Mini Volleyball Academy
The NSA Mini Beginner is designed for boys and girls ages 6–12 who are new to volleyball or have basic skill levels.
Newport Sports Academy
Train, Compete, and Grow!
Founded in 2022 by professional volleyball coach Sajad Dehnavi, Newport Sports Academy (NSA) was created to provide young athletes with world-class training, expert mentorship, and a strong foundation for long-term success.
Newport Sports Academy
OUR PROGRAMS
Club Lite Team
We’re excited to offer a Club Lite Team option this season! This program is ideal for players who are ready to start competing while continuing to develop their skills.
Girls Club Team
The NSA U12 & U14 Pre-Tryout & Evaluation Program is a free opportunity for athletes who are interested in earning a roster spot for the 2026–2027 NSA club season.
Newport Sports Academy
coaches
head coach
sajad dehnavi
-12 Years National & Professional Experience - Certified international Volleyball Coach - Founder – NSA Volleyball Academy
About us
head coachshelby young
12+ years of coaching - Head Coach at Sage Hill Boys - Program - 07-'09 First Team All League - 08-'09 Team MVP - 09 San Joaquin All-Star First Team - 24 CIF-SS Champion Coach - 24 CIF-SS D5 Coach of the Year
head coachmo Andalib
18 Years of National & Professional Experience - Asian & World Championship Medalist - Certified International Volleyball Coach
coachdominique vadeboncoeu
Sunset League 1st Team – 2021 & 2023 All-Star Team OC & MVP – 2022–23 Scholar-Athlete (GPA 3.5+), Current CUI Player
coachkaleen williams
4× All-League Honoree, incl. 1st Team (2019–21) All-CIF San Diego 2nd Team – 2021 Current UCI Volleyball Player
Newport Sports Academy
ABOUT US
Our Philosophy
Train, Compete, Grow. We believe in positive, professional coaching that builds skills, confidence, and a love for the game. Players follow a clear pathway: Mini Volleyball → Club Lite Team → Girls Club Team.
Our Story
Newport Sports Academy was founded in 2022 by Coach Sajad Dehnavi in Newport Coast, with a mission to give young athletes a fun, high-quality place to learn and grow through volleyball.
NSA ROOKIES
Let’s make this fall unforgettable!
Join us this fall for our exciting NSA Mini Volleyball Program, led by our elite coaching team in a fun, positive, and professional environment where kids can Train, Compete, and Grow!
📌 Limited spots – early registration is highly recommended
