Timberwolves Coaching Staff
John Henze
Varsity Head Coach
Coach Henze attended Texas A&M University, where he played for the Men’s Club Volleyball program. He graduated in 2021 with a Bachelor's degree in Vertebrate Zoology and a minor in Education.
His coaching career began at Tomball Memorial, where he assisted with the boy's volleyball club before relocating to the Austin area. In 2022, he began coaching girl's volleyball and softball at Vista Ridge High School. While there, he also founded a boy's volleyball club through TBHSV and led the team to the organization's State Tournament in 2025.
Coach Henze was fortunate to be a part of the historic State Championship Volleyball team at Cedar Park High School in 2025. He was also named THSCA Volleyball Assistant Coach of the Year for Region 8-5A in the same year.
This is Coach Henze’s sixth year teaching and coaching, and his second year at Cedar Park High School. He is excited to continue his involvement in such a strong, determined community and hopes to be a positive role model for the young women he has the opportunity to coach. Coach Henze and his wife, Nicole, are excited for another amazing year with Cedar Park High School!
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Malory Burns
Varsity Assistant Coach
Mallory Burns joins Cedar Park High School with 17 years of experience as a volleyball coach, bringing a passion for developing student-athletes both on and off the court. Throughout her career, she has built programs centered on integrity, hard work, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.
Prior to joining Cedar Park, Burns served as the Head Volleyball Coach at McNeil High School for four years and previously led the Hutto High School volleyball program for six seasons. During her tenure at Hutto, the Hippos earned an undefeated District 18-5A Championship in 2018, Regional Quarterfinal appearances in 2017 and 2018, and multiple playoff berths. She began her coaching career at Canyon Ridge Middle School in 2009, where her volleyball and track teams earned several district championships.
In addition to her school coaching experience, Burns has coached club volleyball for nine years with Austin Skyline Juniors Volleyball Club, helping athletes develop their skills and compete at a high level while preparing them for success beyond the court. She currently teaches mathematics and has spent her entire professional career serving students in Central Texas schools. A graduate of the University of Texas with a degree in Mathematics.
Burns is excited to join the Cedar Park volleyball program and looks forward to helping student-athletes grow as competitors, teammates, leaders, and young adults.
Outside of school, Coach Burns enjoys spending time with her family. She and her husband, Ryan, are proud parents of two children: Bryce, who attends Texas Tech University, and Brynn, a third-grade student. The Burns family is excited to become part of the Cedar Park community and support the Timberwolves both on and off the court.
Erin Smith
Junior Varsity Coach
Coach Smith, grew up in Cedar Park, graduated from Cedar Park High School and went on to play D2 soccer all four years as a goalkeeper at St. Mary's University in San Antonio. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Exercise & Sports Science with a teaching certification.
Coach Smith started her teaching and coaching career in Round Rock ISD while working to obtain her Master's degree in Coaching & Sports Administration. She made the move to Cedar Park Middle School where she became the Girls Coordinator in 2023. She was able to coach volleyball, basketball, track and soccer throughout the three years she was there. This community continues to make an impact on Coach Smith, as she is hoping to do the same with all of the students and athletes she encounters along her journey here at Cedar Park High School.
This will be Coach Smith's fifth year teaching and coaching, and first year at CPHS. She strives to continue to strengthen the family and community that defines Cedar Park. This includes assisting our students and athletes to make an impact on the court and in the classroom, leaving a legacy behind for all to remember. As Cedar Park will always be home to Coach Smith, she has placed her roots here with her husband, Alex, and their three kids, Michael (3), Evelyn (2), and Oliver (almost 1).
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Mario Vazquez
Freshman Coach
I’m Mario Vazquez, a passionate and dedicated coach with four years of experience. I attended Texas State University, where I obtained a bachelor's in Exercise Sport Science with a minor in Spanish.
I previously served as the head cross country coach and assistant girls soccer coach at McNeil High School, where I spent those years helping student-athletes grow both on and off the field.
As a coach, I believe in four core values: Discipline, Accountability, Respect, and Effort. These principles guide everything I do, from training sessions to team culture, and I believe they’re essential for success, not just in sports, but in life.
I’m committed to developing not only skilled athletes, but strong individuals and teammates. I take pride in creating an environment where athletes are challenged, supported, and motivated to reach their full potential.
I am very blessed with this opportunity and look forward to seeing what we can accomplish this year. Go Wolves!
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