Westmoore’s Sadie Scarberry
By Elizabeth Contreras
Volleyball has been a part of Sadie Scarberry’s life since she was 8 years old. Introduced to the game by her mom, a former player who also coached her first YMCA team, Scarberry quickly found her rhythm and passion for the sport. By nine, she was competing at the club level and hasn’t looked back since.
“My favorite thing about volleyball is all the friendships I’ve made along the way and the memories traveling with my mom,” she says.
Playing as outside hitter means Scarberry must be ready for anything, whether it’s contributing at the net, digging tough shots, or keeping her cool under pressure.
“I love being in difficult situations and finding ways to score,” she shares.
Now a junior at Westmoore High School, Scarberry is a quiet powerhouse on a team she describes as “very family oriented.”
“We support one another, uplift each other, and celebrate each other’s success,” Scarberry says. “What people don’t always see from the stands is how much work we put in, day in day out, whether it’s lifting weights, practicing, or being a service-oriented team.”
When it comes to influences, Scarberry is quick to give credit to her coaches. “They genuinely care about each and every one of us,” she adds. Their guidance has sharpened her mental game, especially when things don’t go as planned.
That support has helped Scarberry bounce back from tough losses and off days with a clearer head.
“It’s taught me humility,” Scarberry says. “I’m very competitive and don’t like to lose. I try to look for open shots and ways to score.”
When she isn’t performing at her best, she doesn’t dwell on mistakes. Instead, she takes the lesson, makes the adjustment, and moves on to the next game.
As she heads into her final two seasons of high school volleyball, Sadie Scarberry’s focus is clear: “I just want to have fun playing the game and be a good leader and example to the underclassmen.”
Her love for the game paired with a team-first mindset continues to set the tone for those around her. Whether it’s making an important play or offering encouragement from the sidelines, Scarberry doesn’t just lead, she sets the standard one play and one teammate at a time.
