Meet Our Family
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Brent Steele, Owner- Brent is originally from Oklahoma where he cheered at the University of Central Oklahoma. He graduated with a degree in Public Relations while simultaneously starting to grow his coaching and choreography career. His award winning choreography has won titles all over the United States and in Europe. Brent has spent time living and coaching in Norway and has a reputation for integrity and success.
Erin Ehlebract, CO/NM Territory Director - Erin is originally from the Chicago metro area. In 2007 she moved to Boulder, CO to attend the University of Colorado. She was a member of the all-girl cheerleading squad from 2007-2012. Erin graduated from CU with a degree in Integrative Physiology. As an athlete Erin has competed at the highest level including the Cheerleading World Championships and the NCA college national championship!
Erin is one of the most decorated coaches in the state of Colorado. Her coaching has won numerous national titles, some as prestigious as the NCA All Star Championship and the Summit National Championship.
Kallie Steele-Squillace, Billing Manager CO - Kallie comes to us from California! She has grown up in the cheerleading industry and brings passion for the sport and a kind heart to our company. She graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in Psychology and is known for her ability to light up a room with her vivacious personality.
Cindi Squillace, CO/NM Territory Director - Headshot and bio coming soon!
Jason Broddle, Site Director - Jason comes to us all the way from Oklahoma! He double majored at Oklahoma State University earning degrees in Public Relations and Sports Media. Jason has a vast background in power tumbling and has over 10 years coaching experience! Jason was a cheerleader for both Oklahoma State and Twist and Shout. He puts a major influence on technique and proper progression.
Vinny DeMarco, Coach - Vinny is originally from Long Island, New York but has been in Colorado for 2 years now. He attended Hofstra University where he attained his Masters Degree in Physical Education. Vinny is currently a P.E. Teacher at Peabody Elementary School in Littleton, Colorado. While attending Hofstra University he was on the Co-ed Cheerleading team. He went on to coach at Hofstra and was able to acquire 4 National championships between his athlete/coach years.
Vinny has a very profound resume and has coached teams of the highest level. He has 3 top five finishes at the World Cheerleading Championships as a coach. Vinny has a loud and loving New York personality that will light up the room!
Jordan Howard, Coach/Tumbling Director -
Holly Pickens, Coach - Holly is from all over the country, but she calls Colorado home. She has been a part of Steele Athletics since its inception and has grown from an athlete on the very first Steele team to now a coach! She is currently attending Colorado State University studying Business Administration. Holly is known for loving on the little kiddos and showing her passion for the sport by setting a great example for her athletes.
Raul Delgado, Coach - Headshot and bio coming soon!
Emmy Helm, Coach - Bio coming soon
Taylor Puentes, Coach - Taylor was a competitive cheerleader for 7 years before moving to the collegiate level. She cheered at Colorado State University for 3 years while studying Communications. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Communications Studies and minored in Business Administration. She is energetic and loves to help kids achieve their goals. She loves to share her passion for cheerleading while helping athletes discover theirs!
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Jason Figueroa, Coach - Headshot and bio coming soon!
Jennifer Curtis, Customer Service/Coach - Jennifer is from a small town, Belton, Missouri. If you blink your eyes you are through the town. She sees the good in everyone she meets and brings a loving energy to the gym. Jennifer is known for working with the younger athletes. She encourages children to believe they are capable of anything and wants them to be the best version of themselves.
Sarah LaCount, Site Director - Sarah is a Colorado native who grew up here in Fort Collins, CO and competed competitively for 8 years. Something you may not know about her is she competed in the Junior Olympics for Tae Kwon Do multiple times growing up. Sarah is known for her attention to detail and her spunky, youthful attitude with athletes of all ages.
Shannon Ropes-Mitchell, Billing Manager NM, Prep Director CO- Shannon is a Colorado native who has grown up around cheerleading. She has worked all over Colorado and has coached all levels of cheerleading. Shannon brings lots of experience to the table and is known for her consistency with her teams.
Vinny Wilson, Coach/Brand Ambassador CO/NM - Vinny holds two degrees in Musical Theatre performance and Theatre Studies with a minor in Dance from the University of Northern Colorado. Vinny cheered at his alma mater where he competed at NCA College Nationals! Vinny is known for his upbeat and positive attitude and his joy in making people laugh!
