Rasheeda Gordon | Sports Recruits

About Me

The people that inspire me the most are my grandmother and mom because of how I’ve seen them live and overcome certain situations and beat their unfortunate circumstances, whether or not they were the ones who put themselves in it, they always managed to come out successful.  Something most people don’t know about me is that I really like to sing and would consider doing it in the future with more vocal training.  Five years from now, I see myself getting my degrees in psychology, making a good amount of money, trying if I haven’t already to get my life as stable as possible, financially, mentally, educationally, etc.   The people I want to thank most for supporting me is my teammates, even when the coaches aren’t there for you mentally, the right teammates will be and that’s more than enough.

• High School: Spanaway Lake
• Hometown: Fredrickson/Tacoma, WA
• College Commitment: Tacoma Community College
• Degree Pursuing: Psychology
• Years at PSVBA: 1

Volleyball Accomplishments:

• Jamaica High School League Champs (2022)
• Jamaica High School League 2nd Place (2023)

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:

• Passed all my subjects in Jamaica

MY FAVORITES

“How you do anything is how you do everything” – T. Harv Eker

• Volleyball Memories: Playing in a different parish (Mandeville) back in Jamaica with my friends.
• Song: Better by Jessica Reedy
• Color: Emerald/Sage Green

Advice I would give to younger players is “There’s always room for improvement; nothing is impossible and remember how you do anything is how you do everything.”

Lauren Hutchinson | Sports Recruits

About Me

I’m inspired by Bruce Lee; I like his life philosophy!  Something most people don’t know about me is that I paint a lot and I’m scared of butterflies!  In five years, I see myself going to Medical School and getting a hairless cat and a Doberman.  I want to thank my Parents and all of the coaches at Puget Sound who have helped me and supported me throughout my volleyball career.

• High School: Bellarmine Preparatory School
• Hometown: Gig Harbor, WA
• College Commitment: University of Alaska Anchorage
• Degree Pursuing: Construction Management
• Years at PSVBA: 3

Volleyball Accomplishments:

• PSL All-League 1st Team
• 2X WIAA State Attendee
• Bellarmine VB MVP
• Bellarmine VB Captain
• Bellarmine VB Most Inspirational

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:

• Varsity Track and Field
• Field Captain
• National Honor Society
• Honor Roll

MY FAVORITES

“Either I will find a way, or I will make one.” – Phillip Sidney

• Volleyball Memories: PNQ with 6 players, running into the wall of the facility and concussing myself, beating NPJ.
• Song: Hey Baby – Pitbull
• Color: Orange

Advice I would give to younger players is “Be open to every piece of advice you receive and take every opportunity to work hard and get better.”

Kianna Rohner | Sports Recruits

About Me

My Dad and Mom inspire me most because they are the most hardworking people I know, and they have given my brother and I so many amazing opportunities that I am beyond grateful for!  Something people may not know about me is that I love to hunt and fish!  Five years from now, I hope to have graduated from college with a degree and have a stable job working as an occupational therapist near my hometown.  I want to thank my family for being such a huge support and having my back through thick and thin. I’m thankful for coaches and teammates along the way who have made me into a better player and person. And finally for God who has given me strength and amazing opportunities which I am grateful day after day.

• High School: White River
• Hometown: Buckley, WA
• College Commitment: Dominican University of California
• Degree Pursuing: Occupational Therapy
• Years at PSVBA: 4

Volleyball Accomplishments:

• 2X Tacoma Pierce County Athlete of the Year Nominee
• 2X First Team All-League
• WSCVA All-State Team 3A/4A
• White River Offensive POTY
• 2X HS Varsity Team Captain.

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:

• National Junior Honor Society
• 2X Kiwanis Award Winner
• White River School Board Student of the Month
• National Honor Society
• AVID Executive Officer
• 100+ Community service hours.

MY FAVORITES

“For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

• Volleyball Memories: Last power league beating NPJ, New Orleans and Nationals this year!
• Song: Enter Sandman (remastered) by Metallica
• Color: Hot Pink

Advice I would give to younger players is “That even when you face difficult and unattainable situations, keep your head up, stay positive and know that anything is possible when you put your heart to something.”

 

Aissata Bangoura | Sports Recruits

About Me

My parents inspire me the most and they support me doing everything I want to do.  I was born and raised in China, and I moved here in high school. My first language is Chinese. I am the only child in my family. My most memorable volleyball moments are when my high school team beat Annie wright last year on their senior night, when we played at state in my freshman year, and whenever I make a block this year!  After college, I see myself going to graduate school for PT or orthopedics.  Thank you to my mother!!! She traveled with me to all the places and recorded many videos of me when I was playing a game.

