Sue is an experienced and dedicated volleyball coach with a strong track record across club, provincial, and post-secondary levels. She spent eight years running a volleyball club in Maple Ridge and has served as head coach for the Ducks Volleyball Club. In addition, she has coached with both 604 Volleyball Club and BCO, contributing to athlete development across the Lower Mainland.

Beyond club volleyball, Sue has played a key role in Team BC programs. She has led the Ignite program, coached multiple medal-winning teams at the BC Summer Games (indoor and beach), and served as an assistant coach for Team BC’s U16 team.

Over the past three years, Sue has coached at Capilano University and was appointed head coach of the women’s volleyball team in January. She has also been running and coaching the REP North Vancouver program for the past four years. With two of her three children having played post-secondary volleyball in both the U.S. and Canada, Sue brings a deep understanding of the student-athlete experience. She continues to grow in her coaching journey and is currently working towards completing her Level 3 coaching certification.

In 2025-26 Sue was named both CCAA Coach of the Year and PACWEST Coach of the Year with the Capilano Blues. Sue also played two seasons for Capilano herself, from 1988 to 1990.

We are SO excited to have Sue back for her second year as our Powerwest Club Technical Director!! Sue is in charge of athlete development, coach mentorship and more!

Ben Ta is a former varsity volleyball athlete at Capilano University and the University of British Columbia. Ben has been previously involved in coaching beach and indoor volleyball for youth, adults, and high performance athletes for many years. His experiences include assisting the senior women’s national team in 2017 alongside SFU head coach Gina Schmidt, assistant coaching for Team B.C. in 2018, working at the VCCE Academy in North Vancouver, and coaching various clubs and camps for Volleyball BC and other organizations prior to completing his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from UBC in 2022. Ben has been an assistant coach with the SFU women’s varsity team for 8 years and has also spent time coaching with Capilano University’s Men’s and Women’s volleyball programs. 

Dr. Ben is currently a practicing dentist and is an owner at an office in Port Coquitlam called Elemental Dental. Ben has a passion for the development of youth volleyball in BC and comes to Powerwest for the second year as our Lead Development Coordinator, helping coach and mentor our athletes and coaches! Welcome Back To Powerwest Ben!!

Nnya recently graduated from Capilano University, where she played five seasons as an outside hitter for the Blues women’s volleyball team while studying Sciences. She was a PACWEST First Team All-Star three seasons in a row, and was named Blues Team MVP and a CCAA Academic All-Canadian in 2023-24. Nnya has been a key developmental coach on the North Shore over the past few years, coaching for the North Vancouver Academy and various Powerwest teams from 13 to 18u. Nnya comes to the North Shore from Nanaimo, BC where she was an all-star player at Dover Bay High School.

Maya is returning to Powerwest again for her 3rd season as a head coach! Maya was born in North Vancouver, BC attending Sutherland Secondary School. Maya played for various clubs throughout the Lower Mainland.

Maya has completed her 5th year at CAPU as an outside hitter, obtaining her degree in communications. She is a well-seasoned development coach, now residing in North Vancouver continuing to pursue her passions for volleyball and youth development by coaching for the North Vancouver Academy, & Powerwest!

Austyn Soolsma has been coaching volleyball for over 14 years in the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland, building on a lifelong passion for the sport. She has worked with athletes of all ages, from grassroots development programs to provincial-level competition with Team BC initiatives such as the Summer Games and BC Cup.

Most recently, Austyn coached an 18U team to a 4th place finish at the BC Provincial Championships. She is currently a coach with REP North Vancouver and has served as an Assistant Coach at Capilano University since 2024.

Austyn is committed to creating opportunities for athletes to grow, succeed, and reach their potential. She is proud to be part of a club that prioritizes athletes and their development above all else.

Bio coming soon. Welcome to Powerwest!

Aimee attended Sutherland Secondary School in North Vancouver and spent 4 years playing for BCO Volleyball Club from 2015-2019.

After high school Aimee played five seasons for the Capilano University Blues women’s volleyball team, winning three PACWEST medals, and graduated with a degree in Kinesiology. She was also named a Blues Scholar Athlete of Distinction.

Aimee has previously coached for Seaside Volleyball Club and West Vancouver Academy at the u14 and u17 levels. We are grateful Aimee is now returning to Powerwest for her 4th consecutive year!

Annika grew up in Delta, BC, attending Seaquam Secondary and playing club volleyball with Seaside. Annika was a late bloomer to volleyball, helping her understand what it takes to succeed at the highest level in both university and club ball. She recently graduated from Capilano University after five seasons as a hitter with the Blues women’s volleyball team while studying Biology. Annika was a PACWEST Second Team All-Star and won three Conference medals, two of them silver.

