Coach Biography's

2024/25 Coach U15 Platinum (girls) Blue Royals, plays U16 Power League

2024/25 Coach U13 Ruby (girls) Blue Royals, plays U14 Power League

2024/25  Assist Coach U11's Bling, pays U12 Power League

2023/24   

U14 National (girls) Head Coach;   

U14 Regional (girls) Head Coach;

U10 National (girls) Interim Assist Coach

2023/24  U14 Head Coach American Division National Bid Winner (Regionals 2024)

2022/23  U13 Head Coach (girls) Finished Ranked #1 in Puget Sound Region (out of all 13's teams) 

2021/22  U12 Head Coach (girls) Finished Ranked #1 in Puget Sound Region 

2020/21  U11 Head Coach (girls)

My name is Aanna & I love the sport of volleyball!   I have been playing volleyball for 14 years now;  club volleyball U12-18's & all years of middle & high school.  I was a setter for many years but switched to Libero in my Junior season. My U18 season in club our team won 1st at Emerald City Classic 18's, and I was honored with the Coaches Award for Libero MVP.  My high school team, Kamiak,  went to state in my Senior year in 2018.  That same year I was an All Wesco Libero.  I am entering my 5th year of coaching, and I love it!  I coach both indoor and beach volleyball, ages 9-15. I currently attend Western Washington university and am majoring in elementary education! I love coaching volleyball and look forward to helping and improving every player that steps in the court! 

2024/25 U15 ONYX Blue Royals Assistant Coach

I absolutely love volleyball and I’m so glad I am able to give back to the community by coaching! This year is my second year of coaching club volleyball, and I have also coached beach camps as well! A little about me is that I have been playing the sport since I was 7 years old and now I’m currently playing at the college level. I have played every position over the course of my club years but in college I am a setter and a right side hitter. My biggest inspiration for volleyball has been my dad throughout the years, hoping I can inspire girls the same way. When it comes to coaching, I always want to uplift the team, encourage them, and build a strong mindset. Mentality is the most important thing when it comes to playing any sport and I always encourage the girls to talk to themselves with a positive mindset. Another thing is doing hard work on the court and off the court, because it’s the best way to improve your skills even more than you would just in practice. There is no talent required for a strong work ethic, making an effort, staying positive, being coachable, and being on time. Outside of volleyball, I love to go to the gym, hike, paint, and play coed volleyball! 

2024/25 Assistant Coach U15 Gold (girls) Blue Royals

May 2025 1st Place Emerald City Classic U15 Club Division

2023/24 U16 (N) Head Coach Blue Royals

2022/23 U17 Head Coach Blue Royals

2021/22 U16 Head Coach Blue Royals

2020/21 U15 Head Coach Blue Royals

2019/20 U14 Head Coach Blue Royals 

2018/19 U13/14 Head Coach Blue Royals

2017/18 U14 Head Coach Blue Royals

Coach 2019, 2018, 2017 - Fall Skills Clinic Middle School Blue Royals

I am so excited to Coach U 16’s here this year!  This is my 7th year coaching at BRVBA and I consider this club and these coaches the best around.  I played volleyball in high school and when my oldest daughter started to play volleyball in 3^rd grade (2009) I realized that my love of children, teaching and volleyball were the perfect combination for coaching and I’ve been coaching ever since!  I expect hard work and teamwork on and off the court.  I will share my love for fun, competitive volleyball, skill development and a cohesive inspired TEAM!  We will compete and play aggressive, inspire and encourage each other!  Technique and game like drills are a part of every practice and expectations are high for all!  I have been the Operations Director for Nurturing Knowledge School since 1999: I am like a principal and do a bit of everything for my 7 Preschool classrooms and 2 School Age sites – teacher training and evaluation, parent meetings, enrollment, subbing, classroom evaluation, strategic planning, special needs evaluation, human resources, purchasing, etc.  I am married and have 3 children and a giant fur baby. My 2 daughters are out of state at college, my son is in highschool and our silly 125 pound puppy brings us all joy. I enjoy playing volleyball for fun and working out but most of all spending time with my friends and family, hanging out and laughing as much as possible. 

