Our coaches

Our coaches are the heart of Defender athletics. They’re mentors and leaders who invest their time, energy, and passion into helping our athletes grow — not just in their sport, but as young people. Every coach brings their own background and style, and together they shape the culture that makes our programs thrive.

At ALA, our coaches model the RAISE values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Service, and Excellence. These principles guide how they teach, lead, and support our athletes, building confidence and character that lasts far beyond the season.

This page gives you a closer look at the people guiding our teams and inspiring every Defender to rise.

athletic directors

chandler evans

Bio coming soon. We’re gathering details to help you get to know the leaders behind our athletes.

Athletic Director

Darrell perkins

Bio coming soon. We’re gathering details to help you get to know the leaders behind our athletes.

Assistant Athletic Director

spring- high school

Junior High

Fall - High School

winter - high school

fall sports - high school

darrell perkins

Coach bio coming soon. We’re gathering details to help you get to know the leaders behind our athletes.

Football

jon canyon

Jon Canyon is the Head Coach of Girls Volleyball at ALA Vistancia High School and a dedicated coach with a proven track record of success. With four years of coaching experience, he has built competitive teams while fostering a positive, team-first culture. Coach Jon has led his club teams to multiple championships and bracket wins, and he is passionate about developing student-athletes both on and off the court. He is committed to empowering players to reach their full potential and strengthening community support for the ALA Defenders volleyball program.

Girls Volleyball

Cheer

kacey HOYER

Born and raised in Arizona, she got her start in gymnastics, where she built the discipline, strength, and attention to detail that still influence her coaching today. She later found her passion for cheerleading, cheering through high school and continuing in all-star cheer for several years. With over 15 years of coaching experience, she has guided teams to great success, including earning seven state titles and multiple top five finishes at the national level.

What matters most to her, though, is the impact she has on her athletes beyond the sport. She’s passionate about helping them build confidence, resilience, and respect, while teaching the value of teamwork, accountability, and perseverance. She believes in creating a positive, supportive environment where athletes feel challenged but encouraged every step of the way.

She takes pride in helping athletes grow not only as cheerleaders, but as confident, well-rounded individuals, while also building strong, lasting relationships with parents, the school, and the broader community.

Outside of coaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and their three dogs. She also has a background working with animals and is currently involved in the field of canine rehabilitation.

Cross Country

jon buls

Coach bio coming soon. We’re gathering details to help you get to know the leaders behind our athletes.

winter sports - high school

JENSEN MOORE

Coach Jensen Moore grew up in San Marcos, CA where he played and coached basketball at Mission Hills High School. He attended Brigham Young University where he received his Bachelor's degree and then Southern California University of Health Sciences where he received his Doctorate degree. He is married to his wife, Tracy, and they have two sons. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing and coaching sports, and serving in his church and community.