The 2021 Rainbow Wahine volleyball roster looks complete as head coach
Robyn Ah Mow announced the addition of Turkish standout Ilayda Demirtas.
ILAYDA DEMIRTAS
Opposite hitter/pin attacker - Adana, Turkey - Gelisim College (HS)
THE PLAYER: A 6-5 pin attacker, Demirtas plays on the right side of the court, which is how she projects according to the coaching staff. Demirtas won Izmir Championship in 2019-20 and 2017-18 seasons and while placing third in the nation in 2017-18 season and runner up in the Izmir Championships in 2018-19, all with Gelisim College Sports Club.
WHY HAWAII? "I selected Hawaii beacuse of the athletic and academic exellence of its programs and the tradition of winning in the sport I love and excel at, volleyball. I'm an accomplished player here in Turkey and want to grow further as a student-athlete in the outstanding setting of Hawaii. And, there is perfect unity on the team, everyone always supports each other. At the same time, Coach Robyn's execellent game knowledge and staff who give constant feedback to players is very important to me."
SCOUTING REPORT: "A physical opposite that has played at a high level through her high school and club career in Turkey. She will add size to our front row block and has a heavy arm when attacking. We are extremely excited to see Ilayda grow into her own when she reaches Manoa and starts competing alongside her teammates when fall training camp begins in August." - Ah Mow
