Meet your Coaches: Fall Sports at Oakhill

Oakhill Friends and Families,

As you read this, just a few short days into the school year, Oakhill Athletics' fall season is already in full swing with Cross Country and Girls Volleyball practices, and Boys Flag Football starting in just a few days. These sports wouldn't be possible without you—the parents, your student-athletes, and the amazing coaches taking time out of their schedules to invest in your children.

I wanted to introduce each of our coaches to you and give them the opportunity to share their "Why." If you didn’t already know, the "Why" behind Oakhill Athletics is to give every student the opportunity to play and compete, regardless of previous experience or skill level. These coaches are excited to take each student-athletes desires and help them achieve their goals, whether it be finding a new hobby, making a competitive team outside of school, developing a love for physical fitness, or the desire to play at the next level and beyond. Our Fall sports coaches are not only experienced in their respective sports but also passionate about seeing your children succeed.

Here’s to a great season of Fall sports—we’ll be having games and meets before we know it!

Volleyball Coaches

Coach Diven: Head Coach

Why are you excited to coach Volleyball this season?

• I love coaching, and I am excited to bring my passion for volleyball to Oakhill.

What experience do you have previously with Volleyball?

• I didn’t start playing volleyball until 8th grade. In high school, we won two state championships at Blue Valley Northwest High School. I was an All-Big 12 and All-Regional outside hitter at Mizzou. I spent all my summers in college coaching volleyball camps for kids ages 5-18. I coached a club team for a few years as well. I am very excited to get back to coaching this year!

One thing you are most looking forward to this season?

• I strongly believe in the benefits of kids participating in sports, and I look forward to watching each player grow as an athlete and a person this season.

Coach Morgan: Assistant Volleyball Coach

Why are you excited to coach Volleyball this season?

• I am excited to coach this season because I love helping players develop their love and skill in the game.What experience do you have previously with Volleyball?I have about 8 years of playing experience, including club and school volleyball. I have one season of coaching, as well as experience coaching private lessons.

One thing you are most looking forward to this season?

• I am excited to build players’ confidence in all positions, not just one.

Cross Country Coaches

Coach Fernandez: Head Coach for Cross Country

Why are you excited to coach Cross Country this season?

• This year, I am excited to coach Cross Country and Track because it’s incredibly inspiring to see athletes discover their intrinsic motivation and begin to believe in themselves. Witnessing them realize that they can accomplish anything with determination and effort is beyond rewarding. There’s nothing quite like watching them develop a genuine love for running and reaching their goals. It’s also exciting to help unlock each athlete’s potential. Their unique, positive personalities bring so much energy to the team, making every season a fresh and new experience.

What experience do you have previously with Cross Country?

• I have experience in High School Track and Field, College Cross Country, and Track and Field at Mizzou. This is my 9th year coaching Cross Country/Track at Oakhill Day School.

One thing you are most looking forward to this season?

• Running isn't just a sport; it's a journey that brings out the best in us. The pride that comes from lacing up your shoes and trying your best is unmatched because running offers countless ways to win. Every time you cross that finish line, you're conquering more than just the course—you’re proving that you have the mental and physical strength to never give up. The victory isn't just in finishing; it's in showing how far you've come. Every step forward, every second shaved off your time, reflects the powerful strides of improvement you're making. And of course, there's the thrill of competition—outrunning others on the course and pushing your team toward victory, with every runner you pass contributing to the ultimate goal of winning as a team. Running is more than a race; it's a celebration of growth, resilience, and triumph on every level.

Coach Robinson: Assistant Cross Country Coach

Why are you excited to coach Cross Country this season?

• I am excited to coach this season because I enjoy helping all athletes achieve their individual and team goals.

What experience do you have previously with Cross Country?

• I was a runner in High School, participating in track and field to help with my soccer conditioning. I have coached at Oakhill for three years, and this will be my second year coaching Cross Country.

One thing you are most looking forward to this season?

• One of my greatest joys as a coach is inspiring athletes to believe in their own potential—to know that they can accomplish everything they set their minds to. Whether they're the fastest or not, what truly matters is that they have the confidence to finish what they start and take pride in every step of their journey.

Flag Football Coach

Coach Hoss: Boys Flag Football Coach

Why are you excited to coach Boys Flag Football this season?

• I am excited to coach Flag Football because I have developed a strong relationship with all the kids at Oakhill, and football is my passion.

What experience do you have previously with Football?

• I played football throughout my childhood and all the way through high school. I received several awards throughout my career. I also spent a couple of seasons helping out with the reigning state champions at Liberty North High School.

One thing you are most looking forward to this season?

• There are so many life lessons and traits that were instilled in me as a football player, but I am most looking forward to instilling the team aspect into the players. We win and we lose as a team. Everything we do, we will do together, and we will not have success unless we play as a team rather than playing for ourselves.