2024/25 U14 AMBER Blue Royals Head Coach 

Hello my name is Carin! I started playing volleyball in 8th grade and continued to play in high school at Edmonds Woodway. I also played three years of club volleyball with NWJRs and SNVF. This year I had the opportunity to start my coaching career at Edmonds Woodway coaching the c-team.  I’m excited to join Blue Royals and share my love for the sport with my players! I believe team sports offer so many important life lessons, and I’m passionate about helping athletes grow both on and off the court.

2024/25 U13 Jade Head Coach

2023/24 U13 National Assistant Coach Blue Royals    Winners' USA National Bid (Regionals)

2022/23 U12 National Assistant Coach Blue Royals    Winners' American National Bid (Regionals)

 2024/25 Head Coach U10 National (girls) Blue Royals

Casey played volleyball in high school and college.  She joined Blue Royals in 2022/23 season and helped the team win a U12 National Bid at Regional Championships.  Casey took the team to Minneapolis National Championships in June 2023. 2024 Casey helped the team win another National Bid, and will attend the Dallas Nationals in summer 2024 with the team.    Off the Court Coach Casey is an elementary school teacher and has a family with multiple sport athlete's with her husband.

2024/25 U14 OPAL National Head Coach Blue Royals, Winners Freedom National Bid 

2023/24 U13 National Head Coach Blue Royals    Winners' USA National Bid (Regional  Championship)

2022/23 U12 National Head Coach Blue Royals    Winners' American National Bid (Regional Championship)

2024/25 Head Coach U15 Gold  (girls) Blue Royals

May 2025 1st Place Emerald City Classic U15 Club Division

My name is Danielle Bishop and this will be my 4th season coaching club volleyball and my first with BRVBA.  I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone and be a part of a strong club.  I started playing volleyball at 8 years old and fell in love with it immediately.

I went on to play varsity at my high school, as a setter, where we won the WA state title my junior year (what a fun memory!).  I also played 5 years of club, also as a setter.  While I miss playing and competing, I consider coaching a great way to give back to the sport that gave me so much. As a coach, I believe every player is equally important to their team.  I encourage a positive and supportive atmosphere; whether on the court or sidelines, players are cheering on their teammates and having fun.   When I'm not coaching or working, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our black lab Kona!  I also spend a lot of time with my family, especially my 2 nephews who I can never get enough of.

2024/25 Head Coach U11 Bling (girls) Blue Royals, playing in U12 Power League

2023/24 Head Coach U10 National, playing in U12 Power League

I started playing club volleyball as a freshman for Victoria Volleyball Association.

I was instantly hooked, and volleyball became my main sport.   

In 2002, I was selected as Team Captain of the Canadian Junior National Team and competed in the 2002 NORCECA Championships. Following a successful summer with Team Canada, my Belmont high school team won the 2002 4A Provincial Championship where I was named MVP (Most Valuable Player).  After graduating I accepted a scholarship to play for the University of Washington. We won 2 Pac-10 Championships and the 2005 NCAA National Title. 

My years at UW were incredible and therefore I decided to continue playing professionally. I accepted an offer to play in Spain’s top Superliga and enjoyed my time overseas. 

In 2007, I decided to transition into coaching and was fortunate to do so as an assistant coach at Central Washington University. After taking years off to focus on our business and raising our two children, I’m excited to have the opportunity to join the Blue Royals program and get back in the gym!

Club Director

As Coach, I  teach my players how to play as a team. I believe team sports teach so much more than just the game. Game teaches them how to deal with loss and how to celebrate when they win as a team, it is something that players have to do in their life every day.  Having players who could play in every position on the court is very important for team success. Fundamentals are the key to building a competitive team.  All players, in each position, have to know their basics for ball control, movement and technique.   I believe that you could teach players how to play, but to get to the highest level of play they have to push themselves at practices and on their own outside of practices.  I try to motivate and push each athlete to attain their highest level of play and tell them they have unlimited potentials with effort and hard work.  I am originally from Russia! I played many sports when I was growing up. 

