Park University (MO)

Samantha Rivera is the daughter of Chris and Kris Rivera…she has one sibling Alex (16)… She went to Smithville High School, where she played volleyball…She made the All-Conference for first-team, second-team and honorable mention…She made All-District for first-team and second-team ... Led Smithville in blocks all four seasons and won the Warrior Heart Award in 2013 … She had received the Magna Cum Laude at graduation for being in the Top 15 in her high school class with a GPA of 3.86 ... Chose Park because it offers a great education program .. Majoring in Early Childhood Education ... Also chose Park for its diversity, uniqueness, and ability to continue her volleyball career with high-level athletes.athletes.

2015 - Played in 32 sets within 16 matches, blocking 14 balls with nine kills and 17.5 points.