Our Coaches
The Selkirk Royals Volleyball Club is fortunate to have a dedicated team of volunteer coaches who bring a wealth of skills, knowledge and expertise to the court. These coaches are not only passionate about the sport, but they also possess a deep understanding of its technical aspects. They are committed to fostering a positive learning environment that promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth in their athletes.
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To maintain their coaching credentials, these volunteers participate in ongoing training and development programs. They stay up-to-date with the latest coaching techniques, strategies, and rule changes, ensuring that their players receive the best possible instruction.
The Selkirk Royals volleyball program would not be the success it is today without the tireless efforts and exceptional skills of its volunteer coaches.
Jeff Scarcello
Co-Director/Mentor Coach
Jeff was the Selkirk Royals Varsity Volleyball Coach from 2012-2022. In 2013, 2016 and 2017 Jeff led the Royals to 3 MHSAA championships and in 2012, 2014 & 2018 to a finalist finish. Jeff is a physical education teacher at Lord Selkirk Regional and has a long background as a player and coach in Manitoba. Jeff was a setter with the University of Winnipeg for three years and has been a midget Provincial Team Coach with the MVA in 2005 where they finished 2nd at National Elites. This is Jeff’s 19th year involved with the Selkirk Royals Boys Volleyball Program and has led the 16U Royals in 2008 & and 15U Royals in 2016 to VM Provincial Championships. He is a fully certified Level 2 coach.
Club Board Members
Ryan Penner
Co-Director/15U Head Coach
Ryan is a Royals Alumni who played his Varsity Volleyball from 2003-2005. Ryan was an assistant coach for the University of Manitoba Women’s volleyball team from 2006-2008 and an assistant coach in 2016 with the Manitoba 18U Men’s Canada Summer Games team. Ryan has coaching experience at the University, Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Provincial team level and is a fully certified Level 2 coach. As a Royals coach, Ryan has won 4 MHSAA provincial championships and 2 VM club provincial championships. He is currently a Phys. Ed teacher in the Lord Selkirk School Division and the head coach of the Selkirk Royals Junior Varsity Boys team.
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Richard Hodges
Club Accountant
Richard is a parent alumnus of Royals Volleyball, both High School and Club, both boys and girls with 3 AAAA volleyball championships to our family's credit. He believes that the Royals volleyball program provides a great opportunity for our kids to grow and develop not only in the sport but also in life. He is proud to be part of this organization and give back to a Club that has provided many worthwhile opportunities. He has been involved with organized sports coaching hockey and soccer, managing hockey and lacrosse teams and many volleyball and basketball canteens. His volleyball career consists of recreational playing and scorekeeping at the National Championships.
Wade Drzystek
13U Head Coach
Jack Harrison
13U Assistant Coach
Adam Trudeau
14U Head Coach
Adam was a member of our royals volleyball program school and club 2014 thru 2018. Playing on very successful teams winning a club provincial championship, a AAAA Junior Varsity provincial championship, and a AAAA Varsity provincial championship! This will be Adam’s 6th year coaching with the club and his 3rd year as a head coach. He also assists with our JV boys volleyball team at the high school.
Cade Chisholm
14U Assistant Coach
Ryan Penner
15U Head Coach
Ryan is a Royals Alumni who played his Varsity Volleyball from 2003-2005. Ryan was an assistant coach for the University of Manitoba Women’s volleyball team from 2006-2008 and an assistant coach in 2016 with the Manitoba 18U Men’s Canada Summer Games team. Ryan has coaching experience at the University, Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Provincial team level and is a fully certified Level 2 coach. As a Royals coach, Ryan has won 4 MHSAA provincial championships and 2 VM club provincial championships. He is currently a Phys. Ed teacher in the Lord Selkirk School Division and the head coach of the Selkirk Royals Junior Varsity Boys team.
Jordan Donald
15U Assistant Coach
Mark Doornbos
16U Head Coach
Mark’s extensive experience in volleyball spans both coaching and playing, with his current position as Varsity Head Coach for the Selkirk Royals. Over the years, he has demonstrated significant success in various levels of competition. From 2014 to 2019, Mark’s high school teams claimed four provincial medals. On an international scale, he led volleyball camps in Seoul, Korea preparing high school teams for their school season. Throughout his coaching career, Mark consistently guided his club teams to top 5 finishes provincially while competing at the highest level at Nationals. Many athletes he has coached have pursued post-secondary careers in volleyball, achieving considerable success. When not immersed in the world of volleyball, Mark enjoys fishing, boating, and hiking.
Talin Thompson
16U Assistant Coach
Ian Regier
17U Head Coach
Ian was an assistant coach for Selkirk's Varsity Boys school team during the 2024-2025 season. Ian played 4 years of high school volleyball, during which he spent 3 years on the varsity team. He placed top 3 at provincials all three years and won the provincial championship in the 2014-2015 season. Ian was also a graduating all-star in his grade 12 year. Ian played 4 years of club volleyball earning 2 bronze medals, 1 silver medal, and 1 gold medal at provincials. His team ranked in the top ten at Nationals in all 4 years. Ian played 1 year of post secondary volleyball in Abbotsford, BC where he lead his team in kills during his rookie season. Although this is Ian's first year with the club he has 6 years of prior coaching experience, including 5 years of head coaching. Ian is excited to be a part of the Royals Volleyball Club and is looking forward to the season ahead!
Troy Kozun
17U Assistant Coach