HONOLULU – University of Hawai'i Rainbow Wahine beach volleyball coach
Angelica Ljungqvist announced the signings of a trio of talented players who will make their way to Manoa next fall. Joining UH are Amirah Ali, Cami Loker and Megan Widener.
"We're so happy to have these three exceptional players join our program," Ljungvist said. "I've really enjoyed getting to know each of them over the last few months. What I've discovered is that they are not only great players, but incredible young ladies off the court as well. We can't wait for them to join the team next fall."
Rainbow Wahine Beach Volleyball Recruiting Class
Amirah Ali | 6-2 | Temecula, Calif. | Rancho Christian HS | Wave Volleyball Club
Cami Loker | 5-9 | Carlsbad, Calif. | Carlsbad HS | Tamarack BVC
Megan Widener | 5-11 | San Marcos, Calif. | San Marcos HS | Tamarack BVC
Amirah Ali
Height: 6-2
High School: Rancho Christian HS
Club: Wave Beach
Hometown: Temecula, Calif.
An indoor crossover who boasts a long frame, natural athleticism and whip arm…competed in the 2020 AAU Junior National Beach Volleyball Championships in Chula Vista, Calif…qualified for the 2018 AAU Junior Olympic Games in Santa Monica…finished third at the AAU Spalding Open in Hermosa Beach…also an all-CIF indoor player at Rancho Christian High School….has major potential written all over her as she transitions full-time to beach volleyball.
Cami Loker
Height: 5-9
High School: Carlsbad HS
Club: Tamarack Beach
Hometown: Carlsbad, Calif.
A seasoned beach veteran who's developed into a gritty defender and effective attacker…a regular in the Tamarack BVB lineup, where she was teammates with fellow UH signee Megan Widener…competed in the 2019 BVCA U16 National Championships…finished third at the 2019 World Mega Showcase event…also the captain of the surf team at Carlsbad High School…. younger sister of two-year UH starter and 2019 NCAA all-tournament selection
Kylin Loker.
Megan Widener
Height: 5-11
High School: San Marcos HS
Club: Tamarack Beach
Hometown: San Marcos, Calif.
A naturally ambidextrous, all-around player who is gifted with a powerful left hand…became a regular on the AVP junior national podium after moving to North County San Diego from her native North Carolina.…captured the 2019 USA Volleyball U16 national championship…finished runner-up at the 2019 AVPFirst National Championship in Hermosa Beach…captured the 2018 Ocean Beach San Diego U16 title…named to the 2017 JVA Beach Watch List…a multi-year captain for Tamarack Volleyball.
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