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2022 IHSVCA 1A/2A North Senior All-Stars #5
Avery Volkert
5'7, Defense
Ft. Wayne Blackhawk Christian High School, Coach Ann Boyer
Parents: Jason and Jaffa Volkert
Favorite Quote: “Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” - Thomas A. Edison
Hobbies: Volleyball, dancing, hanging out with friends, going shopping and going to youth group
Future Plans: Attend Purdue University
Hero: My Mom because she is always there for me no matter what. She has always taught me to stand up for myself and what I know is right. She loves constantly, even when I am hard to deal with. I am forever thankful for her.
Favorite HS Volleyball Memory: Our senior night game, it was an amazing night seeing everyone come out and support me and my fellow seniors.
#6
Camryn Wise
5'11, Outside Hitter
Wapahani High School, Coach Katie Weir
Parents: Shane and Tabitha Wise
Favorite Quote: “Champions don't become champions when they win an event, but in the hours, weeks, months and years they spend preparing for it.” Michael Jordan
Hobbies: Hiking, swimming, kayaking, fishing,and drawing
Future Plans: Play volleyball at Ball State University
Hero: My parents are my hero’s because of their willingness to help me achieve my goals. Both of my parents are committed to making any sacrifices needed for me to live out my dreams. Both of my parents teach me valuable life morals and teach me to let God shine through me not only as an athlete but also as a person. I am beyond grateful and blessed to be their daughter.
Favorite HS Volleyball Memory: My teammates and I winning the State title and realizing all of our dedication, time, hard work, blood, sweat, and tears had payed off. I vividly remember hugging each and every player and coach and feeling so happy/grateful to be a part of such a great accomplishment and team.
#7
Cora Baker
5'9, Middle Hitter
South Adams High School, Coach Ashley Buckingham
Parents: Rob and Stacy Baker
Favorite Quote: “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard.” - Tim Notke
Hobbies: Playing drum set, Participating in sports, Making shapes out of art resin , Watching movies with friends, Rearranging/reorganizing my room, Singing and jamming out in the car, Playing cards
Future Plans: Play Volleyball at University of Indianapolis
Hero: My mom because she has always been there for me and has led me through life to get me to where I am today, while also never complaining. I know there were times where she wishes we could just stay home and relax, but she always thought of my interests first. She also has overcome so much in her life, with her disability, that has pushed me to overcame any obstacle set in my path.
Favorite HS Volleyball Memory: My favorite memory is getting to celebrate individually when a player would get an ace. Every person on our team, whether they serve in a game or not, would have their own ace celebration, so when they got an ace, we would do their specific celebration.
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Emiline Wood
5'6, Libero
Ft. Wayne Blackhawk Christian High School, Coach Anne Boyer
Parents: Evan and Lisa Wood
Favorite Quote: “Perhaps you were made for such a time as this.” (Esther 4:14)
Hobbies: Hanging out with my friends, babysitting, working out, youth group Future
Plans: Uncommitted but plans to play volleyball at the collegiate level
Hero: Olivia Martin. She was a member of my school's 2016 state volleyball team. She has always been a role model to me and a good example of discipline and determination. I loved the way she led with intensity but was also compassionate and willing to fill whatever role her team needed. She was always available to text/call and was willing to work on skills with me.
Favorite HS Volleyball Memory: Winning state this year alongside my best friends
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