Senior Spotlight – Bailey Leeke

Plans After Graduation

I will be attending and playing volleyball at the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire! I want to go into some sort of business major or athletic training.

Honors (Volleyball or Academic):

A Honor Roll throughout all of middle and high school
Top 98% percentile for math throughout all years
Student of the Quarter
Award of Academic Excellence

Finish this sentence. I will always remember: (can be life related or volleyball)

The memories made with Lakeville North Volleyball. Building connections with so many people and always being so excited to step into the gym.

What has volleyball taught you?

Volleyball has taught me so much about myself and others. It has taught me how to become a leader and being able to push myself when things become difficult.

What are your goals for your Senior Year?

My goal for my senior year is to get to know everyone in the program a little bit more. I want to connect with everyone and be a person that people can look up to.

Do you have a favorite meal or dessert?

My favorite meal is any type of pasta and my favorite dessert is cookie dough ice cream.

3 Favorite Apps on your phone?

Snapchat, Instagram, and Spotify.

What or who makes you laugh?

My twin brother, Dylan, makes me laugh all of the time. No matter what kind of mood I am in he can always put a smile on my face!

Other activities or organizations you are involved with or enjoy?

I love skiing. I have been skiing since I was 3 years old and I used to race for NASTAR.

What have your coaches taught you?

My coaches have taught me so much from both on and off the court. They have taught me how to become a leader and being a better person overall. I am so appreciative of all the coaches who have impacted me!

How would your family or close friends describe you?

My friends and family would describe me as confident, competitive, and loving.

What are some things you feel you can’t live without?

I can not live without my family, my dog, and Arizona iced tea.

Do you have any superstitions?

I put my right sock on first and then my left.

Do you have any favorite sports teams or athletes?

My favorite football team is the Vikings. My favorite athletes are Harrison Smith and Adam Thielen.

What is one thing you would put on your “bucket” list?

Going skydiving and traveling around the world!

Favorite Quote:

“Everything negative – pressure, challenges – is all an opportunity for me to rise.” – Kobe Bryant

Best memory from LVNVB?

My favorite memory is my sophomore year winning against Lakeville South in the 4th set. Not just winning but the feeling of being able to achieve anything as long as my teammates were by my side.

Advice for younger players?

My advice is to know the importance of being a good teammate. You won’t remember if you won or lost but you will remember the great memories made on and off the court!

Message to my parents:

Thank you for always being there for me every step of the way. I couldn’t be where I am today without you both. You have helped me push myself and continue to help me grow into the person I am today.