Avoli Committed Athlete: West Coast Qualifier Showcase
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The West Coast Qualifier Showcase in Irvine, California brought together athletes ready to compete in a fast-paced, high-rep environment where adaptability and communication mattered from the first drill. With athletes rotating constantly and building chemistry in real time, the ability to stay steady while elevating others separated the field.
Lailah Clayborne
Lailah
Clayborne
5'9" | MB/RS
Long Beach Polytechnic | 2028
CA
, a Class of 2028 middle blocker/opposite from Long Beach Poly and Alliance Volleyball Club, was selected as the Avoli Committed Athlete for the West Coast Qualifier showcase.
At 5'9 with a 24-inch standing vertical and a 9'3 touch, Lailah brings physical tools, but more importantly, she operates with a mindset that prioritizes connection, consistency, and accountability on every rep. She brought a steady, confident vibe to a fast environment and consistently helped her court group stay organized, confident, and competitive from start to finish.
Leadership
Lailah did not wait for structure to appear, she helped create it. As drills sped up and communication became more important, she stayed intentional with her voice and used it to keep her teammates engaged and competing.
“When the drills picked up speed, I was very intentional about communicating to my teammates, like telling them ‘keep swinging' when fatigue starts to set in.”
That level of leadership shows an understanding of more than just the play, it shows awareness of timing, energy, and when teammates need reinforcement. She recognized when fatigue could shift momentum and stepped in before it did.
Sportsmanship
Lailah understands that how you respond in the middle of a rally says a lot about who you are as a teammate. She stayed aware of effort, not just outcomes, and made sure her teammates felt that.
“There was a play where my teammate made a really good effort play, and even though we didn't get the point, I made sure to hype her up.”
That response is not about being positive for the sake of it. It reflects a player who values effort, reinforces the right behaviors, and keeps her teammates engaged in the process. That kind of presence builds trust quickly, especially in short, high-rep environments like a showcase.
Work Ethic
The pace of the showcase did not change how Lailah approached each rep. She stayed grounded in her mindset and consistent in her effort, regardless of rotation or role.
“I just stayed focused on the next play and making sure I gave my best every rep.”
Lailah Clayborne
Lailah
Clayborne
5'9" | MB/RS
Long Beach Polytechnic | 2028
CA
brings a combination of physical ability and intentional habits that continue to separate her. She understands how to communicate, how to respond, and how to impact the athletes around her in a meaningful way.
Highlights
Congratulations to
Lailah Clayborne
Lailah
Clayborne
5'9" | MB/RS
Long Beach Polytechnic | 2028
CA
on being named the Avoli Committed Athlete for the West Coast Qualifier Showcase in Irvine, California.
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