Samantha Back
Jersey #4
Graduation Year: 2028
High School: Mercer Island HS
GPA: 3.93
Birthdate: 2/25/2010
Height: 5' 6"
Positions: OPP/S
Hits: Left
Standing Reach: 6'11"
Standing Jump: 8'4"
Jump with Approach: 8'8"
Vertical: 21"
Ball Velocity:
Academic Achievements: Winner of the NY Times 8th Annual Podcast Feature Story Competition, Winner of the IBS Awards Best Play-by-Play Sports Broadcast for Volleyball
Athletic Achievements: Won most inspirational JV school year and won best leader in freshman year for the JVC team.
Community Service: Volunteer for KMIH Radio, including, Juneteenth Booth, Elementary Culture Nightstand, Coach volleyball for rec leagues, Church events volunteer
Expected Major: Chemistry, Engineering
Clearinghouse:
Parents: Dawn & James Back
Home Town: Mercer Island, WA
High School Coach: Shayda Sanii
shayda.sanii@mercerislandschools.org
SVA Contact: Jr. Kitiona
info@seattlevolleyballacademy.com
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