Tell us a little about how you started playing volleyball and which university you attended in the United States.

I was a competitive dancer for eight years, but I felt like I wanted to try something different. A friend recommended that I attend a volleyball practice, and after my very first session, I fell in love with the sport. I joined PTE PEAC in 2015 and started playing competitively.

In the United States, I spent my first two years at Southwestern Community College in Iowa, then completed my studies at Glenville State University in West Virginia.

Looking back, why did you decide to study and play volleyball in the United States?

It had been my dream since I was a child to move to the United States. As soon as I found out that sports could make that dream possible, there was no question that this was the path I wanted to take.

Now that you’ve graduated, how do you think this experience changed you as a person and as an athlete?

It changed me almost completely, but definitely for the better. It taught me independence, and as an athlete, it gave me perseverance, discipline, and an even greater love for sports than I had before.

What do you see as the biggest differences between Hungarian and American volleyball culture, training methods, and competition systems?

The passion for sports is much stronger—not only among the athletes but also among the fans. The competitive season is structured very differently, and we receive incredible support from the entire coaching and support staff.

Who do you owe your success to the most?

My mother has encouraged me throughout my entire life to dream big, and she has always supported me in everything I wanted to do.

How did Study N Sport help you throughout your journey?

They helped me with absolutely everything. At the beginning, I had many doubts, but they supported me every step of the way, making almost the entire process smooth and stress-free.

What was the biggest challenge during your years in America, and what was your favorite memory?

Moving to another continent at the age of 18 and having to manage everything in a different language was definitely a huge challenge. Fortunately, I received incredible support from both universities.

I had so many unforgettable experiences that it’s difficult to choose just one. Traveling with my friends during spring breaks was amazing, and one of my favorite memories was winning my Senior Night match and advancing in the championship during my final season—with my parents there to witness it.

Beyond earning your degree and developing your volleyball career, what did college volleyball in the United States give you?

It gave me lifelong relationships—with friends, professors, coaches, support staff, and even parents. I still keep in touch with many of them today, and I hope those relationships will last for many years to come.

What are you doing now, and how much is volleyball still part of your life?

I’m currently starting my professional career in my field before pursuing a master’s degree.

Unfortunately, volleyball isn’t part of my life this year, but I hope that will change in the future.

If you could do it all over again, would you make the same decision? Why?

I’ve been asked this many times, and my answer is always the same: absolutely.

Those were the best four years of my life, despite all the challenges.

What message would you like to share with young volleyball players who are considering studying and competing in the United States?

If you have the opportunity, take it!

Even if it feels intimidating at first, it will become a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will help build the foundation for your future.