Personal Statement
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Hi, my name is Jessika Long. I am 17 years old and attend Juan Diego Catholic High School. I am a setter with the 2013 graduation year. I love sports and have enjoyed playing soccer, basketball, and dancing since I was young. However, volleyball has always been a passion of mine. I love the mental and technical aspects of the game, and I enjoy being a setter. Since my first year of club volleyball I have been a setter, and have loved the position ever since. I love being involved in every play along with the challenges that go along with the position. I would love the opportunity to be a collegiate student athlete and continue to grow in the sport of volleyball. Below is a brief summary of some of my accomplishments. 2013 High School Season. 1st Team All State, Senior All Star, Utah Gatorade Player of the Year Nominee, Andi Collins Award Finalist, Juan Diego Player of the Year. 2012 Club Season. 2nd Place Finish Spokane, 3rd Place Finish Reno, Team Captain. I have been a 3X Intermountain High Performance Selection. Freshman Year - Frosh 59(Highest Honorable Mention), 1st Team All-Region, Honorable Mention All State. Varsity Starter. Soph Year - Soph 79(Highest Honorable Mention), 1st Team All-Region, 2nd Team All-State. All Tournament Team Selection(State Tournament). Varsity Starter. Jr. Year -Team Captain Jr. Year - 1st Team All-Region, 1st Team All- State, All Tournament Team. Varsity Starter. Sr. Year - Team Captain - 1st Team All State, Senior All Star Team, Utah Gatorade Player of Year Nominee, Andi Collins Award Finalist, Varsity Starter, Juan Diego Player of the Year.