Lyric Caldwell spent much of the camp doing what she naturally enjoys doing…competing.

One of her favorite moments came during a middle-and-setter 5-on-5 game when she found herself playing left back, a position she does not normally play. During one rally, she made three consecutive saves and helped her team win a point that determined who advanced to the next court.

The sequence stood out because it required her to step outside her comfort zone. She embraced it.

Lyrics’ communication, leadership, and supporting teammates continued to surface. Those qualities translated naturally as the competition increased and athletes were challenged to perform alongside unfamiliar teammates.

One message from the college coaches stayed with her throughout the day.

Her summer includes the USC Women of Troy Camp, strength and conditioning training, and continued work on becoming a more versatile attacker and blocker. Lyric is focused on expanding her game while maintaining the competitive edge that makes her difficult to ignore.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247

Lyric Caldwell Lyric Caldwell 5'9" | MB/RS Crossroads School of Arts and Sciences | 2029 State CA named Top Performer at PrepDig’s Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.

Lyric jumped out of the gym. Her insane hops and timing allowed her to seal blocks early and take away clean swings. She consistently hit a high contact point that made her a threat both offensively and defensively. Her confidence and vocal presence fueled the group’s energy.

Lyric shared that blocking is her superpower, saying she loves popping up and shutting down attackers. She is working toward being a complete player with improved ball control and serve receive, aiming to stay on the court in every rotation. Her goals are clear: earn an Open bid and chase hardware with her team this season. Off the court, she brings fun and hype while being a self-proclaimed foodie who cooks to reset and stay motivated.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247

Lyric Caldwell Lyric Caldwell 5'9" | MB/RS Crossroads School of Arts and Sciences | 2029 State CA Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.