Lake Merchen
coach
coach Bio
As the Sand Director, Lake is responsible for developing and implementing all aspects of the MVVC Sand Volleyball Program. His role is focused on supporting all coaches, players, and families involved in the Fall, Spring, and Summer programs.
- 9 Years of Coaching at MVVC (2015 – Present)
- MVVC Sand Volleyball Club Director (2017-Present)
- Girls Varsity Volleyball Head Coach at Saint Francis High School
- WCAL, CCS, and NorCal Champions (2022)
- 2022 CIF State Open Division Runner-Up, 34-1 Record
- Former Girls Varsity Volleyball Head Coach at Aptos High School
- 2019 CIF State Champions
- Girls Indoor and Beach Volleyball Assistant Coach at West Valley College (2020-2023)
- 2021 CCCAA State Championships Runner-Up
- 3x Coast Conference Champions
- Silver Medal – Girls AAU Championships 17 Aspire (2021)
- Bronze Medal – GJNC – 17 Patriot (2022)
- Bronze Medal – BJNC – 16 Open (2023)
- 4-Year Starter at UC Santa Cruz
- Holds All-Time Record for Kills and Aces
- 2x AVCA 1st Team All-American (2016, 2017)