Quick Hits with Carly Davey
CORAL GABLES, Fla. – Quick Hits gives University of Miami volleyball fans an opportunity to get to know the newcomers on the 2016 Hurricanes roster.
In the first installment of Quick Hits, Canes fans got to meet freshman defensive specialist Sara Duque from Plantation, Fla. The latest edition of Quick Hits features another defensive specialist from Florida, Jacksonville native Carly Davey.
Name: Carly Davey
Hometown: Jacksonville, FL
High School: Providence School of Jacksonville
Major: Undeclared
Q&A
Q: What has your time at Miami been like so far?
A: So far, it has been very fun. I have met a lot of other athletes and have really enjoyed being on campus with everyone.
Q: What has been your favorite part of being a Hurricane?
A: My favorite part about being a Hurricane is getting to be a part of such an amazing program. I have really enjoyed getting know all of my teammates and classmates, as well.
Q: Has anyone taken you under their wing, shown you around and helped with your transition to college? If so, who, and how have they helped you adjust?
A: All of the older volleyball girls have been very helpful. They have given me advice, showed me around campus, and helped me with my transition from high school to college.
Q: What has been the biggest adjustment for you since you arrived?
A: The biggest adjustment for me has been being away from my family and friends.
Q: Are there any classes you are taking so far that you like?
A: English 105 is very fun and interesting. My professor is very nice, funny and understanding.
Q: What made you choose your major?
A: I am leaning toward majoring in some kind of science, but I have not decided exactly what I would like to major in yet.
Q: What are you most excited for about being in college?
A: I am most excited about traveling for volleyball games during the season.
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I committed to Miami over other schools because: Miami’s campus is absolutely gorgeous, and I love the weather here
When I think of Miami volleyball, I think of: hard work, determination, unity, drive and success
My favorite part of being a Hurricane student-athlete is: meeting other athletes from different sports teams
If I had to describe the team in one word it would be: dedicated
The biggest adjustment from high school to college has been: trying to juggle school, volleyball and workouts
When I committed to the University of Miami, I felt: excited
I love volleyball because: it is very fun and I really enjoy being a part of a team
My favorite moment in my volleyball career was: going to the state final four my junior year
Quick Hits
Favorite Athlete: Hannah Sorensen
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Green Bay Packers
Favorite Meal: pizza
Favorite Candy: Snickers
Favorite Movie: “The Heat”
Favorite TV Show: “Grey’s Anatomy”
Favorite Music Artist: Pink
My first pets were: dogs
My favorite place on campus is: Starbucks
My favorite University of Miami alumni is: Kalysta White
The farthest place from home I’ve been is: Jamaica
If I could be any celebrity, I would be: Gigi Hadid
If I could take a vacation anywhere in the world, I would travel to: Bora Bora
In my spare time, I like to: go to the beach, as well as hang out with friends and family
My favorite sport to watch on TV is: football
My nicknames are: Car and Carl
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