Colorado Vortex Volleyball Staff

Jamie Bowden’s volleyball journey began at the age of 10, playing competitively through her high school years. As a player, she experienced great success with her teams, building a strong foundation of skills, resilience, and teamwork. After stepping away from the sport for a time, Jamie rediscovered her passion for volleyball through coaching in 2021.

Since then, she has coached at both the competitive club level and high school varsity level, bringing a well-rounded perspective to player development. Jamie believes that volleyball is more than just a game — it’s a powerful platform for teaching life skills such as discipline, communication, leadership, and perseverance. She is passionate about helping athletes grow not only on the court, but also into confident, well-rounded individuals.

When she’s not coaching, Jamie enjoys spending quality time with her husband and daughter, embracing the same values of teamwork and commitment she brings to her teams.

Now in his second year of coaching volleyball, Jesse Bowden brings a dynamic, well-rounded athletic background and a deep understanding of strength and performance training to the team. With a foundation rooted in competitive sports, including baseball, basketball, swimming, and football. Jesse offers a unique perspective on athleticism, teamwork, and discipline.

Beyond the court, Jesse has extensive expertise in strength training and plyometrics, which he integrates into player development to help athletes improve power, agility, and injury prevention. His training philosophy emphasizes building explosive movement, endurance, and mental toughness, critical components for high-performance volleyball.

Jesse is passionate about helping athletes grow both physically and mentally, and he brings energy, structure, and motivation to every practice and game.

Hallie Stille is a dedicated athlete and young coach originally hailing from Colorado Springs, Colorado. From an early age, she immersed herself in the world of competitive volleyball, where she honed her skills and developed a profound love for the sport. Her athletic journey continued at Niagara University in Lewiston, New York, where she further developed her skills, both on and off the court, on the collegiate volleyball team. Hallie’s passion for the game and desire for a more fitting environment led her to transfer to Central College in Pella, Iowa, where she continued to excel on the court.

After hanging up her collegiate volleyball shoes, she remained deeply connected to the sport, actively participating in competitive adult leagues. This ongoing engagement with volleyball reflects her enduring love for the game that she brings to the sidelines as a coach. 

Hallie strives to be a well-rounded volleyball coach and believes that the sport transcends the court and teaches invaluable life skills. Drawing from her own experiences, she focuses on mentoring her players and setting a positive example. Hallie's favorite aspect of coaching is the personal growth she encounters while prioritizing her team's development. With a strong desire to improve and lead, she is excited to see what the next season of coaching will bring!

Coach Shalla brings a dynamic presence and deep understanding of defensive strategy to the volleyball court, specializing in the development of liberos and defensive specialists. With over 3 years of coaching and 10 years of playing experience, she is known for cultivating relentless defensive play, mental toughness, and quick decision-making in athletes.

Coach has coached for Colorado Wild Volleyball Club and Weld Central High School, helping teams consistently improve their serve-receive, court coverage, and transition defense.

Off the court, Coach Shalla is dedicated to athlete development, focusing on leadership, communication, and resilience. 

Coach Shalla is driven by a passion for the game and a commitment to helping athletes unlock their full potential through discipline, effort, and a love for defense.