As a junior, there aren’t too many gyms with a higher jumper than Clearwater volleyball’s Madison Williams. 

Williams boasts a 31-inch max vertical that she attributes to her countless hours in the gym and her natural genetics. 

Starting the season with a 10-1 record has propelled the Indians into elite conversations. Conversations that Williams and the rest of the team talked about being in before the season. 

“Given our team’s high level of talent, my expectations were set quite high,” Williams said. 

“Prior to the season, my goals were clear: improvement under our new coaching staff, winning league, hosting substate, and ultimately making a run at state.” 

With the team playing so well, Williams also has some important standards she holds herself to. 

“Maintaining individual responsibility on the court is most important for me, recognizing that any team member not contributing their share could hinder our collective success, even in the early stages of the season,” Williams said. 

Based on Williams’ mindset, she is only scratching the surface of what she will become. 

“To achieve my personal objectives, I hold myself accountable daily, maintaining focus on the specific areas that require improvement,” Williams said. “To reach our team goals, we build a culture of daily practice, consistency, and sticking together.”

Next on the list of getting better for Williams is the addition of her topspin serve that has made opposing teams look silly. 

“We have Madison working on a topspin serve that is difficult for kids this age as they do not see it often anymore,” head coach Abee Schultz said. “It’s just one more weapon she is working to add to her already impressive arsenal.” 

The junior has no plans on slowing down, and with a slew of accolades, she is hungry for more. 

“As a freshman, I earned second-team recognition, followed by a first-team all-league honors my sophomore year,” Williams said. “I deeply appreciate the talents the Lord has given me and give thanks to Him, recognizing that without Him, none of my accomplishments would be possible.”