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Nadiya Johnson's Journey to the Junior National Team

December 8, 2025
Watch volleyball prodigy Nadiya Johnson discuss her swift rise in the sport and her experiences with the junior national team.
In this feature, we spotlight Nadiya Johnson, a standout outside hitter at Metro Volleyball Club in Washington, D.C. Despite joining the volleyball scene later than many peers, Nadiya's talent shone brightly last summer when she traveled to the Olympic headquarters in Colorado Springs to play with the junior national team. Her experience there was transformative, intensifying her commitment to the sport. Nadiya has also committed to play college volleyball at Baylor, drawn by the school's culture, community, and coaching staff. Her story is a testament to determination and passion fueling athletic achievement.