Inside the UA All-America: How the Nation’s Best Keep Leveling Up

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The UA All-America experience is not about validation. For athletes already committed to top collegiate programs, it becomes a proving ground, a space where standards rise, details matter, and comfort disappears. Surrounded by the nation's best, these moments challenge players to compete faster, think sharper, and lead more intentionally.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For these six athletes, UA All-America served as a glimpse into what comes next. Their reflections reveal how elite environments accelerate growth, reinforce confidence, and demand accountability long before college begins. This is not about arrival. It is about refinement.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["391079"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6951fded3fb8e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Finley's voice on growth through the UA All-America experience:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“It means that all of us get to compete at the highest level which isn't something we get to do everyday until we do get to college. The intensity that will be in Orlando will not only push me but we will all absorb it and use it to our advantage.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Finley's advice to younger athletes chasing the same path:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">“Everyone's journey is different, don't dream about someone else's path when your path is taking you where YOU need to go.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["403522"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6951fded3fc1b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kendall's voice on growth through the UA All-America experience:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“It's really pushed me to strive for more in my volleyball career. This is obviously an amazing opportunity, but it has shown me what I can achieve and how I can push myself going forward. Being selected for an opportunity like this isn't something that I have taken lightly, so I think a big thing is putting in the work before the game to help me prepare and show out on the biggest stage in high school volleyball."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kendall's advice to younger athletes chasing the same path:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">“The advice I would give is to never give up on your dreams and don't be afraid to work hard for them. Getting comfortable being uncomfortable is such a big thing that has been emphasized in every gym I've been in. You can't just make yourself a better middle, DS, etc. You need to work to be a better volleyball player overall. That will take you far.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["318128"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-695206bd165a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Halle's voice on growth through the UA All-America experience:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“This experience has pushed me in the best way. Having the opportunity to train and compete with some of the top players in the country has helped me level up my game and learn new things every day. It's made me more confident, more focused, and more mentally strong. This environment will show me what it takes to play at a high level, and it makes me excited for what's ahead in my volleyball career.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Halle's advice to younger athletes chasing the same path:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">“My advice is to keep believing in yourself and work hard even when no one is watching. Stay coachable, stay positive, and don't compare your journey to anyone else's. You're going to have tough days, but those are the ones that make you better. Enjoy the sport, have fun with your teammates, and trust the process. If you love what you're doing and keep pushing, amazing things can happen.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["803541"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":924279,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-695206bd16625"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gabi's voice on growth through the UA All-America experience:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Being apart of this amazing program has impacted my career in so many ways. When I was 14 years old I got invited to my first camp. At the end of the camp I worked myself up to the top court and got to play with the top senior recruits in the nation. I was so inspired watching those players. I told myself I'd do whatever it took to get to where they were. It was such a special opportunity. Each year the UA All-America camp is one of my favorite parts of the year &amp; I have been able to grow not only physically, but also mentally.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gabi's advice to younger athletes chasing the same path:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">“Keep trusting the path God has chose for you, everyone's journey is unique &amp; different. Confidence comes from the work you put in everyday. Whenever you are gifted with an opportunity, take it with passion! Enjoy every second of your volleyball journey, it goes by too fast.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["269826"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-695206bd1667b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sarah's voice on growth through the UA All-America experience:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Being a part of UA All-America has been so much fun to play alongside high level athletes and express our love for the sport together. It has deepened my passion for the sport and I have also met some great friends along the way.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sarah's advice to younger athletes chasing the same path:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">“Some advice that I would give to younger girls is to never let anything or anyone stop you from focusing on and achieving your goals. Put yourself in environments where you can thrive and grow in your skills but also deepen your love for this amazing sport. Always give it your all and have no regrets. No matter what you are doing, injured or healthy, set yourself up for success in all aspects of life by creating healthy habits and keeping track of mini and large goals.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["199393"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-695206bd166cb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sidney's voice on growth through the UA All-America experience:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Give it all to God. The days that feel long, the challenges that seem impossible to overcome, and the moments when you want to give up are under control. Jesus is your best friend and is always ready to be with you with open arms.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sidney's advice to younger athletes chasing the same path:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">“Give it all to God. The days that feel long, the challenges that seem impossible, and the moments when you want to give up are under control. Jesus is your best friend and is always ready to be with you with open arms.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These six athletes will take the court in Orlando with different journeys, different stories, and the same earned distinction, UA All-American.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In 2026, hundreds of more aspiring All-Americans will be invited to compete in the Under Armour Next Camp Series.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>To learn more visit: <a href="https://underarmournext.com/volleyball/camp-series/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://underarmournext.com/volleyball/camp-series/</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>✨ If You Enjoyed This Article, Help Us Keep the Momentum Going</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🔥 <strong>Players</strong><br>Use this article to grow. 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