By Matt Browning
Minneapolis’ Raelyn Robinson seemed destined to be a high school volleyball player.
“My mom played volleyball for Nemaha Valley, who had a very successful program, so she always loved the game and encouraged me to play,” Robinson said. “It wasn’t long before I developed a strong love and passion for volleyball as well.”
Over her three years of high school volleyball, Robinson has progressively improved her postseason accolades. She went from being an honorable mention all-league selection as a freshman to being a first team all-league selection last season.
Robinson sets high expectations for herself, so she has lofty goals for the 2024 season.
“A few goals I have this season are to reach 1000 career digs and to continue to be a positive leader on the court,” Robinson said. “I hold myself to a high expectation and limit my mistakes to ensure I am doing everything in my control to help my team.”
With everything she is involved in, Robinson has little free time, but she wouldn’t have it any other way.
“Outside of volleyball I participate in FFA, NHS, YAF, Book Club, basketball and golf,” Robinson said. “I hold the Treasurer office in FFA, NHS, and YAF. Between all of these activities I have very little free time, but I always value the experience I gain in leadership and teamwork from each one.”
