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Terri Harrod brings more than 30 years of coaching experience across public education and elite club volleyball programs, making her one of the most experienced and respected coaches in the North Texas region. Her coaching background includes leadership roles with The Colony High School, LHS Harmon High School, Dallas Force VBC, Force PSA, Synergy VBC, and Lone Star VBC, where she has consistently guided athletes and teams to high levels of competitive success.
At the high school level, Coach Harrod led teams to numerous UIL Playoff appearances, including Bi‑District, Area, and Regional Qualifier Championships, and most notably coached a team to the UIL State Semifinals in 2010. Her teams are known for their discipline, competitive toughness, and strong team systems. At the club level, her teams have qualified for the North Texas Region, USA Volleyball Nationals, and the AAU National Tournament, reflecting sustained excellence across multiple platforms.
Coach Harrod has extensive experience coaching a wide range of age groups and competitive levels. She has served as a Head Coach for 13s, 15s, and 16s teams, and as an Assistant Coach for 17s teams in both the Open and Club Divisions. In addition, she has played a pivotal role in youth development, coaching 10s, 11s, and 12s teams and leading pre‑tryout clinics, youth skill development programs, and back‑to‑school team camps.
A former three‑sport high school athlete, Terri continued her athletic career at the collegiate level at Ranger Junior College and Texas Woman’s University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Her multi‑sport and collegiate background inform her coaching approach, emphasizing athletic fundamentals, movement, teamwork, and volleyball IQ.
Coach Harrod is deeply passionate about teaching the technical and tactical aspects of volleyball while fostering strong team chemistry and leadership. She is driven by watching athletes grow—not only in skill and performance, but also in confidence, communication, and understanding of the game. Her commitment to athlete development extends well beyond wins and losses, focusing on building resilient, disciplined players prepared for success on and off the court.