In this episode of Behind the Mask, get to know the USF Dons beach volleyball team led by first-year head coach Frank Lavrisha.
Coach Lavrisha is one of the winningest coaches in NCAA Division II history with more than over 30-years of experience. He joined the Hilltop last year, heading up both the indoor and beach programs at USF. Not only is he new to the Hilltop, but he's also new to beach volleyball. This season marks his first season on the sand. Luckily for Coach Lavrisha, he has assistant coach Gary Hodge to lend a hand. Hodge, an experienced beach coach and player, is entering his second season on the Hilltop. Last year he was in the role of a volunteer assistant, but this year he…
