Demetria Leija '15 Recruiting Profile

Ever since I was only twelve and first discovered the joys of playing volleyball I've always had a vision of me playing professional volleyball. Volleyball is the only sport that constantly makes me want more out of it, it has an endless amount of goals you can reach, and numerous opportunities to improve your skill level, athleticism, and reaction time. In every practice, private, game, or tournament that I've participated in I've always given every ounce of effort I have because after all somehow the spirit in sports makes us want to do our best - probably because the greatest satisfaction often comes from the greatest effort. I'm a loyal and dedicated team mate, a terrific follower, and a confident and strong leader, because to be successful you need the qualities of all three. Your greatest enemy is yourself but when we feel the pressure of the game we have to make what may feel like our worst opponent (ourselves) into an ally that brings us to the top! I believe in myself to make it to the top, to reach my goal of playing professionally, though I'm not the tallest or strongest I can promise I'll give the greatest effort!