Illinois Wesleyan

Tyler Vrska joins the Illinois Wesleyan University men’s volleyball coaching staff as a graduate assistant prior to the 2026-27 season, announced by head coach Brandon Mueller.

Vrska brings collegiate playing experience, leadership qualities, and winning culture to the coaching staff following a decorated four-year career at Dominican University.
 
A four-year libero for the Stars from 2022-26, Vrska was a key contributor to two Northern Athletic Collegiate Conference Championship teams and two NCAA Division III tournament appearances. In 2025, Vrska earned NACC All-Tournament honors. Vrska established himself as a leader on and off the court being a two-time captain, four-time NACC Scholar-Athlete, and was named College Sports Communicators Academic All-District in 2026. Vrska also served as a member of Dominican’s Student Athlete Advisory Committee in 2026. 
 
Vrska is currently involved at the club level coaching at Illini Elite Volleyball Club, where he works with athletes on player development. 
 
A 2026 Dominican University graduate, Vrska obtained his Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Sports Management. He is currently pursuing a Master’s in Business Administration at Illinois State University.