DS Elite is the fastest-growing competitive volleyball club in Austin. We field teams across multiple age groups and competitive levels, giving athletes the opportunity to develop at the right pace for their skill, commitment, and level.
Current Teams
Current Team Roster
(2025–2026 Season)
Developmental
DS Elite 11 Rise
WIP
Head Coach
Jason Baerwald
AGE GROUP
11u
WIP
Assistant Coach
Chloe White
Developmental
DS Elite 12-1 Rise
WIP
Head Coach
Tionne Graves-Brown
AGE GROUP
12u
WIP
Assistant Coach
Sam Mabry
Developmental
DS Elite 12-2 Rise
WIP
Head Coach
Ambria Rupp
AGE GROUP
12u
WIP
Assistant Coach
Ella Hinkle
Developmental
DS Elite 13 Rise
WIP
Head Coach
Tionne Graves-Brown
AGE GROUP
13u
WIP
Assistant Coach
Ella Hinkle
Regional
DS Elite 13 Diamond
WIP
Head Coach
Sam Robinson
AGE GROUP
13u
WIP
Assistant Coach
Jayden Wright
National
DS Elite 14 Diamond
WIP
Head Coach
Drew Rose
14u
AGE GROUP
WIP
Assistant Coach
Kristen Alexandrov
Regional
DS Elite 14 Ruby
WIP
Head Coach
Ambria Rupp
14u
AGE GROUP
WIP
Assistant Coach
Chloe White
Team Divisions
DS Elite competes within USA Volleyball (USAV) and AAU sanctioned events and Texas Region club play. Our teams are placed in divisions based on age, skill, and competitive readiness. Whether your athlete is stepping into club for the first time or competing at a high national qualifier level, there is a home for her at DS Elite.
Division Breakdown
National
Our highest tier. National teams compete at qualifier events with the goal of earning bids to USAV Junior Nationals. Expect a full travel schedule, year-round commitment, and a high-performance training environment. Built for experienced, college-bound athletes ready for the next level.
Regional
Where club careers begin — and where multi-sport athletes thrive. Rise teams are designed for athletes who are newer to club volleyball, still building foundational skills, or simply can't commit to the demands of a higher-level program. These teams have local tournaments, flexible scheduling, and a coaching staff focused on developing the whole player — technically, mentally, and competitively.
Development
The middle tier. Regional teams compete primarily within Texas and neighboring states, with a focused schedule that balances serious competition and skill development. The right fit for athletes who are ready to compete at a high level without the full national commitment.