This season David will be coaching our 16.2 Royal team in Beaverton. David brings extensive experience as both a player and coach. He grew up in upstate New York, played for the Rochester Pace Bootlegger Volleyball Club, and competed at the Division I college level as a four-year starter and team captain.

David has coached club volleyball, including the 16.3 team at Oregon Juniors, and spent over a decade coaching his sons’ youth sports. He also trained under Jim McLaughlin at University of Washington junior camps, gaining deep experience with the Gold Medal Squared coaching methodology.

David’s coaching philosophy emphasizes fundamentals under pressure, learning by doing, and preparing athletes to succeed on and off the court. He is passionate about helping players grow in skill, confidence, and teamwork while fostering a positive, supportive environment.