Victoria Flores is a rising volleyball talent who plays for Surfside Volleyball Club, where she takes on multiple key roles as an outside hitter, libero, and setter. Inspired by her older sister, Victoria picked up the sport with a dream to follow in her footsteps—and quickly fell in love with the game. With a strong work ethic, a drive to win, and a humble spirit, she’s already making waves on the court and earning big opportunities, including a recent bid to Nationals in Kansas City. Whether she’s diving for a dig, setting up a perfect play, or powering through a kill, Victoria brings passion, focus, and heart every time she steps on the court.

How did you get started playing volleyball, and what made you fall in love with the sport?
I started playing volleyball because my sister played, and I wanted to be just like her.

Who has been the most influential person in your volleyball journey so far?
My sister has been the most influential person in my volleyball journey because she got me interested in the sport.

What position do you play, and what do you enjoy most about it?
I play outside hitter, libero, and setter. What I enjoy most about these positions is scoring points and helping my team.

How do you balance academics, volleyball, and personal time during the season?
I always manage my time well, and my mom helps me a lot to stay organized.

What’s your favorite memory from your volleyball experience?
I have so many great memories, but getting a bid to Nationals recently in Kansas City is definitely one of my favorites.

What’s a typical training day like for you during the season?
A typical training day includes conditioning, club training, and one-on-one sessions with my coach, Tomo Sakugawa.

How would you describe your team’s chemistry this season?
My team’s chemistry was really good this season. We worked well together.

What’s one drill or workout you secretly enjoy (or hate to love)?
One drill I secretly enjoy is “Coach on 2.” It’s tough but fun.

How do you prepare mentally and physically for a game or big tournament?
I always focus on winning and getting better with my team. That mindset helps me stay motivated.

What personal goals have you set for yourself this season?
This season, I want to jump higher and be faster on the court.

What’s a piece of advice you’ve received from a coach that stuck with you?
A piece of advice that stuck with me is, “Never let the ball drop.”

What motivates you to keep pushing through tough practices or losses?
When a coach tells me that I’m not good enough, it motivates me to work even harder.

Where do you see yourself in volleyball over the next 3–5 years?
I’m 12 years old now, and in three years, I see myself playing for NTDP and the USA team.

How do you handle pressure during close matches or high-stakes points?
I handle pressure by staying focused and calm during the game.

Who’s the funniest teammate on the squad, and why?
Tatum is the funniest teammate on our squad because she always jokes around and makes us laugh.

Favorite volleyball player or team you look up to?
I look up to Maddie Skinner, who is an outside hitter from Texas.

Do you have any pre-game rituals, superstitions, or pump-up songs?
Before games, I do the sign of the cross and say a small prayer.

What’s your go-to post-tournament meal or snack?
My go-to post-tournament meal is In-N-Out Burger.

If you weren’t playing volleyball, what sport would you try instead?
If I weren’t playing volleyball, I would try tennis.

What’s something fans or coaches might be surprised to learn about you?
Something that might surprise fans or coaches is that I speak Spanish.

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