Payton Elward '24 Recruiting Profile

My name is Payton Elward.  I tried several other sports before I found volleyball and it became my passion.  I am currently still a dual sport athlete as I am also playing lacrosse in high school and hope to be able to continue to do so until I graduate. I enjoy volleyball for its constant action on and off the court, learning to work closely with my teammates and the trust that is built knowing we each have a specific job on the court.  When it comes to my technical skills, I have been told I am versatile in my ability to play any position and I am eager to play the position on the court that best helps my team.

I would like to continue my volleyball career while working through college.  I am a dedicated player and student and eager to continue to better myself as an athlete and student.  I am very supportive of my teammates and believe my teammates to be family.  I work during team practice and outside of team practice on my own so I can be the best version of myself on and off the court.  I always strive to improve and am very coachable.  I welcome feedback from all of my coaches so that I can get better at my skills.  I always keep a positive attitude and encourage my teammates to do the same.  I am currently playing setter/OPP but have also played libero and done very well in defensive positions. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile.