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Kate Callaghan '21 Recruiting Profile
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Kate Callaghan Hi...Personal Statement
Volleyball has been my passion since the minute I began playing. I have always pushed myself and continued to work hard on and off the court to become the best person and player I can be.
In the gym, I have started varsity all four years of high school, and a starter on my club teams. I am determined every day at practice to continually improve and challenge myself.
Outside of the gym, I am involved in Student Council and the schools' Athletic Advisory Council. I have kept a high GPA in the classes I am enrolled in and plan to be a Valedictorian at graduation.
My goal is to play competitive volleyball at the highest collegiate level possible. Continually I give my all in everything I do and make things fun while still getting the job done. For as long as I can remember working out and staying in shape has always been high on my list; I believe this characteristic helps guide me in practices during the season but helps remind me to continue to work in the off-season to grow as a player to help the team compete at the highest potential.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 4 years
- Varsity Starter
- 4 years
- 2020 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #6
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Region, 1st Team All-Conference
- 2019 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #6
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, 1st Team All-Region
- 2018 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #4
Individual Awards
- 2nd Team All-Conference, Captain
- 2017 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #4
Individual Awards
- 2nd Team All-Conference
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 3 seasons
- 2020 Iowa PowerPlex (17 Elite Red)
- 2019 Iowa Powerplex (16 Elite Red)
- 2018 IPVA (15 National Black)
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Maddie Farrell
- High School Head Coach
- Kim Florke
- Club Coach
- Rachel Ray
- High School Head Coach
- Ashley Carter
- Club Coach
- Arlie Brandemeyer
Training
- Lifting
- 4 years
- Weightlifting Summer Programs, Weightlifting Classes Year-Round
Additional Sports
- Track
- 2 years
- Varsity Team
- Qualified for State Shuttle Hurdle Class 4A, Qualified for State 1600 Medley Relay Class 3A
Statistics
| Statistic | 2020 Varsity Team | 2019 Varsity Team | 2018 Varsity Team | 2017 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack Kills | 143 | 127 | 147 | 50 |
| Attack Errors | 58 | 32 | 70 | 14 |
| Total Attempts | 398 | 411 | 472 | 110 |
| Kill Percentage | .214 | 0.231 | .327 | |
| Kills/Game | 1.8 | 1.63 | 2.26 | .70 |
| Assists/Game | 6.0 | 4.72 | 2.52 | 1.42 |
| Solo Blocks | 3 | 5 | 13 | 5 |
| Assisted Blocks | 24 | 18 | 10 | 7 |
| Total Blocks | 27 | 23 | 23 | 17 |
| Blocks/Game | 0.3 | .35 | .17 | |
| Digs | 181 | 230 | 158 | 101 |
| Digs/Game | 2.3 | 2.95 | 2.43 | 1.42 |
| Aces | 61 | 28 | 20 | 30 |
| Aces/Game | 0.8 | 0.36 | .31 | .42 |
| Service Errors | 32 | 16 | 9 | 6 |
| Serving Percentage | 90.4 | 0.927 | .949 | .968 |
| Games Played | 80 | 78 | 65 | 71 |
| Matches Played | 31 | 30 | 26 | 28 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
NoAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Chemistry, AP WritingRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
NoAwards and Activities
- AwardsA-Honor Roll (4 consecutive years), National Honor Society
- ActivitiesStudent Council, Student-Athlete Advisory Council