Class 3A Feature Athlete (April 14)

Name: James McCarthy
High School: Seneca Valley
Grade: 12
Position: Middle Hitter

Background Info: James started playing volleyball in 8th grade. He is a two-year letter winner who has also played club volleyball the past four year. He is a high performance selection for KRVA in 2021. He played club baseball for eight years. He is also a four-year member of the Seneca Valley marching band. He has a 4.5 GPA, highest honor roll. Accepted to Lawrence Technological University to study mechanical engineering. Awarded presidential academic scholarship and athletic scholarship to play mens volleyball next year.

Quotes from Seneca Valley coach Brett Poirier: "James has put alot of hard work in these last few years. He has become one of the best middles in the WPIAL. He can block a big hitter and swing with best of them. His serve has improved tremendously. At 6-5 he has a strong presence about him. He will be very hard to replace next year. Lawrence Tech is very lucky to get him. I wish him all the best."