My University Athlete
6'1
Height
OH
Position
Texas Advantage Volleyball
Club

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Intro

In her own words

Meet the person behind the player.

Hi, I'm Naomi! Thanks for stopping by. Volleyball is one of my greatest passions, but my faith, my family, and my Tongan heritage are what matter most. I'm grateful for opportunities like earning All-District honors, reaching the UIL Texas State Final Four, and finishing 3rd at USA Nationals, but those are just milestones along the journey. Every day is another chance to grow, compete, and become a little better than I was yesterday.

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Clips & Reels

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My Game

Player identity

How I impact the game.

The player behind the film: how I play, how I help a team, and how I respond when the game asks more from me.

outside_hitter / right_side
AggressiveFast-pacedPhysicalTempo-drivenSmart decision-maker

Player identity

I play with passion, energy, and heart! I'm a vocal leader who loves bringing teammates together, making smart decisions and giving 100% every time I compete. Volleyball for me is about more than winning...it's about serving my teammates, getting better and growing, and enjoying the journey with my best friends.

Strengths

What a coach should notice.

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Team impact

What it feels like to play with me.

I love to have fun and celebrate big! I love a good cheer or celebration to remind them to have fun and play loose.

Energy giverHard workerSteadyEncouraging

Practice

I work really hard but also love to have fun and win.

Match

Huge celebrations, lots of excitement and super competitive!

Competitive response

How I respond when it gets hard.

High intensityCompetitivePressure-readyPositive after mistakes

After mistakes

After a mistake I usually shake it off with a next-play mindset.

Reset tool

To reset I usually try to focus on my teammates success to take any self pressure I have on myself.

At my best

I'm at my best when I'm with people I love on the court. This game is so fun!

Still building

To remember I can't control the outcome so quit worrying about it and work hard and have a blast.

Current Spot

Current chapter

Where I am right now.

Current status

Club

Texas Advantage Volleyball · Club

State

TX

Graduating class

Class of 2029

Position

Outside Hitter

Height

6'1"

Jersey

#2

I’m in the Class of 2029 and currently play club for Texas Advantage Volleyball. My current status is Being recruited.

Current Spot

Austin Juniors to TAV

Austin Juniors to TAV 16 Elite

What to notice

Because of family changes, I'm changing clubs to TAV 16 Elite to play for Jason at TAV in Dallas. My bestest friends at Austin Juniors have been my foundation and this was such a hard thing to do, but I'm excited for the growth this will bring personally and get to know my new team.

Right now

What to know about this stage.

The context around this chapter — the stage, situation, and current transition someone should understand right now.

Recently changed clubs

Current chapter

I've played Outside Hitter, Opposite and Middle Blocker so I guess I'm a true Pin. I love being creative with my setters and doing fun quick plays and moving around the net. I've been playing for Austin Juniors and had an incredible run at Nationals; Top 3 in the country with some of my very best friends.

Active focus

What I’m focused on right now.

I'm constantly working on being faster, quicker arm swing, jumping higher, passing accuracy and better at the fundamentals every single day. Currently training with people like Kim Maroon, she's helped with my passing fundaments in addition to what I've learned from my AJV and Salado coaches.

Current Spot

Fundamentals with Kim Maroon

What to notice

This shows what I’m focused on right now.

Who I Am

Beyond the player

The person a program would be inviting in.

In my own words

When I'm not playing volleyball, you'll usually find me with my family. My faith in Jesus Christ, my Tongan culture, and the traditions we've built together mean everything to me. I love being outside playing pickup sports, making memories with my younger siblings, or spending a relaxing night watching a good show with my sisters.

Values

What shapes how I show up.

My family and I are members of The Church of Jesus Christ. I try to live like Him and learn from his life through the scriptures. He was the ultimate leader.

I am the 3rd of 5 children. We were able to welcome my little brother and little sister into our family and helping raise them has taught me so much. I love my sisters and brother so much.

My father comes from a first generation Tongan family. His father came over from the island of Tonga and this culture of love, service and spirit is a huge part of our family.

I've learned through service, work and other jobs how important it is to give back. I've loved working with many of the kids in our community through volunteer service, camps and other things that helps me look outside myself.

Every business that my parents have run, they've involved us in every step. I've loved putting on different Alpha Leadership events (like this one collaborating with MLV), it's taught me so much confidence in my abilities.

My mom played volleyball at Washington State, my father played football at BYU and my aunts played at St. Francis, BYU and professionally beyond.

My dad has spent the past five years working as Dwayne Johnson's photo and stunt double. His job has brought many fun opportunities for our family.

Support + growth

How to get the best from me.

Direct feedback helps me grow when its clear and constructive.

I want to be held in a high standard in a healthy way.

I appreciate a good relationship with my coaches. Jokes, fun, all of it.

After mistakes I continue to learn to be present and reset.

I am working on staying locked in when pressure rises.

Program presence

What a team can expect from me.

I try to help my teammates feel seen and important

I don't like to waste a lot of time. I like to get things done in the weight room and on the court.

No matter what position I've been put in, I like to do my best. From Outside to Opposite to Middle Blocker, I like to be dominant in that position.

What Others Say

Street Credibility

The proof other people already see.

Media mentions, rankings, awards, coach comments, teammate quotes, and public proof that backs up the story.

All District

All District

All District First Team

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All District First Team

Recognition: Award

From: All District First Team

All District First Team Honors as a freshman

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Reviews & Receipts

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Recognition: Media mention

From: PrepDig Outstanding Outsides

Year: 2026

Guilherme Torres mentions Naomi as one of the Outstanding Outsides at FAST Invitational

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Recognition: Media

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Recognition: Media

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My Vision

Next level

The future I’m building toward.

Future path

I'd love to join a program where I can contribute early. And playing for the right people and the right coaches is so very important.

Future path

Where I’m going next.

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Contribute early
Future path

Future path

Contribute Early

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Future path

Contribute Early

I'd love to join a program where I can contribute early. And playing for the right people and the right coaches is so very important.

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Compete at highest level
Future path

Future path

Compete At Highest Level

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Future path

Compete At Highest Level

I compete best when I play against the best. I want to play at the highest level I can to challenge myself and get better every day.

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Make lasting relationships
Future path

Future path

Make Lasting Relationships

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Future path

Make Lasting Relationships

Volleyball is where I meet my best friends. I want to join a program where I can enjoy and have fun with the people I'm around.

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Be college-ready
Future path

Future path

Be College Ready

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Future path

Be College Ready

I train and work hard daily so I can progress in all that I do. I can't wait to play college one day!

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Fit

The kind of fit that helps me become my best.

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Direct + constructive
Coach fit

Coach fit

Direct + Constructive

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Coach fit

Direct + Constructive

Direct feedback helps me stay focused and learn my best.

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Development-minded
Coach fit

Coach fit

Development Minded

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Coach fit

Development Minded

I want a coach who can see my potential and help build it.

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Cares about me as a person
Coach fit

Coach fit

Cares About Me As A Person

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Coach fit

Cares About Me As A Person

I want a coach that cares about me on and off the court.

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Human First
Coach fit

Coach fit

Human First

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Coach fit

Human First

I'd love for a coach to realize my potential in my career on and off the court.

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Team culture
School fit

School fit

Team Culture

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School fit

Team Culture

Having great teammates is super important and I thrive when I'm surrounded by good people.

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School fit

School fit

Volleyball Level

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School fit

Volleyball Level

I want to play at the highest possible level that's best for me.

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Highlights, posts and life outside of volleyball!

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Contact

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