"Orlando Gold was more than just a volleyball club, it was a family. It helped me fall in love with the sport and pushed me to the next level, ultimately allowing me to play collegiate volleyball. But what meant even more was the way everyone supported each other on and off the court, whether it was in volleyball or just in life I knew that I always had someone by my side. Now that my playing days are over coaching for OG gives me the chance to give back and be a part of shaping the next generation, just like OG did for me."

"My time with OG Volleyball shaped so much more than just how I played the game. The accountability, discipline, and teamwork our coaches instilled in us translated directly into life off the court—especially in the workplace. Whether it’s collaborating with coworkers or staying committed to long-term goals, the habits I built at OG still show up every day. I’m grateful for those lessons and the mentors who helped teach them."

"Orlando Gold is more than just volleyball for me they shaped my life forever. From meeting some of my best friends to getting an opportunity to play division one volleyball Orlando gold has built me into the man I am today. I’ve learned more than just volleyball at Orlando gold I learned life skills about discipline, mental health, and the ability to create new opportunities for myself off the court. To this day the Orlando gold volleyball family has helped me build relationships with people I will forever consider family! I am forever grateful and so excited to continue helping the younger generation get the same experience I had by learning volleyball skills and life skills at OG!"

"Playing for Orlando Gold Volleyball was an incredible experience that deepened my passion for the sport. The coaches were always respectful yet highly competitive, pushing us athletes to grow while creating a positive and driven environment. Being apart of the most elite volleyball club in Orlando was an honor and privilege and they even helped me advance my career to the next level. Orlando Gold has given me many memories that will last a lifetime and I am forever grateful for the support and intensity they brought to every practice and game."

"Playing for Orlando Gold Volleyball Club for five years shaped me in ways I’ll always be thankful for. From the first day, the coaches challenged me to be better, not just technically, but mentally. They saw potential in me even when I didn’t, and that belief fueled my work ethic. I was constantly pushed in a competitive environment where every practice felt like a chance to get sharper and tougher. The attention to detail, the high expectations, and the sense of accountability taught me what it takes to play at the next level. Because of everything I learned at Orlando Gold, I earned a Division I scholarship and I know I wouldn’t be where I am without that foundation."

I found volleyball later than most, my junior year of high school—but the impact Orlando Gold had on my journey was nothing short of life-changing. What started as a single season with OG turned into a career that took me around the world: from playing at Lees McRae College (Opp, ’07–’11), earning National Player of the Week honors in 2011, becoming a champion in Puerto Rico, to leading the A-1 Dutch League in scoring in 2013. I later transitioned into coaching at programs like Cal Baptist and the University of Florida. But none of that would’ve happened without OG. Orlando Gold was more than just a club. It was a launchpad I didn’t even realize I needed, one that set the tone for my growth as a player, coach, and man. The memories made during those short but powerful months—traveling by Greyhound to Richmond and going 11–0 to win East Coast Championships, battling Florida Sons, and driving with our crew to Nationals in Atlanta, are forever etched in my heart. The friendships I made back then have lasted decades. I still keep my old jerseys in the closet because every time I see them, I get goosebumps. That’s the kind of mark OG leaves on you. If you're considering boys volleyball in Orlando, there’s only one place I would send my future kid, Orlando Gold. The current coaching staff is outstanding, the program’s history runs deep with elite talent and championship pedigree, and the culture is built on more than just wins—it’s built on transformation. OG doesn't just develop athletes; it develops leaders, teammates, and lifelong believers in what’s possible. Forever grateful,

I’m forever grateful for the opportunities Orlando Gold Volleyball provided to me of competing at a high level of club and playing the best players & teams in the country, while also gearing me up to play and make an immediate impact at the college level and beyond!