Will Buchanan serves as the Assistant Coach and Director of Operations for the University of Texas Beach Volleyball program and brings nearly a decade of experience developing athletes at the highest levels of junior and collegiate beach volleyball.

At Texas, Will has helped build one of the nation's premier Division I beach volleyball programs, contributing to a CCSA Conference Championship & Top-5 national finish in 2025 and an MPSF Conference Championship and third-place finish at the 2026 NCAA Championship. He plays a key role in athlete development, recruiting, practice planning, lineup strategy, NCAA compliance, and the day-to-day operations that support a championship-caliber program.

Before joining Texas, Will founded Madsand Beach Volleyball, where he built one of the country's most successful junior beach volleyball programs. Under his leadership, more than 30 athletes from the 2022–2024 graduating classes earned Division I roster spots or commitments at schools including USC, UCLA, TCU, Long Beach State, Arizona, and many others. Madsand also became the first Texas program to earn the BVCA Best Beach Club Award, winning the national honor three times.

Will is passionate about helping athletes maximize their potential both on and off the court. His coaching philosophy emphasizes technical excellence, game intelligence, resilience, and long-term athlete development while creating an environment where players enjoy the process of improving. He is committed to providing every athlete—whether they are new to the sport or pursuing college beach volleyball—with elite coaching, individualized feedback, and a positive, competitive training environment.

Hi, I’m Dakota Goin. 

I’m an indoor and beach volleyball coach based in Austin, Texas, with experience coaching athletes of various ages and skill levels. I started coaching beach volleyball in 2022 and have helped four teams qualify for AVP Junior Nationals in 2024.

I’m also an active player in the Austin volleyball community and continue to compete in local tournaments, which helps me bring current competitive experience into my coaching. My coaching philosophy emphasizes intentional training, strong fundamentals, and helping athletes develop confidence, game awareness, and a deeper understanding of the sport.

I’m passionate about creating a positive and competitive environment where athletes can grow both technically and mentally while building a lasting love for volleyball.