Gabe Lozano, Coach - Gabe is originally from Texas and currently attending the University of Colorado at the Boulder campus. Gabe is starting his 5th year as a member of the CU co-ed cheerleading team. As an athlete he has cheered at the highest levels including the Cheerleading World Championships and UCA College Nationals!
He has a very outgoing and fun loving personality. Gabe loves to share his passion for cheerleading with his athletes.
Ryan Stock, Coach - Ryan got his start in cheerleading by spending four years cheering at Oak Ridge high school in California. Ryan spent 13 years on UCA staff working with high schools and universities around the world. Ryan has competed at the highest level as an athlete even winning the UCA college national championships with Morehead State University. Ryan is known for his vast knowledge of stunting and for his fun loving personality.
Emma Bishop, Coach - Bio coming soon
Mallory Olson, Coach - Mallory is a Colorado native who grew up in a highly competitive gym for 7 years. She has won numerous national and state titles as an athlete and a coach. Mallory is known for her high energy, intensity, and passion for the sport.
Brooke Budnick, Coach - Brooke began her cheerleading career in 2009 and has been with it ever since! Brooke has cheered for both Loveland and Fossil Ridge High School winning State and National championships. Brooke is currently pursuing her EMT certification at Front Range. Other than cheerleading, Brooke loves chai and Tik Tok!
Lexi Johnson, Coach - Bio coming soon!
Kennedy Williams, Coach - Bio coming soon!
Colorado Springs
Kenney Gillus, Site Director-Colorado Springs - Kenney comes to us from Maryland! Kenney has coached and choreographed at some of the country’s most successful gyms. Currently, Kenney is coaching at the Denver and Northern Colorado gyms! His organized brain and ability to connect with every type of person allows him to be awesome in any situation. Kenney is known for his flashy choreography and great personality.
Whitney Williams, Coach - Whitney cheered for 18 years and is going on to her 5th year of coaching. She is excited to be a part of the Steele Athletics family! Whitney is a 2012 World Champion and assisted in coaching a Worlds team in her hometown, Buffalo, NY. Whitney values mental toughness and education. She has a degree in Psychology and is currently working to get her Master’s in School Counseling. Outside of competitive cheerleading she enjoys watching UFC fights and going to motocross races.
Tana Stevens, Coach - Tana is from Norman, Oklahoma where she cheered for the University of Oklahoma All-Girl cheer team from 2013-2017. Tana graduated OU with a degree in public relations and moved to Colorado Springs shortly after to pursue a career with Teach For America. She is also an accomplished athlete by winning 5x NCA National Championships and the 2011 Worlds Championship with Twist and Shout Obsession. Tana is thrilled and excited to bring her talent and knowledge to the Steele Family!
Christina Pearce, Coach -Headshot and Bio coming soon!
Stephanie Bushnell, Coach - Headshot and bio coming soon!
Destiny Dixion, Coach - Headshot and bio coming soon!
Demi Germanakos, Coach - Headshot and bio coming soon!
New Mexico
Chris Ethridge, Site Director - Chris is 24 years old and from Louisville, Kentucky.
He was formerly a 6 time member of the United States National Coed Cheerleading Team winning 4 ICU World Championships and one FISU Championship. His collegiate cheerleading career consisted of the University of Louisville, the University of Alabama, and now coaching at New Mexico State University. Additionally, he competed and won 2 World Championships in the IOC6 Division for Gymtyme Chrome! Chris is also a 7 year veteran for NCA Collegiate Staff. He is known for his great partner stunting skills and his attention to detail!
Diego Hernandez, Coach - Diego is originally from Hobbs, New Mexico where his cheerleading career started his sophomore year in high school. After high school he started studying at New Mexico State University. His major is Early Childhood Education and he even cheered at NMSU on the Large Coed Team! Diego is known for his kind personality and great cheerleading knowledge!
Brianna Lopez, Coach-NM - Bio coming soon!
Lyla Islas, Director of Schools and Universities - Lyla is 23 years old and from Tucson, Arizona. She trained as a level 10 gymnast for 13 years. Additionally, she is a former member of the United State National Coed Cheerleading Team and won 1 ICU World Championship. Lyla's collegiate cheerleading career consisted of 4 years at New Mexico State University where she is now a member of the coaching staff. She has won the large coed division at USA Nationals and also won partner stunt championships! Lyls is a 6 year combined veteran of NCA/UCA staff and is known for her small but mighty approach to cheerleading!
Mason Whitlock, Coach - Bio coming soon!