2024 FRESHMAN - Became a key member of Grace’s lineup, appearing in every match of Grace’s championship season … had 27 kills and 15 aces on the year … finished fifth on the team in digs with 266, averaging 2.13 per set … had a serve receive percentage of .962, tops on the team … had a season-high 15 digs against both Mt. Vernon Nazarene and Spring Arbor … tallied 20 digs across the final two matches of the year, including the NCCAA national semifinals and championship victory … notched 13 digs in an upset of No. 16 IU Kokomo … also had 13 digs in an upset of No. 25 Mt. Vernon Nazarene … had four kills and nine digs in a victory over No. 6 Midland … tallied 10 digs in three sets versus No. 9 Indiana Wesleyan … reached double-digit digs in 10 matches … had 10 digs and three kills versus (RV) Aquinas.
PREP - Earned Second Team All-State recognition for Blackhawk Christian … voted as Second Team All-Northeast Indiana … helped the Braves to a 1A state championship as a junior … saw the Braves boast a 28-9 record as a senior, including a run to the semi-state … served up 101 aces as a senior, ranking 12th in the state … tallied 380 digs, 224 kills and 20 blocks during her final season … was named to the Senior 1A/2A All-Star Team … chosen as the team’s Defensive Player of the Year.
QUOTES - “I loved the godly atmosphere, beautiful campus and the community when I visited Grace. I’m excited to grow and be challenged both academically and athletically.”
GET TO KNOW OLIVIA
Major: Elementary education
Dream job: Fashion designer/makeup artist
Favorite movie: The Map of Tiny Perfect Things
Favorite musical artist: Zach Bryan
Something interesting about me: I have a big sweet tooth.
Favorite TV show: Stranger Things
Life verse: Psalm 139:17-18
Best thing about Grace Volleyball: Grace has the best teammates and coaching staff. It emphasizes a selfless environment.
If I didn’t play my sport, I’d play: Gymnastics
Why I chose Grace: Loving community, my second home
My hidden talent: I can do a backflip.
