Austin is a 3-Time NCAA Champion, winning titles both as a player and a coach. He coached collegiately for over a decade making stops at the University of Illinois and TCU among others. In that time he coached 10 different All-Americans to 12 total awards.

Austin brings a wealth of experience learning from some of the best coaches in the country. He competed collegiately at UC Irvine under former USA National Team head coach John Speraw. He served under current Stanford head coach, Kevin Hambly, during his time at Illinois. Additionally, he spent 2 years working with 11 time NCAA Champion, Charlie Sullivan at Springfield College.

Above all, Austin is passionate about teaching young people to believe in themselves and learn life skills through sport.

Skills: All foundational skills (hitting, passing, defense, etc.), volleyball IQ, and visual cue recognition
Positions: All
Ages: All
Genders: All
Club-Affiliations: None

I believe the role of a coach extends beyond skill development. My responsibility is to help athletes develop the character and skills required to perform at a high level. Performance, to me, is not just about outcomes. It’s about how an athlete shows up in spirit, mind, and body. My goal is to help athletes build an internal standard where effort, focus, and accountability come from within, not from external pressure. I approach the coach–athlete relationship as a guide during a demanding and formative stage. I provide belief, stability, and direction, while maintaining a standard of excellence. I don’t expect anything from an athlete that I don’t demand from myself. They owe full effort and openness to growth; I owe them preparation, intention, and the same level of commitment. My feedback philosophy is built on understanding before correction. When an athlete struggles I don’t default to assumption. I ask questions, identify the root issue, and adjust accordingly. It’s my responsibility to diagnose that correctly. I believe failure is not something to avoid, but an input to future success. I aim to create an environment where athletes can fail forward and begin solving problems independently. Success, for me, is measured by how close each athlete gets to their potential and who they become in the process. If they leave with stronger standards, greater independence, and the ability to navigate adversity without relying on me, then I’ve done my job.