China Spring ISD Girls Athletics

Head Coaching Staff

Alissa Bushnell

Entering my second year of coaching, I’m passionate about helping athletes grow both on and off the field. As a former Division I and professional softball player, I’ve experienced the game at the highest levels and understand the dedication, resilience and teamwork it takes to succeed.

My mission goes beyond developing strong softball players. I believe athletics are one of the greatest opportunities to build confidence, character, accountability and leadership that last far beyond the final inning. I strive to create an environment where athletes are challenged, supported and inspired to become the best version of themselves — not just as competitors, but as people.

I’m excited to continue sharing my love for the game while helping the next generation develop the skills, mindset and values that will serve them both on the field and throughout life.

Leslie Coltrain

Leslie Coltrain is entering her 26th year in education and second at the helm of China Spring Volleyball. Throughout her career, she has been passionate about building programs that value excellence, character and meaningful relationships while helping student-athletes reach their full potential both on and off the court.

Leslie and her husband, Khalil, are proud parents of two children. Their daughter, Emma, is a Baylor University graduate, and their son, Camden, attends the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Coach Coltrain is honored to lead the China Spring Volleyball program and remains committed to building upon the tradition of Cougar Volleyball while pursuing sustained excellence and competing for championships each season.

Avery Fulton

Avery Fulton is entering his seventh year as an educator and coach and fifth year as the head tennis coach. Coach Fulton teaches high school social studies and serves as the head tennis coach for fall and spring tennis for both the high school and middle school campuses.

Coach Fulton was named both the 2024 and 2025 4A Region 3 Coach of the Year. The program has had much success in recent years, including an appearance in the state semifinals in team tennis in 2024, as well as sending 12 players to the spring state tournament in the last three years, including a spring 2024 bronze medalist in mixed doubles.

Avery is married to his wife, Taylar, and their daughter, Laura Jane, is a prekindergarten student at China Spring Primary School. They also have a future Cougar, a 2-year-old boy named Foster. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, attending Wellspring Church and cheering on the Texas Tech Red Raiders and the Indianapolis Colts.

Cody Harvey

Coach Cody Harvey is entering his 13th year with China Spring ISD and currently serves as the middle school coordinator. He is a graduate of Magnolia High School and continued his athletic career at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB), where he was a two-year football letterman and also competed in basketball. After graduation, Coach Harvey returned to UMHB as a graduate assistant football coach before completing a sports performance internship at Stanford University.

Prior to his current role, Coach Harvey served as the speed and strength coordinator for China Spring High School while also coaching varsity football. During that time, he was part of two UIL State Football Championships, two regional final appearances and one state semifinal appearance.

Coach Harvey holds a master's degree in exercise and sport science and is a National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA) Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach. He is passionate about developing student-athletes both on and off the field and believes athletics provide an opportunity to build character, leadership and lifelong habits that extend far beyond the game.

Coach Harvey and his wife, Meghan, have been married for 13 years and are the proud parents of two children, Cade (10) and Landri (6). Outside of school, he enjoys spending time with his family, being on the lake and cheering on his kids as they compete in sports and other activities.

At the heart of Coach Harvey's coaching philosophy is a simple mission: Build Better People Who Make Better Teams.

Valerie Smith

VValerie Smith is entering her seventh year as a head coach and her fifth season at China Spring ISD. Honored as District Coach of the Year in 2014, Smith's coaching reflects a commitment to excellence and a positive impact on her athletes.

Valerie's journey in sports began at Carlsbad High School in Carlsbad, New Mexico, where she first showcased her soccer talents. She continued to refine her skills at the University of the Southwest (USW), where she attended and played soccer, laying the foundation for her future coaching career.

Smith is married to her husband, Jeff, and they have two children. Their daughter, Raelynn, and son, Peyton, are both graduates of China Spring.

Assistant Coaching Staff

Brad Kennedy

Brad Kennedy will be entering his sixth year at China Spring ISD and brings over 12 years of coaching experience to China Spring athletics. He has coached multiple sports at China Spring including softball, volleyball, football, baseball, basketball, and track while serving the past two years as head softball coach.

Kennedy graduated from Naaman Forest High School in Garland, TX, and is a proud alumnus of Stephen F. Austin State University and Tarleton State University. He has built a distinguished career marked by numerous accolades, highlighted by achievements such as:

2016 State Champion as an assistant softball coach at West High School
2017 State Champion as a head softball coach at Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic High School
2017 Super Centex Coach of the Year in 2017.

Kennedy is married to his wife, Angela, and they have two children. Their son Jack will be entering his freshman year at China Spring High School, and their daughter Claire will be entering first grade at China Spring Primary School.

April Leatham

April Leatham is excited for the changes her 6th year at China Spring ISD brings. A four-sport athlete from Colorado, she attained a coaching minor and certification in college. After spending the last several years cheering on the Cougars and her children from the stands, April is excited to get back on the sidelines. She will be joining the coaching staff for volleyball and girls’ basketball. April is married to Jeremy Leatham and together they enjoy traveling, reading, and the chaos and adventures that their five amazing children start. Tal will start college at UT in Austin this fall, while Tennyson, London, Emerson, and Rosalyn will continue their education as Cougars here in their hometown.

Lexi Moody

Lexi Moody is entering her first year of teaching. She is a graduate of East Texas Baptist University, where she was an All-American for their volleyball team, and Crawford High School, where she was a part of three state championship teams (one in volleyball and two in softball). She is passionate about bringing joy into the games we all love. This year, she will be teaching at the high school while also serving as an assistant volleyball and assistant softball coach.

She is engaged to Coach Kasowski, who will be coaching football and track here at China Spring. They are both very excited for their first year as Cougars.

Corbin Parnell

Born and raised in the Waco area, Coach Parnell graduated from Texas Tech University and is excited to begin her first year teaching 7th and 8th grade science. She is passionate about creating a hands-on, engaging classroom where students can explore scientific concepts and develop critical thinking skills. In addition to teaching, Coach Parnell coaches volleyball and track, supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, sports, and baking.

Jennifer Atkinson Wyble

Jennifer Atkinson Wyble is starting her 21st year overall and her fourth year at China Spring as the assistant tennis coach. She teaches reading intervention and Reading Language Arts at China Spring Middle School. Wyble has 16 years of experience in tennis, both competing and coaching.

Wyble began teaching and coaching tennis in her hometown of Marble Falls, Tx, where she played varsity as a freshman and was on the varsity tennis team from 1986-1990. When she graduated she was ranked 5th in Tx, USTA Championship G18 Singles and earned a tennis scholarship to University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB). At UMHB, Wyble competed in the NAIA National Championships 1992, 1993, and 1994. She was All-Conference First Team & named All-American in 1992 achieving a National Ranking of 10th in NAIA Women’s Doubles. Her UMHB tennis team was ranked 21 in the nation.

Wyble is married to her husband, Dale, and they have three sons: Jayson, Will, and Colin, all graduates of Midway ISD.

Athletic Training

Cody Corntassel

Cody Corntassel is the athletic trainer for China Spring ISD, bringing more than a decade of experience in sports medicine and student-athlete care. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in athletic training from Oklahoma State University and a Master of Science in Education in exercise physiology from Baylor University. Corntassel is both a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) and a Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT), credentials he has maintained for 13 years. Now in his 12th year with China Spring, he is dedicated to keeping athletes safe, healthy and ready to perform at their best.

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