Ciarra Ortiz '19 Recruiting Profile

Named 2018 NYCHSAA All Division I Athlete (OH) and proud member of the NYCHSAA All League Volleyball Team

One of my favorite quotes:

"The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential... these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence."  - Confucius

I love volleyball and through that passion I want to use it as a stepping stone to a great future career.  My older sister who had played volleyball during High School, kick-started my interest and I began recreational volleyball in the 4^th grade.  I evolved over the years and through club and Varsity play, I made it a priority to learn and become skillful in all positions.  As I continue working on my skills, I know there is always room for improvement.  I also consider myself a smart player, I hustle after every ball, do my very best to cover and spike the ball to get my team the point.

I am fervid about my academic studies and I consistently strive to obtain a GPA of 4.0 or higher.  I strive to receive the best education possible and to succeed in the major I will eventually choose in the future.  I know I can bring positive energy to any team I am placed on, because teamwork in Volleyball is the key to success and victory.