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Senator Spotlight: Jordan Willis, Women's Volleyball

Davis & Elkins athletics has unveiled its Senator Spotlight series to highlight members of the department throughout the semester. Check back to SenatorNation.com each Monday and Friday for the latest Spotlight. 

Name: Jordan Willis

Title: Head Women's Volleyball Coach

Hometown: Fresno, Calif.

Where did you work prior to arriving at D&E? Otero Junior College

What is your why? My Why is my family. They have loved and supported me unconditionally throughout my life and not letting them down. But, in the same breath, my why is also my players past and present to be a role model for them and teach life lessons through the sport of volleyball. 

What is your most memorable moment (at any level) in athletics? My Most memorable moment to date in athletics is winning the REGION IX title with Otero JC and hoisting the trophy.

One place you'd like to visit for a vacation? Palawan in the Philippines- my mom has told me its one of the most beautiful places on earth.

Favorite part about your job? Anything and everything having to do with coaching the players.

What do you like to do outside of work? Play beach volleyball, watch any sports competition, watch movies, listen to music, collect sports cards and memorabilia.

What's your walk-up song? I’d have a heavy rotation: Metallica “Wherever I May Roam”; P.O.D “Here Comes the Boom”; AC/DC “Shoot to Thrill”

What's your favorite TV show or show you're currently binge-watching? The Walking Dead is my favorite show. 

What would you be doing if you didn't work in athletics? Teaching history at the high school level.

If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why? Healing or the ability to heal myself and others. Its one of the few powers that can serve others and yourself at the same time directly.

Favorite music genre? The Golden Oldies of the 50s and 60s

If/when they make a D&E Athletics full-length, feature film, what celebrity should be cast as you and why? “The Rock” Dwayne Johnson…. Many have told me there is a resemblance, so I’ll take it! However, I want to see his volleyball skills.