Boys Tryout Information 2024

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2024 Boys Summer Season Tryouts!

We are looking to add players to our Boys 16 Black & Boys 18 Black for the 2024 extended summer season! Join us for:

Please contact us at diablovbc@yahoo.com if you are interested or if you have any questions!

2024-2025 Boys Tryouts

Tryouts for our Boys 2024-2025 season are coming up soon on Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17, 2024. We are planning to offer teams in both Walnut Creek and Brentwood areas!

Registration will open on Monday, July 1, 2024.

Cost: $40 per player per tryout.

See all the tryout dates and times below, and stay tuned for a list of our teams and coaches for the upcoming season!

Boys Tryout Dates & Times

Times and dates are subject to change.

Age Group Date Time Location
18 and UnderFri. August 16, 20246:00 PM - 8:00 PMTice Valley Gym
17 and UnderSat. August 17, 20249:00 AM - 11:00 AMTice Valley Gym
16 and UnderFri. August 16, 20246:00 PM - 8:00 PMTice Valley Gym
15 and UnderSat. August 17, 20249:00 AM - 11:00 AMTice Valley Gym
13/14 and UnderSat. August 17, 202411:00 AM - 1:00 PMTice Valley Gym

Tryout Location

Tice Valley Gym

2055 Tice Valley Boulevard
Walnut Creek, CA 94595

Boys Teams 2024-2025 - Walnut Creek Division

Boys 18 Black

Shaina Steinberg

Shaina Steinberg

Since picking up a volleyball for the first time at a clinic in 2010, the game has changed my life forever. It quickly became my passion and what kept me motivated to do better and be better; there was no turning back! I was involved with Diablo Valley Volleyball clinics before playing at Clayton Valley Charter High School and then at Sonoma State University for the Women’s Club team. We were fortunate enough to bring home the title of Division ll National Champions in 2018. During my time at Sonoma State, I was given the opportunity to be the head coach at Casa Grande High School for the Freshman and JV teams and the assistant coach for the Varsity team. Coaching at a high school level inspired me to start coaching for NOMAR volleyball club where I was the head coach for a 14 Premier team. After returning home from college, I began coaching for Diablo where I was the assistant coach of a 15 Power team and 16 Premier team. Since then, I have been a head coach and assistant coach for many teams and clinics. I am always excited to share my love of the game and help athletes reach their goals!

Some of my goals are:
• Creating a positive, inclusive environment where players can develop as athletes - both mentally and physically
• Fostering an environment where the players feel inspired to strengthen their skills - individually and as a team
• To see an athlete holistically and to adapt my coaching to what the player and team needs
• Building confidence through hard work and a positive mindset
• Building meaningful, authentic relationships with players, coaches, and other clubs
• Having fun!

Playing Experience:
• 2015-2018 Sonoma State University Club (Libero/Defensive Specialist/Setter)
• 2011-2015 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Libero/Defensive Specialist)
• 2011-2015 Clayton Valley Charter High School (Libero/Setter)

Accomplishments:
• 2023 - 11th in the 17 USA Division at Boys Junior Nationals
• 2022 - 5th in the 16 Club Division at Boys Junior Nationals
• 2018 Sonoma State NCVF National Champions - Division II

Coaching Experience:
• 2023-2024 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Girls 16 Premier Head Coach)
• 2023-2024 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Boys 18 Power Head Coach)
• 2022-2023 Acalanes High School (Boys JV Head Coach)
• 2022-2023 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Girls 13 Power Head Coach)
• 2022-2023 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Boys 17 Power Head Coach)
• 2021-2022 San Ramon Valley High School (Boys Varsity Assistant Coach)
• 2021-2022 San Ramon Valley High School (Boys JV Assistant Coach)
• 2021-2022 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Boys 12 Power Head Coach)
• 2021-2022 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Girls 16 Premier Head Coach)
• 2021-2022 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Boys 16 Power Head Coach)
• 2020-2021 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (14 Premier Head Coach)
• 2019-2020 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Girls 16 Premier Assistant Coach)
• 2019-2020 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club (Girls 15 Power Assistant Coach)
• 2017-2018 NOMAR Volleyball Club (Girls 14 Premier Head Coach)
• 2017-2018 Casa Grande High School (Girls Varsity Assistant Coach)
• 2017-2018 Casa Grande High School (Girls JV Head Coach)
• 2017-2018 Casa Grande High School (Girls Freshman Head Coach)

Boys 17 Black

Sean Stratton

Sean Stratton

Coaching Philosophy

My main goals for the players that I coach are that they improve in the game of volleyball, build confidence, and gain strong communication skills.

CAP I – Certified

I have been involved in coaching sports since I was 14 years old when I was helping my dad coach my older sister’s softball team. I have always had the passion to be a coach and share my experience with others. I have been coaching volleyball for over 30 years. I have coached all levels and I have coached players from 8 to 60 years old.

