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My name is Brice Paxson, and I previously lived in Southern California, where I coached beach volleyball exclusively for ten years. Beach volleyball was the first sport in which I felt truly joyful. I grew up playing five sports in high school and was involved in athletics from a very young age.

 

At 19, I began coaching juniors for a beach club and learned the sport. As my coaching career progressed, I went on to manage several high school teams as head coach. After having success coaching juniors and high school students, I applied to coach college. I got a job as an assistant coach at Westcliff University, where we won regionals and earned a spot at nationals, finishing third.

 

Later, I helped coach Westcliff University's Men's Collegiate Beach Volleyball team, which won a national championship.

After coaching in college, I volunteered to coach Vanguard, who were national champions twice in a row. Head Coach Kris Dorn taught me a lot, which improved my coaching abilities.

 

In January 2024, I relocated to Florida from Huntington Beach, California, where I had lived for the previous ten years. There, I learned the game from great mentors and Olympic-level coaches while also competing in professional tournaments year round. Having access to pro athlete training and consistent high-level competition made me realize that the player's life was not for me.

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After moving to Florida, I worked for a volleyball club for eight months to gain experience as a beach coach and learn about the local culture. After becoming more acquainted with Florida life, I accepted a position as an assistant at FIU, where I gained additional knowledge and understanding. With that said, I have coached people of all ages, from eight years old to adults.

 

I have learned from professionals and competed in professional tournaments.

Beach volleyball holds a special place in my heart. I follow the principle of Person First, Player Second. For me, athletes come first, and it is all about their experience. I am merely a guide on their journey through this wonderful sport.

 

Whether they want to have fun on the sand or aspire to play college D1. Elevate Beach is a place where you can learn to do just that: elevate yourself in life and sports. You will learn the fundamentals of the game and how to handle pressure. Elevate Beach tailors your training and coaching to your specific goals. I am excited to connect with you and show you my character.