Coaches
Coach Anthony Rivers
Head Coach
Previous stops include Ponte Vedra Highschool as Defensive Coordinator and Menedez High School as Head Football Coach, assistant soccer coach and weightlifting Coach.
During the time at Ponte Vedra the defense was a part of a district championship season and multiple trips to the FHSAA State playoffs. The program produced countless DI,DII,DIII and NAIA football players including having players featured on the All County, All Metro and All State team every season.
At Menendez they were able to take the program back to the playoffs for the first time in 5 seasons. While also developing a roster that saw the schools first DI signee and multiple All State Players also for the first time in 5 years. The football program produced 4 State Qualifier weightlifters during that time as well.
Coach Rivers was a defensive back for Bluefield University (VA) where he graduated as the schools all time leader in interceptions on the football team. During the time at Bluefield he also competed for the University's soccer team as a goal keeper and defender. During the time at Bluefield Coach Rivers would meet his wife who was a Volleyball player at the school. Upon graduating from Bluefield Coach Rivers would go on to play professionally in the German Football League's 1st Division before moving to FL to begin a career teaching , coaching and starting a family.
Coach Tyson Strickland
Defensive Coordinator | Defensive Line Coach
Coach Tyson Strickland enters his first season as Defensive Coordinator at Nova Lakes High School after coaching at Pedro Menendez High School and Beachside High School. Throughout his coaching career, he has worked with defensive linemen and linebackers, emphasizing physicality, discipline, and fundamentals while helping athletes maximize their potential.
A former All-District football player in high school, Strickland continued his playing career at the University of Tennessee at Martin, where he competed at the NCAA Division I level. During his collegiate career, he was a member of three consecutive Ohio Valley Conference Championship teams, gaining valuable experience competing in a winning culture and at a high level.
Coach Strickland's defensive philosophy is built on toughness, discipline, accountability, and relentless effort. He is committed to developing fundamentally sound, physical football players while building a championship culture that prepares student-athletes for success both on and off the field.
Coach Bun Kaing
Linebackers
was raised in Los Angeles, California, where he developed a lifelong passion for football. He played linebacker at Reseda High School and was honored as the Defensive Player of the Year. He continued his football career at Moorpark College, California State University, Northridge (Division I-AA) before spending three years playing semi-professional football in Temecula, California.
As an Assistant Football Coach at Nova Lakes High School, Coach Bun is committed to mentoring and developing young men both on and off the field. He believes in using football to teach discipline, leadership, accountability, and perseverance while helping student-athletes reach their full potential. Coach Bun is excited to help build a championship culture and establish a strong foundation that will positively impact the football program and its players for years to come.
Coach Alex Dionisi.
Head JV Coach
I am the Owner of Athletes Above Everything and the Director of the BigHitsMafia 7v7 & Flag Program. I am a football program builder and leader focused on developing athletes, building leaders, and creating opportunities for players to grow both on and off the field.
Through Athletes Above Everything and BigHitsMafia, I have worked with athletes across multiple age groups, focusing on player development, accountability, discipline, and preparing athletes for the next level. My goal has always been to build a strong foundation where athletes can improve their skills while learning the importance of teamwork, commitment, and character.
I hold a degree in Hospitality Management from Florida State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity from Southern New Hampshire University. My background in leadership, business, and technology has helped shape my approach to coaching, organization, and building successful programs.
I believe football is bigger than the game itself. It is an opportunity to build relationships, teach life lessons, and help develop the next generation of athletes and leaders.
Building athletes. Building leaders
Coach Osayimwense “Coach O”.
Defensive Backs
I played my high school ball at Franklin High School in Elk Grove, which is just south of Sacramento. I played Juco ball at Sacramento City College as a free safety for 2 seasons, before transferring to UND (University of North Dakota - D1) for a season. I then transferred to University of Minnesota at Crookston which gave me experience at the D2 level as well. I played CB for both of those stints.
After playing, I’ve assisted other coaches and trainers on 7on7 teams in the spring, and trained young defensive backs on coverage concepts, along with playing football with a defensive mentality as a whole. My passion for the game and willingness to be a student of it pretty much took over me from when I began playing and I’ve been interested in being back around the game if and when the opportunity presented itself.
I’m excited about the opportunity to contribute to the program, help develop student-athletes, and bring a strong work ethic and commitment to the team.
Coach Shawn Oliver.
Offensive Line
Former standout lineman for Woodrow Wilson High School in Portsmouth, VA. Retired Military, over 22 years of Service with a Masters in Business Administration.
Coach Cam Oliver
Defensive Line/Linebackers
Former College Wrestler for the University of Ozarks.
Multiple district championships as Head Wrestling Coach.