I first played volleyball in 7th grade.  I continued to play in high school.  I played for my Russian college team as an Outside Hitter.  I met my wife, Lisa, in Everett at a recreational co-ed  league and we played competitive co-ed at Edmonds Community College (in adult co-ed leagues) for many years until we had kids.  We have two daughters who both played Kamiak High School Varsity volleyball.  Both of my daughters also now enjoy coaching !  My wife Lisa and I  started Blue Royals many years ago, because we both have passion for volleyball. It is our dream to have a competitive volleyball club and to have a lot of fun doing it!

2024/25 Coach U14 Crystal  (girls) Blue Royals

2023/24  U16 National (girls) Assistant Coach  

2022/23  U16 National (girls) Assistant Coach  

My name is Emily and I am super excited to be part of this year’s season. I started playing volleyball when I was in 3rd grade at my local Boys and Girls Club and have been playing ever since. 

I played at Lynnwood High school as libero and was awarded honorable mention two years in a row.

While in college, I took my team to the NWAC Championship with Shoreline Community College and we also placed third in an international championship in Peru. 

The past two years I have coached for Lynnwood High School and what I love most during our time together is seeing players develop their skills and watching their love for the game grow. 

Coach Summer Training Program 

I am a student at the University of Washington studying Early Childhood and Family Studies with a minor in Disability Studies and plan to become an elementary school teacher! I played club volleyball for 6 years and was a 4-year varsity volleyball letterman at North Creek High School where I was a setter and right side hitter. I helped lead North Creek to back-to-back 4A Kingco Championships in 2018 and 2019, as well as back-to-back state appearances, with a 5th place state finish in 2019. During the 2021-2022 school year, I also competed on the University of Washington Women’s Rowing team. I have coached volleyball camps for 6 years, including kids camps (grades 1-5) and specialized skills clinics for U12-U18. I started coaching for Blue Royals’ U14-U15 clinics in the summer of 2022 and am excited to continue to help young athletes develop their skills over the course of the clinics! I love the game of volleyball and am excited to help young athletes grow their athletic and volleyball skills, learn how to strategize and work as a team, and help grow their love for the sport!

2024/25 Head Coach U16 Emerald (girls) Blue Royals

2024/25 Head Coach U13 Ruby (girls) Blue Royals, playing in U14 Power League

2023/24 Head Coach U13 Elite Blue Royals

2023/24 Assistant Coach U15 National Blue Royals

2022/23 Assistant Coach U14 Blue Royals (won bid to play USA Nationals in Chicago)

2021/22  Assistant Coach U13 Blue Royals Team

2020/21  Co-Head Coach U12 Blue Royals Team (won bid to play American Nationals in Las Vegas)

2019/20  Co-Head Coach U11 Blue Royals Team

Playing Bio:

2019 & 2020  Season, Libero, Everett Community College Trojan Volleyball

2015 to 2019 Four Year Starting Libero, Mariner High School

Played Club Volleyball as Outside Hitter, Setter & Libero since Age U10

Played 5 years Club Volleyball with Blue Royals

National Bids

2021/22 U12 American Bid Regional Championships

2022/23 U14 American Bid Spokane PNQ

I am so excited to Coach again this season! I want to improve my players to be the best ball handlers they can be.  My play time philosophy is that all players will play nearly equally, because this team is about developing all the players to be as well rounded as possible.  They should all set, spike, pass and serve.  We want to create lasting memories that are like the memories I still have of my young volleyball years.  Team bonding, tournaments and playing the sport we love with the aim to be the best players on the court eventually!

