Jyra Churchill

Coach Jyra is a native of Gonzales, Louisiana. She began playing volleyball at the age of 10. As a 4-year letterman on Varsity at East Ascension High School, Coach Jyra was used as a utility player but predominantly played Setter and Outside Hitter.

Growing up in a small town, she was not exposed to competitive, off-season volleyball until the conclusion of her sophomore season. She began her club career playing at Bayou Bandits Volleyball Club in St. Amant, LA. During her junior and senior club seasons, she played on elite level teams at Red Storm Volleyball Club in Baton Rouge, LA.

Coach Jyra received a Division I scholarship to Texas Southern University in Houston where she earned honors of SWAC Newcomer of the Week and was ranked 3rd overall in the conference for assists per match during multiple seasons. She received a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology following her volleyball career. She also possesses a Master of Public Health degree in Epidemiology from Texas A&M School of Public Health.

The 2023-2024 season will be Coach Jyra’s 11th season coaching at Renegades, and her 3rd year as owner/director. Coach Jyra handles all administrative aspects, uniforms, equipment, and communications with the club players and parents.