Ava Burgess Committed to Stanford

For Ava, this weekend comes with zero recruiting pressure attached. She’s already locked in her future, and that means she gets to spend Durango exactly how a senior season should feel: playing loose, playing for her team, and enjoying every rep.

What she’s looking forward to most is simple. “I’m excited to see and play against my friends,” she said.

Ask anyone what she brings to the court and the answer doesn’t change. She’s known for getting kills, and that’s not going to slow down just because the pressure’s off.

Off the court, Ava is just as likely to be found with a book in her hands. “I love to read,” she said. But once Lone Peak’s matches wrap for the day, don’t be surprised to see her trade the books for a seat with her teammates at the Orleans Arena, catching some of the Lucky Aces college volleyball action.

Her sights are already set beyond Stanford. Ava wants to play professionally, and with Vegas Thrill making its home in this city, there’s a fun full circle possibility sitting out there. Ava, watching college volleyball this weekend, could be back on a Vegas court herself one day, this time as a pro.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247

Ava Burgess Ava Burgess L UT from Lone Peak posted 402 kills, hit a .293%, along with 291 digs. She approaches every set with purpose and intention that carries over into every other aspect of her game.

Not only does she have a heavy, explosive arm swing, but she also has a solid range of tools that help her score just the same. Her roll to the campfire, push to the corner, or swipe off the block make her a strong, efficient attacker.

A terminal player in every aspect of the game who plays undaunted. Ava Burgess Ava Burgess L UT can score from anywhere on the court with power and aggression. Her offensive abilities are second to none in her class. Burgess maintains strong balance in the back row, proving to be dependable in both defense and passing. She carries the pressure of her abilities with maturity and executes in must-have moments.