Coach Thais Franca enters her second season as Head Women's Volleyball Coach for the Baptist University of Florida. Under her leadership, the Eagles soared to 12 wins in their inaugural season and reached as high as #9 in the NCCAA national rankings.
Franca brings extensive experience coaching and playing experience to BUF from both the United States and internationally. Franca previously served as the Head Women's Volleyball Coach at the University of Mary from 2014-2017.
Prior to the University of Mary, Franca coached at St. Andrews Presbyterian College. Franca has extensive college camp and club coaching experience in the United States and in Brazil.
Athletic Director Nathaniel Hughes released the following statement on Coach Franca. "It was clear from the first time we talked that Thais Franca was the perfect person to lead the women's volleyball program at BUF. Her heart for the Lord and for others is evident. Her wealth of knowledge and experience, coupled with her commitment to disciple and develop her athletes make me confident that she will be truly successful as the leader of our program."
Franca played collegiately at Cal University of Pennsylvania, Florida Gulf Coast, and Hutchinson Community College.
In addition to her role as Head Women's Volleyball Coach, Coach Franca serves as the Assistant Athletic Director for Women's Athletics.
