Russ Rose Then (2001): “I am really pleased with Cara’s development.  I thought she had a great freshman year.  She is as mature an athlete and person as we have had in a long time.  She is in control of every aspect of her life.  She’s a good student, a good volleyball player, and is very focused.  That’s a great reflection on the type of person she is.  We look forward to her continued development into one of our top offensive players.”

Russ Rose Now (2025):

Before Penn State: A four-year starter at middle hitter and three-time captain at Harrison High School; was a member of the Unior National team in the summer of 1999; in 1998, led high school team to a school-record 31 wins and a state final four appearance; played in the 2000 Indiana State All Games in both volleyball and basketball; also lettered four years in basketball and one year in track.

“Smith eclipses 1000-kill milestone in Lions’ weekend win,” The Daily Collegian, Sept. 22, 2003