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2022 IHSVCA Junior South All-Stars
#5
Kamryn Utley
5'8, Setter
Indianapolis Cathedral, Coach Karrie Quenichet
Parents: Lynn and Marvin Utley
Favorite Quote:
Hobbies: Reading, journaling, going to youth group, walking, hiking, CrossFit, being active in my church
Future Plans: Play volleyball at Lehigh University
Hero: My hero is Jesus. Whenever I need something or someone I always feel the presence of him in my life. He sends me amazing opportunities and amazing people. I’m surrounded by an abundance of love and grace from people, and these people have taught me many lessons. It is crazy to me how many people I can call, “my people” thanks to the blessings of Jesus.
Favorite HS Volleyball Memory: Winning a City title with my team. It had been a battle for us but we kept on pushing. I loved hugging my close friend, Taylor after she scored match point! It meant so much to me. I had transferred from Lawrence North and just felt imminently grateful for the opportunity to play for Cathedral.
#6
Katie Kopshever
5'11, Middle-Hitter
Castle High School, Coach Dan Watson
Parents: Matt Kopshever
Favorite Quote: The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” -Nelson Mandela Hobbies: spending time with my family and friends, working at a dog kennel, baking
Future Plans: Play volleyball at Eastern Illinois University
Hero: My hero is my grandpa. For many years, he has been battling Parkinson’s disease. He is the one that taught me to never give up and push through whatever you’re going through. Every day, he lives this out and continuously shows how hard he works. He has never given up on anything and perseveres through every hardship he faces. He is the reason why I work so hard to achieve what I want to accomplish. He pushes me to be the best person and player I could possibly be. Favorite HS Volleyball Memory: Making it to state last season. That season taught be how to be a great teammate and how working together can truly be the difference between success and failure.
#7
Makenzie Wagner
5'10, Opposite-Right-side
Providence High School, Coach Terri Purichia
Parents: Jen Druen and Mark Wagner
Favorite Quote: You define your own life; don’t let other people write your script.’ -Oprah
Hobbies: Baking, Watching YouTube, Playing with my goldendoodle puppy, Hanging out with my friends, Shopping Future Plans: Uncommitted but plans to play volleyball at the collegiate level
Hero: My hero is Outside hitter, Claire Chaussee, who plays at the University of Louisville. I look up to her because she’s not the tallest on the court but she has big game and so much talent. She always sets an amazing example on the court as a competitor and teammate which is something I strive to be.
Favorite HS Volleyball Memory: My favorite memory is winning state this year with the best teammates and coaches I could ever hope for! We won this championship for each other. I’ll never forget that day ever!
#8
Mia Loyd
5’8, Setter
Terre Haute South Vigo High School, Coach Brian Payne
Parents: Kristen and Rusty Loyd
Favorite Quote: “Have the courage to make the change, the strength to get through it, and faith that everything will turn out for the best.”
Hobbies: playing volleyball, reading, baking, yoga, working out, and watching movies.
Future Plans: Uncommitted but plans to play volleyball at the collegiate level
Hero: My hero is my mom. She is the most supportive person in my life. She pushes me to be the best possible version of myself. She pushes me when I need it the most, and as much as I may dislike it I know she always has my best interest at heart. She is such a hard-working person and sacrifices so much that I hope one day I can make her proud. I want to be the best possible version of myself possible to be able to show her dedication wasn't for nothing.
Favorite HS Volleyball Memory: When we beat our cross-town rival in a sweep at their home gym. It was an amazing feeling to be able to celebrate with my team and the students that attended.
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