Malcolm Heagle –
Beach Volleyball Coach

Coach Malcolm has helped me in so many different ways to improve in not just volleyball but also in my mental game. He always helps me stay calm when I’m extra nervous in a game. He also helps remind me that volleyball is just for fun but always gives me the extra push when I need it. He has led me and Isa to many wins that I am so grateful I got to experience with both of them. Any player that is coached by him will realize very quickly how amazing he is at coaching but also as a person.

A coach in the Webster dictionary is an athletic instructor or trainer. But when you meet Coach Malcolm, you see that he takes coaching to a different level. He pushes you when you need to be, he calms you when you’re tired, and he pumps you up when you’re upset. But the best thing about Coach Malcolm is his passion for the sport and his drive to make every one of his players better.

Over the past 4 years, Coach Malcom has developed me as a person and a player. From him I learned to be a good teammate and all-around competitor, one has to be mentally strong and physically disciplined. To be a successful athlete, skills need to be built through practice, drive, and effort; nothing comes easy. Coach Malcom puts in the time to build with each of his players; he keeps the court lively and engaging.

Coach Malcolm helped me increase my vertical by working with me 1 on 1. This elevated my game to a whole new level. He provides me with great coaching and gives me the feedback I need to perform at my best.

Coach Malcolm is not only great at coaching me technically, limiting many of my unforced errors by identifying them early and telling me how to improve. However, he is also an unbelievable motivator on the court, supporting me and my partner no matter what while also leading us to many victories. The most important thing I have learned from Coach Malcom is that volleyball is supposed to be fun; don’t overthink it and just play.

Coach Malcolm has a deep understanding of the 2’s game – he’s played for years. His insights and instincts are phenomenal. He’s taken my game to a higher level. Can’t recommend him enough.

Coach Heagle was an absolute pleasure to work with. His positive energy and attitude was infectious. His teams always played hard while also having fun. He was able to teach fundamentals in a way that made the team want to learn and improve. Coach Heagle brought out the best of their abilities, whether they were a new player or one with much more experience. I have worked with hundreds of coaches in my time as an AD; Coach Heagle is definitely one of the best!