2026 Coaching Staff
Danielle Barker-Spivey
Head Coach
Coach Barker finished her fourth year at Keller High School. They finished as Regional Quarterfinalists with a third place district finish. She has led the Indians to back-to-back District 5-6A titles, 6A State Qualifiers, and the staff was also awarded District 5-6A Staff of the Year in her first year. Before Keller, Coach Barker spent 6 years at Marcus High School, leading them to a District Championship, the first district title since 2010, #3 state ranking, and a #10 national ranking. She also coached 2 of the school’s first ever AVCA 1st Team All-Americans. Coach Barker and her staff were also voted as the District 6-6A Staff of the Year.
In her collegiate career, Danielle played four years as a setter at Tarleton State University. She was named to the Academic All-Conference team, Second Team All-Conference, and recorded her 3,324th assist; setting the school record for career assists. That record still holds today.
Danielle attended Amarillo High School and played for her mom, Jan Barker. She was a three-year letter winner and helped lead her team to three consecutive 5A State Titles in 2007, 2008 and 2009 (what is now called 6A). She is a two-time Second Team All-State selection by the Texas Sportswriters Association, two-time First Team All-District and Academic All-District, and named to the Academic All-State team as a senior.
She graduated from Tarleton State University with a degree in Mathematics and a minor in Psychology. Danielle is the daughter of Danny and Jan Barker, who live here in Keller. She lives with her husband Michael, son Hunter, who is almost 2, and daughter Savannah, who is 4 months old. Danielle has a sister, Brianne Groth, who is the head coach at Byron Nelson, a 9 year old nephew, Hayes, an almost 4 year old nephew, Baker, and twin nieces Sadie and Sienna, who are 10 months old.
Mario Carmona
Junior Varsity
Coach Carmona is in his 17th year teaching and coaching and now in his third year here at Keller High School. During those 17 years he has taught Forensic Science, Anatomy and Physiology, Physics, IPC, PE, and Biology, and coached women’s soccer, volleyball, women’s basketball, and football. Coach Carmona began teaching and coaching volleyball, and soccer at St. George Catholic School for one year. He then moved on to Amon Carter-Riverside High School to teach and became the head coach of the women’s soccer program and assistant football coach. During his tenure at Carter-Riverside, he coached volleyball as an assistant for the first 6 years followed by the next 5 years as the head coach. He also coached women’s basketball for 4 years as an assistant coach.
Coach Carmona attended and graduated from Dr. Leo G Cigarroa High School in Laredo, Texas. He played football, baseball, soccer and ran track while attending Cigarroa High School. He attended the University of Incarnate Word and later transferred and graduated from Texas A&M International University with a major in Biology and a minor in Psychology. While at TAMIU he played for the university soccer club team.
Coach Carmona resides in Roanoke with his wife Jessica. They have one son, Cruz who is 11yrs old and currently attends Holy Trinity Catholic School. They also have two pets, Cruz’s dog (Scratchy) and his cat (Quinn).
Andrea Taylor
Freshman A
I’m excited to return to Keller High and continue doing what I love—coaching and mentoring young athletes. With over 10 years of coaching experience and a background as a former collegiate athlete, I bring energy, encouragement, and a genuine passion for the game to the freshman volleyball team.
My coaching focus is on building strong fundamentals, fostering teamwork, and boosting player confidence, all while creating a positive environment where athletes can grow their skills and love for volleyball. I aim to prepare players for success at higher levels, while also instilling sportsmanship, resilience, and life skills that extend beyond the court.
When I’m not coaching, I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling experiences that inspire me and bring fresh perspective and balance to my coaching approach.
Shelby Connor
Freshman B
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