Emma Eskew is detail-oriented, and that has served her well on the volleyball court.
The Warrenton sophomore outside hitter, who was recently honored with a GAC North all-conference second-team selection for her play this season, said she knows that the little things matter.
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Emma Eskew is detail-oriented, and that has served her well on the volleyball court.
The Warrenton sophomore outside hitter, who was recently honored with a GAC North all-conference second-team selection for her play this season, said she knows that the little things matter.
“This (will) make me (want to) work harder on my game,” Eskew said. “It has taught me so much that I will bring with me throughout my life, like to never give up on something you love and don’t overlook the small things in life.”
Eskew’s approach led to maintaining a 2.21 serve-receive, 62 kills and 84 digs in GAC North plays. She also amassed 126 kills, 111 digs and 11 Aces throughout the season.
Warrenton coach Kayla Nelson said her sophomore is laying the groundwork not just for her personal career but for the team’s collective efforts as well.
“Emma’s effort as just a sophomore shows the incredible foundation being built for both her and the program,” Nelson said. “Her drive to improve and elevate those around her sets the tone for what’s expected within our team. With her leadership and passion, the future of our program looks strong and full of potential.”
Nelson said that Eskew is the complete package, not only as an athlete but also as a person. The coach said that an in-season injury, which sidelined her for a bit, did little to slow her down on the court when she returned.
“She embodies everything you want in a player – grit, commitment, and a love for the game,” Nelson said. “Even after her injury, she returned without hesitation, performing at a high level and inspiring her teammates. Her consistency and selflessness make her stand out both on and off the court.”
The coach added that Eskew acted like a clarifying figure for her teammates.
Though just a sophomore, Eskew did plenty to bring the team together, like any natural-born leader would.
“Emma is the type of person who makes everyone around her better,” Nelson said. “She leads with authenticity, positivity, and an unmatched work ethic. Her teammates trust her, follow her example, and feed off her competitive spirit. Those intangibles – leadership, resilience, and heart – make her a cornerstone of our program’s culture.”
Like any true leader, Eskew said earning all-conference honors is a testament to her coaches and teammates.
After all, it was those around her who helped Eskew overcome every obstacle.
“My teammates helped me so much with earning this award,” she said. “(They were) always bringing me up and keeping a smile on my face. Building connections with them just made me want to work even harder.”
