Makenzie harris junior I outside hitter I eaton, colorado
Get to know makenzie
What makes you love Northern Colorado Volleyball? Why did you choose UNC?
The girls and the collective motivation drew me to the UNC Volleyball program. i chose the school based on the academic opportunities and the variety of choices.
Do you like animals, if so do you have a favorite?
animals are my sole purpose in life. My favorites are giraffes, foxes, and otters.
If you had a superpower, what would it be? What would your superhero name be?
My super power would be to teleport and my name would be "The kenz."
What is your most embarrassing volleyball memory?
Falling out of my shoes junior year while running for a ball, causing me to face-plant.
What is your favorite volleyball memory?
winning state with my best friends my junior year.
What is your nickname? How’d you get it?
my nickname is baby giraffe because that's what i look like when i run.
WHO ARE YOUR ROLE MODELS IN LIFE AND WHY?
MY role models are my parents because they have set good examples for me and shown me how to make the most of life.
Who or what inspired you to play volleyball?
i decided to play volleyball because i didn't appreciate the contact that came with basketball but loved the team dynamic and intensity.
If you could have a dinner party with anyone (past or present), who are three people you’d invite?
i would invite bill gates, liam hemsworth, and donald trump to cover smarts, riches, looks, and business.
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
switzerland is my dream place to live.
What is your favorite thing to do outside of volleyball in Greeley/Colorado?
i love to take my dog on walks and hikes.
What major are you studying, why’d you choose it?
i chose biology because science has always interested me and i want to pursue genetic testing in animals and people.