I have had lots of successes in coaching and not all have come from winning a game. Just the idea that players finally get what I am asking them to do is the greatest gift I can receive. The player will look over towards me with a big smile, and we both know what has just happened.

I have my degree in Physical Education from California State University Long Beach. I’ve taken many things that I learned from my degree and incorporated them into my coaching.

I have always liked this quote that I share with all my teams. ”There is no limit to what can be accomplished if it doesn’t matter who gets the credit”

Most Recent Coaching Highlights:
(All of the successes below came from dedicated athletes with the support of their parents. I thank all of you for these great years)
• 2018 - NorCal High Performance Coach (March-April 2018 in Pordenone, Italy) - Cornacchia World Cup
• 2017 - NorCal High Performance Coach (July 2017 in Fort Lauderdale, FL) - USA HP Championships
• 2016 - San Ramon Valley High School - 5th Place in NCS
• 2014 - USAV Junior Nationals - 17th Place in 14 Open Division
• 2016 - San Ramon Valley High School Men’s Varsity - 13 Seasons
• 2014 - Diablo 14 Black - Power League
• 2013 - Diablo 16 You Know - Undefeated in All Leagues
• 2012 - Diablo 18 Green
• 2012 - San Ramon Valley High School - Frosh Team
• 2012 - Diablo 16 Fury - Undefeated in All Leagues (Lost in the finals at Regionals)
• 2012 - San Ramon Valley High School - 5th Place in NCS
• 2011 - Diablo 16 Black - 26th at USAV Junior Nationals
• 2010 - USA Boys High Performance Camp - WI Dells, WI
• 2010 - Diablo 16 Black - 29th at Junior Olympics
• 2008 - USA Boys High Performance Camp - Long Beach, CA
• 2007 - NCVA Boys High Performance 18 and Under Coach (Traveled to Europe)
• 2006 - San Ramon Valley High School Varsity Boys - 3rd Place in NCS
• 2006 - NCVA Boys High Performance - 3rd Place (Sacramento, CA)
• 2005 - NCVA Boys High Performance - 5th Place (Salt Lake City, UT)
• 2005 - San Ramon Valley High School Varsity Boys - NCS Champions (36-0)
• 2005 - Awarded Tri-Valley Herald All Sports Coach of the Year
• 2004 - Awarded Contra Costa Times Coach of the Year
• 2004 - San Ramon Valley High School Varsity Boys - NCS Champions
• 2003 - Diablo 18 Stratton - 5th at Junior Olympics in the 18 Open Division
• 2001 - Diablo 18 Stratton - 11th at Junior Olympics in the 18 Open Division
• 2000 - Diablo 18 Stratton - Undefeated Season in NCVA
• 1999 - Diablo 18 Stratton - 9th at Junior Olympics

Boys 16 Black

Hayden Zollars

Hayden Zollars

I started playing volleyball in 2008 on a 14’s team with Diablo Valley. I played six years of club with Diablo from 2008-2013 and always had such a great experience with all my teams and coaches. I also played at Deer Valley High School and was awarded BVAL 1st Team All-League and Team MVP my senior year. I played four years of club volleyball at Sonoma State University while earning my degree in Computer Science. I took on the roles of Women’s Volleyball Club President and Team Captain to help lead our team to win the 2018 Division II NCVF National Championship.

Since graduating, I have been involved with Diablo, coaching and assisting various teams and helping players of all ages and skill levels at camps and clinics. My goal as a coach is to help players develop their volleyball skills and knowledge of the game to their fullest potential in a fun and positive environment. I am excited to continue coaching as it has proven to be such a rewarding experience to help players reach their goals and realize their love for the game just as I have!

Coaching Experience:
• 2024 Diablo Girls 14 Green - Head Coach
• 2023 Diablo Boys 16 Black - Assistant Coach
• 2023 Diablo Girls 14 Green - Head Coach
• 2023 Diablo Boys 17 Black - Assistant Coach
• 2022 Diablo Boys 16 Black - Assistant Coach
• 2022 Diablo Girls 15 Black - Head Coach
• 2021 Diablo Girls 14 Green - Head Coach
• 2020 Diablo Girls 14 Green - Head Coach
• 2019 Diablo Girls 13 Green - Head Coach
• 2018 Diablo Girls 14 Green - Assistant Coach

Playing Experience:
• 2014-2018 - Sonoma State University Club Volleyball - President and Team Captain
 • 2018 - NCVF National Championship, Division II- 1st Place
 • 2017 - NCVF National Championship, Division II - 3rd Place
 • 2016 - NCVF National Championship, Division II - 5th Place
 • 2015 - NCVF National Championship, Division II - 3rd Place
• 2011-2013 - Deer Valley High School Varsity
 • 2013 - BVAL 1st Team All-League
 • 2013 - Team MVP
• 2010 - Deer Valley High School Junior Varsity
• 2008-2013 - Diablo Valley Volleyball
 • 2013 - Girls 18 Green
 • 2012 - Girls 18 Green
 • 2011 - Girls 16 East Power
 • 2010 - Girls 16 United
 • 2009 - Girls 14 Dynamite
 • 2008 - Girls 14 East Premier

Boys 15 Black

Mike Rizarri

Mike Rizarri

I’ve been coaching since I was very young. One of the first things I learned as a player and coach is that if you have a strong base of fundamentals, you will have every tool you need in order to succeed in whatever sport you play.