• High School: Charles Wright Academy
• Hometown: Tianjin, China
• College Attending: UCLA
• Degree Pursuing: Physical Therapy or Orthopedics
• Years at PSVBA: 1

Volleyball Accomplishments:

• Got to State for two years
• 7th in State last year
• First Team All-league
• Earned a bid to Nationals this year
• 2nd at Matt Hartner Memorial this year.

MY FAVORITES

Inspirational Quote:  Never make yourself feel regret – my Dad

• Motivational or Inspirational Song: None
• Color: Baby Blue

Advice for our younger players

Be really careful to not injure yourself during practices and games.

About Me

I’m inspired by my brother, because he fights a battle every day and always puts a smile on his face and others even when times are hard.  Some things about me that most people don’t know are I have my german shepard that is my best friend, I was born at 13 lbs., and I did gymnastics my whole life until volleyball.  Taking our rivals Peninsula High School to 5 sets, going to state and nationals, all the friendships I’ve made are some of my most memorable volleyball moments.  In 5 years, I see myself finishing college.  I want to thank my parents, and both high school and club coaches!

• High School: Gig Harbor
• Hometown: Gig Harbor, WA
• College Attending: Pacific Lutheran University
• Degree Pursuing: Criminal Justice
• Years at PSVBA: 2

Volleyball Accomplishments:

• Getting “Best Offensive Player” my 4 years of high school volleyball
• Getting Honorable mention and second-team for All League SSC Volleyball
• Named Second “Most Blocks” in Gig harbor High School history
• This being my second year of club and I’ve grown so much

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:

• Being a running start student at Tacoma Community College
• Succeeding in gymnastics

My favorites

Inspirational Quote: Success doesn’t come to you, you go to it – Marva Collins

• Song: Hall Of Fame by The Script
• Color: Blue, light brown, and red

Advice to our younger players

Don’t let your negative thoughts get the best of you!

 

About Me

My high school coach inspires me the most to push myself and work hard for what you want because nothing comes easy with a weak mindset.  I love when I can make other people smile.  My most memorable volleyball moments are pregame dances, making new friends and bonds, and the Halloween practice this year.  I see myself hopefully become a nurse and starting a family in five years.  Thank you to my parents, especially my mom for always coming to my games and sitting there on those hard bleachers or chairs for hour and hours just to support me playing the sport I love, and I was to thank my dad even though he couldn’t make it to all my game it still meant a lot.

• High School: Peninsula
• Hometown: Gig Harbor
• College Attending: Bellevue College
• Degree Pursuing: Nursing
• Years at PSVBA: 1

Volleyball Accomplishments:

• District Championship two years in a row
• Placing 2nd and 5th at State
• Best Sportsmanship Award
• Committing to Bellevue College

MY FAVORITES

Inspirational Quote: Nothing changes if nothings changes, you must make the best out of everyday – unknown

• Song: On my own – Ross lynch
• Color: Light green or pink

Advice I’d give to our younger club players

Play freely, play hard and be the team that others are afraid of, work with each other not against, it’s more enjoyable when your a team that loves each other, don’t let other people ruin your love for the sport!

Ausiana’s Volleyball Profile

• High School: Rogers High School
• Hometown: Puyallup, WA
• College Committed: Tacoma Community College
• Degree Pursuing: Creative Writing

Volleyball Accomplishments:

• MVP
• Most Inspirational
• Getting into college as a middle blocker while being 5’6

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:

• student of the quarter
• employee of the month
• perfect attendance

My Favorites:

• Memorable Moments: Getting 3rd overall in the Vegas Showcase and earning a medal my 16s year, earning a bid this year my 17s year.
• Inspirational Quote: You can do anything you set your mind to” – Benjamin Franklin
• Motivational Song: You Say by Lauren Daigle
• Favorite color: purple

I’m inspired by my parents because when I think I’m ready to give up I look at how hard they’re working even when they want to give up and it inspires me to push harder for them!

Something most people don’t know about me is…I’m very humble and passionate about the things that I love!

In five (5) years I see myself…hopefully starting my first book and if not, I should at least have an idea of what I want to write about

Some advice I’d give to younger players is …don’t let people tell you that you can’t play a certain position even if it’s a coach or your parents, if you want to play that position train hard and don’t give up. give your heart to what you’re most passionate about

I’d like to thank my parents and my coaches but overall, I’d like to give praise and thanks to God, I wouldn’t have my talent without him, and he has given me this opportunity to further my athletic and academic career!