Texas Club Coaches

Ariel Oliver

Head Coach - 16 Emerald Coastal

Coach Ariel’s Favorites:
Food: All things that taste good! Also, CFA, Chipotle, Thai, and Indian food.
Drink: Coke Zero and Coffee
Colors: Blue or purple
Season: Fall
Holiday: My birthday (duh) or New Years
TV Show or Movie: Game of Thrones and House of the Dragons
Store: Target or Amazon
Professional Volleyball Player: Yossiana Presley, Lexi Rodriguez, and Asjia O'Neal

I love coaching volleyball because it's such a reflection of life. Witnessing our players face adversity and overcome it while having fun is the best feeling as a coach.

Bri Black

Head Coach: 15 Emerald Local

Coach Bri’s Favorites: 
Food(s): Italian, Chinese, Queso & chips
Drink(s): Iced chai tea latte w/ white chocolate
Color(s): Blue and Neutrals
Season: Fall/winter
Holiday: Christmas
TV Show or Movie: Friends, Brooklyn 99, and She’s the Man
Store(s): Target and American Eagle
Professional Volleyball Player(s): M. Christenson, A. Skinner, E. Shoji, M. Hancock, and J. Thompson

I have been coaching for about 7 years now on both the high school and college club levels. Our lovely club organization founders coached me throughout high school and helped me get to play at the collegiate level. I enjoy coaching because I love experiencing those little moments when everything clicks for a player and/or team! Getting to see players thrive in a sport you’re passionate about is otherworldly.

Savannah Hall

Roving Assistant Coach

Coach Savannah’s Favorites:
Food: Japanese, Chick-fil-a, and turkey burgers
Drink: Chai Milk Tea Boba and Starbucks Hazelnut Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
Color: Blush Pink, Beige, and Emerald Green
Season: Fall
Holiday: Halloween
TV Show or Movie: Friends, Big Bang Theory, and The Good Doctor 
Store: Target, Barnes & Noble, and Nike
Professional Volleyball Player: Madisen Skinner, Asjia O’Neal, and Zoe Fleck

I played my first 2 years of college at UT Arlington as a DS/Libero and have been coaching since 2019. I am currently in my last year of my Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Augustana University. I love being able to guide and help young athletes achieve their full potential on and off the court. I also enjoy sharing information on recovery and injury prevention with young players to encourage longevity in their athletic careers. I am truly grateful to be a part of their journey in the sport I love so much!

Kara Johnson

Head Coach - 14 Green Local

Coach Kara’s Favorites:
Food: Skinny Pop Popcorn, French Fries, and Dried Strawberries 
Drink: Diet Dr. Pepper and ice-cold water :)
Color: Pink, Blue, and White
Season: Winter
Holiday: Christmas or the 4th of July
TV Show or Movie: Game of Thrones, Shrek, and The Bachelor
Store: Target and Amazon 
Professional Volleyball Player: Kerri Walsh Jennings and Madison Skinner

I started playing volleyball in the 7th grade and went on to play both volleyball and soccer at the club and high school level. I played for Precision my 17s year of club and was honored to return as a coach. I find joy in helping players grow both on and off the court. I am very grateful to be given the opportunity to share my love of volleyball with all our athletes!

Krysten Lovelocke

Head Coach - 14 Emerald Local

Coach Krysten’s Favorites:
Food: Sushi, Fresh Fruit, and Chocolate
Drink: Sweet Tea and Coffee
Color: Lime Green
Season: Summer
Holiday: Halloween
TV Show or Movie: I prefer books!
Store: Target
Professional Volleyball Player(s): Asija O'Neal, Justine Wong-Orantes, Betty De La Cruz, and Avery and Madi Skinner

I have been coaching for 15 years and still play adult sand in the summer. I enjoy coaching because athletics has always been such a huge part of my life, and I enjoy sharing my love for the sport with others. I believe sports are essential to developing the whole person; you learn such valuable skills like how to compete, teamwork, and the value of hard work.

Jordyn Rivers

Head Coach - 13 Emerald Local

Coach Jordyn’s Favorites:
Food: Mexican & pasta
Drink: iced lattes
Color: red
Season: fall
Holiday: Christmas
TV shows or movies: Clueless & Love Island
Store: Target
Professional volleyball player: Micaya White

Prior to coaching, I played 5 years of club volleyball. Three of my club seasons were with PAVC. I loved playing, but I believe coaching is my calling. I like to see a player’s progress, and I enjoy helping them grow in the sport.

Brandy-Fey Stratton

Assistant Coach - 18 Emerald

Coach Brandy’s Favorites:
Food: Zucchini
Drink: Sweet Tea
Color: Purple, Gray, and Green
Season: Autumn
Holiday: Halloween
TV Show/Movie: The Good Place and Jurassic Park
Store: Barnes and Noble
Professional Volleyball Player: I enjoy watching all the professional teams!

I've been playing volleyball for over a decade now, and the 2024-2025 season will be my third season coaching. It is incredibly rewarding to get to work with players and watch them grow with our program, and I am very excited for the upcoming season!