Nicole Venema '15 Recruiting Profile
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2014 HighlightsPersonal Statement
I enjoy the challenges of high-level play and excel under pressure. I am a very coachable athlete and highly competitive. When I am on the court I am there to win. I am a good candidate for any team because I give off positive energy,and I work hard not only for myself but for my teammates. I have strong work ethics and know how to move according to the offense. I push myself to the best of my ability and give 110% on and off the court. I am confident in my strategies to motivate my team and to inspire them to also give 110%. I have a good attitude and I am different from other recruits because I always give 110% whether it be in practice or in a game, I am focused on what my job is to do on and off the court. I am excited to move forward in my volleyball career and to further my education.
I aspire to go into the field of exercise science and study the human body. I plan to attend a four year college to obtain my Bachelor's degree while playing volleyball. Although I plan to focus on my studies I would enjoy playing on a collegiate volleyball team to build my character and to build new relationships.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 4 years
- Varsity Starter
- 4 years
- 2014 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #2
Individual Awards
- Honorable Mention All-Conference, 1st Team All-Region, Captain
Team Awards
- Conference Champs, Team Ranked 9th in State Class A
- 2013 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #2
Team Awards
- Conference Champs
- 2012 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #2
- 2011 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #2
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 6 seasons
- 2015 Dead Frogs (Dead Frogs 18 Green)
- 2014 Dead Frogs (18 Club National)
- First Place at the Blue Grass Tournament in Louisville Kentucky. Finished 23rd at Nationals in Orlando Florida.
- 2013 Dead Frogs (16 Club National)
- 2012 Dead Frogs (Club 15 Regional)
- 2011 Dead Frogs (14 Club)
- First Place State Tournament in Grand Rapids, MI.
- 2010 USA michigan, kalamazoo (13 Club Regional)
Coach References
- Travel / Club Coach
- Scott Mais
- Travel / Club Coach
- Alex Culbert
- High School Head Coach
- Michelle DeGroote
- High School Assistant Coach
- Joanna Hall
Events
- Camp/Event
- Southwestern Michigan Athletic Conference Tournament
- 11/01/14 to 11/01/14
- Our Team won the SMAC Conference Tournament and took first place in our Conference. Mattawan High School defeated Portage Central in the Championship match.
- Camp/Event
- AAU Nationals
- 6/17/14 to 6/21/14
- Camp/Event
- Pre-Nationals Tournament
- 6/07/14 to 6/08/14
- Camp/Event
- NJC Tournament
- 5/24/14 to 5/26/14
- Camp/Event
- Volleyfest / Devos Grand Rapids
- 4/26/14 to 4/27/14
- First Place Silver Bracket
Statistics
| Statistic | 2014 Varsity Team | 2013 Varsity Team | 2012 Varsity Team | 2011 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack Kills | 23 | 19 | 14 | 4 |
| Attack Errors | 8 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Attempts | 102 | 120 | 82 | 26 |
| Kill Percentage | 22.5 | 15.8 | 17.1 | 15.4 |
| Digs | 322 | 505 | 229 | 263 |
| Digs/Game | 2.7 | 3.8 | 1.5 | 2.2 |
| Aces | 29 | 48 | 49 | 42 |
| Service Errors | 14 | 38 | 45 | 44 |
| Serving Percentage | 97.0 | 93.4 | 92.1 | 88.5 |
| Games Played | 113 | 403 | All | All |
| Kills/Game | .1 | .1 | ||
| Receiving Chances | 133 | 149 | 121 | |
| Solo Blocks | 1 | |||
| Total Blocks | 1 | |||
| Aces/Game | .3 | .3 | ||
| Matches Played | All | All | ||
| Assist Percentage | .1 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Honors Anatomy and Physiology, the study of the human body. Received an A in the class. Received an A in Advanced Athletic Training. Currently taking AP Environmental Science and receiving an A in the class. Currently Duel Enrolled at KVCC taking a College Writing course.Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Environmental ScienceRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsMember of National Honor Society, Honor Roll academic years 2011-2014. Selected to be a Michigan Student Ambassador of Music participant on European trip Summer 2013. 2012 MHSAA Sportsmanship Summit Representative. Interviewed and featured in the 2011-2012 yearbook as the only freshman to make the varsity volleyball team.
- ActivitiesSelected to be in the Big Brother Big Sister Program for a two year commitment 2013-2015, Vacation Bible School activity leader summer 2012 and summer 2013, Currently participating as a Sunday school teacher assistant, Volunteer at Open Doors homeless shelter community dinners.
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