Amelia’s volleyball success!

A huge congratulations to Year 8 student, Amelia Hui, who is Sydney Catholic Schools’ only member selected in the NSW U/15 Volleyball team. 

How long have you been playing volleyball and who/what inspired you to play?

I’ve been playing volleyball for around one and a half years. I was introduced to the sport by my sister, who encouraged me to join a volleyball development program.

What is involved in being selected for the NSW team?

To be selected for the NSW team, I first had to go through try-outs for the CCC (Combined Catholic Colleges) selection team. After getting through that stage, I then had the chance to trial for the All Schools selection team. Once I was selected for the CCC team, I trained about 3–4 times a week to get ready for the next level and to keep improving my skills. The All Schools try-outs were really tough. The hardest part was competing against players who were two years older than me. They had more experience and were stronger, which made it challenging. But I didn’t let that stop me. I stayed focused, gave it my best, and kept pushing myself to do well.

Do you have any advice for other students wishing to get involved in volleyball?

My advice for people that want to start playing volleyball is to just give it a go—even if you’ve never played before. Volleyball is a sport that welcomes all skill levels, and you’ll be surprised at how quickly you can improve with practice and dedication. Join school teams, development programs, or local clubs to get started and build your confidence.