My coaching philosophy is very simple and that is to make the growth and development of the game my number one concern each and every day. The athletes will learn what it takes to be a team player and develop each and every skill it takes to play this wonderful game of volleyball. As a coach, I will work hard each and every day to improve and expect every player on my team to do the same. My team motto is to always be better than we were yesterday!

2017-2018 Assistant Coach 15/16 Girl’s Premier at Diablo Volleyball Club
2017-2018 Assistant Varsity Coach Benicia High School Girls Volleyball
2017-2018 Head Coach J.V. Benicia High School Girls Volleyball
2016-2017 Assistant Varsity Coach Benicia High School Girls Volleyball
Jeany Cave

Jeany Cave

Hi, my name is Jeany Cave and I have been coaching volleyball for over 25 years and this is my second year coaching with Diablo. I first developed my love for the sport when I played in school. Since that time I have coached various age levels from 13’s - 18’s, junior high, high school, and club.

I had the great opportunity to coach both of my daughters and now they too are coaching their own teams up in Oregon where they now live. I took a brief break from coaching during my youngest’s senior year of high school so I could enjoy her last year. Once I retired from the Fire Service I decided it was the right time to return to coaching and Diablo is my perfect fit.

Boys 14 Black

Coach TBD

Boys 14 Black

Coach Coming Soon!

Boys Teams 2024-2025 - Brentwood Division

Boys 17 / 18 Green

Coach TBD

Boys 17 / 18 Green

Coach Coming Soon!

Boys 15 / 16 White

Annaliesse Rivera

Annaliesse Rivera

I tried many different sports growing up but I eventually discovered volleyball and fell deeply in love with the sport. I had watched my older sister play in high school and really didn’t get to try it until I got to middle school. It became something I knew I was good at but strived to be even better at every day. Once I got to high school I discovered club and began to play and grow stronger as a player but also as a person. I played club for four seasons, 3 being played with Diablo and 1 with Hercules Dynamite. After graduating high school I went on to play 1 season at Los Medanos College. Playing volleyball has taught me self-discipline, teamwork, mental toughness, effective communication on and off the court, and commitment. Learning these not only helped me deal with situations on the court but also off the court. After finishing my season at Los Medanos I knew I wouldn’t be able to live without volleyball and knew I wanted to give back to our youth. Since then I have assistant coached 4 teams and head coached 1 team for Diablo.

Coaching Goals
As a coach, I strive to give my players the best opportunity to thrive under any circumstances on or off the court. I want to give my players a positive experience while also helping them gain confidence, learn how to work together and communicate effectively.

School:
• Los Medanos College (2021) • Freedom High School
 • Varsity (Captain, 2020-2021)
  • BVAL Honorable Mention
  • Most Inspirational Award
 • Varsity (2019)
  • BVAL Honorable Mention
  • BVAL Sportsmanship Award
  • Lady Falcon Award
  • Athlete of the Week (The Press)
• Inderkum High School
 • JV (2018)
  • MVP Award
• Freedom High School
 • JV (2017)
• O’Hara Park Middle School

Club:
• Diablo 18 Black - 2021 (Outside/Libero)
• Diablo 17 Black - 2019 (Outside/DS)
• Hercules Dynamite 16 - 2018
• Diablo 16’s - 2017

Coaching History:
• Diablo 17 Black (Boys) - Assistant Coach (2023)
• Diablo 14 Brentwood - Head Coach (2023)
• Diablo 16-3 White - Assistant Coach (2023)
• Diablo 18 Black - Assistant Coach (2022)
• Diablo 13-2 Green - Assistant Coach (2022)
• Boys Clinics (2022)

Boys 13 / 14 White

Coach TBD

Boys 13 / 14 White

Coach Coming Soon!

2024-2025 Age Definition

Please review the age definitions before registering:

  • 18 and Under - Born on or after July 1, 2006
  • 17 and Under - Born on or after July 1, 2007
  • 16 and Under - Born on or after July 1, 2008
  • 15 and Under - Born on or after July 1, 2009
  • 14 and Under - Born on or after July 1, 2010
  • 13 and Under - Born on or after July 1, 2011
  • 12 and Under - Born on or after July 1, 2012