Gabriela N. Domínguez Maldonado
Assistant Volleyball Coach
Gabriela N. Domínguez Maldonado begins her first season as an assistant volleyball coach at Bethel University, bringing a strong playing background, a passion for the sport and a commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the court.
A native of Morovis, Puerto Rico, Domínguez Maldonado graduated from Colegio de la Inmaculada Concepción in Manatí, Puerto Rico. She began playing volleyball at the age of five and competed extensively throughout Puerto Rico and the United States as a member of various club programs.
Domínguez Maldonado began her collegiate career at Allen Community College, competing during the 2021–22 and 2022–23 seasons. During her time at Allen, she was twice named Female Athlete of the Month, earned Honorable Mention All-Conference recognition and recorded the 500th kill of her collegiate career.
She transferred to Bethel University, where she competed for the Wildcats during the 2023–24 and 2024–25 seasons. During her Bethel career, Domínguez Maldonado earned Second Team All-Conference honors and reached the 1,000-career-kill milestone.
She graduated from Bethel in May 2026 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Domínguez Maldonado credits her parents with playing an instrumental role in her development as both an athlete and a person. Their sacrifices and support allowed her to pursue volleyball at a high level from an early age. Her father, a longtime volleyball coach, helped inspire her passion for coaching, while her mother provided unwavering support throughout her playing career, accompanying her to countless practices, training sessions and tournaments.
Now transitioning from student-athlete to coach, Domínguez Maldonado is excited to give back to the Bethel volleyball program and help guide the next generation of Wildcats.
Her coaching philosophy centers on creating a positive and competitive environment in which student-athletes can reach their potential. She is committed to helping Bethel's players develop their volleyball skills while also encouraging personal growth, confidence, discipline and success away from the court.
