Ms. Volleyball's skill is exceeded only by her passion

Published: Thursday, Dec. 13 2012 6:25 p.m. MST

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Lone Peak senior Kizzy Willey's skill and passion earn her the Deseret News 2012 Ms. Volleyball Award.

Part of her work ethic may come from the fact that her parents asked her to either help with their ranch or get involved in activities.

"There was no sitting around," said Cindy Willey with a laugh.

Because her mom was a coach, Willey felt the extra burden of proving that her playing time was earned — not a gift.

"She had to work twice as hard to prove herself," said Cindy Willey.

Her passion for the game is exceeded only by her affection for the girls with whom she's shared that beloved court.

"I'm going to miss high school a lot," Kizzy Willey said of leaving early. "High school is different than anything else. It's more rah-rah and school spirit. I'm definitely going to miss that and my teammates."

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J-TX

Allen, TX

Passion, athleticism, skills. Awesome combination.

7:18 a.m. Dec. 14, 2012
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Riverton, Utah

Sounds like a great girl, but my question is how come her eligibility wasn't challenged by UHSAA. Seems like when I read about some of these other athletes whose family moves into different high school boundaries, they become ineligible to More..

9:00 a.m. Dec. 14, 2012
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bcandersen

Pleasant Grove, UT

PH-
UHSAA's rules have exceptions. I too wish they were better at the whole process. However in this case, what the parents had to do in order for her to be eligible, is to fill out forms that the move was for a specific reason other than More..

12:00 p.m. Dec. 14, 2012
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