Abby Im '25 Recruiting Profile

My passion for volleyball began in third grade when I joined an intramural volleyball team through my local youth organization called Brandywine Youth Club. I immediately developed a love for volleyball in a way that I hadn’t experienced before with any other sports.  I tried out for club volleyball as soon as I was old enough to play and have played on the top team for my club/age group since I started.  I also have continued to play volleyball year round since the age of twelve by participating on my school team as well.  During the summer months, I enjoy attending clinics, camps, and lessons to further develop my skills.

My interest and desire to become a setter began during my 12U club season when my coach recognized my skill set for this position. Ever since this time, I have continued to play the setter position for both my school and club teams.  What I love about being a setter is being an active participant on the court and always being challenged to get every ball to my hitters for the kill.  I enjoy the fast pace of the game and always being on my toes to hustle to get to the ball.  I love working as a team and the collaboration among all players to work together to achieve success on the court.  

Academically, I work hard in the classroom.  I am in several honors classes and made honor roll during my freshman year.  I am proud to be a Class Representative on our Student Council where we plan events for our school and are a voice for students to our school leaders.  This year will be my second year on the Student Council.  In addition, I feel it’s important to contribute to my local community.  I have been a referee for intramural volleyball games at Brandywine Youth Club for two years.  Furthermore, I was the Intramural Volleyball Referee Coordinator in the spring of 2022 where I was in charge of overseeing the referees and creating the referee schedules.