Meet the Team

Patrick Jeffrey was named head diving coach in 2014. He came to Stanford after spending 15 seasons at Florida State University, where he built one of the most competitive programs in the ACC. Patrick brings a depth of elite coaching experience and a strategic vision for athlete development at every level. Under his leadership, Stanford Diving Club has continued to produce national champions and Olympic-level competitors.

Oleg Andriyuk started at the Stanford Diving Club in 2009 and has become one of the most respected coaches in the country. He brings 16 years of elite competitive experience in both springboard and platform diving, giving him an unparalleled eye for technique. Oleg's coaching philosophy centers on precision, mental resilience, and athlete-driven development. He has coached athletes to state, regional, and national titles.

Ryan Wallace brings over 15 years of coaching experience to Stanford Diving Club. His passion for the sport is matched by his commitment to producing champion divers at all levels. Ryan works primarily with developmental athletes, focusing on building the technical foundation and competitive confidence that defines Stanford Diving's approach to athlete development.

Doug Schwandt has over 15 years of coaching experience and was part of the Columbia team that won the Eastern Championship. His background in collegiate diving gives him a deep understanding of what it takes to compete at the highest levels. Doug works with athletes across the developmental spectrum, with a particular focus on springboard technique and approach.

Megan Parker started diving at age 8 and went on to serve on the Canadian National Junior and Senior teams for 15 years. Her international competitive experience gives her a global perspective on the sport. Megan is known for her exceptional ability to connect with younger athletes, making complex technical concepts accessible and building the kind of confidence that translates to competition.

Hayley Chamblin started diving at age eleven and trained at Indiana University under Olympic-level coaches. Her foundation in high-performance methodology shapes every aspect of her coaching. Hayley brings a meticulous approach to skill progression and takes pride in the long-term development of each athlete she works with.

Jenna Olmiala is a student-athlete at De Anza Community College and has been diving since middle school. Her recent competitive experience gives her a unique perspective on athlete development and the mental demands of the sport. Jenna brings energy, enthusiasm, and technical knowledge to her coaching, particularly with beginning and intermediate-level athletes.

Kelly started diving at the age of 13. An easy transfer from gymnastics to diving. In 1998, she was the Connecticut high school state champion. Kelly has been coaching diving since she was 16 years young and loves coaching all levels of diving. Kelly is a Masters diver herself earning 8 World Masters titles. Diving is one of Kelly's all-time passions. She plans to continue diving to stay young. A middle school PE teacher for 15 years as a second career, she will be your biggest cheerleader at the pool. Very encouraging, positive and enthusiastic. Kelly's coaching philosophy is simple: kids should have fun learning to dive!

Coach Ivan brings over 25 years of coaching expertise, from beginner lessons to guiding national and international champions. A former member of the Kazakhstan National Olympic Team (1991–2001) and USSR Junior Olympic Team (1989–1991), he is a twelve-time Kazakhstan National Champion and a CanAmex Grand Prix bronze medalist.

He has competed in World Championships, Grand Prix, and World Cups, and earned his Bachelor’s in Physical Education, Swimming, and Diving from the Academy of Tourism and Sport in Kazakhstan (2000).

Since transitioning from athlete to coach, Ivan has trained divers who qualified for USA Diving National Championships, the 2008 & 2016 Olympic Trials, and numerous international meets. Over the years, he has coached at Rose Bowl Aquatics, Mission Viejo Diving, Dive Lab, Montgomery Dive Club, Coral Springs Diving Club, and Claremont McKenna College.

Coach Matt discovered diving at age 14 after a group of swimmers spotted him doing flips on a trampoline at a neighborhood block party and encouraged him to try out for his high school team. That first season sparked a passion for the sport, and he soon joined Windy City Diving Club in Chicago. Through years of dedicated training, Matt qualified for the state finals during both his junior and senior years of high school.

Matt continued his diving career at St. Bonaventure University, competing in the Atlantic 10 Conference. During his collegiate career, he earned Rookie of the Month honors, qualified for the NCAA Zone Championships, and graduated with a degree in Finance and a minor in Economics. His competitive career was cut short when he was forced to medically retire during his senior year due to a torn labrum.

Following college, Matt returned to Windy City Diving as a coach, where he spent two years helping athletes develop their skills and achieve their goals. He also reignited his passion for competition through USA Diving Masters events and the AAU National Championships, placing 4th on 1-meter and 3rd on 3-meter in the Senior Open division in 2025.

After relocating to the Bay Area this spring, Matt is excited to share his experience and enthusiasm for the sport while coaching both Masters and age-group athletes with the Stanford Diving Club.