Coaches

Coach Panda formerly represented China in the Chinese Women's Volleyball National Team and was a National Games Champion. She was also part of the renowned Bayi Women's Volleyball Club and Hebei Province Club both based in China. Furthermore, she was recognized as a National Elite Athlete. After retiring, Coach Panda became a volleyball coach and has been coaching for over 15 years. She has worked as a head coach for Eclipse Volleyball Club, Mountain View Volleyball Club, and Monta Vista High School. Coach Panda has a master's degree in Physical Education. 

Coach Wang began training as a professional volleyball player back in 1987. She was known for playing the Middle Blocker and Setter positions. She has also represented universities in Shijiazhuang, Hebei, and Beijing at the provincial and national volleyball matches all while achieving outstanding results. 

Coach Jimmy has coached volleyball for 10 years. He played as a setter and outside hitter for UCD Men's Volleyball Club. In addition to volleyball, he also plays badminton and has won a CCS Gold and Silver medal in mixed doubles. 2016-2018: girls youth teams assistant coach, boys youth teams head coach. 2018: Boys 12-Black Head Coach. 2018-2019: Boys 12-Red Assistant Coach. 2019-2020: Eclipse Girls 16 Head Coach, Boys 13-Red Assistant Coach. 2020-2022: Boys 14-Red Assistant Coach2021-2022: Girls 18-White Assistant Coach.

Awards: Bronze Medal in SoCal Cup Showcase Boys 14 Open (2022). Premier League Champions Girls 18-White (2022). Bronze Medal NCVA Sierra National Qualifier Girls 18-White (2022) 

Played Club Volleyball in college as MB, then many years of grass and sand doubles in the Bay Area. He was head coach for four years at the school level, and has assisted for many of the 9 years that his daughters played for Eclipse Volleyball Club. He was also the "Stats Coach" for 7 years at Monta Vista High School, and believes in the importance of understanding when data can help improve a team, and when it comes down to motivation, heart and determination. 

Coach Tong played outside hitter on high school and college teams. He see volleyball as a life time passion. He served as assistant coach at Eclipse volleyball club and took the team to become regional champion. He is an IMPACT Certified coach and has NFHS Coaching Certification.

Coach Brian has been playing volleyball for 20 years and coaching high school boys and girls for 10 years. He played 4 years of varsity at SJND(St. Joseph Notre Dame) in Alameda as an OH and Setter, winning 3 league titles with 2nd team all league, 1st team all league, and MVP honors during 2005, 2006 and 2007. He also coached at SJND as an assistant and head coach for boys and girls JV and Varsity from 2011-2015. Coach Brian continued to play competitively while attending San Jose State and continues to play in adult grass and indoor leagues. He has coached for Eclipse Volleyball Club as a head coach since 2016 and The King's Academy High School JV boys and girls since 2019. 

Coach Brian continues to strive to create a fun, positive and competitive team environment in order for his team to reach their full potential. NFHS and Impact certified.

Coach Xiaoqian Shen's volleyball journey, starting in elementary school and culminating in a 15-year career, is truly remarkable. Her team’s winning 1st place in the Chinese Youth Volleyball Competition during middle school set the stage for her future successes. She holds a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in Business Management from Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. As team captain, Coach Xiaoqian led her team win the China National College Volleyball League championships for incredible six consecutive years. Her personal awards include multiple MVP, Best Attacker, and Best Middle Blocker. Xiaoqian has a passion for coaching and she pushes the potential for each and every one of the players she coaches.

Coach Andy began his volleyball journey at the age of 8 in Beijing, training in the sports school system all the way through university. Over the course of a decade, he competed in numerous tournaments with outstanding results, earning recognition as a National Second-Level Volleyball Athlete in China. His athletic talent and commitment also gained him special admissions as a volleyball athlete throughout middle school, high school, and university.

In addition to volleyball, Coach Andy has over 15 years of experience competing in badminton, which further enhanced his foundation in athletic movement, discipline, and a competitive mindset.

With a strong background in technical training and a lifelong passion for sports, Coach Andy is dedicated to helping every player refine their skills, build confidence, and reach their full potential both on and off the court.

With nearly 20 years of playing experience, Coach Ivan brings both passion and expertise to the court. As a standout player, he led his high school team to the varsity championship in the 2012–2013 Hong Kong local competition and earned a spot in the prestigious Hong Kong “Jing Ying” Tournament. Transitioning into coaching, he served as an assistant coach for the girls’ team and later as head coach of the boys’ team at Monterey Trail High School in Elk Grove.

Dedicated to teamwork, discipline, and continuous growth, Coach Ivan is committed to developing skilled, resilient athletes who not only excel individually but also elevate the success of their team.

Coach Kyra is currently an athlete at West Valley College. With nearly 10 years of volleyball experience, she has competed both indoors and on the sand, and occasionally in grass doubles as well. As an indoor player, she has primarily trained and competed as an Outside Hitter and Defensive Specialist, with additional experience on the right side. Her versatility and dedication to the game have shaped her into a well-rounded athlete with a deep understanding of multiple positions. Passionate about the sport and excited to step into a coaching role, Coach Kyra is eager to build meaningful connections with players while helping them grow both on and off the court.

With over 25 years of experience as a player, Coach Nathan brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the volleyball court. Having played at various positions in high school—including outside hitter, middle hitter, and setter—he offers a versatile perspective on the game. Throughout his career, he has developed a deep understanding of volleyball, spending more than five years competing in the co-ed IVL league, which further honed his skills and strategic insight.

Currently serving as an assistant coach at Lynbrook High School, Coach Nathan is committed to fostering a love for the sport in his players. In addition to his coaching role, he enjoys staying sharp by playing grass volleyball on the weekends, blending fun with skill development. His coaching philosophy revolves around developing not just players’ technical abilities but also promoting values like teamwork, discipline, and a genuine passion for the game.

Coach Nathan is both NFHS and Impact Certified, and he strives to inspire his athletes to reach their full potential—both on and off the court.