Our Coaching Staff

With two years of club volleyball experience, four summers volunteering at youth volleyball camps, and a season of coaching under my belt, I bring energy, commitment, and a love for the game to everything I do. I'm passionate about helping players grow and creating a positive, hardworking team environment. I'm beyond excited to be here this season

- Ready to coach, connect, and make it one to remember!

Hi, I’m Aleksandra Box, and I am excited to serve as a Coach for Magic. Volleyball has been a major part of my life for more than a decade, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share that passion with our athletes. I played collegiate volleyball at the University of Dallas and spent years competing in club, winning multiple tournament titles. In high school, I earned All-State recognition, which helped shape my competitive foundation and love for the sport.

I am currently a 23-year-old graduate student studying medical physiology, and I enjoy bringing that academic background into my coaching. I focus on biomechanics, body control, and technical skill development to help athletes understand both how and why certain movements matter. My coaching style is structured, energetic, and centered on strong fundamentals, including clean technique, consistent ball control, and smart decision-making.

My goal is to help every athlete grow in confidence, develop their strengths, and build a genuine love for the game. I am looking forward to an amazing season with this group and cannot wait to see how much they accomplish.

My name is Alijah Barbosa, and volleyball has always been a sport I’ve been passionate about. I bring years of playing experience along with more than five years of coaching and teaching youth sports. My areas of focus are athleticism and passing.

Hello!

I’m Coach Fab. Here’s a little bit about me: Ive played volleyball since I was in middle school. Throughout high school, I played both on the schools varsity volleyball team and club teams. I played college volleyball in Michigan where I played libero. After a career ending injury I returned to my hometown in Florida and began coaching while I studied. Some fun facts about me:

I was born in Puerto Rico and go back often to visit family. I own my own home bakery called Sweet Dreams Desserts. My favorite holiday is Christmas and favorite season is fall. I love jazz and traveling. I’m so passionate about coaching and I put all my love for the sport into teaching.

Coach Liz Vaque began her career as a middle school teacher, where her passion for working with young athletes quickly led her to the world of coaching. For over 15 years, she coached middle school girls volleyball in California, building strong, competitive teams and fostering a love for the game in her players.

After relocating to Florida, Coach Liz continued to share her passion for coaching and developing young athletes. She has spent the last three years leading the Girls Varsity Volleyball team at Indian Trails Middle School, helping the program grow in skill, sportsmanship, and team spirit. Additionally, Coach Liz expanded her coaching experience with one season at Reign Volleyball Club, bringing her knowledge and enthusiasm to the club level.

In 2024, Coach Liz proudly joined Oviedo Magic Volleyball Club, where she looks forward to continuing her commitment to developing athletes both on and off the court. Known for her encouraging leadership, competitive mindset, and emphasis on fundamentals, Coach Liz remains dedicated to helping each player reach their potential and discover their love for the game.

Coach Nick is a passionate and dedicated coach grounded in his love for sports and unwavering commitment to youth development. With over 8 years of coaching experience and 5 years of volleyball coaching experience he prides himself in fostering a positive, supportive environment that inspires young athletes to learn and develop.

Coach Russell has been an athlete his whole life, competing in multiple sports - skiing, tennis, football, and beach volleyball, to name a few. In 2022, he started coaching volleyball and is dedicated to the development of the athletes, from fostering a healthy competitive nature to learning the life lessons that come from playing team sports.