Peyton MacLeod '23 Recruiting Profile

My Story:

As a former Competitive Gymnast and Competitive Dancer, I came to Volleyball relatively ‘late’ and began my volleyball career in 14U.  I simply loved the game and fortunately was provided the opportunity to play competitively!  As I am accustomed to 20+ hours a week training, given my previous dance experience, I also trained privately in order to develop my technical volleyball skills and ensure a strong contribution to my team. This commitment and dedication paid off as I was encouraged by a number of coaches to attend their Club tryouts the following year. This hard work and dedication to further my athletic development allowed me to land on a top competitive team and in the starting lineup in 15U.  My development as a player was further reinforced with a commitment to ASAD (Athletic Student Athlete Development program overseen by the Ontario Volleyball Association) where I trained ½ days 5 days a week with both on court technical training and strength training to further support both my development as an athlete and therefore my contribution to my team.  In this program, I learned to love Strength Training and Conditioning and cannot wait for time in the gym and weight training! I always feel so energized after a session!  

Given my height, I was a natural choice for a ‘middle’.  However, I am also known for my hard hitting. As a result, I am expanding my skill on the court and also being developed as a ‘right side’ hitter in 16U.  I was taught early that ball control is king and if you can control the ball, you can control the game. My defensive game is strong as a result. My coaches recognize that I am a well-rounded player who can be relied upon to come thru for her teammates.  I can hit, pass, block and serve but my strength is the ability to read the court, identify weak spots and make quick decisions about where to place the ball.  As a server, I can place the ball anywhere on the court and have the ability to ‘mix-it up’, serving both short and deep, float and spin and have been known to go on long serving runs as a result – having been on serving runs of 12+ serves on more than one occasion. However, my favorite part of the game is offensive play and nothing is more satisfying than a hard hit and fast moving smash that you know the other team cannot touch! It is so gratifying!  

Given current restrictions, I am continuing to strength training daily and working hard to improve both my strength and fitness in preparation for the return of play.

I am extremely academic with a 4.0 GPA out of 4.0.  I am looking for a strong educational institution as I look forward to a career in Investment Banking preferably on Wall Street! In addition, I want to continue to play volleyball competitively and continue to contribute to my team, my institution and my leadership growth both on and off the court!!!