CORAL GABLES, Fla. – Quick Hits gives University of Miami volleyball fans an opportunity to get to know the newcomers on the 2016 Hurricanes roster.
After meeting freshmen Sara Duque, Carly Davey and Hannah Sorensen, the latest installment of Quick Hits introduces Canes fans to freshman middle blocker Madison Dill.
Name: Madison Dill
Hometown: Fleming Island, Fla.
High School: St. John’s Country Day School
Major: Undeclared
Q&A
Q: What has your time at Miami been like so far?
A: It has been stressful trying to adjust but, also such a great experience
Q: What has been your favorite part of being a Hurricane?
A: Just being able to represent the “U”
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: Everyone on the team has been so great in helping adjust, especially Brooke McDermott. I asked her so many questions before I got here and she helped me with so much.
Q: What has been the biggest adjustment for you since you arrived?
A: Doing my own laundry
Q: What are you most excited for about being in college?
A: Game days
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I committed to Miami over other schools because: I knew I could get a great education while playing for a top-tier volleyball program. Also, I love the coaching staff
When I think of Miami volleyball, I think of: Hard work
My favorite part of being a Hurricane student-athlete is: Being looked up to by other young volleyball players
If I had to describe the team in one word it would be: Family
Coral Gables is different from my hometown because: South Florida is so different from North Florida, in general
The biggest adjustment from high school to college has been: Living on my own and the classes are so different
When I committed to the University of Miami, I felt: Relieved, happy and excited
I love volleyball because: It’s what I’m best at and I feel most comfortable when I’m on the court
My favorite moment in my volleyball career was: Getting my high school career 1,000th kill during my junior year
Quick Hits
Favorite Meal: Chipotle burrito bowl
Favorite Candy: Sour Patch Kids
Favorite Movie: “The Blind Side”
Favorite TV Show: “One Tree Hill”
Favorite Music Artist: Carrie Underwood
My first pets were: a lab name Pal and a beagle named Buzz
My favorite place on campus is: the bridge that goes over the lake
The farthest place from home I’ve been is: Maribour, Slovenia
If I could be any celebrity, I would be: Carrie Underwood
In my spare time, I like to: sleep
My favorite sport to watch on TV is: beach volleyball
My nicknames are: Madi, Dill, Mad Dog
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