At Rock Solid, we believe that the quality of its staff is ultimately what makes or breaks an exceptional experience for our campers and after school participants; therefore, we employ only the BEST, MOST QUALIFIED staff members to impact the life of your child.All of our staff members are thoroughly screened, back ground checked and are trained to meet the needs of your child(ren) in our 6 to 1 camper to counselor ratio. 20% of our camp staff are older high school students (junior and seniors in high school), 60% of our staff are college students and collegiate athletes and the remaining 20% of our staff is made of up of post graduate adults. At Rock Solid, we run a 90% retention rate on our staff which gives us consistency year after year, while also creating an extremely safe environment for your child(ren).
Meet The Staff
Shelley McMillian, CEO
Shelley is the founder and CEO of Rock Solid Sports, Camps, Team-Building and Athletic Club.Shelley attended college at Centenary College in Shreveport, LA earning a B.S. in Exercise Science in 1993 where she also captained the inaugural women’s soccer program earning her Centenary’s NCAA “Female Athlete of the Year” Award. She has 17 years experience as a camp director and 18 years experience as a Collegiate, High School and Youth Coach. Shelley knows much about the world of teams, not only as a collegiate player but also as a successful high school and collegiate soccer coach and holds the title of Louisiana’s “All-Time Winningest High School Soccer Coach” with well over 500 wins. She has earned 22 All-District “Coach of the Year” awards, 6 All-City “Coach of the Year” Awards and was the 1996 Boys All-State “Coach of the Year” and the 2010 Girls All-State “Coach of the Year.“ Shelley holds an NSCAA Premier Coaching License and is a Certified CPR, First Aid and Ropes Course Instructor.
Shelley has been in the speaking and team-building arena for the past 11 years, motivational speaking on various topics, leading corporations, sports teams and youth events all over the country. Shelley is also a published author and serves on various community forums and committees. Her 2009-2010 highlights include: Shreveport Times 40 Under 40 Young Professional of the Year Honoree, March of Dimes Top 10 Business “Spotlight on Success” Honoree, Keynote speaker – Remington College Inaugural Graduation (2,000 People), Opened Rock Solid’s second location in Bolivar, MO, 2010 LA Soccer All-State Coach of the Year, Inducted into Calvary Academy Athletic Hall of Fame, Appointed Management Group for all Shreveport City Pools, and Expanded Speaking and Team Building.
It would be difficult to come up with my favorite quote, as there are so many, but right now it would have to be by Dr. Carl Menninger, “Fears are educated into us, and can, if we wish, be educated out.” I am passionate about Rock Solid because I love impacting lives, both those of the campers and of our staff.
Staff Director—Shreveport, Jamie Gilley
Jamie is from Shreveport, LA and is completing his collegiate experience at Louisiana Tech University where he is a starting pitcher for the Tech Bulldogs, majoring in Sociology. Jamie is in his 2nd year of management at Rock Solid, serving his first year as the Manager of the Airport Park pool and has since been named as the Rock Solid Staff Director. Jamie claims Sam Walker to be the person who has impacted his life the most because of his love for people and the Lord.Jamie’s favorite quote is, “Practice doesn’t make perfect, Perfect practice makes perfect.” Jamie loves working at Rock Solid because, “I know nobody is perfect and we all have our flaws and after everyone tried to bring us down, we became stronger.”
Sports Director—Shreveport, Ben Barcelona
Ben is from Bossier City, LA and is completing his collegiate experience at Centenary College where he is majoring in Math and also is a Soccer player for the Gents. Ben is entering his 4th summer with Rock Solid and will be completing his 1st summer as our Sports Director. Ben knows much about the life of sports as he has enjoyed a great soccer career, owning the most goals in a career (99) record for Parkway High School and was a 2-time All State First Team selection, 3-time All District First Team selection, 2-time All-District MVP and 3-time All-City First Team selection. Ben credits his parents (Mark and Debbie) for impacting his life the most as they have shown him how to lead a Christ-like life, as well as how to be successful at everything he does. “They have shown me how to be a man of God and have been the best role models I could ever ask for.” Ben’s favorite quote is by Michael Jordan, “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” Ben loves this as he believes it explains no matter how many times you get something wrong, if you work hard and continue to have the strength and courage to try again, you will succeed! Ben loves working at Rock Solid because “I enjoy trying to make a positive impact on children’s lives. There are so many children that come to Rock Solid through a Summer, and I consider it a privilege to be able to try and make an impact on their life, so they will always remember how great of a camp Rock Solid actually is. This will be my 4th year working at Rock Solid, and I look for it to be the best yet!!”
