LaRosa’s MVP of the Week Winner

• Name: Natalie Forbes
• School: Highlands
• Sport(s): Volleyball
• Graduating Year/G.P.A.: 2005-3.7
• Greatest Achievement: National champs Jr. Olympic Volleyball in Atlanta
• Birth date: 11-17-86
• Height-Weight: 5’9”-150 lbs.
• Residence: Ft. Thomas, Ky.
• Parents: Jay & Marian Lee
• Biggest Influence: “My older sister Valerie.”
• MVP Accomplishments: One of Northern Kentucky’s best volleyballers is Highlands senior setter Natalie Forbes who began playing for the Bluebirds in the 8th grade. Last season the team went 26-13 and was regional runner-up, and Natalie was named to the all-regional team. She also has earned honors as conference Div. II Most Valuable Player, 1st team all-Northern Kentucky
  twice and 2nd team all-state twice. Her 2003 AAU summer team -- the
  Cincy Classics -- won the USA Junior Olympics national championship in
  Atlanta, and Natalie was named to the all-tournament team. An academic
  honor roll student who is active in community service, Natalie will play
  volleyball next year at Northern Kentucky University. Her favorite
  entertainer is Adam Sandler; her favorite athlete is Michael Jordan and
  her most-like-to-meet is Oprah Winfrey.
• Coach’s Quote -- “Natalie has proven to be one of the most talented
  volleyball players in the region. Her work ethic, leadership skills and
  positive attitude are what makes her an exceptional athlete.” -- Kate
  Kruse, Volleyball Coach