Chandace Tryon
Houston,TX
Summary
Former University of Houston volleyball student-athlete and athletics administrator with experience in student-athlete mentorship, leadership development, event programming, and branding. Currently serving as Assistant Director of Athletics and Head Volleyball Coach at Second Baptist School, with a track record of designing youth clinics, mentoring aspiring professionals, coordinating alumni engagement, and managing social media to elevate student-athlete visibility. Known for building relational trust with athletes while driving programs that support their holistic growth-academically, personally, and professionally.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Athletics / Head Volleyball Coach
Second Baptist School
Houston, TX
07.2021 - Current
- Mentor two Athletic Department Fellows annually, guiding professional development projects in athletic administration.
- Coordinate 11 annual youth sports clinics, fostering leadership opportunities for student-athletes and strengthening community ties.
- Support student-athletes' personal growth through relationship-based mentoring as both administrator and head coach.
- Collaborate with coaching staff, counselors, and administrators to provide holistic support for athletes' academic and athletic responsibilities.
- Manage all SBS Athletics social media channels, showcasing student-athlete achievements and enhancing team culture.
- Serve as primary contact for athletic communications, aligning messaging with institutional values and departmental objectives.
President
University of Houston Cougars Athletic Alliance
Houston, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Executed over five alumni engagement events to strengthen connections among former student-athletes.
- Coordinated three volunteer events, promoting leadership and community involvement among alumni and supporters.
- Developed partnerships with local businesses and venues to enhance alumni engagement through social events and tailgates.
Education
Master of Science - Sport Management
Houston Christian University
Houston, TX05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Houston
Houston, TX12-2012
Skills
- Student-Athlete Mentorship
- Leadership Programming
- Wellness Support Coordination
- Alumni & Community Engagement
- Event Planning & Program Coordination
- Brand Visibility & Social Media Management
- Relationship-Building with Athletes & Stakeholders
- Cross-Functional Collaboration (Coaches, Admin, Partners)
Affiliations And Involvement
- President / UH Cougars Athletic Alliance
- Former Student-Athlete, University of Houston Volleyball
Timeline
President
University of Houston Cougars Athletic Alliance
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Director of Athletics / Head Volleyball Coach
Second Baptist School
07.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Sport Management
Houston Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Houston