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Alum Spotlight

Jenna Hathaway

2025 VAVA Alum

What years were you part of the club?

    I was apart of VAVA from 2021-2025

What originally drew you to join the club?
    I originally joined because I was looking for a place I could not only improve my volleyball skills at, but could form real bonds with the girls I played with.

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What did being part of this club mean to you?
    I met so many amazing people during my time playing at Vava, many of whom are now my lifelong friends!

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What is your favorite memory from your time at VAVA?

    My favorite memory is my last tournament during my 18s season, getting to play one last time with the girls I had shared the court with for the last four years was sad, but it was amazing to see how much we grew together.​

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What have you been up to since graduating?
    Since graduating, I’ve been playing division 3 volleyball at Stevens institute of technology! 

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How has volleyball stayed a part of your life?

    For me, being able to play volleyball at this level has allowed to me to pursue studies in a time consuming major, engineering, while still getting to play competitive volleyball. Getting to play the sport I love has truly made my college experience better.

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What advice would you give to younger players who are interested in playing volleyball in college? 
    I would say my biggest piece of advice for younger players looking to play in college is to don’t be scared to reach out to a lot of schools. You’re not going to hear back from everyone, but it’ll be a lot easier to get on a coaches radar if you express interest in their program.


Favorite food?
   Pasta

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Favorite movie/Tv show?
     Interstellar

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Dogs or Cats? 
    Dogs!!

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Favorite color?
     Pink 


Morning person or night owl?
    Morning

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Hobbies besides volleyball?
    Gardening, reading, traveling

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