Season: 2022

Krista Traynor

Inspirational Quote: “Do not overestimate the competition and underestimate yourself. You’re better than you think” -T. Harv Eker

About Me

I’m inspired by my teammates, it’s inspiring to see how hard they work in practice and during games. They also motivate me to be a better person and player with their energy and encouragement.  My favorite colors are blue and purple.  Something about me that most people don’t know is I danced for 10 years and player soccer for 8 years.  Winning a Bid to Nationals and beating the top ranked Dakine 18s team are some of my most memorable volleyball moments.  In 5 years I see myself in college getting my masters.  I want to thank my parents, teammates, & coaches at PSVBA for their support in my school/club volleyball career!

  • High School: Seattle Christian
  • Hometown: Tukwila
  • College Attending: Colorado Christian University
  • Degree Pursuing: Kinesiology
  • Years at PSVBA: 2

Volleyball Accomplishments:

  • All-League MVP

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:

  • Class Valedictorian

Advice for younger players:

Don’t take moments with your team for granted, it’ll be over sooner than you think.

 

Olivia Deckard

 

“Rest in the end, not in the middle. – Kobe bryant

  • Hometown: Renton, WA
  • Degree Pursuing:  Athletic Training
  • Volleyball Awards:  All-League First Team, All-League MVP
  • Non-Volleyball Awards:  Graduating Early

About Me

Some of my favorite volleyball moments are making Varsity all 4 years, being MVP & First Team All-League, and beating the 3rd rank team in the nation in my U16 club year!  I want to remind young players to always try your best no matter what, learn to love the process, not the results. Always have fun because club volleyball doesn’t last forever.  I’m so inspired by my mom because no matter what happens to her, she always treats others with love, and she is the most selfless person and will never think of herself first.  In 5 years, I see myself working as a high school athletic trainer or playing professional volleyball.  Thank to my husband Ruvim because he was always there for me pushing me to do my best even when I felt discouraged. I also want to thank my athletic trainer Mr. Geise, he helped me a ton with my knee, but also held me accountable for getting things done and pushing me to my full potential as a student and player.

 

Paige Sugg

  • High School: Decatur High School
  • Hometown: Federal Way, WA
  • University Attending: University of Redlands
  • Degree Pursuing: Exercise Science

Volleyball Accomplishments:  Being able to see the change in my skill and seeing my improvement. As well committing to college to continue my love for the sport.

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments: Being able to grow up and learn how to do things on my own, and graduating high school, as well deciding what college I’m spending the next 4 years of my life at.

My most memorable volleyball moments are the Matt Hartner Tournament in Oregon in my 16s year – our first day of the tournament we wore my moms shirts and played for her.  As well, being able to play for 2 of my favorite coaches at psvba this year!

My Favorites:

Inspirational Quote: “attitude is everything” – Heather Sugg

Motivational Song: Determinate – from the movie lemonade mouth

Favorite Color: forest green

I’m inspired by My mom. She inspires me the most, because she fought so hard after being diagnosed. She never let her attitude or how hard it was get in the way of how she lived her life. She always taught me that being yourself and fighting for what you believe in is the best way to “survive” life.

Something about me that most people don’t know about me I would say is my humor.  Not many people know my sense of humor because it takes me a little bit to open up to people. Also outside of volleyball and school i am very adventurous and love the outdoors.

In five (5) years I see myself graduating college, and starting my new life of being an athletic trainer.

Some advice I’d like to give younger players is Don’t be afraid to make a mistake, it’s okay! there is not one person who doesn’t make a mistake. Also, just be your self, have fun with the sport. You can’t enjoy a sport if you don’t make it fun.

I would thank Coach Kyla and Katlyn, my dad and Sydney Locke. They all helped me get through so much, and always made sure that i was doing okay. They were definitely a big part of why i was able to continue to love the sport and want to further my career.

 

Ausiana Ieru-Sa’O

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!

Sydney Bronson

Sydney’s Volleyball Profile

  • High School: Capital High School
  • Hometown: Tenino, WA
  • College Committed: Tacoma Community College
  • Degree Pursuing: Aviation

Volleyball Accomplishments:

  • First team all-area
  • First team honorable mention

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments: Honor roll

My Favorites:

Memorable Moment: Foot faulting by 5 feet in a high school tournament

Inspirational Quote: Dream big—-but remember dreams without goals are just dreams, and they ultimately fuel disappointment. Denzel Washington

Motivational Song: Not a song but Ben Lionel Scotts podcast

Favorite color: Shades of blue

About Me:

I’m inspired by my…My dad inspires me the most because of his loyalty, dedication and being trustworthy.

