been a passion of mine. Since high school graduation, I have wanted to coach volleyball. I truly love the sport and enjoy working with the kids. It is very rewarding to see them improve, one by one!"
Shannon Kirkland
Assistant Director / Head Coach
USAV Certified Scorekeeper
IMPACT Certified
USAV Member
8 years playing experience
8 years USAV Club Volleyball - Dynasty Volleyball Club
"As a coach, I hope to pass onto our players a passion for the game and the confidence that they can achieve anything. Hard work, perseverance, and the ability to adapt to change will not only make them a stronger, smarter player, but will provide them the skills necessary to succeed in all that they do."
Isaiah 40:29-31
29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Shelby Petross
Coach
USAV Certified Scorekeeper
IMPACT Certified
USAV Member
10 Years playing experience
3 Years coaching experience
4 Years coaching with Dynasty Volleyball
As a coach, Shelby strives for excellence and loves a challenge but also loves to win. Her passion is volleyball and has die hard, winning character about her. Shelby is a strong coach and loves to incorporate fun and new plays in the game.
Raelyn Johnson
Coach
Coach Johnson is also a teacher / coach at the Junior High Level in public education. We are very excited to have her young talent brought to us at Dynasty!
New Coaches Information Coming Soon.... check back