GREG SNYDER | VARSITY HEAD COACH
This is Coach Greg Snyder’s first season leading the Mira Costa Boys Volleyball Program. He supports the players in their commitment to maximize their team potential. Coach Greg believes in setting a framework that enables the student athletes to lead themselves and each other, and to flourish each season. He wants them to have fun, love and enjoy the sport they play. Coach Greg has been with the program for 12 seasons, 7 with varsity. He assisted the program’s success, including two CIF Semi-Final berths, one CIF Final second place, one Best of the West championship, and one National, CIF Regional and Section title in 2021. He also filled in as the head coach on some occasions, leading the team to a remarkable 3-0 upset over a higher ranked Palisades in a CIF Semi-Final match. Coach Snyder is a former Mira Costa student, where he excelled in both volleyball (playing for Coach Mike Cook!) and soccer in the early ‘90s. He was All-League in both sports and received the 1993 US Marine Corp Distinguished Athlete Award, which honors high school varsity athletes who display courage, poise, self-confidence and leadership, and who are also outstanding citizens and positive role models for younger students. He played Division I soccer at LMU, rejecting scholarship offers from smaller east coast schools for volleyball. He lives in Hermosa Beach with his wife, Trixie and son Jaxon (10).GREG SNYDER | VARSITY HEAD COACH
This is Coach Greg Snyder’s first season leading the Mira Costa Boys Volleyball Program. He supports the players in their commitment to maximize their team potential. Coach Greg believes in setting a framework that enables the student athletes to lead themselves and each other, and to flourish each season. He wants them to have fun, love and enjoy the sport they play. Coach Greg has been with the program for 12 seasons, 7 with varsity. He assisted the program’s success, including two CIF Semi-Final berths, one CIF Final second place, one Best of the West championship, and one National, CIF Regional and Section title in 2021. He also filled in as the head coach on some occasions, leading the team to a remarkable 3-0 upset over a higher ranked Palisades in a CIF Semi-Final match. Coach Snyder is a former Mira Costa student, where he excelled in both volleyball (playing for Coach Mike Cook!) and soccer in the early ‘90s. He was All-League in both sports and received the 1993 US Marine Corp Distinguished Athlete Award, which honors high school varsity athletes who display courage, poise, self-confidence and leadership, and who are also outstanding citizens and positive role models for younger students. He played Division I soccer at LMU, rejecting scholarship offers from smaller east coast schools for volleyball. He lives in Hermosa Beach with his wife, Trixie and son Jaxon (10).GREG SNYDER | VARSITY HEAD COACH
SHANE STROYKE | ASSISANT VARSITY COACH
Shane Stroyke returns for his third season and this year he is stepping up to be the Assistant Varsity Coach. A 6'5" powerhouse with a string of volleyball and football successes under his belt, Shane brings an incredible work ethic, dedication and drive to helping the players be the best they can be on and off the court. He is known for his athleticism, versatility and positive attitude - sure to be a winning combination. Shane lives in Hermosa Beach, CA.
Shane Stroyke returns for his third season and this year he is stepping up to be the Assistant Varsity Coach. A 6'5" powerhouse with a string of volleyball and football successes under his belt, Shane brings an incredible work ethic, dedication and drive to helping the players be the best they can be on and off the court. He is known for his athleticism, versatility and positive attitude - sure to be a winning combination. Shane lives in Hermosa Beach, CA.
MIKE COOK | ASSISANT VARSITY COACH
Coach Cook the legend returns for the 2024 season to mentor the Varsity, in addition to helping organize the entire volleyball program. So the paterfamilias, for the forty-fifth season will again be a fixture with the Costa Boys Volleyball program with eight rings on his fingers, twenty-seven Varsity league championships under his belt, and a 627-93 Varsity match record at Mira Costa. Coach Cook has countless treasured memories of his twenty-nine year stint as Head Varsity Coach and, of course, CIF Championships are always the most special, each unique to Coach's heart. Coach Cook has a Master's degree in English from USC, his teaching credential from Loyola-Marymount, and has now retired from teaching Latin at Mira Costa, which included four different levels from beginners to translators of Vergil.
Coach Cook the legend returns for the 2024 season to mentor the Varsity, in addition to helping organize the entire volleyball program. So the paterfamilias, for the forty-fifth season will again be a fixture with the Costa Boys Volleyball program with eight rings on his fingers, twenty-seven Varsity league championships under his belt, and a 627-93 Varsity match record at Mira Costa. Coach Cook has countless treasured memories of his twenty-nine year stint as Head Varsity Coach and, of course, CIF Championships are always the most special, each unique to Coach's heart. Coach Cook has a Master's degree in English from USC, his teaching credential from Loyola-Marymount, and has now retired from teaching Latin at Mira Costa, which included four different levels from beginners to translators of Vergil.
CANYON CEMAN | ASSISTANT VARSITY COACH
Canyon Ceman brings a unique background to his role as Assistant Varsity Coach this year. A Mira Costa alum, he led the 1990 Volleyball team to the CIF championship and an undefeated, national championship season. During his collegiate years at Stanford University, he was the NCAA National Player of the Year and earned three All-American honors. He played on the US National Team and professionally in Belgium. He then transitioned to Pro Beach where he enjoyed a 15-year career, 10 years in the top 10, seven career titles and a second place in the 1997 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships. Beyond sports, Canyon’s travel adventures (80+ countries), multilingual abilities, educational background (including an MBA from UCLA) and current role as Partner and Financial Advisor at Marine Wealth Advisors contribute to his well-rounded perspective. He is married with three kids.
