Mentorship That Builds Confidence
Led by college volleyball players who know what it’s like to be in her shoes — RIZE is a space where young athletes feel seen, supported, and inspired.
Our Mentors are ready to help grow the next generation!
I am interested in mentoring young athletes to help them overcome fears and insecurities that once almost stopped me from playing the sport I love. I believe it’s important to create your own strategies to overcome those moments and learn how to enjoy the ride.
- Marina Acevedo | Barry University
Being an older sister to a little sister, I’ve felt like I’ve always connected with young girls and have always wanted to help them grow into not only great athletes, but strong, respectful, kind young women.
- Ivana Žujović | Barry University
START HER MENTORING JOURNEY
TELL US ABOUT HER
Start by filling out our Mentorship Match Form so we can get to know your athlete — her goals, challenges, and what kind of mentor might be the best fit.
CHECK THE CALENDAR
After that, you can check our Event Calendar to see if we have any upcoming Open Gym Socials or in-person Mentor Match events.
MEET HER MENTOR
If there are no upcoming events, we’ll schedule a Zoom with one of our mentors — personally selected based on her profile.
Parents are welcome (and encouraged) to join that first call!
unLEASH her full potential
Through Powerful Mentorship
Build Confidence on and off the court
Get Guidance from someone who’s lived the volleyball journey
Learn How to Handle Pressure, Performance & Team Dynamics
Stay Motivated through tough practices and long seasons
Feel Seen & Supported by someone close in age
WHAT MAKES RIZE DIFFERENT!
At RIZE, we believe connection comes before coaching.
That’s why we start with in-person volleyball events — where athletes meet their mentors face-to-face in a fun, competitive, and empowering environment.
Our Open Gym Social Nights give girls a chance to:
🏐 Play alongside real college volleyball players
💬 Ask questions, get feedback, and build trust
👭 Meet the mentor who might walk this journey with them
Once the connection is made, athletes join our online platform for structured mentorship — with someone they already know and respect.
We don’t just match players with random mentors.
We create moments, then build the mentorship around them.
Every RIZE mentor is a current college volleyball athlete who’s been right where your daughter is — navigating club, tryouts, tournaments, team dynamics, and the pressure to perform.
They’re not just here to coach — they’re here to connect, support, and uplift. Each mentor is selected for their leadership, relatability, and heart for giving back to the sport they love.
MEET THE MENTORS INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION OF VOLLEYBALL STARS
MIA REESE
BARRY UNIVERSITY
OUTSIDE HITTER
MACKENZIE PRIOR
BARRY UNIVERSITY
OUTSIDE HITTER
ELLA KERN
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN U
OUTSIDE HITTER
SOPHIA CARUSO
TENNESSEE
LIBERO
BRIGHTEN SEDMACK
PALM BEACH
OUTSIDE HITTER
OLIVIA ANIOL
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN U
OUTSIDE HITTER
NATALYA BERGANT
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN U
OUTSIDE HITTER
IVANA ZUJOVIC
BARRY UNIVERSITY
OUTSIDE HITTER
ISABELLA RANGEL
BARRY UNIVERSITY
BEACH
MARINA ACEVEDO
BARRY UNIVERSITY
BEACH
BROOKE SPURGEON
NSU
LIBERO/DS
TAYLOR STOCKMAN
NSU
LIBERO/DS
ANA PEREZ
BARRY UNIVERSITY
LIBERO/DS
SARAH WILLEY
BARRY UNIVERSITY
LIBERO/DS
NAYLANI FELICIANO
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
LIBERO
MENTORSHIP TIERS
Choose the level of support that fits your athlete’s goals.
Three simple tiers. One powerful connection