Dave Goss
Dave started a life-long journey of playing volleyball in the early 90s and has grown into a passion for coaching. After playing three years of club volleyball, Dave played collegiately at Foothill College as a setter for three years (1993-1996) and earning back to back All Coast Conference MVP and 1st Team All-Conference awards. He later transferred to San Jose State University and graduated with a degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Behavioral Science. After graduation, Dave went on to play competitive beach and grass volleyball and earned his AA rating.
Dave started coaching at SoCal in 2012- first as a volunteer coach with his daughter (Maile Goss) 13’s team, then as an official coach in 2017. He comes with a setting and defensive mindset and enjoys working with athletes to gain a better awareness and vision on the court. He has a firm belief in core fundamentals, a passion for teamwork, and an unwavering focus on short- and long-term goals.
Dave is married to his wife Malia of 21 years and lives in San Marcos. He has two children: their daughter, Maile who currently plays volleyball at The University of Hawaii-Hilo, and their son, Kainoa enjoys playing beach volleyball.
Email Dave at [email protected]