Interest: |
Athletics
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Grade: |
11th
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School: |
North Star Academy
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Location: |
Newark, NJ
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My passion is volleyball.
I discovered volleyball my freshman year of high school. Unfortunately, my middle school could not provide students with this opportunity, but as soon as I got into high school, I took advantage of it. My freshman year was also the first year for the volleyball program itself. I was placed on the varsity team, and ever since, I have started every game. The team was made up of mostly seniors so I did not shine as a hitter as much, but more as a passer. During my sophomore year, my skills really began to develop and my love for the sport emerged. Ever since then, I go home and watch both old and live college volleyball matches. I really can't live without volleyball and I don't know where I would be without it.
Attending the Nike Volleyball Camp with help me explore my passion because I would like to improve my technique and play with people who are at a higher level than I am so I can boost myself up. My sophomore year was when my overhand serve became a powerful force, and my coach and I realized that my arm could be dangerous. ;) This year, I was the MVP in a tournament and for the season. I would like a chance at expanding myself to a higher level and do something that I truly love this summer.
Tania has always been passionate about volleyball even before I met her. I remember when our athletic department was in the beginning stages of setting up the girls volleyball program in 2013, and I received an email from Tania as an 8th grade student. At the time, Tania would have been entering high school the following August, and she was asking about the details of the program such as start dates, try-out etc. It struck me that even though she didn't attend the high school yet, she had somehow heard a rumor that a volleyball program at the high school might be starting and she took the initiative to introduce herself before we had even sent out information to our student body.
From that point, Tania has shown nothing but passion and determination to be successful in the sport. She is often the first to arrive at practice and once practice is over she asks to borrow a ball and head over to Rutgers Newark where she managed to gain access for herself to an outdoor sand-court and she practices until nightfall throughout the fall season. Her positive influence on the team, and the program as a whole, is infectious. Even though she has had very limited access to facilities, she hasn't let that deter her passion for volleyball and her desire to improve in it.
Hi, I would just like to thank everyone who donated to my campaign because the camp was truly a great experience! I had so much fun pursuing my passion. The camp was able to help me understand what level I was at and what I specifically needed to do to improve. Not only were there physical benefits, but it gave me a sense of what college life and independence are like. this was good preparation for the challenges I will have to face in a year when I move on to college. This was truly a great experience!
An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $38
This donation is from your Uncle Sam.
Tania, you go girl. You will make us proud.
Love You, Uncle Sam
An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $100
As Tania's older cousin I have seen her athletic abilities from the time she was very young. It is nice to see she has such a passion for volleyball and wants to further her abilities for the sport. I am happy to help. GO TANIA!
An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $50
I am very proud of Tania and thank God she is interested in something positive to help her. Much success in her future endeavors.
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$213
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Uncommon Summer 2016 Campaign |
$100
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Deborah Arnold |
$100
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Student Contribution |
$99
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John Arnold |
$50
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Walter Arnold |
$38
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Peggy Arnold |
$25
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Matching Donor
Anonymous
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