Houston Christian University Head Volleyball Coach Trent Herman has hired Shelby Martin-Parker as the new assistant coach. Previously with the LOVB Houston volleyball program, Martin-Parker brings a wealth of experience, including coaching at Millbrook High School where she helped secure the 2022 North Carolina AAAA State championship. A standout player herself, she accumulated over 4,300 assists during her collegiate career, including accolades at East Carolina and Kansas State, and concluded her time at UCLA with a ranking of fourth in the Pac-12 for assists per set.

By the Numbers
  • 4,354 career assists as a collegiate setter.
  • 2022 North Carolina AAAA State title winner as assistant coach at Millbrook High School.
State of Play
  • HCU finished the 2025 season with a record of 12-18, marred by multiple injuries.
  • The team has signed five new players for the 2026 season, having lost only one senior from last year.
What's Next

With Shelby Martin-Parker joining the coaching staff, HCU aims to revitalize the program and build on its recent recruiting efforts for a stronger performance in the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

The addition of Martin-Parker is a strategic move for HCU volleyball, bringing in a proven coach and athlete to strengthen the team's technical expertise and competitive edge as they prepare for the 2026 season.