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Kira is returning to Durham Attack to coach our 13U team and we are excited to have her back. She is a secondary school teacher with the DDSB where she coaches volleyball athletes between the ages of 14 and 18. Kira has worked as a Head Coach and an Assistant Coach with DA at the 12-14U level as well as working as a coach with house league. She still plays volleyball herself and is eager to teach these young athletes the core skills they will need to be a successful lifelong volleyball athlete.

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In her third year with DA, Jill will be the Head Coach for Spirit. As an elementary school teacher, Jillian has over 15 years of coaching athletes between the ages of 10-14. She is able to develop the skill and passion for volleyball, but also fosters important life skills such as teamwork, respect, communication, confidence, and leadership

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Stacy Carli is returning for her third year as a Head Coach with Durham Attack. A long-time member of the club as a parent, Assistant coach and Board Member, Stacy understands the importance of helping athletes develop not only their technical skills but also the social and mental skills required to play competitive sports. A long-time member of the Scarborough Solars Volleyball Club, Stacy understands the integral part sport can play in an athlete’s life and is dedicated to supporting them as they learn from their successes and grow from the challenges. Stacy speaks often about volleyball being a game of “errors” and the importance of developing the strength of character needed to move forward and on to the next point. Her athletes love her and are excited to play volleyball while competing and pushing themselves to new heights.

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Jeff Little is no stranger to volleyball. He played club volleyball with the Scarborough Solars and was an OUAA volleyball athlete with York University. He has coached numerous elementary school teams as a TDSB educator, was a member of the Scarborough Falcons coaching staff and most recently completed his inaugural year with DA as an Assistant Coach on the 18u Venom team. His desire as a coach is to create a fun environment that allows athletes to grow to their fullest potential and develop a lifelong passion for the game of volleyball. 

Melissa has been a member of the DA coaching staff for many years, assuming both Head Coach and Assistant Coach roles, and is excited to be returning as the 16U Fury Head Coach role for the upcoming season. As an athlete, Melissa played her club career with Ganaraska Wolves, and her post secondary career with Niagara College. Melissa has been a Head Coach at the 12-14U level, and an Assistant Coach at the 15-18U level. During her coaching career, Melissa has been a part of successful coaching staffs achieving both Provincial and Nationals titles, with most recent accolades including the 14U 2023 National Championship (Halifax, NS) and 14U 2024 National Championship (Richmond, BC). While these successes are to be celebrated, Melissa touts her greatest coaching achievement as having been awarded the 2022 Volleyball Canada 14U National Fair Play Award. What makes Melissa special as a coach is her ability to create a safe and fun environment where athletes are challenged to take the risks required to learn and grow, both on and off the court. Ensuring that every athlete is valued and feels a sense of belonging is the foundation of Melissa’s coaching philosophy. The environment she creates in the gym embodies the epitome of “team”, and we are excited to have her back in the Head Coaching position for the 2024-2025 season.

Kevin Leung has taken on the role of Head Coach for Chaos and brings with him a deep enthusiasm for the sport and the team. He is thrilled to continue working with this group of athletes and is impressed by their performance and potential.

A long-time volleyball enthusiast, Kevin is passionate about fostering opportunities for young athletes—not only to develop their skills and love for the game but also to grow personally through sport. His experience extends beyond coaching; he has served as a volleyball referee and is actively involved in the 9-man volleyball community.

When Kevin isn’t on the volleyball court, you can often find him at the baseball diamond. He dedicates his time to coaching and coordinating Challenger Baseball in Pickering, where he continues his commitment to youth sports and inclusive athletic programs.

Dave is a new coach at Durham Attack, but not a new coach. A Principal with the DDSB, Dave has coached many school teams teaching them the fundamentals of volleyball which provides the framework for growth and success. He wants volleyball to be fun as his belief is that athletes learn about life from sport. He is excited to coach Supreme and see their growth and development and looks forward to a successful and rewarding season. 

Kourtney’s volleyball resume is extensive. A graduate of Uxbridge Secondary school she wore the Tiger stripes. Her club career was played with the Stouffville Stingrays and her collegiate career as a member of Durham College. She began her coaching career at Durham College as an assistant, coaching there for 6 years. Kourtney has also been a 14u coach with the Team Ontario program. As a female mentor, Kourtney is able to share her volleyball journey and provide mentorship to athletes as they play through the good times and the bad times and plan for their success in the postsecondary game or as lifelong volleyball athletes and coaches. Her passion for the game is evident and we are so excited to have her sharing this love of the game with female athletes.Carlos has coached baseball as well as volleyball and feels that the coach has two roles: teacher and motivator. As a teaching coach, Carols strives to develop the technical ability while understanding the needs of each athlete in order to maximize their potential. As the motivator, Carlos strives to support each athlete and help them focus and succeed. 

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Mike will be at the helm of Intensity again for the 2025-26 season. As a veteran DA coach, he has coached athletes form the ages 12-18 and understands what is required at each stage to be successful. He has had a storied career as an OUA athlete and a beach pro. Mike still competes at the masters level. Mike is able to support athletes he coaches in the development of their technical skills, but also in their understanding of the nuances of the game. Mike believes in growth as an individual as well as a team player. He pairs his technical knowledge with physical preparation and mental training to ensure every athlete is able to achieve their best. He has won the OVA’s Mike Bugarski Coaching Award for his excellence in coaching and this year is being honoured by the OVA with a Recognition of Achievement Award. 

We are very excited to announce that Hoi Leung will be continuing as the Head Coach role with Blast this season. Hoi began his OVA coaching career with the boys program at Bronte Beach, winning a number of National Championships and developing many great players. Hoi has been a member of the OVA since 1996 coaching teams from 13u-18u achieving great success at every age, developing strong technical skills. He has been with Durham Attack as a coach and Technical Director since 2005. He has coached teams in both the boys and girls programs, as a member of the Team Ontario Regional Program, and Team Ontario Canada Game staff as well as in the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) circuit with the University of Toronto Women’s Volleyball Team. Hoi has Provincial and National titles in his accolades and is acknowledged this year by the OVA as a member of the Hall of Fame – Team category for his role as a member of the 2005 Canada Games Gold medal coaching staff.

We are so excited to have Clyde returning to Durham Attack!  Clyde has coached many teams in the boys program, with his last few years at the senior level. He has been a head coach with teams at the 15-18u level. His strong technical knowledge, commitment to mental preparation, and emphasis on coaching the whole athlete makes him an excellent choice. He understands what is needed to be successful at the 18u level and values the athletes he works with creating trust and authentic relationships. Clyde maintains contact with many of his former players as they continue to coach and mentor his new teams.