- December 22, 2024
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Legacy Charter School girls vol- leyball player Evelyn Tewson was the captain and kills leader for an Eagles team that finished the season with an 11-3 record and reached the district championship game.
Over the course of her two seasons playing for Legacy, Tewson recorded 303 kills, 107 aces, 279 digs and 300 received serves.
Beyond her work on the court, the senior is an honor roll student who is deeply passionate about her faith, is drawn to the arts and enjoys expressing her creativity through various outlets.
Age: 17
Sport: Volleyball
Grade: Senior
School: Homeschooled
How does it feel to be named Athlete of the Week?
It’s humbling, truly. Volleyball is something I’ve invested a multitude into, so being acknowledged feels like an affirmation of the work I’ve put in. It’s a good reminder that dedication can lead to meaningful recognition.
What do you like the most about volleyball?
It blends both elegance and strength. Each moment demands hyperfocus and team effort. This makes it not only exhilarating but deeply meaningful to me.
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned from volleyball?
Resilience. Volleyball has taught me that mistakes are part of the game and that a chance for redemption is available each play.
Who is your favorite athlete?
Allyson Felix is my favorite athlete, because she exemplifies humility and strength. This is driven by her evident and deep faith in God, making her a light both on and off the track.
What is your favorite volleyball memory?
I will forever remember the night my team and I beat The Master’s Academy on their senior night. They had been a commendable rival, but we came out on top!
What is your go-to pre-game meal?
Açaí bowls will forever have my whole heart.
What is your favorite non-sports hobby?
Reading, journaling, painting or baking. ... Each of them provides me a way to have a sense of serenity outside of volleyball.
What is your favorite subject in school?
Design! I truly enjoy processing emotions and thoughts on paper and canvas.
What are three things you would take with you to a deserted island?
My pink Bible, a multi-tool (for obvious reasons), and a journal (to document the experience and keep my thoughts organized).
What is your favorite movie?
“Little Women.” This movie is visually stunning, intellectually stimulating and emotionally connective.
If you could have dinner with one person, who would it be and why?
Esther from the Bible. She demonstrated impeccable leadership through unwavering strength and faith when put to the test. I would love to learn about her wisdom as a woman under God.
If you could go back in time to a specific period in history, when and where would you go?
I’d go to the Renaissance in Italy. The art, the philosophy and the creativity of that era would be beautiful and stunning to witness firsthand.
Looking back, what piece of advice would you give your younger self?
Sometimes, trusting God means knowing that His will is greater than our understanding and that our pain now can’t compare to the incredible glory He has prepared in the future.
If you could ask your future self a question, what would it be?
Did I build a house with a white wrap-around porch; large windows that invite sunlight; a cozy reading nook by the window; and soft, vintage interiors filled with warm colors and personal touches?
Who is your favorite superhero?
My dad. He has been my superhero since Day One. His leadership, strength and willingness have been nothing short of profound.
Favorite supervillain?
Professor Moriarty. In the series, Sherlock, he is a complex intellectual who has an unsettling ability to manipulate others with a calm steady demeanor. This makes his character intriguing and dangerous.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
Healing. This could be physical or mental. My heart is burdened for those in pain, so I aspire to help in any way I am capable of. The gift of healing would be a privilege to bring glory to God’s kingdom and His people!
What is your most controversial food take?
I believe that pineapple belongs on pizza.
