Sue Doan-Founder, Club Director & Head Coach

Sue is the Founder and Executive Director for Mt. Hood Volleyball Club. With 36 years of coaching experience in volleyball, she is passionate about helping athletes reach their full potential both on and off the court. She began my coaching journey in 1988 as a High school varsity volleyball coach. She has coached at Centennial High School, Corbett High School and now Estacada High School. She is also the Varsity volleyball coach for the boys team at Estacada High School. Her coaching philosophy revolves around three core principles: hard work, teamwork, and growth. I believe that success comes from consistent effort and a positive attitude, both individually and as a team. She strives to create an environment where athletes can learn, make mistakes, and improve every day, while also cultivating a strong sense of unity and support among teammates. She is committed to fostering not only the physical skills required to excel in volleyball—such as proper technique, strategy, and fitness—but also the mental aspects, including resilience, focus, and sportsmanship. Watching athletes grow both as players and individuals is the most rewarding part of it for her.
Winning 13 league championships.
Placing in the top 6 in the state 12 times
Developing players who have gone on to play at all levels of college.
6A/3A Coach of the Year 6 times
In addition to her coaching experience, she was a teacher for 30 years. She has a Masters Degree in Physical Education, Health and Special Education. She has three adult children and lives in the beautiful city of Rhododendron, Oregon. For her, coaching is about more than just winning games—it's about instilling values like discipline, perseverance, and a love for the game. 

Maggie Young - Co-Club Director & Head Coach

Maggie Young has been coaching volleyball for 9 years.  She has been a head Varsity Coach for 6 years at Gladstone and Sandy High School. She has coached at Mt. Hood VBC since 2015 and has coached all levels but has focused on 14s Nationals. Currently she is coaching both men and women’s volleyball at Estacada High School. Her coaching style  integrates fundamentals, effort, and inspiration in developing both the skills and the mindset of volleyball players. She has high expectations that are non-negotiable.  Whether practice or a game players should give 100% at all times. She feels strongly that players should be inspired both on and off the court.  She leads by example and demonstrates enthusiasm, passion, and energy. Players feed off their coach's attitude. If you’re fully invested, they will be more likely to match that energy. What she looks for in a player is passion, commitment and ball control. She believes if you have the first two the third will come! 
Maggie started playing for MHVBC when she was 10 years old and played for Corbett High School where she received all league and all state awards. When she is not on the court she is she is hanging out with her family and teaching Daisy ball control. 

Lori Cook - Head Coach

Lori Cook is in her 29th year as head coach and 31st year coaching overall at Gresham High School. Under her leadership, the Gopher’s have captured three state titles, secured 13 additional top-eight finishes, and reached the playoffs in an impressive 22 out of her 28 seasons. In addition to high school coaching, Lori has also coached club volleyball for over 25 years. From 1993 – 2018, Lori coached with the (Nike, Adidas) Northwest Juniors VBC and then beginning in 2021 joined Mt. Hood VBC, where she continues to enjoy her coaching career. Lori is a proud alumna of Gresham High, where she was a standout athlete during her high school years, leading the volleyball team to back-to-back state championships in 1988 and 1989 and earning a spot on the All-State Team in 1989. Her talent and determination took her to Portland State University, where she played a pivotal role in the Vikings’ national title win in 1992 and their strong national finishes of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th in her other three seasons. Lori shares her love of the game with her husband, Brad Cook, who coaches the Gophers' JV team and is her assistant at Mt. Hood VBC, and their children—Kalie, a GHS Varsity Assistant, Gavin, and Rylie (a current Mt. Hood player). In addition to her coaching achievements, Lori is in her 21st year of teaching at Gresham High School, continuing to inspire the next generation both on and off the court. In her free time, Lori loves hanging with her 2 Goldendoodle babies while watching TVD (over and over again) or during the summer hanging out with family and friends on the river on their boat.

 Zoe Young - Head Coach

Zoe Young has been coaching volleyball for 10 years. Previously Zoe has worked as the JV coach and Varsity Assistant at Gresham High School from 2014-2017 and as the Varsity Assistant at Sandy High school in 2022. Zoe started coaching club volleyball at ADIDIAS NW VBC as the 14b coach in 2014, and transitioned to Mt. Hood VBC in 2015, starting as the top 15s coach and 18s assistant coach. Currently, she is the top 16s coach for Mt Hood Volleyball Club. Her coaching style is all about fundamentals, court knowledge, and contributing to the team. What she looks for in a player is contribution to the team. She runs her team on the 2/3's rule, at any given time a player capable of contributing physically, emotionally or mentally - players are expected to contribute a minimum of 2 of the 3 when participating. Zoe was a Mt. Hood VBC player from to 2001-2006, First Team All State Libero at Corbett High School, and played Volleyball and Lacrosse at Linfield College. When she is not on a court, she enjoys walking her dog Pete, kayaking, reading, and hanging out with her niece Daisy.

 Erika Hooley - Head Coach

Erika Hooley has been coaching volleyball for 2 years. Varsity Assistant & JV Coach at Reynolds High School. Head Coach Mt Hood 11-Timberline 2023-2024. Currently, she is the varsity assistant coach at Reynolds High School for the women’s volleyball team. Her coaching style is leading with encouragement. She makes the sport challenging yet fun! She gets to know her players on an individual level and helps them accomplish goals. She prepares players for their next season of volleyball and the years ahead. What she looks for in a player is someone who wants to grow as an athlete and compete at a high level. Positive attitude. Someone who understands basic volleyball fundamentals, rules, and etiquette. Erika played volleyball for 10 years. When she is not on a court, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and being outdoors.