Camp Staff
Roger Peluso, Head Men's Volleyball Coach
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Queens University of Charlotte has announced the hiring of Roger Peluso as the new head coach of the Royals' men's volleyball program in October of 2025.
"We are thrilled to welcome such a high-caliber coach to Queens to lead our men's volleyball program," Queens Director of Athletics Cherie Swarthout stated. "Roger has a proven track record for developing high-performing athletes, and we are all looking forward to cheering the Royals on as he takes the program to new heights in this new era."
Peluso joins Queens after serving as head assistant coach at George Mason University, where he helped guide the Patriots to an 11-0 undefeated home record, an EIVA runner-up finish, and a final national ranking of No. 16 in 2024. During his tenure, eight Patriots received NCAA or AVCA honors, including All-America selections, while four signed professional contracts to compete internationally.
Prior to his time at George Mason, Peluso made history at Webber International University, leading the Warriors to their first-ever AAC Conference Championship and NAIA National Tournament appearance in 2023. His players collected multiple conference honors, including MVP, Freshman of the Year, and Champions of Character recognition.
Peluso's impact extends beyond the collegiate level. On the club circuit, he has been named AVCA Boys' National Coach of the Year and consistently produced championship teams while maintaining a 100-percent college placement rate for his athletes. His teams have captured multiple national titles and earned recognition as one of Florida's premier programs.
At the high school level, Peluso has coached both boys' and girls' programs to state championships, earning numerous Coach of the Year honors from the AVCA, Miami Herald, and Florida Dairy Farmers Association. He has also been a member of the USA Volleyball National Team Development Program coaching staff since 1998, contributing to the growth of numerous athletes at the national and international levels.
Peluso expressed his enthusiasm for this next chapter with the Royals. "Excited is an understatement to join the Royals family and lead the men's volleyball program into a new era of passion, purpose, and performance," Peluso said. "I'm grateful for the opportunity, proud to wear this crown, and fired up to build something special with this group of student-athletes."
Peluso attended Long Island University for undergraduate school, earning a bachelor's degree in secondary education. He also holds a master's degree in physical education from Hofstra University.
Harris Boyes, Assistant Men's Volleyball Coach
Harris Boyes joined the Queens men’s volleyball coaching staff in 2025 as the program’s assistant coach, bringing with him a diverse background across NCAA Division I and III volleyball, along with extensive experience at the youth and club levels. Known for his holistic approach to athlete development and program building, Boyes has cultivated success everywhere he has coached — producing All-Americans, guiding nationally recognized teams, and establishing cultures rooted in trust, accountability, and growth.
Before arriving in Charlotte, Boyes served as the head men’s volleyball coach at Thomas More University, where he directed all aspects of the program, including recruiting, practice design, budget operations, and fundraising initiatives. His leadership helped elevate the program’s competitive profile while prioritizing student-athlete well-being and academic success.
Prior to Thomas More, Boyes guided both the men’s and women’s volleyball programs at the University of Mount Saint Vincent. During his tenure, he oversaw recruiting efforts, operational management, alumni relations, and program culture development, ensuring both teams were positioned for sustainable progress.
Boyes’ collegiate coaching background also includes two seasons at Fairleigh Dickinson University, where he served as assistant men’s volleyball coach during the program’s early years at the Division I level. There, he contributed to scouting, match preparation, academic oversight, and day-to-day operations, helping establish foundational systems for long-term success.
Across his career, Boyes has coached athletes to six NCAA Division III All-American honors, one Division I All-American honor, a CVC Player of the Year recognition, and two CVC Setter of the Year awards. His résumé also includes postseason achievements such as conference championships, NCAA Tournament appearances, and top-ten national rankings at the high school level. In the club and youth circuit, he has led regional all-star teams and guided squads to podium finishes, including a third-place national result with the GEVA U15 boys team.
Boyes’ additional coaching stops include Villanova University, Kean University, Gwynedd Mercy University, CJVA, and Archbishop Wood High School, where he oversaw the launch of a new boys’ volleyball program that quickly became one of the top-ranked high school teams in Pennsylvania.
A native of Pennsylvania, Boyes earned his bachelor’s degree from Southern New Hampshire University with a leadership emphasis in sport management. He is a member of the AVCA and USA Volleyball.
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