MEMPHIS’ NEWEST VOLLEYBALL CLUB

based out of the memphis sports and events center

TENACITY

[tuh-nas-i-tee]     noun

The quality of being determined; persistent forward momentum with a game plan; to never stop trying to achieve a goal even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.

ELITE TRAINING.

ELITE FACILITIEs.

TENACITY Volleyball Club is the region's newest volleyball organization, housed in the brand-new Memphis Sports and Events Center. 

At TENACITY, our mission is clear: to train athletes of all ages and skill levels in state-of-the-art facilities, helping them become the most fierce and dominant players they can be.

We are proud members of both the USAV, AAU and JVA. We value family, opportunity, and success. We are tenacious. We are TENACITY.

THE FACILITY

Situated in Liberty Park, Memphis Sports and Events Center is a brand new, state-of-the-art venue featuring:

  • 227,000 square feet

  • 32 volleyball courts

  • Spectator seating for thousands

  • Two courtside cafes

The facility is already home to some of the nation’s biggest and best youth sporting events (i.e., NCAA Academies, Nike tournaments, Team USA Championships, etc.) and is now the proud home of TENACITY Volleyball Club.

As an added performance perk, TENACITY Volleyball Club members will train primarily on Taraflex courts.

  • Taraflex has been the preferred volleyball flooring system for the past 10 Olympic games.

  • Taraflex is widely used at the NCAA Division 1 level.

  • Taraflex aids in both shock absorption and injury prevention. 

Simply put, training in our facility provides players with a distinct competitive advantage.

STAFF

TENACITY has recruited some of the region’s top coaches and trainers to ensure players are provided elite-level instruction.

Meet some of them below!

  • KIYLA GLASPER

    CLUB DIRECTOR

    Notable playing experience: University of Memphis

    Notable coaching experience: Memphis Metro Volleyball Club (Master Coach), Rhodes College (Assistant Coach), Briarcrest Christian High School (Assistant Coach)

    Notable honors and awards: Two-time high school state champion as a player; two-time state champion as a coach; Memphis Business Journal “40 Under 40”; 2023 American Volleyball Coaches Association Diversity Award Winner.

    B.S., Exercise and Sports Science

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  • D'Nada Smith

    CO DIRECTOR OF TENACITY VBC

    Coach D’Nada is the new Co-Director of Tenacity Volleyball Club, bringing nearly 20 years of volleyball experience as both a high-level player and coach. A former Division I athlete, D’Nada competed at the collegiate level after a standout high school career and has since dedicated over 15 combined seasons to coaching both school and club volleyball.

    This fall, she steps into her first season as Head Coach at White Station High School, after serving as JV Head Coach and Varsity Assistant since 2022. Before that, she led programs at her alma mater, Bolton High School(2018–2020), and Hutchison Middle School (2021–2022), with a total school coaching record of 94–22.

    With a deep understanding of the game, D’Nada is passionate about developing athletes on and off the court, focusing not only on skill and performance, but also on leadership, accountability, and confidence. D’Nada has worked with athletes at every stage, from beginners to college recruits, and believes in building strong, positive team culture.

    “The mission is bigger than volleyball. My goal is to cultivate a culture rooted in respect, resilience, and representation. I’m committed to growing the game, creating opportunities for young athletes, and elevating the standard of the Mid-south volleyball community.  I’m honored to do it serving as Co-Director of Tenacity. Grateful for the opportunity, driven by the mission. Let’s get to work!”

  • LISA WILLIAMS

    CLUB COORDINATOR

TRAINING

TENACITY will offer year-round opportunities to work on your game, including: 

  • Positional Camps: Position-focused programs designed to sharpen your overall skill set.

  • Clinics: Game-like sessions to help elevate your IQ and situational awareness.

  • Private Lessons: Whether 1-on-1 or small group sessions, these are the most effective way to take your game to the next level as you’ll receive more personalized instruction.

  • Sports Performance: Let us help you get stronger, faster, and more agile.

TOURNAMENTS

TENACITY’s status as Memphis Sports and Events Center’s house club will give it first access to various tournaments and events, including: 

recruiting

TENACITY staff members are passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their goals of playing at the next level. We also believe that players and families should not only understand but enjoy the recruiting process. Because we’ve been there and done that, our coaches can help you navigate the journey. 

Contact us if you’re interested in learning more about the recruiting process. In the meantime, reference the links below: 

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