Something most people don’t know about me is…I love to go hiking and be outdoors.

In five (5) years I see myself…In college continuing towards my master’s degree in aviation.

Some advice I’d give to younger players is …Always push past your limits, be dedicated in everything you do.

Thank you to …My parents for always supporting and being by my side in decisions, Coach Micah from my 12s year at Puget sound, coach mike from 90Ten, Coach Walsh for believing in me, coach Turcotte for providing options, and coach Katlyn for giving me the opportunity to play in college.

Tara Hutchinson

  • High School: Annie Wright
  • Hometown: Tacoma
  • College Attending: Washington State University
  • Degree Pursuing: Pre-Dental
  • Years at PSVBA: 3 (2020, 2021, 2022)

Volleyball Accomplishments:  Having a long club career and placing 4th at State.

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:  Earning an International Baccalaureate Diploma.

My most memorable volleyball moments are meeting some of my best friends through club and traveling out of state.

My Favorites

Inspirational Quote:  It matters not what you’ve done, but what you do with what you’ve done for others (Noah Centineo)

  • Motivational or Inspirational Song:  Nobody’s Perfect (Hannah Montana)
  • Color:  Purple

I’m inspired by my grandma for the love and compassion she has for everyone, and how selfless she is!

Something about me that most people don’t know is that I can “almost” do the splits.

In 5 years I see myself “happy” and still in school (maybe orthodontics) thriving.

I’d like younger players to put in the work cause others around you are always getting better too and don’t cheat yourself in practice because in the end you’re hurting yourself and your team

Thank you Mom, Dad, Kiran and all my coaches who have ever worked with me!

 

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!

Annalise Scheerer

Annalise’s Volleyball Profile

  • High School: Emerald Ridge
  • Hometown: Puyallup, WA
  • University Committed: Carroll College
  • Degree Pursuing: Nursing

Volleyball Accomplishments:

  • Most Inspirational (ERHS)
  • Most Improved Player (ERHS)
  • Sportsmanship award for high school

Non-Volleyball Accomplishments:

  • Top 20 Senior for my high school
  • Vice President of National honor society
  • Senior class secretary

My Favorites:

  • Memorable Moment: Winning SPSL league championship senior season!
  • Inspirational Quote: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal, it’s the courage to continue that counts.” -Winston Churchill
  • Motivational Song: Party in the USA -Miley Cyrus
  • Favorite color: Blue

I’m inspired by my mom because she is dedicated and overflows with compassion and patience with everyone she works with or is around. She pushes me to be the best version of myself and reminds me daily of what I need to be grounded in. She pushes me to pursue my faith daily and I wouldn’t be where I am today without her. I love you mom!

Something most people don’t know about me is I really love to make art, especially pottery and painting, but I don’t do it very often because I don’t have a lot of time. When I do have time though, it brings me a lot of joy and peace.

In five (5) years I see myself working in a hospital as a labor and delivery nurse, while working to get my master’s degree as a nurse practitioner. I hope to have my own apartment and to have a dog, specifically a golden retriever 🙂

My advice to any younger player is to work to be the best person and have the best attitude that you can in whatever role you are placed in. Whether it is on the court or on the bench, have a great attitude, encourage your teammates, and respect your coaches. One of the best things about volleyball is your teammates, so walk into the gym every day with the mindset that you are going to be the best teammate. You can only control what you can control, and being a good teammate is one of those things, so make a positive impact and create a good culture. This will get you more respect from your teammates and coaches then being the “star athlete.” Your coaches will notice a player being positive and impactful over one that is not, so be the noticeable one.

I want to first thank my parents. They have invested so much time and money into my volleyball career and experience, so I couldn’t have done it without them. They have loved and supported me through this journey that started 6 years ago, and they continue to love and support everything I am doing as a move onto the next stage of my career and life in college. I want to thank all of my coaches that I have had because everyone has grown me in such different areas whether it be volleyball or life skills. I want to specifically thank Coach Kasey Yost, who I started my volleyball journey with, because he instilled in me my passion and love for the sport and I wouldn’t be pursuing college ball without his influence on me. Also, I want to specifically thank Coach Bobby and Jill for investing in me and coaching me the past 3 years at ER and also my last year at Puget Sound. I have learned so much from them, and I wouldn’t be pursuing my dreams of college volleyball without their support and help along the way. Lastly, I want to thank all of my teammates throughout my whole career. The relationships I have and everyone I have met along the way have taught me so much. I am forever grateful for all of the memories that have come from playing over my career, and specifically this past season at puget sound, with my teammates. I have had so much fun this season and I am going to miss everyone so much!