Coaches
Kiera Powers, Club Director
My name is Kiera, and coaching volleyball is my passion. Growing up, I faced challenges with self-esteem and confidence, but volleyball helped me find my voice. Through the sport, I learned to navigate conflicts, embrace my true self, accept mistakes, and advocate for myself constructively. These are the invaluable skills I aim to impart to every young athlete.
I believe that every young athlete deserves the chance to participate in volleyball, regardless of their skill level. At SLVC, we pride ourselves on our honesty, integrity, and the foundation of trust and kindness we build upon. If you are seeking a club that embodies these values, then SLVC is the right place for you. If your current club does not provide these, we welcome you to join us.
We are excited and honored to work with your athletes!
Christina Pazzi - (13u-14u Coach)
Hi, I’m Christina! Volleyball has been a lifelong passion of mine—I’ve been playing for nearly 23 years, starting as a kid and diving into sand volleyball for the past 12. I live in Murray, UT, where I’m a proud mom of two amazing boys—one of whom shares my love for the game and plays club volleyball.
What fuels me most is the joy of teaching fundamentals and watching young athletes grow. I’ve found an incredible volleyball community here in Salt Lake, filled with friendships, support, and shared passion. Being part of this network has been a gift, and I’m thrilled to help the next generation of players build their own connections and confidence through the sport.
I’m deeply committed to helping athletes develop their skills and reach new levels in their game. Every player brings something unique to the court, and I look forward to both teaching and learning from each one this season.
Let’s make it a great year!
Michael Bacera (15u coach)
Bio coming soon
courtney young - Training Team
Hi I am Courtney! I am very excited to be joining Salt Lake Volleyball Club for my third season!
I have been playing volleyball since I was 11. I fell in love with volleyball watching my dad play and passing after the games with him. After that I was hooked on playing indoor. During high school, I played outside hitter. My senior year, we won the 3A state championship!!! All throughout high school I played club and loved traveling to different tournaments in and out of the state. After high school, I transitioned to play college volleyball for two years where I played libero (which is my favorite position). To this day I continue to play volleyball, whether it be grass or sand. I still have the passion (even though my body may not like it) and would love to pass that passion along to others this club season!
Adam Keller (12u Coach)
Growing up with volleyball as a constant in my life, the sport has been a lifelong passion; from indoor courts to doubles in grass and sand. While I love the game in all its forms, indoor 6's is where I've excelled. My journey took me from playing club volleyball at Utah State University to traveling across the country for competitive tournaments, where my team and I clinched two national titles.
That deep rooted love for the game has now carried over to coaching. My coaching philosophy is centered on more than just physical execution: my goal is to continuously grow and fine-tune player skill levels while actively building confidence and team comradery. I believe strongly that technical skill and raw talent are only half of a true winning mentality - the rest come from trust, resilience, and playing as one cohesive unit. Playing on a team with high energy will push players to their highest potential while having fun along the way.