Golden Athlete: Kamden Mitchell Shines Spotlight on NPJ Teammates

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A major shoutout to <a href="https://prepdig.com/author/michelle-bamford-author/"><strong>Michelle Bamford</strong></a> from PrepDig California for the creation and inspiration behind this article series.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Because Michelle Bamford's introductory paragraph perfectly sums up the importance of this series, we are using her words to kick off this series in Oregon…</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Acknowledging and cherishing the dedication of those who stand by your side on the court is paramount in the pursuit of victory. To emphasize the importance of acknowledging and showing appreciation to teammates and to spotlight the pivotal role their support plays in the quest for greatness, we've extended an invitation to [player_tooltip player_id='161158' first='Kamden' last='Mitchell'] to share her insights on the players who make up her club team. Through her words, we aim to shed light on the indispensable contributions of the teammates who have been instrumental in shaping her success on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["257561"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115000.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignleft wp-image-521841u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115000.png?w=300u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022200u0022 height=u0022200u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c53e05"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Gabby is super clutch when it comes to scoring, plus she's got a strong arm. I love playing with her because she makes it easy for me to mix up our offensive plays, which makes us an even stronger team!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161820"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115750.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521857u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115750.png?w=297u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022198u0022 height=u0022200u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c53e75"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Mylee is an awesome all-around 6-rotation outside. She's our go-to scorer, blocks like a champ, digs or passes dimes, and always brings the fun to every game. I love playing with her because she's super reliable and makes us a tough team to beat!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["498821"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115758.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521858u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115758.png?w=300u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022201u0022 height=u0022202u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c53ece"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Avy rocks at blocking and hitting slides! She's super quick and has an amazing vertical! She's not afraid to experiment with new hitting routes to score more points and she's always smiling, which brings so much happiness to our team!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161841"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115808.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521859u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115808.png?w=300u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022200u0022 height=u0022201u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c53f21"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Giana is super athletic with impressive hang time, which makes her an awesome blocker, and helps her score effortlessly even against bigger blockers. I love playing with her because she's always on top of her game and brings so much positivity to the team!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161827"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115821.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521860u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115821.png?w=300u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022199u0022 height=u0022200u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c53f79"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Nyah's got a killer swing that smashes the ball for a surefire point and she's solid when it comes to blocking too. I love playing with her because she's super determined and always brings a confident vibe to the game!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161821"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115828-e1710875261261.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521861u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115828.png?w=275u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022202u0022 height=u0022221u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c53fcd"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Bella is awesome to play with because she's a crafty scorer with a gnarly serve. We can always count on Bella for a few aces per match. Defensively, Bella's ability to read opponents and dig any ball is unparalleled; she's always willing to sacrifice her body to make a play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161823"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115835.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521862u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115835.png?w=280u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022198u0022 height=u0022213u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c5401a"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Evie provides our team with a calm, quiet confidence.  We can always rely on her to set the tempo perfectly and provide an amazing block. Her solid defense and agile footwork boost our team's strength!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161846"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115841.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521863u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115841.png?w=258u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022177u0022 height=u0022205u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c54065"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Jeryn is super energetic and always hustles on the court, making her a scrappy defender. I love playing with her because she's such a hard worker, and her dedication pushes our team to do our best!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161930"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115847.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521864u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115847.png?w=285u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022200u0022 height=u0022211u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c540af"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Ava is awesome at running a fast-tempo offense and she's got a big block! Plus, she's always positive and cheering on her teammates, which is why it's so inspiring to play with her!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["257589"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115853.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521866u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115853.png?w=289u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022198u0022 height=u0022206u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c540f8"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Brooklyn is an awesome teammate because she's a lockdown passer and digs the heat like a pro. I love playing with her because she leads by example and always brings out the best in our team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161942"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115859.pngu0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022alignnone wp-image-521867u0022 src=u0022https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-03-19-115859.png?w=298u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022199u0022 height=u0022200u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65f9e48c54175"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>From Kamden:</strong> Avery rocks a wicked serve and she always brings positive vibes which helps our team relax and focus! She's got strong serve-receive skills and I can always rely on her for a perfect pass to target, which makes playing with her super fun and inspiring to run a zero-tempo offense!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["161158"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65fca6065659d"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>And finally, we are proud to spotlight [player_tooltip player_id='161158' first='Kamden' last='Mitchell'], a 5'11 junior from Corvallis, Oregon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the State's top setter for the class of 2025, currently ranked #2 overall for the PrepDig Oregon rankings and #41 Nationally, there is no question Mitchell has some serious game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She is one of the most complete six-rotation setters out there, with the ability to confidently execute a 5-1 offense at a very high level. She effortlessly translates a bad pass to an attackable set. She relentlessly pursues all balls, hustling all over the court and getting her hands on most everything. Her court vision and location consistency are next level, with the ability to give the right hitter the ball at the right time to terminate. Standing at 5'10”, Mitchell is an offensive threat in the front row, attacking on the second contact to score. When the opportunity presents itself for her to be an attacker, she is more than capable. With impressive leaping abilities and a quick arm, she hammers the ball down the line from the right pin.    </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This past high school season she was integral in Crescent Valley's undefeated season and securing a consecutive 5A State championship. For her play she received 5A First Team All-State and was named the 2023 Mid-Willamette Player of the Year. The stats she tallied this past season speak to influence she had on the Raiders success. She racked up 535 assists, 118 kills, 159 digs, 34 aces, and 41 blocks, showcasing just how versatile and impactful Mitchell was. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This club season she is setting a 5-1 for NPJ Salem 17 National. At the recent CEVA GJNC Bid tournament, she was a major piece in her team securing the National bid, the top bid awarded. In CEVA's Open division, the team is currently seeded #9. However, this is because they were not able to attend the final tournament before Regionals. Across the previous three showings, they have a 11-2 record. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the classroom, Mitchell holds a 4.0 GPA, demonstrating excellence in the classroom as well as the volleyball court, receiving the USMC/AVCA Academic Award and is a member of the National Honors Society. Outside of volleyball, she leads Crescent Valley's Fellowship of Christian Athletes Club and is a coach for the Raiders Boy's High School Club Volleyball Team, becoming a major advocate for boy's volleyball to become a sanctioned sport in Oregon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Recently, Mitchell committed to the University of Oregon for both indoor and sand. This powerhouse program is incredibly lucky to have local athlete Mitchell on their team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With these aforementioned skillsets and qualities, [player_tooltip player_id='161158' first='Kamden' last='Mitchell'] proudly earns her spot as one of PrepDig's esteemed Golden Athletes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->