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.