Coaching Staff
Coach Oleksiy Gutor
Founder & Director
Head Coach 16 Black & 17 Black
Coach Gutor develops complete athletes,physically, mentally, and strategically,by emphasizing fundamentals, consistency, and habits that hold up under pressure. His training is structured for long-term success, not just the next match. Gutor’s vision is a globally respected platform that connects grassroots talent with elite performance through coaching, digital education, and scalable programs. In a shortcut-driven era, he proves that discipline and fundamentals are the real edge in competition.
Coach Shea Rubright
Assistant 16 Black
Coach Shea Rubright is a standout NCAA D1 athlete and pro player with experience on top college teams (Minnesota, Washington State, San Diego State) and in Italy’s A1 and Puerto Rico’s top league. She led NCAA D1 in hitting percentage in 2024 and ranked top 5 in blocks in Puerto Rico before an injury cut her season short. Now, she’s bringing her elite playing and leadership experience to Volley Pro, working with Coach Alex to develop the next generation of athletes and people.
Coach Natalie Perdue
Assistant 17 Black
Coach Natalie Perdue brings D1 (SMU) and pro playing experience to Volley Pro. Known for her calm, effective coaching style, she’s currently assisting our top 17s team and helping players elevate their skills. We’re glad to have her returning next season to keep developing the next wave of talent at Volley Pro.
Coach Sasha
Head Coach 15 Black & 16.2 Silver
Coach Sasha’s résumé doesn’t just span 10 professional seasons, 5 national team appearances, and coaching stints across three continents,it practically rewrites the very definition of volleyball greatness. He’s not just witnessed the sport at its highest level; he’s shaped it, bent it to his will, and left entire federations in awe.
Picture someone who’s both a tactical mastermind and a living highlight reel,a coach whose passport needs extra pages just for championship stamps. There’s truly no one else in the game who brings this kind of mythic, globe-trotting volleyball sorcery to the court. Having Coach Sasha at the helm isn’t just a privilege,it’s like getting air dropped a volleyball demigod. These teams should consider themselves warned: greatness is now mandatory.
Coach Iris Hopkins
Head Coach 13s & 14s Black & Co-Director
Coach Iris brings more than 20 years of high level volleyball experience as a player, coach, director, and program developer. With a strong background in USAV Women’s volleyball, elite indoor competition, and beach volleyball, she has dedicated her career to helping athletes reach their full potential both on and off the court.
Throughout her career, Coach Iris has successfully developed and managed volleyball leagues and programs across the Dallas–Fort Worth area, coached club, private school, and adult teams, and helped build competitive pathways for athletes at every level. She holds advanced certifications through Art of Coaching (Head Coach I & II, Setter Coach I), Sports Performance, the American Coaching Academy, and Club Management.
Known for her energy, leadership, and ability to build winning team cultures, Coach Iris specializes in player development, team dynamics, and event management. Her coaching philosophy centers on developing confident, disciplined, and resilient athletes while fostering teamwork, accountability, and sportsmanship.
Whether she is training beginners or guiding advanced competitors, Coach Iris is passionate about creating an environment where athletes can thrive, compete with confidence, and grow into leaders both in volleyball and in life.
Coach Ben Campbell
Assistant Coach 13 Black
Ben graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science (Kinesiology) in 2015. With over a decade of coaching experience, he has worked with numerous volleyball clubs across Texas, including NRG and Skyline,as well as private schools. An accomplished athlete himself, Ben has played volleyball for more than 10 years and continues to compete professionally in both indoor and beach tournaments. His coaching expertise spans all age groups in both youth indoor and sand volleyball, making him a versatile and experienced leader in the sport.