Our Coaches.
Danette Moea’i
Danette’s journey in volleyball began in 7th grade in the small town of Monticello, Utah. A three-sport athlete in volleyball, basketball, and track, she went on to earn a volleyball scholarship at the University of Utah, where her passion for the game deepened. She has since coached at Prairie High School in Northern Idaho and American Fork High School in Utah County.
Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, Danette will also take the helm of the Dixie High School volleyball program, bringing her experience and energy to one of Southern Utah’s most recognized schools.
A lifelong student of the game, Danette is Gold Medal Squared and CAP II certified, and regularly attends coaching clinics to stay sharp and inspired. Known for her technical coaching and mentorship, Danette’s influence stretches across generations of athletes.
Tulao Moea’i
Tualo played collegiate volleyball at BYU under Coach Tom Peterson, gaining invaluable experience at one of the sport’s highest levels. Together with Danette, he previously owned Summit Volleyball Club in Utah County and co-founded the original Utah Mojo boys club over 10 years ago.
Tualo is known for his energy on the court and his heart for developing not just strong players, but strong people. He brings a powerful mix of high expectations, fun, and mentorship to every training session.
Makenzie Moea’i
Makenzie’s volleyball journey has been nothing short of inspiring. From her early days competing in volleyball and basketball at American Fork High School to making her mark on collegiate and international stages, she’s done it all.
Her collegiate career began at UNLV and came full circle when she returned home to play for the University of Utah in the prestigious PAC-12 Conference. As a versatile Right Side and Outside Hitter, Makenzie helped her teams qualify for four NCAA tournaments. In her senior year, she battled deep into the postseason, narrowly falling to eventual national champion Nebraska.
After graduation, Makenzie took her game overseas, signing with Degerfors Volley Orion in Sweden, where she led the league in points per set, blocks, and attacks per set—all while coaching a local girls’ youth team. Her leadership made a lasting impact both on the stat sheet and in the lives of the players she mentored.
Now back in Utah, Makenzie has turned her focus to developing the next generation of volleyball athletes. In 2022, she led the Pleasant Grove High School boys’ team to a state championship, showcasing not just her deep knowledge of the game, but her ability to bring out the best in her players.
To Coach Mak, volleyball is about more than just skills and wins. It’s about helping athletes dig deep—not only to refine their technique, but to build game intelligence, confidence, and character. Most importantly, she reminds her players to enjoy the journey, build lasting friendships, and always have fun.
Tyler Bonham
Tyler Bonham was born and raised in St. George, Utah, where his passion for volleyball took root in 8th grade — thanks to a little encouragement from his dad, a former collegiate player. What started as a hesitant step into the sport quickly turned into an all-in commitment. From that moment on, volleyball became his focus, and he poured everything into becoming the best player and teammate he could be.
Tyler has had the privilege of being coached by some of the best in the region, including Danette and Tualo Moea’i, who helped shape his skills and leadership on and off the court. Now stepping into the role of a coach at Utah Mojo, he’s excited to continue learning from them — this time in the coaching realm. After graduating high school, Tyler served a two-year LDS mission in Southern California, speaking Spanish, and will now be playing for the Utah Tech men’s club team this season.
With a strong foundation in leadership, communication, and game IQ, Tyler is committed to helping young athletes develop confidence, character, and competitive excellence. He’s especially proud to be part of the rapid growth of boys volleyball in Utah — and is ready to help lead the next generation forward.
Kolu Afualo
Kolu is excited to bring his energy and love for the game to the Utah Mojo coaching staff. His volleyball journey began on the sand courts, where weekly pickup games sparked a passion that quickly grew into competitive play. He was part of the inaugural Desert Hills High School boys volleyball team, competing for two seasons, and also played club volleyball with Danette and Tulao before they started Mojo.
Kolu will be continuing his volleyball career by joining the Utah Tech men’s club volleyball team this fall. As both a coach and an athlete, he’s focused on learning, growing, and helping athletes bring intensity and joy to the court. He believes in working hard, playing with purpose, and always having fun.