Russ Rose Then (2000): Solena has been in the program for a couple of years and knows what we are looking for in a back row player.  I would expect to see her continue to provide steady defense and a consistent serve.”

Russ Rose Now (2025): Selena was from New York. She was a terrific back row player who always had a smile and always was very mature and responsible. So she was a good student. She was a good teammate. She worked hard in practice.  She was a pleasure to have in the program.

Before Penn State: Four-year letterwinner for the Minisink High School Warriors; earned all-state and all-conference honors; Warriors team captain and MVP in 1996; also lettered one year in track.