Sophomore middle hitter Nicole Abnett plays for Sun Valley High School during the fall and Sparks Volleyball Club during club season. Nicole’s biggest influence has been her older sister who recently graduated from high school herself.
What have you learned about yourself through volleyball? It has taught me patience and discipline.
Who is your most influential role model and why? My biggest influence is my big sister. I have always looked up to her and her successes in volleyball throughout the years.
Do you have a favorite tournament experience? My favorite volleyball tournament has always been the Washington DC tournament- Capitol Hill Classic.
What would most people be surprised to learn about you? I used to play club basketball and soccer.
What are three activities you enjoy outside of volleyball? I enjoy hanging out with friends, shopping, and watching scary movies.
Favorite pre-game meal: Pasta and meatballs
The furthest you’ve traveled to play volleyball? State College for the Happy Volley tournament
Night owl or morning person? I’m more of a night owl instead of morning person.
Least favorite school subject: Math
Most interesting thing you did this summer? The most interesting thing I did this summer is go to the Zach Bryan concert for my vacation to Miami, Florida.
Thanks for your time, Nicole, and we wish you all the best this season.