2024 Blue Royals Master Beach Head Coach  

Hello I am Coach Cait! I love everything about volleyball, but especially the beach! This will be my first season with Blue Royals but I have been coaching beach volleyball for over three years now. Prior to joining the Blue Royals team, I have been playing for Northwest University on their top beach pair as the 1's defender. This past spring season, I earned Defender of the year, First Team All-Conference, and NAIA Scholar Athlete. During my time at Northwest University, I earned my bachelor's degree in Exercise Science and will be playing my fifth year of eligibility to pursue my Masters of Business! I am excited to be a role model for these young athletes on and off the court and show them what it takes to play at the next level! 

USAV Certified Volleyball Coach

Impact Certified

Head Volleyball Coach, Boys and Girl’s Club, Lake Stevens WA  

Fall & Spring 2016-2022. Coached two teams simultaneously.

Co-Ed High school team - won championship tournament Spring 2021.

Girl’s team - won championship tournament Spring 2022

2024/25 U17 National Blue Royals (boys) Assistant Coach

2023/24 U16 National Blue Royals (boys) Assistant Coach

 Coach Junior comes to Blue Royals from Malu Club.  He commutes from Puyallup.

We are so excited to have him as a coach new this season to our Boys Team U16 National.

National Bids:  Won American Bid Dallas National Championships (2024) 

Jan 2024 U16 Boys National Blue Royals finished #1 at Southern California Boys National Qualifier in Anaheim California

2024/25 Assistant Coach U16 Emerald  (girls) Blue Royals

2023/24 U15 Elite Head Coach Blue Royals

2022/2023  U14 Head Coach Blue Royals

2021/2022 U13 Assistant Coach Blue Royals

2020/2021 U12 Co-Head Coach Blue Royals 

2019/2020 U11 Co-Head Coach Blue Royals

Impact Certified, Safe Sport Certified, USA Coach Certified, JVA Coach Certified

Playing Background

6 years of  club volleyball experience

Played Club Volleyball  Teams Blue Royals U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18

2 years College experience Everett College Trojans

National Bids

Winner American Division Girls Junior National Bid to Las Vegas (2021)

I am extremely excited to be coaching again this season!

My goals are to have a fun team experience for these young players, treat them like the older players so they know we are going to have high expectations for each player, yet we will keep it realistic for the young ages.  I believe we can train proper mechanics at a young age, have players start out with an advantage because they will be building their skill sets and muscle memories from a young age, and we as Coaches are all about making sure they remember this season as a great year!

I played Club Volleyball with Blue Royals since I was a U13 player!  I played all the way to my U18's year, and  I just finished playing two seasons college at Everett Community College for Trojan Volleyball as a starting Outside Hitter.  

I can't wait for the season to begin!

2024/25 U14 AMBER Blue Royals Assistant Coach

Coach Kristin's philosophy on coaching young people is centered around having fun and training hard, while focusing on making progress toward personal and team goals. She has over fifteen years of experience working with young people in public education, coaching, and ministry. She does not take lightly the importance of being a trusted adult in a child's life and is highly aware of how her words and actions can impact a player. Coach Kristin was a setter on her high school and club teams and has loved the sport of volleyball ever since she played the game for the first time in middle school. She has coached many sports at the recreational level including volleyball, soccer, and basketball and started coaching for Blue Royals Volleyball Academy in 2024. Outside of coaching, she loves going on dates with her husband Ben, gardening, and spending time with her family.    

2024/25 Head Coach U18 National (girls) Blue Royals

2023/24 U17 National Blue Royals (girls) Head Coach

2022/23 U18 National Blue Royals (girls) Assistant Coach 

2020/21 U16 National Blue Royals (girls) Head Coach 

2019/20 U14 National Blue Royals (girls) Assistant Coach

Coach Summer Training

High School Athlete Outside Hitter / Right Side Hitter 1st Team All KingCo

Club Teams Playing Background 

2020/2021 Blue Royals U18-A

2019/2020 Blue Royals U18-A

College Volleyball Experience

2020/21  Northwestern University DePaul (D1)

2022/23 Simpson University CALI (D1)

2023/24 Simpson University CALI (D1)

