Moe Perez, a 2004 graduate of Heritage High School, is the new volleyball coach at Columbia River. Perez takes over for Dana Blair, who resigned following the 2009 campaign — her 23rd season as head coach.
“A great tradition, with great support,” Perez said of the program. “I feel very blessed to be stepping into this position. I have nothing but respect for Dana and what she’s done for this program. There’s definitely a passion for Columbia River volleyball, and I’m definitely proud to be part of it.”
Blair’s teams made it to the state tournament 15 times, winning state championships in 1991 and 2000.
“I would not have traded any moment of the things we did there,” Blair said. “So many memories and so many positive experiences.”