The athlete: Jordan arrives at VUSC as a freshman from Palm Desert, California?played volleyball at Palm Desert High School for Coach Scott McGihon?was named all-conference as a senior at PDHS?led her team to the league title as a senior, after back-to-back seasons finishing runner-up?was a scholar-athlete as she carried a 3.7 GPA throughout high school?has played volleyball for eight years, including two seasons for 951 Elite Volleyball Club?gives the Lions more options defensively?quick learner who could adapt well to the faster-paced college game?has worked hard to contribute to the Vanguard program.
The person: Jordan was born to parents Steve and Susi Brackett in Garden Grove, California, on April 18, 1991?has one younger sister?plans to major in Liberal Studies at VU?loves to eat at CPK, or any Italian food?enjoys watching "Talladega Nights" and "The Notebook", as well as "Gossip Girl" on television?favorite color is turquoise and number is three?roots for the Los Angeles Angels and Mike Napoli?favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 16:3?hobbies include beach volleyball, surfing, and shopping?believes determination and drive are the most important characteristics a person can possess?most respects her mom because she has gone through so much?life has taught her to laugh at yourself, take everything in, and not to care what people say?volleyball has taught her to not give up and to keep her head high?career goal is to become a first-grade teacher or wedding planner.
Her thoughts: I selected Vanguard because I love Newport, the people, and the coaches.
Coach Cothran's Comments: "Jordan has such a great spirit about her. She has a very powerful jump serve and will be competing for a libero spot this season."
