Blake Gurney
Blake Gurney
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Michelle Bamford | Prep Dig Scout
One of the benefits of attending a college camp is hearing different voices.
For Blake Gurney, that became one of the most valuable parts of the experience.
Athletes spend most of the season working with the same coaches, hearing the same terminology, and viewing the game through a familiar lens. This camp offered a chance to hear how different college coaches evaluate players and what details stand out to them.
That perspective reinforced something Blake already seems to embrace.
Growth requires ownership.
Whether it was communication, body language, or defensive decision-making, she recognized that development does not happen by accident. Athletes have to be willing to absorb information, apply it, and continue building their game.
As the day progressed, she found herself leaning into leadership and communication, two qualities that naturally fit the libero position.
With Nationals, beach tournaments, camps, and training all ahead, Blake’s summer schedule is full. The willingness to continue learning from different coaches may end up being one of her greatest assets.
~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247
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Blake Gurney effort level is difficult to ignore. She covers ground well, competes for every ball, and consistently brings an aggressive defensive mindset that allows her to impact rallies beyond the initial contact.
~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247
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Blake Gurney enters this stage of development as a versatile athlete transitioning from setter to libero, and her responses reflected a player embracing adaptability and coachability. She spoke about wanting to showcase her passing, energy, and court presence, while also emphasizing the importance of body language and emotional consistency.
Gurney repeatedly referenced staying positive, composed, and confident during competition. Those details matter because coaches consistently evaluate how athletes stabilize environments when matches become stressful. Her ability to combine grit, competitiveness, and emotional steadiness gives her a strong developmental foundation moving forward.
~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247
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