Setting For Greatness w/ Pro Volleyball Player Jaimeson Lee
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The Started With A Dream Podcast w/ Jacolby Gilliam
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In this episode of The 9INE POINT Started With A Dream Podcast,
Jacolby Gilliam welcomes Jaimeson Lee, a professional volleyball
player, playing in Portugal and represented by Athletes Abroad.
Jaimeson shares today her inspiring story of how she found her
love for volleyball.
Growing up with athletic parents, Jaimeson has always been
surrounded by sports. She shares that her dream as a younger
athlete was to play in D1 and how that dream has evolved over
time. She discusses how she decided to attend George Washington
University and the struggles she faced while trying to balance
volleyball, school, and social life. She talks about going pro
and how she has found friendship and not just team bonding with
her teammates. The episode comes to a close as Jaimeson offers
advice to younger athletes on how to stop comparing themselves to
others and to never give up.
Key Points:
Jaimeson’s dream when she was a younger athlete
Growing up with athletic parents and how that influenced
Jaimeson
Transitioning into a setter
Realizing her dream was possible
Jaimeson’s goal as a player
What makes a great setter?
Building the friendship culture among teammates
Navigating volleyball, school, and social life
A defining moment; deciding to go pro
Preparing for what’s to come
Quotes:
“My biggest thing is wanting to play. I didn't want to go to a
big school and sit on the bench for two or three years behind
another sitter.”
“If volleyball were to end for me, would I be happy here?”
“What commitment is that person willing to make to be the best
setter and player that they can be in the future?”
“Stop comparing yourself to other people, and just work with what
you've got because it's enough.”
Connect with 9INE POINT:
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Connect with Jaimeson Lee:
Athletes Abroad Website
Athletes Abroad Instagram
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