- High School: Curtis
- Hometown: Tacoma, WA
- College Attending: South Puget Sound College
- Degree Pursuing: TBD
- Years at PSVBA: 3
Volleyball Accomplishments:
- Finished 2nd & 5th at State
Position: Middle
Emma Wang
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.
Camryn Kelly
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!
Olivia Beal
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 Ieru-Sa’O
- 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!
Amanda Bussard
“ I believed in my talent I believed in what God gave me I believed in the knowledge that I have of the game” – Russell Wilson |
- Hometown: Puyallup, WA
- Degree Pursuing: Pre-Dental
- Volleyball Awards: All League Honorable Mention, All-League First Team, Senior Captain, District Champs 2020
- Non-Volleyball Awards: 3 AP classes. 3.5 GPA
About Me
Some of my favorite volleyball moments are winning our district tournament and being a role model and example for younger girls looking up to me! I want to remind young players to believe in yourself and have confidence in your skills. Also, to have fun and leave everything you have on the court while building up your teammates! I’m so inspired by my parents, they always give me good advice and support with my decisions! They are both successful in their own ways and it inspires me! In 5 years I see myself working in Dentistry and living in Arizona!
Thank you Mom and Dad and My Coaches!
Meeya Robinson
- High School: Emerald Ridge
- Hometown: Puyallup, WA
- University Attending: Park University Gilbert
- Degree Pursuing: Business Administration
Volleyball Accomplishments:
- League Champs 2021-2022 HS Season
- South Puget Sound League Honorable Mention
- Having the opportunity to commit to a school to play volleyball and get my education
Non-Volleyball Accomplishments: Outstanding Scholastic Award-obtaining a 3.5 GPA during high school season
My most memorable volleyball moments are being league champs for high school, beating Puyallup when they were ranked higher, being coached by Bobby and Jill both high school and club.
My Favorite Inspirational Quote: “Champions aren’t made in the gym. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them-a desire, a dream, a vision” – Muhammad Ali
My Favorite motivational inspirational song: The Climb- Miley Cyrus
My favorite color: Light pink
I’m inspired by my mom because of her hard work and how she’s gotten where she is in her career and how much she does for our family.
Something about me that most people don’t know is I love to be in the kitchen baking, cooking for my family being with my dad while he cooks.
In 5 years, I see myself graduated from college working as a real estate agent and having my license in different states planning to start my own brokerage.
Some advice I’d like to give younger players is Never give up! Don’t compare yourself to the next girl because one day you will be someone that people look up to. But to also remember to work hard because it will not be handed to you, you have to want it and work for it.
I would like to thank my parents, siblings, and coaches because they never stopped believing in me and also push me to be great.
Sydney Locke
- High School: Decatur High School
- Hometown: Federal Way, WA
- University Committed: Willamette University
- Degree Pursuing: Exercise Science
Volleyball Accomplishments: Seeing my growth as not just a player but also an individual throughout the past 4 years
Non-Volleyball Accomplishments: Maintaining a 3.7 GPA and Highline Community College.
My Favorites:
Memorable Moment: Travel tournaments!
Inspirational Quote: “When life gets you down, all you got to do is just keep swimming” -Dory
Motivational Song: Where is the love? By black eyed peas
Favorite color: Sage green
I’m inspired by my Mom!
Something most people don’t know about me is I love animals and the outdoors
In five (5) years I see myself continuing schooling at a chiropractic college.
Some advice I’d give to younger players is reach out to college coaches the earliest you can!
I would like to thank my coaches over the past few years at Puget Sound, for the support and most of all being patient with me. As I started off volleyball my 15s year I felt like I was behind lots of other played with knowledge and skills. While my coaches had patience with me, I have build up those skills and am now continuing my love for volleyball in college!
