The staff · Sarasota, FL
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Over 30 years of playing and coaching experience. Widely known as one of the premier youth volleyball coaches on the Suncoast, with teams consistently ranked at the top of USAV in the competitive Florida region.
Tiago Campos is a former professional volleyball player from Brazil with 20 years of coaching experience and more than 15 years of experience teaching physical education. He holds a master’s degree in Physical Education and has coached indoor and beach volleyball for athletes of all ages and skill levels. As Elite’s Associate Athletic Director, Tiago focuses on developing players’ skills, confidence and understanding of the game.
With 15 years of experience coaching high school and club volleyball, Alex has helped 10 teams qualify for USAV Nationals. His teams have won multiple national qualifier titles, and he was an assistant coach for a 2017 AAU national championship team. At the high school level, he has helped Lyman win the 2020 Class 7A state championship and served as a varsity assistant at Olympia High School, where the team won four consecutive district titles.
Angie Byrd brings more than 25 years of coaching experience to Elite, including time as a collegiate head coach. She has been named Region Coach of the Year and NJCAA All-American Coach. Angie focuses on helping athletes develop their skills, build confidence and grow as teammates both on and off the court.
Turhan Douglas brings more than 25 years of volleyball coaching experience to Elite. He was the head coach of USC’s men’s volleyball program and played on Long Beach State’s 1991 NCAA national championship team. He has also coached at the junior college and club levels, including a boys’ team that won a Junior Olympics championship. His experience spans athletes from youth volleyball through the collegiate level.
Nancy Hopper has coached volleyball since 1997 at the high school and club levels. A former Sunshine State Conference MVP at Florida Southern College, she went on to lead John Carroll High School to five district titles and earn four FACA Coach of the Year honors. She was inducted into the Indian River State College Hall of Fame in 2017. At Elite, Nancy coached a 2025 AAU national championship team and a 2026 USAV national runner-up in the Liberty Division.
With 17 years of coaching experience, multiple National Championship podium finishes, and numerous teams qualified to USAV Nationals, Coach Adam brings a high-level understanding of the game, a disciplined coaching philosophy, and one of the most strategic minds in the gym.
Julia brings 10 years of coaching experience to Elite Volleyball. A former NCAA Division I athlete, she competed in both indoor and beach volleyball, primarily on the sand. She is a certified personal trainer specializing in sports performance and corrective exercise, with years of fitness management experience leading staff, programming, and instructor development. As Elite’s Recruiting Coordinator, Julia guides families through each stage of the college recruiting process.
Coach Drew brings more than 15 years of volleyball experience to the court, including four years as a men’s collegiate athlete and ongoing competition in beach volleyball tournaments. He works with pin hitters, defensive specialists, and servers to help athletes sharpen their skills and reach the next level.
Grayson Barton began coaching club volleyball in 2010 with Carolina Union Volleyball Club. He later coached the JV team at Wando High School in South Carolina before moving to Venice in 2016. After several years coaching in Charleston, he returned to Venice in 2022. Grayson is currently the JV volleyball coach at Venice High School, where he also works as a school counselor. He brings experience at both the high school and club levels and enjoys helping athletes build their skills and confidence.
Colin Burns is the varsity volleyball coach at Lakewood Ranch Prep and a former varsity assistant coach at Sarasota High School. He played volleyball for eight years, primarily as a libero and defensive specialist, and earned a degree in Psychology from Ohio State in 2024. Colin focuses on creating a positive team environment while helping athletes become disciplined, independent players on and off the court.
Kat has loved volleyball from a young age and brings more than 10 years of coaching experience to Elite. She played collegiate volleyball at Bowling Green State University and trained in Beijing, China. Kat has coached at the varsity level and focuses on building confident, competitive athletes in a positive team environment.
Shameka Burdick brings collegiate playing and coaching experience to Elite, along with a background in sports performance. A former outside hitter and libero, she holds a Master of Education degree, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist credential and a USATF Level 2 certification. Shameka helps young athletes build strength, speed and movement skills while developing confidence on the court.
Originally from Brazil, Davi is a volleyball coach and player based in Sarasota. He coaches the middle school Green team at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School and assists Tiago Campos with the varsity team. At Elite, Davi has assisted several club teams, including 16 Premier Tiago, which won the Opal Division at AAU Nationals. He also coaches youth skills classes and remains active in indoor and beach volleyball.
CT played defensive specialist for the Marquette University Men’s Club Volleyball Team from 1996 to 2000 and helped the team earn its first top 10 finish at the National Championships. He spent the last two seasons as an assistant coach at Elite, helping his team earn a bid to the USAV National Championships. In his first season as a head coach, CT focuses on skilled, confident athletes and a positive, competitive team culture.
Played for Johnson and Wales University in Colorado as an OH & Lib. Played beach from the age of 7 to current Certified official 2 years Head club coach 7 years High school coach 2 years Education/Certifications Bachelor of Science in sports and event management Impact certified FHSAA certified CPR Certified Previous Experience
[ The Elite roundup ]
300+
Active athletes
19
Club teams
6
USAV bids earned
2025
AAU National Champions
2026
USAV National Runner-Up
