14-1 Boys Assistant Coach: Suchit Koparde (Assistant to Coach Matt)

• First-year assistant coach for 14U Boys team
• Former player for:
• Chantilly High School (2 years)
• No Panic Volleyball Club (1 year)
• George Mason University Men’s Volleyball Club Team (Current)
• Specializes in:
• Hitting technique and timing
• Jump mechanics and vertical training
• Competitive mindset and discipline

• Lost 25 pounds in one summer through volleyball and fitness training
• Achieved a 30-inch max vertical touch
• Played competitive club cricket for 7 years before transitioning to volleyball
• Self-driven transformation through commitment to fitness and sport

Coach Suchit fell in love with volleyball at 16 as a way to balance school and personal fitness. The sport quickly became a passion, leading him to choose volleyball over other sports. His coaching philosophy centers on using every training moment to grow, instilling a “play to win” mentality, and building work ethic and accountability in every athlete.

Outside of volleyball, Coach Suchit enjoys Pokémon TCG and singing. His personal transformation - losing 25 pounds in a few months - reflects the same discipline and drive he brings to coaching.

Fun Fact: He played competitive club cricket for seven years before switching to volleyball.

Coach Suchit aims to help players master foundational skills early so they can confidently transition into advanced systems like 5-1 and 6-2. He envisions No Panic Volleyball as a high-performance, athlete-first program known for success and long-term player development.