Annika has more than 5 years of club coaching experience, and we can’t wait to have her back to be a part of the Powerwest team for her 4th consecutive year!

Bio coming soon. Welcome to Powerwest!

Natalie Rourke comes to Vancouver from Beaverlodge, Alberta where she played club at DCVC, Dawson Creek. Natalie is now in her fifth year as a middle blocker with the Capilano University Blues, where she is enrolled in Interdisciplinary Studies. In 2025-26 she was named PACWEST Top Middle Blocker, the first Blues player ever to win that award, as well as a PACWEST Second Team All-Star and PACWEST Athlete of the Week. She has also earned PACWEST Academic Excellence Awards.

We are so excited to have Natalie back at Powerwest for her 4th consecutive season! Natalie has proven herself as a tremendously valuable development coach for Powerwest in both beach and indoor programs. She and Taygen will team up again this season!

Taygen MacGregor grew up in Langley, BC and is a valued CAPU Volleyball alum where she played 4 years as a Middle Blocker, while pursuing her degree in Sciences.

Taygen comes to Powerwest for her 3rd year in a row to Co-Coach with Natalie Rourke!

Taygen is passionate about making strong connections with athletes in the community while being a positive role model and supporter throughout their time as an athlete. Welcome back Taygen!!

Sophia comes to us from Toronto, Ontario where she played for the well-known Leaside Volleyball and Titans Volleyball club. Sophia now studies Economics and International Relations at UBC, while continuing to pursue her passions for volleyball helping mentor and coach developing athletes. Sophia is a certified development coach and will join Powerwest again for her 4th season!

Media is an experienced volleyball player and coach who has coached with Powerwest in past seasons. She’s studying for a Bachelor of Science with a focus on neuroscience and healthcare, and has also coached swimming. She speaks English, French and Farsi, and we’re excited to welcome her back to Powerwest!

Mike is a Trained Advanced Development Coach, and has a long history of playing competitive sports, including volleyball, ultimate, football, and soccer.   Mike combines passion for coaching volleyball with strong analytical skills to help Powerwest teams achieve their best performances. 
Mike re-started Powerwest in 2019 to fill the huge gap in demand for volleyball on the North Shore building the club from 1 team to 12 teams in the up-coming season. Mike remains involved with the club as club president and coach!

Brayden is from Vancouver and played his high school volleyball at Vancouver College. He was recruited to the Capilano University men’s volleyball program as a setter and libero. Welcome to Powerwest, Brayden!

Colby grew up in North Vancouver, attending Argyle Secondary and playing club volleyball with Air Attack. He played three seasons as an outside hitter for the Vancouver Island University Mariners, earning PACWEST Athlete of the Week honours, before moving on to York University. Colby will work with our 16U, 17U and 18U Blue teams this season.

Quinn is from Langley, BC, where she attended R.E. Mountain Secondary. She is in her second year as a middle blocker with the Capilano University Blues women’s volleyball team, studying Kinesiology. Welcome to Powerwest, Quinn!

Bio coming soon. Welcome to Powerwest!

Bio coming soon. Welcome to Powerwest!

Ana is from Edmonton, Alberta, where she attended Strathcona High School. She is in her first year as an outside hitter with the Capilano University Blues women’s volleyball team, studying Science. Welcome to Powerwest, Ana!

Jennie comes to the North Shore from Vernon, BC, where she played at W.L. Seaton Secondary. She is in her second year as an opposite and outside hitter with the Capilano University Blues women’s volleyball team, studying Psychology. Welcome to Powerwest, Jennie!

Abby is from Kimberley, BC, where she attended Selkirk Secondary. She is now in her fifth year as an outside hitter with the Capilano University Blues women’s volleyball team, studying Kinesiology. She joined Capilano from the College of the Rockies. In 2025-26 Abby was named CCAA Player of the Year and a CCAA All-Canadian, as well as PACWEST Player of the Year, Top Outside Hitter and First Team All-Star. Welcome to Powerwest, Abby!

Maggie is from Prince George, BC, where she attended Duchess Park Secondary. She is in her second year as a setter with the Capilano University Blues women’s volleyball team, studying Science. Welcome to Powerwest, Maggie!

Alix is from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, where she attended St. Joseph High School. After starting her university volleyball career at Humber College, she is now in her fourth year as a setter with the Capilano University Blues women’s volleyball team, studying Science. Welcome to Powerwest, Alix!

Bio coming soon. Welcome to Powerwest!