Grace Holstrom | Sports Recruits

About Me

Someone that inspires me so much is my high school volleyball coach, Christie Oldright. She has taught me how to believe in myself, push myself beyond my limits, and how to compete. She is strong, passionate, and loves the game, and she has taught me so many valuable lessons that I can implement in my future as a student athlete and for that I am forever grateful.  Something about me that many people don’t know is my love for ceramics. I love art as a whole, but this is my favorite medium to work with. I love being creative and working hands-on!

I can see myself beginning to pursue my dream career in graphic design. I am hoping to build connections throughout college and build a network for future internship/job opportunities that may arise.  I would like to thank my family for sacrificing so much for me to be able to play the sport that I love. They have worked so hard and I wouldn’t be where I am today without them. I would also like to thank all of my high school and club coaches for always believing in me and always pushing me to be the best version of myself I can be. I have had such positive change in my life because of these people and I can thank them for the person I am today.

• High School: Olympia
• Hometown: Olympia, WA
• College Commitment: Seattle Pacific University
• Degree Pursuing: Business & Graphic Design
• Years at PSVBA: 1

Volleyball Accomplishments:

• WIAA State 4A – 6th place 2022
• WIAA State 4A – 3rd place 2023
• 4X time state participant
• All-State Honorable Mention (2024)
• 2X Coaches Award
• 3X Varsity Team Captain Award
• SPSL All League 2nd Team 2023
• SPSL All League 1st Team 2024

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:

• State Award – 1st Place for Ceramic Box
• State Award – 3rd Place for Ceramic Jar

MY FAVORITES

If you want something you’ve never had, you have to be willing to do something you’ve never done.

• Volleyball Memories: Some of my most memorable volleyball moments were going to state– whether it be listening to music on the bus, the fun nights at the hotel, winning games and advancing, making it to the semifinals in 2023–it was so fun to just be there to compete. I will also forever cherish my high school retreat we did every year at Cispus for team building. Hype time in the locker room was one of my favorites too!
• Song: Walking On A Dream by Empire of the Sun.
• Color: Orange

I would tell young club players to not put too much pressure on yourself. You are going to make mistakes. You are going to have bad days. But that is what makes you better. Just play loose and have fun, because that is when you do best. Let go of the worries you can’t control, don’t compare yourself to the others around you. Focus on you and your personal progress and always have a positive mindset. With hard work and consistency, you can accomplish whatever you set your mind to.