Jessica stands as one of Arizona Beach Volleyball's newest blockers ready to create her own path. As she accompanies her sophomore sister, Sam Manley, Jess looks forward to finally showing what she's got out on the sand as the season starts to roll in.

The court isn't the only place where she makes an impact. Prior to Arizona, she earned the Scholar Athlete Award and was named All-District 2nd Team.

ArizonaWildcats.com sat down with freshman Jessica Manley to chat about volleyball memories and what happens when it's game time.

Q: What do you miss about California, and what do you like about Arizona?
A: I miss acai bowls, burritos, the beach, and my cat. I love Arizona sunrises and sunsets.

Q: What are you looking forward to this season?
A: I am looking forward to making memories with my teammates and playing after training for such a long off season.

Q: What is your earliest beach volleyball memory?
A: My earliest memory would be me playing in Ocean Beach tournaments with my sister (Sam Manley) when I was ten.

Q: How does it feel playing with your sister?
A: I love playing with my sister. She always cheers me on and supports me.

Q: What do you think the biggest difference is between competing in high school and at the collegiate level?
A: I think going to college, the intensity and the technicality of beach volleyball increases.

Q: Do you have any pre game rituals?
A: I don't have any pre game rituals, but I do eat a ton of food before.

Q: What is your go to pump up song?
A: Amber by 311

Q: What do you love about the U of A?
A: I love the school spirit and the weather.

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