Avery Smiley Avery Smiley 5'6" | DS CO is a fierce defensive presence for NORCO 17 Black and one of the anchors of the team’s success. Her ability to cover a tremendous amount of court gives her teammates confidence in serve receive and allows her hitters to stay aggressive. Smiley combines relentless effort, quick footwork, athleticism, and a high volleyball IQ to lead the defense and help push NORCO 17 Black to a National title.

Avery Smiley Avery Smiley 5'6" | DS CO is an elite defender who covers an exceptional amount of court with her quickness and relentless effort. She reads attackers well and consistently makes highlight reel plays, while providing a steady presence in serve receive with the ability to confidently handle a large portion of the court. The senior libero committed to University of Northern Colorado, is expected to be a major difference maker for her high school team this fall.

Avery Smiley Avery Smiley 5'6" | DS CO is the type of defender who seems to anticipate the play before it unfolds. Her exceptional volleyball IQ and ability to read opposing hitters consistently put her in the right position to make plays. Combined with her athleticism, Smiley’s instincts make her a relentless defender who covers a tremendous amount of court and pursues every ball with intensity. These are all qualities that define an elite libero and make her a valuable asset in the back row.

Smiley was the glue in Windsor’s back row. Her defense and passing kept rallies alive, giving her team another chance at scoring.

Avery Smiley Avery Smiley 5'6" | DS/L Windsor | 2027 State CO is a scrappy and reliable libero who thrives in high-pressure moments. She stays low and moves quickly on defense, picking up hard-driven balls with ease. Her ability to absorb powerful hits keeps the ball high and in system, allowing her team to stay in rhythm offensively. She also does a great job covering her hitters, giving her attackers confidence to swing aggressively, knowing she’s there to back them up. With her hustle, court awareness, and ability to better the ball, she’s a key defensive leader in the 2027 class.

Smiley is a top defender in her class. She is athletic, quick, and moves with intention, a quality a lot of other defenders in her class lack. She remains calm and relaxed in the back row, allowing her to pick up tips and shots that otherwise would result in a kill for the opposing team. She provides the back row coverage and defense that allow her teammates to trust her and depend on her. Smiley is a 2027 libero to keep an eye on, she has a very bright future.