Coaches

Coach Pryor brings decades of championship leadership, collegiate coaching excellence, and player development experience to Waco Juniors Volleyball.

• 520 Career Wins
• 2-Time High School District Coach of the Year (1996, 2000)
• 2005 Southland Conference Coach of the Year
• 2009 Lone Star Conference Coach of the Year
• 2016 Big Sky Conference Coach of the Year
• 2021, 2023 American Southwest Conference Coach of the Year
• 2024 • 2025 • 2026 NCAA DIII Beach Volleyball National Champion

This is more than coaching. This is building a championship culture.

We are excited to highlight one of the leaders helping shape the future of Waco Juniors Volleyball Club. With a playing career that includes a Texas 4A State Championship in the liber position as a Junior at Midway High School and collegiate competition at Henderson State University, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to every athlete she coaches.

Coaching Highlight

• 12 Years of Head Coaching Experience at WJVC
• 8 Teams Qualified for the Girls Junior National Championship (GJNC)
• 6 Top-10 Finishes at GJNC across USA, Liberty, and American Divisions

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12U RED LEADERSHIP RETURNS!

Waco Juniors Volleyball Club is excited to announce Melissa Cain as our 12U Red Coach for the 2026–2027 season!

Entering her 4th season with Waco Juniors, Coach Melissa continues to make a lasting impact through her high volleyball IQ, passion for athlete development, and ability to build strong fundamentals that create long-term success.

Her commitment to teaching the game the right way helps young athletes grow in confidence, skill development, game understanding, and competitive mindset.

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Waco Juniors Volleyball Club is excited to announce the return of Hannah Elmshaeuser as the 14U Red Head Coach for the 2026-2027 season!

A former standout middle at Hardin-Simmons University and a dedicated leader within the Valor Volleyball Program, Coach Hannah brings a passion for athlete development, a strong volleyball IQ, and a commitment to helping players grow both on and off the court.

Her ability to build confidence, develop fundamentals, and create a competitive team culture makes her an incredible leader for our 14U Red athletes this season.

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Coach Kayleigh brings seven years of volleyball experience to Waco Juniors. She currently attends Baylor University and will be coaching the Freshman team for the 2026–2027 season.

As a player, Coach Kayleigh competed in both school and club volleyball, including five years with Wrecking Crew. She primarily played outside hitter and back row and was an all-around player. Her accomplishments include two-time District MVP, Second Team All-State, First Team All-District, Texas Private School Female Athlete of the Month, and two years as team captain.

Coach Kayleigh has also helped coach volleyball camps for elementary-aged athletes and assisted with a younger club team, focusing on hitting and serving fundamentals. Her coaching centers around developing skills, building confidence, fostering teamwork, and making volleyball fun. She is passionate about helping young athletes grow and develop a love for the sport.

Coach Alicia Hodde has consistently brought a player-first approach to every team she has led. Her ability to challenge athletes while building confidence allows players to grow not only as volleyball players, but as teammates and young leaders.

Alicia’s passion for the game is matched by her commitment to helping athletes understand it. She emphasizes communication, accountability, and decision-making, creating teams that compete with purpose and play for one another.

As our 16 Black athletes enter a season filled with opportunity, Coach Alicia’s leadership will help them embrace challenges, elevate their volleyball IQ, and develop the habits necessary for success both on and off the court.

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Coach Keeley has been part of the Waco Juniors family for many years—as a player, coach, mentor, and leader. Her passion and commitment to helping players grow make her a tremendous asset to our program.

From coaching teams and mentoring young athletes to serving as our Adult Recreational Director, Coach Keeley continues to make a positive impact throughout the Waco Volleyball community. We are excited to have her leading our 15U Keeley team this season.

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