Jonathan Toya: Embracing the Challenge of Coaching Volleyball at Monte del Sol Charter School
In Santa Fe, a dedicated coach has taken on the challenge of coaching four different sports, despite still learning the ins and outs of the latest addition to his coaching repertoire. Jonathan Toya's coaching journey began at home, inspired by his children's love for sports. Starting with football, he later coached baseball and softball, driven by his kids' passion for those sports. Now, he has embraced a new role as the head varsity volleyball coach at Monte del Sol Charter School, a position that has him feeling both nervous and excited as he navigates the unfamiliar territory of volleyball coaching.
Transitioning from football, baseball, and softball to volleyball has presented a unique challenge for Toya, who is still in the process of familiarizing himself with the sport's nuances. Despite initial doubts from his family and himself, Toya's experience as a coach and his daughter's involvement in volleyball have provided him with a foundation to build upon. His track record of revitalizing programs and instilling confidence in his players played a significant role in securing his new coaching position at Monte del Sol.
Toya's coaching philosophy centers around building strong programs and empowering his players to reach their full potential. With a focus on fundamentals, footwork, and strength training, he is determined to establish a competitive volleyball program at the small 2A school. His enthusiasm for the challenge ahead and his commitment to developing his players' skills highlight his passion for coaching and his dedication to fostering growth and success within the teams he leads. As he embarks on this new coaching venture, Toya's diverse coaching background and his unwavering belief in the power of sports to transform lives will undoubtedly shape his approach to coaching volleyball at Monte del Sol Charter School.