NCSA caught up with rising volleyball star Aly Chelf to talk about her volleyball career and collegiate plans.
NCSA: What is your background in volleyball? When did you start playing?
Chelf: I began playing club volleyball when I was twelve, although I have been playing volleyball on the beach for many summers before then.
NCSA: What is the best athletic experience you have ever had?
Chelf: My best athletic experience would have to be making varsity at Mira Costa High School. They were National Champions the past two years, so I was thrilled to be a part of a team at that level.
NCSA: What is the best academic experience you have ever had?
Chelf: The best academic experience I have ever had was when I made honor roll and scholar athlete.
NCSA: What type of college are you looking for?
Chelf: I would like to stay in California, but if the right blend of volleyball and academics is offered to me, I would be willing to leave the state.
NCSA: How are you seeking out colleges of interest?
Chelf: I have emailed the coaches of the teams that I am interested in, in order to catch their attention. I have also visited the campus of some of the schools that interest me, along with unofficial visits.
NCSA: What makes you really interested in a volleyball program after a coach contacts you? What types of things are you looking for?
Chelf: If the chemistry is right with the coach and the team, then that school will probably be the right fit for me.
NCSA: How has your recruiting process changed since starting with NCSA?
Chelf: I have learned so much since joining this recruiting process. The information that I have learned from using NCSA has helped me come into contact with many more colleges than before.
NCSA: If someone was just starting the recruiting process, what advice might you give them?
Chelf: Having a profile website with NCSA really helps you get exposed and gives coaches an opportunity to learn more about you. The educational huddle sessions also help inform you on many different topics involving the recruiting process.
