Our Teams

Mekala VanMeter serves as the Regional A Director and Coaching Director for Belleville Community Guard Programs. She also co-directs the fall Belleville High School Color Guard alongside Stephanie Lee and Sarah Moon.

As one of the organization's longest-serving coaches, Mekala plays an important role in supporting and developing our coaching staff. She helps ensure that our instructors have the guidance, resources, and support they need to provide a consistent, positive experience for every member.

Mekala has been part of the Tiger Elite family since the very beginning, both as a performing member and as a coach. Having grown alongside the organization, she brings a unique understanding of its history, traditions, and values to her leadership. Her performance background also includes Eastern Michigan University, Kennedy Marching Band Color Guard, and Kennedy Winter Guard, experiences that helped shape her appreciation for the dedication, teamwork, and friendships that come with the activity.

As a director, Mekala enjoys helping members recognize their potential, whether they're learning their first flag toss, developing new skills, or gaining the confidence to perform. She believes in creating an environment where members feel supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow at their own pace.

For Mekala, color guard has always been about more than what happens on the floor or field. It's about building confidence, developing lasting friendships, and creating experiences that members will carry with them long after their time with the program.