Dillen Cooper '22 Recruiting Profile

I began playing volleyball in sixth grade.  Since then, my love for the sport has only grown.  I love the always-engaged intensity of the game.  I have played other sports.  I’ve played softball ever since I can remember.  And, more recently, I’ve played AAU basketball.  While I enjoy competing in those other sports, it’s volleyball’s strategy, team work, and intensity that I love.

I am a very friendly, passionate person.  I will stand up for the little guy, even if I stand alone.  I aspire to share goodness in the world and lead people down a good path, hoping I can be a light.  And, I lead by example on and off the court. 

I am an all “A” honors student in the most advanced classes that my school offers.  I serve as a peer tutor for other students in my school.  My peers elected me president of my school’s national honor society.  And, I served as our school mascot, Lucky the Longhorn, this year.  I also compete in academic competitions for my school in several areas.  I'm also active in my church youth group outside of school.

I’ve always envisioned myself playing at a collegiate level.  I love the idea of the challenge that it presents.  And, I think by finding the right college that I will continue to be challenged to be my best on and off the court.  I hope to make my family proud by attending a top-notch college where I can continue to pursue my education while competing as an athlete.