2024/25 

Co Head Coach U12 Jewel 

Co Head Coach U15 Platinum (playing U16 Power League)

Hi I’m Marina! I’ve had a passion for volleyball since I started playing as a kid. As a coach, I believe that athletes get out what they put in: if you put in the work every day, you can achieve your goal. I center my coaching philosophy around this, and around mastering the fundamentals of each skill, ensuring that every athlete builds a strong foundation for success. I enjoy a fast-paced, competitive environment where every player pushes themselves and their teammates to be better. Volleyball should be fun and energizing, and I strive to make every session an enjoyable and impactful experience for each kiddo! 

I played club starting at 11 years old until I was a senior in high school. In middle school my club team qualified for Junior National Championships 2 seasons in a row. In high school I lettered on varsity all 4 of my years at Kamiak High School as an outside hitter. My sophomore year, Kamiak made it to state for the first time in over 10 years, where I played around as a right side. That year I was named all WESCO 2nd team, and the following 2 years I was all WESCO 1st team and team MVP. I was recruited to  Bellevue College, where we finished 1st in our conference and 5th in the NWAC.

2023/2024

U14 National Head Coach (National Bid Winners) 

2022/23

U13 Co-Head Coach (Finished Ranked #1 in U14 Power League)

U12 Assistant Coach (National Bid Winners  

U14 Boys Head Coach

2021/22

U12 Co Head Coach (1st place PSR Power League)

1st place U12 Girls Williamette Classic Corvallis, Oregon

1st place NWJR MLK Tournament

1st place Presidents Day Tournament

1st place Jingle Ball Battle

2024/25 U18 National Blue Royals (boys) Head Coach 

This is my first year at Blue Royals. After coach boys club in the area for the past two years.  I have been coaching for the last 16 years at Kent-Meridian High School.  I have a passion for sports and all things competitive. I also enjoys skiing in the winter and I am an avid hiker. I am also married with 3 children.

2024/25 Training, Practice, Tournament Coach

2023/24   Assistant Coach U12's and U15's 

2022/23  Assistant Coach U11's Blue Royals

Rachael is a full time student and volleyball coach!

She is a graduate of Blue Royals Volleyball Academy.

Playing History

Blue Royals U16, U17, U18

College Volleyball 3 seasons, as a Middle Hitter/Blocker, at Everett College.

2024/25 U18 National Blue Royals (girls) Assistant Coach

Hello,

My name is Sierra, and I am thrilled to be coaching at Blue Royals this season! This will be my

first season coaching club volleyball and my second season coaching overall. This past fall, I

was the JV assistant coach at Edmonds Woodway High School—my alma mater—where I had

an incredible experience.

I recently graduated from Western Washington University with a Bachelor’s degree in

Communication and Psychology. While I chose to focus on my education rather than pursue a

collegiate volleyball career, my passion for the sport has remained strong.

Playing Background

I was a three-year varsity starter as an OH and was a team captain during my senior year. During

my time at Edmonds Woodway, I earned Wesco Honorable Mention as a junior and well as

Wesco 1st Team and All-State Team as a senior. I also played club volleyball for four years,

starting in 8th grade at WVBA volleyball club.

2024/25 U14 TOPAZ Blue Royals Assistant Coach

Hey everyone! My name is Sophie, and I’ve been part of Blue Royals for three amazing years. Volleyball has been a huge part of my life for the past 14 years, and I was fortunate to play at the college level at Edmonds College. I’ve primarily been a middle blocker throughout my career but also spent some time as a right-side hitter during high school. In my senior year at Snohomish High School, I was honored to receive the Most Efficient Hitter award, which was a huge milestone for me. Volleyball has shaped who I am today, teaching me discipline, teamwork, and resilience, and I’m so grateful for all the experiences it has given me. Now, I’m beyond excited to step into coaching and experience the game from a whole new perspective. I can’t wait to help players grow, develop their skills, and share the passion for the sport that has meant so much to me. Looking forward to an amazing season with all of you!

