Markaija Bolden
Markaija Bolden
About Markaija
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Michelle Bamford | Prep Dig Scout
A libero/DS from Bakersfield College, Markaija Bolden is a leader by example. Her confidence on defense, nonstop communication, and relentless hustle make her a key presence in the back row. This past year, she took on the challenge of strengthening her setting, despite being told it wasn’t her strength, and put in the work outside the gym with friends, family, and solo reps to turn it into a skill she now takes pride in. Markaija is resilient, focused, and deeply grounded in her purpose both on and off the court.
When asked what draws her to the HBCU experience, she shared:
“What interests me most about playing at an HBCU is playing with people who look like me. Volleyball isn’t that diverse in California, so playing with teammates who reflect me would give me so much more confidence. Being around my people would just feel refreshing, never having to code-switch and just feeling safer and more relaxed overall.”
~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247
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