Coach Tu Bui began his volleyball journey as a player at UC Davis in 1990 and has since dedicated his career to coaching and developing young athletes. With over two decades of coaching experience, Coach Tu has led teams to North Coast Section CIF playoffs and continues to inspire and support athletes in reaching their full potential on and off the court.
As the Varsity Coach for both the girls and boys volleyball programs at Hercules High School, Coach Tu has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a passion for the sport. In addition to his high school coaching roles, Coach Tu also coaches the boys and girls volleyball teams at Hercules Middle School, furthering his impact on the development of young athletes in the community.
With a background in Nutrition and Biology, Coach Tu combines his education and experience to provide athletes with the tools they need to succeed. He emphasizes the importance of proper technique and form, while fostering a love for the game of volleyball. Coach Tu's innovative coaching strategies and dedication to individual player development have proven to be effective in helping athletes reach their goals.
Coach Tu fosters positive coaching relationships with athletes and their families, creating a supportive and encouraging environment for growth and success. His commitment to the holistic development of his players as both athletes and young adults sets him apart as a coach who truly cares about the well-being and success of those he works with.
Overall, Coach Tu Bui is a dedicated and experienced coach who is passionate about helping athletes realize their full potential and achieve success both on and off the volleyball court.
Timothy’s passion for volleyball was inspired by watching his father coach middle and high school school players. His coaching career began at Penn State University, where he managed the Women’s Volleyball team to a PSUAC 2017 Conference Champion Title. The following year, as an assistant coach, he led the team to a semi-final finish in the 2018 Conference Championship. In his last two years at Penn State, Timothy also played and coached for the Men's Volleyball Club, showcasing his dedication and versatility.
During summers and breaks, Timothy continued to hone his coaching skills with various club teams. While pursuing a Master’s degree at the University of California, Davis, he served as the assistant coach for the Men’s Volleyball team, which placed first in the NCCVL 24’. Timothy has made significant contributions to the Hercules Varsity Women’s Team, initially as an assistant coach in 2022 and then as head coach in 2023, leading the team to qualify for the NCS for the 2023-2024 season.
With a strong background in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Timothy takes an analytical approach to coaching. He breaks down skills to ensure players fully understand the game, equipping them with the tools to make independent adjustments on and off the court. Witnessing players make these adjustments is a key indicator of success in Timothy’s coaching philosophy. He is excited to bring his experience and passion to Enspire Volleyball Club, fostering a supportive and dynamic environment where players can thrive.
Have confidence in yourself. Trust your teammates. Play with energy.
Coach Joel is a highly-skilled and passionate volleyball coach with over a decade of experiencing playing and coaching the sport. After playing setter for his high school and university club leagues, Joel started coaching the sport at the college club level. He got bit by the coaching bug once again when his daughter started playing club volleyball. He found himself coaching club and high school volleyball soon thereafter, not only sharing his knowledge and experience, but also learning from this ever evolving sport. He is currently the Girls’ Volleyball Varsity Head Coach for Justin-Siena High School in Napa.
With a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from De La Salle University in Manila, Coach Joel is fascinated with data and he effectively integrates data analytics and metrics into his coaching philosophy. He is motivated to incorporate skills, metrics, and a competitive mindset to all his players and have them reach their full potential.
As a multi-sport coach, Coach Mike Verba brings 14 years of coaching experience to Enspire Volleyball Club. Coach Mike comes with a strong background in coaching football at youth, high school, and college level. As a second year coach for club volleyball, Coach Mike has a keen eye for talent and motivating players to bring athletes to the next level. Coach Mike is highly trained to provide fitness guidance and conditioning to young athletes. He has inspired many athletes offering a comprehensive background in strength training and sports psychology.
Coach Mike is passionate about developing, training, and supporting young athletes as they learn life lessons in the game of volleyball. His knowledge of strength training and volleyball provided players the needed guidance and confidence to excel in their positions. He is committed to providing the same level of passion, fire, and experience to his team as one of the coaches for Enspire.