COACHES
2026/2027
U16 Head Coach
Desi Staples
Desiree grew up in Bonners Ferry, where she played volleyball for Bonners Ferry High School, earning all-league honors for two years and advancing to the state tournament. She continued her athletic career in Oregon, competing in both volleyball and basketball. She then went on to play basketball at Chaminade University, where she also earned her degree. After returning to the area, Desi began coaching at the high school level and later transitioned into club volleyball, where she has coached teams at the U14, U16, and U18 levels. She has served as the Director of the North Idaho Volleyball Club (NIVBC) Board for the past two years and was previously a board member when the organization operated as Sandpoint Volleyball. Desi is passionate about developing athletes both on and off the court and sharing her love for the game with the next generation of players.
U16 Assistant
Shaina Gustafson
Shaina Gustafson grew up in Clark Fork, ID where she was a multi-sport athlete participating and earning honors in basketball, volleyball and tennis. She was a two time state champion in tennis her junior and senior year. She went on to play basketball and volleyball in Washington at the junior college level where she was chosen to be on the all star team at the NWAC tournament her sophomore year for volleyball. She has coached at the middle school, high school and U14 club levels. Currently she is the JV coach for Bonners Ferry High School. Shaina is passionate about the development of her athletes on and off the court. Her favorite part of volleyball is the relationships you build, with your teammates, your coaches and most of all with yourself.
Becky Revak
U15 Head Coach
Becky grew up in eastern Oregon and began playing volleyball in 4th grade. She started coaching Portland, Oregon men's adult league teams while she was in college and helped form and coach adult women's leagues around the Portland area for six years. While working in southern California, Becky was Assistant Coach for the boys volleyball team at Hollywood High School.
When she moved to Sandpoint in 1992, she found a home in the Sandpoint volleyball world. Becky held Sandpoint High School's Freshman and JV coach positions for nine years. She was head coach of the Sandpoint Middle School teams for twelve years, focusing on fundamentals, conditioning and winning, so the athletes filtered up into the high school with great skills.
Becky Ran the Relentless Volleyball Summer camp for the Middle School for five years. She has been director of three volleyball clubs in north Idaho, and has coached club teams from U12-U18.
McKaila Markqaurt
U15 Assistant
Growing up in Anchorage, Alaska, and spending summers in North Idaho, volleyball has been a part of my life since elementary school. I first picked up a volleyball in fourth grade and began playing competitively in fifth grade. Growing up in a small volleyball community, where club opportunities were limited and often required traveling long distances, helped shape me into the passionate, driven, and competitive player I am today.
Throughout my playing career, I spent five years playing club volleyball and represented Alaska in several out-of-state and All-Star tournaments. I was fortunate to train under some of the state's most respected coaches, including NCAA officials, who helped develop my understanding and love for the game. After moving to Liberty Lake, Washington, I continued my volleyball career, playing three years of high school volleyball, including two years on varsity, along with two additional years of club volleyball before COVID.
I was fortunate enough to receive recruiting opportunities from several universities to continue playing at the collegiate level. However, due to a medical decision, I ultimately chose a different path.
Throughout my playing career, I played nearly every position except middle, with right side and setter being my primary positions. Now, I am excited to begin my first year as an assistant coach and give back to the sport that has given me so much.
Outside of volleyball, I am currently completing my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education at Grand Canyon University. I also work as a preschool teacher and nanny, where I get to support children's growth, learning, and development every day. My passion for working with children carries over into coaching, where I hope to help young athletes build confidence, develop their skills, and grow both on and off the court. I love the competition, teamwork, and lifelong connections that volleyball creates, and I am excited to continue being part of the sport I love from a new perspective.
U14 Head Coach
Katie Korn
I’ve been passionate about volleyball since 5th grade, starting with NIVBC and continuing through six years at Sandpoint Middle and High School, including a state finals appearance my junior year. I also played for clubs like NIVBC and T3, gaining diverse competitive experience. This season marks my third year coaching club volleyball. I’ve spent several years assisting teams and working alongside experienced coaches at clinics and training sessions. These experiences have shaped my coaching style, focused on fundamentals, high-level strategy, and building strong, confident athletes on and off the court.
I'm passionate about developing players’ skills, fostering a positive team culture, and helping athletes reach their full potential. I’m excited to continue growing in this role and to bring energy, knowledge, and dedication to every practice and match.
U14 Assistant
Koriann DeMastus
Coming soon
U14 Head Coach
Jaclyn Eckersley
Jaclyn Eckerlsey grew up in Mead, WA where she played varsity volleyball for Mt. Spokane HS for three years. Her team placed in the state tournament each of the three years, and placed 2nd her senior year. During this time she also played for Splash VBC and played in Junior Olympics 2009. She coached for Performance Point VBC in West Lafayette, IN, running the Little Spikers 8-11 year old program and as an assistant coach for U-14. Most recently she was the assistant coach for NIVBC developmental league. Jaclyn holds an MA in archaeology from BYU and splits her time between raising her daughter, coaching, and working as an artist.
Alisha Thompson grew up in Rathdrum, Idaho where she played softball and volleyball for Lakeland. She spent three years on varsity as a defensive specialist & four years on varsity for softball as a middle infielder. Alisha went on to play college softball for Spokane Falls Community College.
She is passionate about sports and has continued to play softball and volleyball through her adult life. She has spent the last 8 years coaching youth softball. Her coaching philosophy is centered around helping her players be the best they can be through encouragement and accountability. She loves helping her players master the mechanics and to build mental toughness. This is her first year coaching volleyball but is excited to join the program.
U14 - Head Coach
Lexi Maas
Coming soon
Cynthis Cummings
U14 - Assistant
Coach Cynthia began playing volleyball in Texas in MS and then in HS. Went on to play at the collegiate level in Virginia.
