Maija Russell '17 Recruiting Profile
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2016 HighlightsPersonal Statement
I play volleyball because of my love for the game. I show leadership by being a role model to my peers and I am an accountable person on and off the court. I love being part of a team, it makes me push myself and I enjoy encouraging others to do their best. I strive to have a collegiate level experience with a team that has the same values and goals that I do. I am self-motivated and demonstrate leadership traits and can encourage others in volleyball and life. I feel that it is important to lead a well balanced life. It is for this reason I have dedicated a great deal of time and energy to serving my community in various ways. For example, I am a member of Job's Daughters International, Key club, National Honor Society, and started my own community service program(Heartfelt Hugs). I am up for the challenge of college and I know if given the chance would make a strong contribution to your volleyball family.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile!
-Maija :)
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 3 years
- Varsity Starter
- 2 years
- 2015 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #9
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, Team Nominated: Most Improved
- 2014 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #9
- 2013 Varsity Team
- Jersey: #9
- 2012 Junior Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #9
Individual Awards
- Captain
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 4 seasons
- 2016 Minnesota Attack (17-1)
- 2015 Minnesota Attack (18-1)
- 2014 USJVA (16-1)
- 2013 Mizuno Northern Lights Junior (MN) (14-Red)
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Kari Warling
- High School Head Coach
- Sarah Kirby
- Club Coach
- Britt Keltgen
- High School Head Coach
- Don Krusemark (Varsity softball)
Additional Sports
- Softball
- 3 years
- Varsity Team
Statistics
| Statistic | 2015 Varsity Team | 2014 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|
| Attack Kills | 178 | 76 |
| Attack Errors | 100 | 56 |
| Total Attempts | 498 | 257 |
| Kill Percentage | 35.7 | 29.6 |
| Kills/Game | 2.5 | 1.0 |
| Assists/Game | 0.1 | |
| Solo Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Assisted Blocks | 15 | 8 |
| Total Blocks | 18 | 9 |
| Blocks/Game | 0.7 | 0.4 |
| Digs | 247 | 82 |
| Digs/Game | 10.7 | 3.6 |
| Aces | 26 | 24 |
| Aces/Game | 0.4 | 0.3 |
| Service Errors | 33 | 18 |
| Serving Percentage | 89.7 | 91.3 |
| Games Played | 74 | 73 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
NoAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. I have taken AP Human Geography and I am currently taking AP United States History. In 2017 I plan on taking a PSEO class as well as AP Art History and AP Government.Awards and Activities
- AwardsA Honor roll, National Honor Society, Shining Scarlet, Academic Achievement Award, Spotlight on Scholarship
- ActivitiesKey club, Job's Daughters International (Past Honored Queen)
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