2024/25 U14 TOPAZ Blue Royals Head Coach

My name is Stephanie and I am so happy to be part  of the Blue Royals family. I love volleyball and  coaching has become my passion. I have been volunteer coaching CYO volleyball at St. Pius X in Mountlake Terrace for about 10 years. I have also coached at the Alderwood Boys Girls Club for the last 8 years. I have coached every level from 1 st grade through high school. I am also currently the C team coach at King’s High School in Shoreline. This is my 2 nd year coaching club volleyball. When I’m not coaching volleyball (which isn’t often), I volunteer with the CDA and at the Lynnwood Police Department. My husband Dave and I have been married over 20 years. We have a 19 year old daughter Sydney, who is currently a sophomore at Gonzaga University. I also ADORE our 2 dogs and 2 cats. I enjoy most summers at our family cabin on Lake Tapps in Sumner.

2024/25 Head Coach U14 Crystal  (girls) Blue Royals

2023/24 U16 (S) National Blue Royals (girls) Head Coach

2022/23 U16 National (girls) Head Coach

2021/22 U15 National Blue Royals Head Coach

2020/21 U14  Blue Royals Head Coach

2019/20  U12  Blue Royals Head Coach

2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023  JV Coach, Lynnwood High School 

Started playing in 3rd grade at the Boys and Girls club 

Played and went to Lake Stevens High School- captain my senior year 2015

Played at Lake VBC U15(2012), U16(2013), & U17(2014) and at Fusion VBC U18(2015)

Coached at the Boys and Girls club third and fourth grade, as a senior project/community service 

Played at Skagit Valley College 2016-2017- captain my sophomore year 2017 

Coached at Skagit Valley Volleyball Club U14 as an assistant in 2017

Transferred to Central Washington University in 2017 and graduated in 2019 with my bachelors in Food Science and Nutrition 

Coached at Kittitas County Thunder U14 as a head in 2018 & 2019 

I coach because I love the game of volleyball and it has made an impact on my life. It has taught me so many life lessons like; team work, communication, trust, and responsibility at a young age and now I am able to give back all my knowledge and passion for the game to the girls. Watching their progress and seeing them grow from the beginning to the end of the season is what I love most about coaching!

2024/25 Head Coach U17 National (boys) Blue Royals 

2023/24 U16 National Blue Royals (boys) Head Coach

Hello Players and Parents 

I have been playing volleyball for 30 years in total.  This includes 20 years in Indonesia for Club and 10 years here in the United States.

My experience includes years with Boys & Girls Club and Indonesian community and student athletes.

Volleyball has resulted in many medals and awards from Indonesia , New York state , California state, and Seattle Washington.

I love this sport because of the amount of effort, hard work, teamwork and dedication you put to improving yourself as an athlete that gives back to the team.

My Coaching Philosophy

Put 100% effort into what ever you do 

Have a great attitude no matter the circumstances

A healthy mind is a healthy body

Most importantly have fun

Thank you,   Coach Tommy Bennys

Highlights

2024/25 U17 Finish 3rd Place SoCal Anaheim National Qualifier

2023/24 U16 Win National Bid - American Division in Anaheim California

2023/24 U16 Finish 1st Place SCJA Southern California Boys National Qualifier

2022/23 Season First Place Portland Stop U16's Feb 2023

2022/23  3rd place, Platinum Finish, out of 35 teams Mercer Island Stop U16's

2022/23  3rd place, Border Smackdown, Spokane WA U16's

2024 Beach Team High School Boys Blue Royals Coach

2023 Beach Team High School Boys Blue Royals Coach

2020/2021 Blue Royals U11-A

2020/2021  Beach Teams U12's & U13's 

Currently Playing Men's Indoor Volleyball

Northpark University - Men's Volleyball Team

Chicago, Illinois

2021 Graduate  Squalicum high school

Full Ride Scholarship  Outside/Opposite/ Pin Hitter

I love to coach volleyball and very excited for the upcoming season