Sophia Edmondson Sophia Edmondson 5'6" | OH San Marcos | 2031 CA wants to be known for more than just a hard swing. She talks about learning to play strategically, using every skill available to her rather than relying purely on power, and she is currently focused on sharpening the speed of her approach to unlock more offense. She describes herself as supportive, hardworking, and diligent, someone who steps into a leadership role on the court no matter the score. She was raised bilingual in Portuguese and English, and while she has lost some of her second language over time, she still understands most of it, a connection to her mother’s Brazilian roots that she carries with pride.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247

Sophia Edmondson earned Top Performer at the SoCal UpNext Showcase, August 29, 2026.

Sophia Edmondson leads with a strong hitting presence and a high energy level that carries through the whole match. She communicates more than anyone else on her team, and her approach stays quiet and effective behind a very strong arm swing. On the defensive side of the net, she challenges opposing attacks with ease, and she keeps her teammates motivated through constant communication and plenty of high fives along the way.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247

Sophia Edmondson Sophia Edmondson 5'6" | OH San Marcos | 2031 CA solidified herself at the Up Next Showcase as a proven performer the moment we scouted her flashing a quiet and effective offensive approach with a very strong-arm swing. On the defensive side of the net, she challenged the offensive attacks with ease, communicated with her teammates with great positivity, motivated the team with her work ethic and there were high fives all around. Her aggressive approach and attack, positions her to make big differences, so look for this pin hitter to make big differences for the upcoming season.

– Anthony Jones (Prep Dig Nevada Scout)