meet our team
bobby jones
Coach Bobby Jones is the CEO and Founder of the Official Beach Volleyball program at the Domain in Austin. His passion as an owner is bringing people together through genuine human connection. The purpose behind his life’s work is to lead, teach, and inspire his community to pursue greater goals for themselves.
As a professional player from 2011–2016, Bobby used his drive, attention to detail, and work ethic to place in the top 10 nationally multiple times. During that same period, he also coordinated one of the most recognized junior beach volleyball clubs in the country, helping more than 40 athletes commit to NCAA Division I and II programs.
Bobby has trained and impacted more than 15,000 athletes in his community while building one of the longest-running, family-friendly athletic environments in the state of Texas since 2013. His facility serves as a social and business ecosystem that promotes connection through sport and community.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Founder & CEO @ Project Serve at the Domain in Austin, Texas
Youngest Facility Owner in Texas (35)
Over 40 players signed to NCAA Division I & II beach volleyball scholarships
Over 20,000 hours of professional beach training and coaching experience
Trained over 15,000 athletes
Pro Beach Athlete (Top 5) on the National Volleyball League (NVL) Tour
First USA BCAP 1 & 2, Olympic Development Certified Coach in Texas
First 2 Juniors signed in Austin, Texas History (Austin American Statesmen)
Former FORD Model (Nike, Target, Bloomingdales, Champion, Etc.)
Former MTV Reality star (Real World San Diego)
Finalist for Survivor x 2
Yuli Gutiérrez
Yuli discovered her love for volleyball at the age of 15 in Colombia while searching for a new sport. After her first practice, she was immediately hooked. What began as a few weekly practices quickly evolved into a deeper commitment, leading her to join a municipal club and compete across multiple teams. One of her proudest early achievements was competing at the national level and finishing 5th in the 16s division.
Her passion for the sport continued through community college and during her time studying abroad. While she ultimately chose to pursue a career in engineering, volleyball has remained a constant throughout her life. From organizing her first tournament at 17 to envisioning a space where people could connect through the game, her passion continued to grow.
In 2025, she founded Let’s Volley — a welcoming and inclusive community designed for beginner and intermediate players to develop their skills, build confidence, and form meaningful connections. Through social events, themed tournaments, and community-driven play, her mission is to make volleyball accessible, fun, and empowering for all.
Now, through Project Serve, she is excited to further expand that impact by creating memorable experiences, fostering community, and sharing a genuine love for the sport with players of all backgrounds.
tory Paranagua
Tory Paranagua is a highly accomplished beach volleyball athlete whose career has spanned elite NCAA competition and professional international play. A trailblazer from Austin, Texas, Tory became the first NCAA beach volleyball signee in Austin history after developing through the nationally recognized Project Serve Beach juniors program. She went on to compete for Florida State University, where she established herself as one of the top collegiate beach volleyball players in the country.
During her time at Florida State, Tory earned numerous honors and accolades, including NCAA Tournament MVP in 2017, two-time NCAA National Pair of the Week recognition, NCAA All-Conference Team honors in 2018, and NCAA All-American status in 2018. She helped lead Florida State to NCAA National Runner-Up finishes in both 2016 and 2018 while surpassing 100 career victories during her collegiate career.
Following her success in the NCAA, Tory transitioned to the professional beach volleyball circuit, continuing to compete at a high level both nationally and internationally. She earned a 5th place finish on the P1440 Tour in the Young Guns division and found major success on Brazil’s professional CBV Tour, capturing three tournament victories and three additional third-place finishes in 2022.
Known for her competitive drive, leadership, and high-level experience, Tory brings a deep passion for the sport and a commitment to excellence both on and off the sand.
FABIO
Coach Fabio is from Manaus, Brazil where he started playing Beach Volleyball relatively late, at the age of 17. Even so, he managed to make the Brazilian National Team at age 19, where he competed on the Brazilian National Tour and International Tour (FIVB) for the next 10 years.
Coach Fabio finished his Veterinary Degree because of a Beach Volleyball Scholarship in Maringá, Brazil. He now lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, Coach Tory and their dog, Pepper. Coach Fabio competes occasionally on the AVP Tour and is working towards becoming a Veterinarian in the US, while coaching for Quicksand.
Coach Fabio teaches the importance of footwork and proper technique, knowing himself how hard it was to learn in his late teen years. He has a sharp eye and gives amazing technical advice to all levels of students. He is adored by his athletes for his sense of humor and kindness.