Canyon Ceman brings a unique background to his role as Assistant Varsity Coach this year. A Mira Costa alum, he led the 1990 Volleyball team to the CIF championship and an undefeated, national championship season. During his collegiate years at Stanford University, he was the NCAA National Player of the Year and earned three All-American honors. He played on the US National Team and professionally in Belgium. He then transitioned to Pro Beach where he enjoyed a 15-year career, 10 years in the top 10, seven career titles and a second place in the 1997 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships. Beyond sports, Canyon’s travel adventures (80+ countries), multilingual abilities, educational background (including an MBA from UCLA) and current role as Partner and Financial Advisor at Marine Wealth Advisors contribute to his well-rounded perspective. He is married with three kids.
NICK SCHEFTIC | ASSISTANT VARSITY COACH
Meet Nick Scheftic, a towering 6'11" volleyball maestro whose career includes 6 years as a professional volleyball player, national champion at UCLA ‘06, gold medalist at the Pan Am Games with team USA, and 16 years as a volleyball coach. Notably, he claimed the titles of Best Blocker and Top Spiker simultaneously during the 2008-2009 Indonesian Pro Volleyball league season. Transitioning seamlessly from a six-year career as an international pro volleyball player, Nick has dedicated the past decade to coaching and teaching, accumulating valuable experience in both club and school settings. He was the Varsity Head Coach at Wildwood School and led the program for 11 years. During his tenure, he played an instrumental role in the development of the program, starting both middle school and high school boys’ teams. Currently, he brings his passion for the sport to Mira Costa High School, where he is a respected math teacher. Beyond the volleyball court and classroom, Nick is a devoted family man with two children and a dog named Ghost Snow Queen of the North. In his leisure moments, he finds joy in playing pickleball, catching waves while surfing, and cherishing precious moments with his loved ones. We are thrilled to welcome this multifaceted talent to our coaching staff.
Meet Nick Scheftic, a towering 6'11" volleyball maestro whose career includes 6 years as a professional volleyball player, national champion at UCLA ‘06, gold medalist at the Pan Am Games with team USA, and 16 years as a volleyball coach. Notably, he claimed the titles of Best Blocker and Top Spiker simultaneously during the 2008-2009 Indonesian Pro Volleyball league season. Transitioning seamlessly from a six-year career as an international pro volleyball player, Nick has dedicated the past decade to coaching and teaching, accumulating valuable experience in both club and school settings. He was the Varsity Head Coach at Wildwood School and led the program for 11 years. During his tenure, he played an instrumental role in the development of the program, starting both middle school and high school boys’ teams. Currently, he brings his passion for the sport to Mira Costa High School, where he is a respected math teacher. Beyond the volleyball court and classroom, Nick is a devoted family man with two children and a dog named Ghost Snow Queen of the North. In his leisure moments, he finds joy in playing pickleball, catching waves while surfing, and cherishing precious moments with his loved ones. We are thrilled to welcome this multifaceted talent to our coaching staff.
DEVON BURKI | JUNIOR VARSITY HEAD COACH
Devon Burki, a local talent, is set to lead the Junior Varsity squad this year. Having played at both West Torrance and Redondo Union High Schools, his outstanding performance earned him All-League, All-Area, and All-Tournament honors. He later played at UCSB as an Outside Hitter graduating in 2019 with a degree in Environmental Studies. Post-college, his focus shifted to the AVP beach volleyball tour, where he trains with unwavering determination and passion. His coaching philosophy emphasizes that process precedes performance, recognizing that sustained success stems from a mentality of continuous improvement. While volleyball is his passion, his literary soul resonates with the realm of Westeros, where dragons soar in the sky, and the Iron Throne looms over all. He has read the Game of Thrones series at least a dozen times.
Devon Burki, a local talent, is set to lead the Junior Varsity squad this year. Having played at both West Torrance and Redondo Union High Schools, his outstanding performance earned him All-League, All-Area, and All-Tournament honors. He later played at UCSB as an Outside Hitter graduating in 2019 with a degree in Environmental Studies. Post-college, his focus shifted to the AVP beach volleyball tour, where he trains with unwavering determination and passion. His coaching philosophy emphasizes that process precedes performance, recognizing that sustained success stems from a mentality of continuous improvement. While volleyball is his passion, his literary soul resonates with the realm of Westeros, where dragons soar in the sky, and the Iron Throne looms over all. He has read the Game of Thrones series at least a dozen times.
JOHN WEBER | FROSH-SOPH HEAD COACH
We are thrilled to welcome John Weber as our Frosh-Soph Head Coach. He's a former volleyball player but more importantly, he's a youth sports coaching master! John has coached multiple sports (e.g., flag football, rugby) at Mira Costa since 2018 and helped teams win several tournaments and championships. His disciplined yet nurturing coaching style comes from his unique background of service as a Marine, firefighter and educator. He is a substitute teacher with the school district. When he's not coaching or teaching, he likes to play beach volleyball and serve as a mentor with Walk with Sally. He graduated from Cal State University Bakersfield with a degree in Business Marketing. He is a proud father of two great kids who are charting their own career paths in their 20's.
We are thrilled to welcome John Weber as our Frosh-Soph Head Coach. He's a former volleyball player but more importantly, he's a youth sports coaching master! John has coached multiple sports (e.g., flag football, rugby) at Mira Costa since 2018 and helped teams win several tournaments and championships. His disciplined yet nurturing coaching style comes from his unique background of service as a Marine, firefighter and educator. He is a substitute teacher with the school district. When he's not coaching or teaching, he likes to play beach volleyball and serve as a mentor with Walk with Sally. He graduated from Cal State University Bakersfield with a degree in Business Marketing. He is a proud father of two great kids who are charting their own career paths in their 20's.