Asst Sports Director—Shreveport, Jeff Bordelon
Aquatics Director—Shreveport, Terrence Jefferson
Terrence Jefferson is from Dallas, TX and completed his degree at Midwestern State University where he was also a star football player. Terrence serves as a Full time Director of Recreation for the Shreveport Job Corps and is also in his 2nd year as the General Manager of Aquatics forRock Solid. Terrence has extensive experience as a professional football player, while also being extremely qualified as an Aquatics Instructor. Terrence leads Senior Water Aerobics at the YMCA and loves the opportunity to impact lives through both water safety and water fitness. Terrence credits his Mom as the person who has most impacted his life. His favorite quote is, “Everything happens for a reason.” He loves working for Rock Solid because he loves the people and the opportunity to impact those people in which he desires to serve. 2011 is an exciting year for Terrence, as he and his wife will welcome their first child into the world this fall.
Administrator—Shreveport, Katie Roach
Katie Roach is from Shreveport, LA. She is beginning her 3rd year with Rock Solid and has served this year as an incredible Administrator and organizer to the program. Katie is a fan favorite amongst campers and counselors alike as she is the person responsible for the “Princess pageant.” Katie credits Will Mathews (as he was an awesome servant in the camp world that God called home August 15, 2010. Will left a legacy that has not only impact me, but a community) and Shelley McMillian because no one has pushed me harder than she has. Katie’s favorite quote is by Taylor Swift, “To me, FEARLESS is not the absence of fear. It’s not being completely unafraid. To me, FEARLESS is having fears. FEARLESS is having doubts. Lots of them. To me, FEARLESS is living in spite of those things that scare you to death.” Katie loves working at Rock Solid for many reasons but “pageant week” is her favorite as she feels there is nothing like seeing a little girl who is shy and quiet walk across a stage in a beautiful dress, and in that moment, know she is beautiful and loved.
Additional Leadership Staff
Amie Burnham (Sports Performance Consultant)
Leighton Falcon(McNeese State University)
Suzanne Campbell (Mississippi College Softball Player)
Grady Flournoy (Centenary College Baseball Player)
Holly Long (Bossier Parish Community College)
Kelsey Bazzell (Louisiana Tech University)
Jake Goodwin (Louisiana Tech University)
Ashley Steelhammer (Louisiana State University-Shreveport)
Lauren Vizza (Louisiana Tech University-Ms Louisiana Runner-Up)
Rachel Knight (Louisiana State University-Shreveport Soccer Player)
Ashley Pope (Louisiana State University-Shreveport Soccer Player)
Greg Shyne (Louisiana StateUniversity-Shreveport Basketball Player)
Tamara Mayer (Centenary College)
Matthew Phiffer (Co-Manager-Airport Pool)
Tyler Farris (Co-Manager-Airport Pool)
Fred Broadway (Manager-Querbes Pool)
Lakisha Cason (Asst Manager-Querbes Pool)
Jordan Legg (Louisiana College)
Join Our Staff
Positions are available for experienced, responsible and enthusiastic young leaders who would be interested in devoting their summer to working with children in a positive, outdoor environment. We are looking for outstanding role models who want to inspire youth and create memories that will last a lifetime.
CPR and First Aid certification is mandatory. (We will certify you during staff training if you are not certified!)
Skills such as lifeguarding, music, guitar, rock climbing, arts & crafts, lacrosse, soccer,tennis, golf, cheerleading, basketball, baseball and ropes experience are particularly desirable.
At Rock Solid, we have a camper/staff ratio of approximately 6:1
