Russ Rose Then (2001): “Emily is an experienced player.  We thought she made some good contributions last year and in the spring.  What I especially like about Emily is that she is outwardly competitive.  She’s not afraid to compete.”

Russ Rose Now (2025):

Before Penn State: A four-year starter as a defensive specialist at Ambridge Area High School; also lettered for three years in softball and basketball; led team to undefeated seasons and the sectional championship in 1996, 1997 and 1999; a first-team all-section choice during her sophomore, junior and senior seasons; was a straight “A” Scholar Athlete in grades 9-12; holds Ambridge Area High School-record for career digs (795); set school-record for single season serve receive average during senior season at 2.48; played for Penn Juniors Volleyball Club; led Penn Juniors to an 11th place finish at the National Junior Olympic Tourney in New Orleans in 1999.

Four seniors say goodbye after playing final regular season match,” The Daily Collegian, Nov. 24, 2003