CELEBRATING OUR TALENT
Grayhound AthleteS of the Month
THE SPOTLIGHTS ON YOU!
These individuals have worked tirelessly to better themselves using the strategies, tools, and skills they have learned and implementing them into their everyday life, both on and off the court. They often demonstrate remarkable dedication and resilience whether it’s in sports or any other aspect of life, such commitment and application of knowledge can lead to significant personal growth and achievement.
2025 ATHLETES OF THE MONTH
Positions: OH, DS
School: North Lincoln Middle; Class of 2029
Favorite quote: “Talent is nothing without hard work!”
Why GTA: “Grayhounds has been a game-changer for me, not just physically, but mentally as well. The amount of growth I’ve experienced in just two months is what would’ve taken six anywhere else. Coach Ray pushes me to my highest potential , helping me build real mental toughness along the way. I’m incredibly blessed and grateful to have found the Grayhounds Group. It’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made!”
Positions: OH, DS
School: Concord Academy; Class of 2026
Favorite quote: Psalm 73:26
Why GTA: “I love training with Coach Ray! He has helped me be more aware and confident in my technique. He and his staff have taught me how to have mental toughness as well as being more disciplined with my consistency. I feel like I am a greater version of myself than before.”
Positions: RS, DS
School: Langtree Charter; Class of 2029
Favorite quote: All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty. Proverbs 14:23
Why GTA: “Meeting Coach Ray has been a game changer. Coach Ray is a great teacher and I am constantly learning something new every time I train with him. Not only teaching skills but training my mind to build my mental toughness. I hope to play college volleyball one day and with Coach Ray pushing me to do my best, I believe I can do it.”
Positions: DS, Libero
School: West Cabarrus High School; Class of 2025
Favorite quote: “Nothing can dim your light.”
Why GTA: “Grayhounds has been the extra push that I have been needing. It has brought out a new confidence in myself and my abilities that I have never had before. It had taken my training to a whole new level and taught me new techniques that I had never seen before! I love the energy that I see, not just through the coaching but through the athletes getting coached. It is the “tough-love” coaching that takes this program to the next level, helping me reach and set new goals I never thought were possible!”
Positions: MH, OH, DS
School: Hickory Grove Christian School; Class of 2025
Favorite quote: “You don’t fail when you mess up, you fail when you don’t try!” (author: Coach Ray)
Why GTA: “Grayhounds has helped me grow and develop on and off the court. It has helped my mental health and my skills excel. Everyone part of this organization cares about the success and growth of each player, and they give their all in their coaching. They expect nothing but excellence and effort. The goal of the organization is not just to help players grow in volleyball to perfect their skills to be prepared for the higher levels of volleyball, it’s also to care for their players and make sure that they are able to help maintain a good Mindset to succeed with or without Volleyball. I’d recommend anyone who really wants to succeed and grow to come and join Grayhound if they are determined and dedicated. I’m so thankful for Coach Ray and this program; it feels like family. He cares about my physical and mental health and encourages me to continue to work hard because he believes in my abilities.
Positions: Pin, DS
School: Hickory Grove Christian School; Class of 2025
Favorite quote: “If you can’t Feel It, you can’t Fix It” (author: Coach Ray)
Why GTA: “ From the moment I walked in, I felt the energy and commitment. Coach Gray is genuinely passionate about helping each player grow, improving their skills, and becoming a better version of themselves. He continues to shape my confidence and my growth, and reminds me to always be better than before.”