About Our Coaches!
Taylor Madison, Marketing Director/Coach
Coach Taylor has been passionate about volleyball since sixth grade, growing up in Las Vegas where she played for several clubs and spent a few years at Sierra Vista High School. Her coaching journey began when she stepped in to help coach a local league for her niece.
“I’ve found immense joy in guiding young athletes to improve and excel in a sport that has always been a huge part of my life.”
Joshua Cross, Coach
Coach Joshua began his coaching journey in 2024 with a passion for helping athletes excel in the sports they love. Choosing Athletes Village as his platform, Joshua is dedicated to providing athletes with opportunities to continue their development, particularly during the off-season when options can be limited. With a strong commitment to fostering growth and improvement, Joshua aims to be a key part of changing the off-season experience for athletes, ensuring they stay engaged and continue advancing in their training.
"My favorite takeaway from coaching is seeing the kids progressively get better and better every practice. That feeling is very validated when I see them apply things I’ve taught in game time scenarios and be successful with what I taught them."
Nicole Baxter, Coach
Coach Nicole has eight years of coaching experience, building on her own athletic career from high school and social events. She began coaching with NYS to share her passion for the sport and provide athletes with an opportunity to play without the financial burden of club fees. This commitment to accessibility and her dedication to helping athletes thrive made her a perfect fit for the vision of Athlete's Village.
"My favorite takeaway from coaching is watching athletes grow in their skills and confidence. After coaching for so long, it warms my heart to see all players, even from other clubs/teams, and their progress. "
Nick Porter, Director of Volleyball Operations
Porter, Head Coach of Athlete's Village of Las Vegas, has combined his passion of mentorship and volleyball. Having played since 5th grade, through Bishop Gorman and intramural at UNLV; Porter has made it his mission to help provide quality clinics for young adults in the Vegas community.
"My favorite takeaway from coaching has been that it is much more about teaching life lessons and character than about skills, gameplay, and strategy. Volleyball is an great vessel for teaching values of working with teammates to achieve a common goal, overcoming adversity, how to handle losing, and many other significant intangible qualities."
