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Lyla Nelson

Lyla Nelson

Lyla Nelson

Setter/DS/L
2028 Class
5'7" Height
Northwest Waukee School
Iowa PowerPlex VBC Club
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Lyla
Nelson S/DS/L
Class
2028
Height
5'7"
HS
Northwest Waukee
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IA
It’s fair to say that Iowa PowerPlex setters played a big role in running the show last weekend....
Evaluation by Austin Kingsley
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About Lyla

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

Quick moving, smart decision making when it comes to setting the right hitters at the right time. Hustler with a strong driven flat serve.

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

I was a gymnast so mentally strong and I have had my mom/aunt for a coach for many years. I am a good teammate and always put the team first.

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

I was a competitive gymnast for many years but now just do volleyball, track and stay involved at church when I can in the program I was confirmed.

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

I like to babysit when I have time and am good with little kids. I help at church sometimes and attend the HS youth group when it doesn't conflict with practice. This has helped me with patience and understanding.

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

My mom is the club director as well, that has put me in some hard situations. Friends sometimes have tried to use me to get answers from my mom. She doesn't share info with me and they don't always believe that and it has been difficult. Also, I have played with other setters who don't want to see me succeed and I still support them.

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Lyla
Nelson S/DS/L
Class
2028
Height
5'7"
HS
Northwest Waukee
|
IA
Lyla Nelson
It’s fair to say that Iowa PowerPlex setters played a big role in running the show last weekend....
Written by Austin Kingsley
Read more at PrepDig.com
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It’s fair to say that Iowa PowerPlex setters played a big role in running the show last weekend. We’ll start with Nelson, an agile sophomore setter with a wealth of defensive grit in the right-back area. Even if she’s not handling the second contacts, Nelson’s relentless floor defense allows her team to grind through marathon rallies. Her quickness translates well to the setter spot, as Nelson can get her feet to the ball and track down errant passes. PowerPlex 16U Nelson will surely benefit from this all-around prowess.

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