Meet the Team

About Turhan Douglas

A former NCAA champion as a player with Long Beach State University (1991 national title), Turhan began his coaching journey at Pierce Junior College, where he guided the men’s team to back-to-back South Coast Conference titles (1998–1999) and earned Coach of the Year honors. He later served as an assistant coach (2000–2002) and head coach (2002–2006) for the USC men’s volleyball program, helping rebuild and elevate the Trojans.

Turhan has a proven track record of building successful programs, including stints at Santa Monica College (women’s head coach, leading to a conference championship in 2018) and various elite clubs. Currently, he serves as head coach for both indoor and beach volleyball at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF Manatees), where he continues to mentor athletes with skill, strategy, and dedication.

Now partnering with Jason Lee to develop a premier beach volleyball training club and facility, Turhan is committed to nurturing the next generation of players—focusing on technical excellence, competitive spirit, and love for the game.

With a career marked by national titles, conference championships, and countless developed athletes, Turhan Douglas is a coach who inspires excellence on and off the court.

About Jason Lee

A Southern California native, Jason began playing beach and indoor volleyball at age 12 alongside his sisters Kristin (Pepperdine) and Stacey (UCLA). As a junior All-American, he earned a full scholarship to Loyola Marymount University, where he was a four-year starter under Coach Rick McLaughlin. An outstanding defensive specialist, Jason finished his senior year ranked #2 in the NCAA for digs per game and helped lead LMU to its highest-ever national ranking of #6, including a historic upset over #1 Long Beach State.

While excelling indoors, Jason pursued beach volleyball whenever possible, earning his AAA rating in college and qualifying for the AVP tour immediately after graduation. Over eight years on the AVP, he partnered with and competed against Olympic gold medalists, honing his skills at the highest level.

Jason’s coaching career is equally impressive. He built Pacifica Christian High School’s volleyball program from the ground up, guiding the team to a California State Championship. He founded and directed successful indoor and beach clubs in Malibu and Idaho (including a partnership with Olympian Annett Davis and head coach of Boise State University Alex Venardos), and has mentored countless athletes. Today, Jason is partnering with Turhan to develop a premier beach volleyball training club and facility, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of players.

Married for 24 years, Jason and his wife are proud parents of four children: Hudson (19), Landon (17), Savanna (15), and Declan (14).

With decades of elite experience, a passion for coaching, player development, and a commitment to excellence, Jason Lee brings unparalleled expertise and passion to every athlete he coaches.