Avoli Committed Athlete: SoCal UpNext Showcase

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>This article is sponsored by Avoli</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Dig has teamed up with Avoli, the volleyball brand built specifically for female athletes, to present Committed — a spotlight series celebrating standout athletes at each 2026 Prep Dig Showcase. These athletes are chosen for their leadership, sportsmanship, and relentless work ethic — the same values Avoli champions on and off the court. Pending eligibility requirements, each featured athlete receives the opportunity to become a local Avoli brand ambassador. Learn more about Avoli and explore their performance-driven footwear at <a href="https://www.avoli.com" data-type="link" data-id="www.avoli.com">avoli.com</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["948629"],"_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-6a9729744bb42"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Josephine Adamson is the Avoli Committed Athlete for the SoCal UpNext Showcase in Irvine, CA.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Josephine Adamson left Irvine with more than one accolade to her name. She earned Top Performer honors at the SoCal UpNext Showcase and was recognized as a LovbLA Powerhouse Pin, all before being named the Avoli Committed Athlete for the event. That kind of stacked recognition does not happen by accident. It happens when an outside hitter shows up with a strong approach, a loud presence, and the consistency to back it up point after point.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She plays quick on defense and communicates constantly, moving far beyond what is typical for her age. Her approach is strong and her swing is aggressive, finishing with loud contact and consistent elevation on nearly every attempt. She stays vocal from the first point to the last, hitting her shots with real power while showing good ball control and the ability to transition well off the net. That combination, a hitter who brings force to her swing and stays composed enough to control it, is exactly what college programs want to see develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What separates Adamson further is how she defines the intangibles that do not always show up on a stat sheet. Her leadership is built around communication and lifting her teammates up, both on the court and off it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Talking throughout the play is something that I think is really important to help my teammates. Being loud and having an impact on the court helps support your teammates and give them the opportunity to play their best. Lifting your teammates up is a huge part of the game, and it's a really big thing for me. Cheering on and off the court, no matter what, is a way to connect with your teammates and lift them up too. On the sidelines you can do so much to help your team throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her work ethic follows the same standard, rooted in effort and discipline that extend well beyond game day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I believe in working hard and being aggressive on the court. When you bring effort, the energy on the court automatically gets boosted. Going for every ball, and even just getting touches, can greatly increase your team's spirit and enthusiasm. Having discipline to train off the court has helped me improve and become a better player. Having big goals in life means working hard every day to become the best version of myself.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>And her sportsmanship shows up in how she frames the bigger picture of the game itself.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's really important for me to be a good sport whether we win or lose. At this age, growing as players is the main priority and meeting awesome people along the way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Adamson is the kind of outside hitter college coaches notice for more than just power. She competes with force at the net, she leads with her voice, and she backs up every accolade from the showcase with a definition of leadership, work ethic, and sportsmanship that matches how she plays. That is why she is this event's Avoli Committed Athlete.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Congratulations to Josephine Adamson on being named the Avoli Committed Athlete for the SoCal UpNext Showcase.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/my-account/subscriptions/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Upgrade to a PrepDig+ Subscription</a></strong><br>Access exclusive rankings, deeper analysis, and the full Prospect Index to follow every athlete's journey.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:image {"lightbox":{"enabled":false},"id":1003951,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"custom"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prepdig.com/recruiting-resources/"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/07/image_3e909a.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1003951"/></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Thank you for making today's wins matter — one article, one player, one memory at a time.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->