05/16/2026
The 2026–2027 Grizzly head coaches lineup is here 🔥
We’re proud to have an incredible group of coaches dedicated to developing athletes on and off the court. Meet the coaches leading our Grizzly teams next season.
Dana Burkholder brings a lifelong passion for high performance and holistic development to Colorado Elite. A former 2x First-Team All-American and Pac-10 Player of the Year at the University of Arizona, Dana’s competitive career includes international play, national championships, and more than a decade of success as a club owner, director, and coach.
As Colorado Elite’s Director of Athlete Wellness and Director of Coach Success, Dana is dedicated to creating environments where players thrive both on and off the court, and where coaches are supported in their leadership and growth.
Through her platform Volleyball Village, Dana provides services for players, parents, and coaches—including performance mindset training, parent support tools, and coach development programs—that empower the entire volleyball community. She specializes in blending technical expertise with emotional intelligence, helping athletes build confidence, resilience, and clarity, while guiding coaches toward effective leadership, presence, and long-term career sustainability.
Dana’s vision is simple yet powerful: to shape not just strong athletes and coaches, but strong humans who carry the lessons of volleyball into every area of life.
Keep a lookout for more coach announcements coming soon 👀