Spent 20 years raising kids before she began coaching to give back to the community of Bonners Ferry. Has coached at the HS for 6 years now and is excited to come along and coach the game for NIVBC!
U14 Assistant
Alisha T.
U12 Head Coach
Paula Petesch
Coach Paula Petesch has coached volleyball at every level, working with athletes from ages 5 to 18. She is an elementary PE teacher in Bonners Ferry, where she loves introducing students to volleyball fundamentals and building a strong foundation for the sport. Paula currently coaches at the high school level and brings a lifelong passion for the game to the court.
Growing up in Wisconsin, Paula began playing volleyball in 4th grade and has remained deeply involved as both a player and coach ever since. She especially enjoys watching her oldest daughter and son compete at the collegiate level. Paula is excited to coach with NIVBC and looks forward to continuing to grow the love of volleyball in the community.
U12 Assistant
Emma Lucas
Coming soon
U12 & Developmental
Savanna Scott
Coach Savanna brings a strong blend of high-level playing experience and proven coaching expertise to the court. A Sandpoint High School alum, she competed on the varsity volleyball team for three years before continuing her club career with North Idaho Volleyball Club from U14 through U16. Her dedication and defensive instincts earned her a roster spot at Montana Tech – University of Montana, where she played four years as a defensive specialist at the collegiate level.
With eight years of coaching experience, Coach Savanna has worked with athletes across multiple age groups and skill levels. She has coached teams ranging from U12 to U16 at North Idaho Volleyball Club and has served in several roles at Sandpoint High School, including JV2, JV, and now current JV coach. Her background as both a high-level athlete and a committed coach allows her to develop players who are confident, resilient, and technically sound.
Coach Savanna is passionate about building strong fundamentals, fostering a competitive yet supportive team culture, and helping each athlete reach their full potential both on and off the court.
U12 & Developmental
Vivi McDermott
Here's this: "Hi, I'm Vivi McDermott! I grew up in Shelby, Montana, where I started playing volleyball at a young age. Volleyball has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. During high school, I enjoyed helping with volleyball camps and assisting with junior high volleyball. I've always loved the sport and am so excited for the opportunity to share that passion with the next generation of players.
I attended the University of Montana, where I studied Marketing Management and Sports and Entertainment Management. I now work as a digital marketer. Outside of volleyball, I enjoy running, spending time with family, reading, baking, and watching sports. I'm excited to be part of NIVBC and look forward to helping young athletes build their skills, confidence, and love for the game!
U12 & Developmental Assistant
Haley Swaim
Coming soon
Clinic / Skills Coaches
Through out the year NIVBC is able to offer skill specific clinics to help players train between seasons!
Jeff Hurst
Jeff grew up playing volleyball on the Beach and Hard Court. In high school he competed in many tournaments both 6 man indoor as well as Sand/Grass Doubles. He was recruited by the head coach at The Ohio State University where he was a 4 year starter as a Swing/Outside Hitter for the Buckeyes. During college he still maintained his love of the Beach game and played many tour events on the AVP, EVA, MVA and international tournaments. After graduating from OSU, he pursued his volleyball career playing for 3 years full time on the Beach Pro Tour. Upon returning to Sandpoint in 1993, Jeff coached the Bulldog's for 10 years winning 4 State Championships. He has worked extensively in the ERVA's Club program coaching teams from 12U-18U. Jeff's passion is teaching young players the proper skills, mindset and physical capacity needed to compete at the Championship level. He brings years of experience in playing and coaching at the highest level to the community of Sandpoint and hopes to share his knowledge, passion, humor and intensity to the next generation of players, sparking a Dream that leads to success in all areas of your life's pursuits.
Caroline Watson
My name is Caroline Watson. I’m from Laguna Beach, California. I played volleyball at Santa Margarita High School where we were CIF league champions all four years and state champions my senior year. I earned league MVP as a senior, back to back all-league first team selections, was named Coca Cola Prep Foundation MVP, and also served as team captain. I played for Orange County Volleyball Club in Newport Beach from 6th-12th grade, and won the 2000 Nike Festival Championship in Sacramento, California. On the beach, I earned my AAA rating at age 17 and won a gold medal for the AAU Beach Doubles Championships in Huntington Beach, California. I competed in both the AVP and NVL for several years after college. I played volleyball for the University of San Francisco where I earned West Coast Conference All Academic Honors and All West Coast Conference Team my senior year. I have coached both boys and girls high school volleyball teams in southern California, and girls high school and club volleyball teams here in northern Idaho. I live here in Sandpoint with my husband Justin, and 3 kids (Dominik 11, Audrina 8, and Nicole 6). I teach Physical Education and Health at Bonners Ferry High School, and help out, and enjoy coaching anything; volleyball, soccer, tennis, when I am not chauffeuring my kids around to their school events, activities, and playdates!
Luke Jensen
I attended Western Washington University, where I played for the men's club volleyball program
from 2009 to 2011 as a right-side and middle hitter. During both seasons, our team qualified for
nationals through the PIVA conference, achieving a 5th-place finish in Division 2 during my
second year.
While at Western, I began my coaching journey as an assistant coach at Fairhaven Middle
School. After my first season there, I was offered the opportunity to take over the Sehome High
School C team while also serving as an assistant varsity coach—roles I held for two years.
During this time, I also coached a U12 team for Whatcom Volleyball Club.
After graduating, I moved to Seattle for a few years before returning to the area in 2014. That
fall, I joined Sandpoint Volleyball Club as an assistant coach for their U16 team for one season.
For the past two years, I have been the head coach for the U18 Boys team.
coming soon