STAFF AND COACHES
Volleyball Program Director/Board Member
Perly Garcia-Zulla
As a co-director of this program, our vision is to provide affordable, club-quality volleyball training to athletes who have the passion to play, regardless of financial barriers, while intentionally uplifting Fil-Am youth. We are committed to creating access to high-quality coaching, competitive opportunities, and a supportive community that reflects and celebrates our culture.
Technical Director - 37 Y/O
Kristian San Pedro
- Certifications: Gold Medal Squared, Safesports
- 15 years Club coach
2 years HS Freshman Coach/Volunteer at Union Catholic & Montclair Kimberly Academy
- Played Setter, Opposite, and Libero
- Adult player experience w/ VBLI, GEVA, NAGVA, & NABA
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Belleville High School Alumni 2009
Eastwick College 2016
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I believe in "Wielding the power of knowledge and wisdom, not to impede but to nurture growth"
Junior Assistant Coach - 17 Y/O
Caithlin Zulla
- Certifications: Safesports
- 3 years varsity player​
- Plays Libero/Defensive Specialist position
- 2 years clubs w/ NJVBC & Captial VBC
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Currently attends Paramus Catholic High School​
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I believe in "When training you're either getting better or you're getting worse, either way you won't be the same as you were yesterday"
Junior Assistant Coach - 17 Y/O
Jayden Dela Cruz
- Certifications: Safesports
- 3 years varsity player​
- Plays Outside Hitter & Defensive Specialist position
- Competed in Tri-State Tournamentsl & NABA '25
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Currently attends Bloomfield High School​
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I believe in "Put in the work first, confidence follows"
Volleyball Program Director/Board Member
Maria ""Leah'' Carreon
I believe that volleyball is more than a sport. It is a way to build confidence, resilience, and pride in who we are. My commitment is to help develop Fil-Am youth athletes with our mentorship. Our environment allows youth to find their chosen family and grow as athletes and as people, on and off of the court.
Junior Head Coach - 19 Y/O
Jomar Dela Cruz
- Certifications: Safesports
- 1 year varsity player in HS
- Player Setter position
- Competed in NABA '24 & '25
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Bloomfield High School Alumni
Seton Hall University Student
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I believe in "You can do anything you set your mind to"
Junior Assistant Coach - 16 Y/O
Joseph Lentini
- Certifications: Safesports
- 3 years varsity player​
- Plays Libero/Defensive Specialist position
- Competed in Livingston HS Invitational & NABA '25
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Currently attends Bloomfield High School​
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I believe in "On the court, you need to calm your nerves and be excited!"
Junior Assistant Coach - 17 Y/O
River Estrada
- Certifications: Safesports
- 3 years varsity player​
- Plays Outside Hitter & Middle Blocker position
- 1 year Club volleyball w/ Side out Sports​
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Currently attends Bloomfield High School​
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I believe in "You are not defeated when you lose, you are defeated when you quit"