The Oracle: Why did you switch from Archbishop Mitty to Gunn?

Kevin Hwang: The reason that I decided to come here was because I feel like Mitty is a well-oiled machine and I know I was an important person there, but I think Gunn is a good fit for me because it’s a strong academic school with a history of excellence in athletics and an athletic director with a clear vision of academic and athletic excellence going forward. I think the program needs a little bit of direction, but I feel like I can really make a difference here.

TO: How long have you played and coached volleyball?

KH: Well I actually played tennis in high school, and I didn’t play volleyball until after college when I picked it up with a couple of friends. I’ve been coaching for probably six or seven years, with a combination of high school and club.

TO: What do you hope to bring to the team?

KH: I believe in a certain way of doing things that makes a team and makes the players successful. This would include creating an environment where players can learn and get better and cultivating a culture where the team always comes first. Also, generating a positive practice atmosphere where the players will compete and have fun and having each player develop a sense of pride for themselves, the program, and their school. So I’d bring in that kind of culture.

TO: What is your strongest asset?

KH: You might have to ask one of the kids who have played for me to see, like Erika Hoopes or Chanel Miller. I would just tell you that I am always striving to get better and each year I hope that I am a better coach than the year before. I want to learn, and I would like to think that this is a quality that I pass on to my kids.

TO: What are you excited for?

KH: I’m looking forward to working with the kids. A big part of why I came here is because I’ve coached a lot of them in club. Like I said, I feel like I can make a difference. I think I can give them the direction that they need. I’m just excited about getting in the gym with them, working hard and hopefully winning first place in league.