Amelia Hu Amelia Hu 5'5" | DS/L Marlborough School | 2028 CA ‘s energy is hard to miss.

Whether she is calling seams, helping hitters identify openings, or celebrating a teammate’s big play, she approaches the libero position with a level of communication and enthusiasm that naturally draws people in. Watching her compete throughout the weekend, it became clear that leadership is one of the ways she impacts the match.

That leadership showed up during City’s match against East County Volleyball Academy. After being sent back to the service line in the second set, Amelia delivered an ace and followed it with a five-point serving run that helped create momentum for her team. While the points mattered, what stayed with her afterward was the lesson behind the moment.

Amelia has learned that volleyball gives athletes plenty of things they cannot control. Officials, opponents, bad bounces, and momentum shifts are all part of the game. What she can control is her effort, her body language, and the way she approaches the next ball. Standing behind the service line during that run, she found herself thinking about exactly that. Serving aggressively, trusting her preparation, and focusing only on what was within her control allowed her to play freely and confidently.

As summer begins, Amelia plans to focus on recovery, stretching, meditation, and continued skill development. She understands that improvement is not always about doing more. Sometimes it is about taking care of your body and mind so you can continue performing at your best when the next opportunity arrives.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247