Less than two months after picking up volleyball as a freshman, Lilly Mundie was already swinging her way toward varsity. Now a junior at Leominster High School, Mundie has grown into a standout player whose talent, poise, and leadership have made her an integral part of the Blue Devils’ girls’ volleyball team.
“Lilly Mundie has shown so much potential since day one of her volleyball career,” said head coach Samantha Comeau. “She has made a great name for herself both on our team and throughout the Mid-Wach league because of her strength, high volleyball IQ, and her ability to adjust to any type of play. Lilly remains calm in the most intense situations, and is extremely reliable. We can always count on her to make a smart play, and she always keeps our opponents on their toes.”
For Mundie, volleyball has always been about teamwork and connection.
“The thing I like most about volleyball is the amount of teamwork it requires,” she said. “This sport is all about trust in yourself and your team. I think that volleyball is one of the sports that relies most on team chemistry and cooperation. I love my teammates and love developing a greater connection with them every time we play, at practice or a game.”
Mundie also values the community she has found within the LHS team.
“What I like most about being part of the team at LHS is having a distraction from school and things going on outside of it,” she said. “I love being a part of a competitive team that helps me grow as a person and a player. My team at LHS is an incredible group of girls that have made my experience here so much better, and I know we will continue to be friends even after we graduate.”
Her growth as a player is a direct result of her coach’s guidance.
“I’ve learned many things from Coach Comeau over the three seasons I’ve played,” Mundie said. “She taught me everything about volleyball and made me the player I am today. She also taught me how to have confidence in myself. Every practice my sophomore year she would say, ‘Lilly hit the ball!’ She kept making me hit until I was able to do it on my own. This translated to my life outside of school as well, and I’m so grateful for that.”
Comeau emphasizes not only Mundie’s skill but also her character.
“Most importantly, Lilly is an incredible teammate and athlete. She is kind, compassionate, and humble. She consistently strives to better herself and those around her, and always celebrates her teammates’ victories over her own. She is a key factor in our team and our program’s success, and we are so lucky to have her.”
Looking ahead, Mundie plans to continue playing volleyball through college club teams while pursuing a career in physical therapy with a major in biology. Beyond sports, she is active in the Mayor’s Youth Council, student government, National Honor Society, and plays lacrosse in the spring. She also enjoys coaching younger athletes, particularly helping her little sister with her middle school basketball and softball teams.
Academics are also a priority for Mundie.
“My favorite class at LHS so far has been biology freshman year,” she said. “One of my favorite subjects is science and I love to learn about the human body and anatomy. My biology teacher, Mr. Larson, also did many hands-on activities which I enjoy and that help me learn the best. My favorite teacher so far has been Ms. Spylios. She has always been there for me and has helped me finish many tough classes, through academic and social advice. I’m extremely grateful for her, and my experience at LHS would not be nearly as good without her!”
For Lilly Mundie, volleyball is more than just a game. It’s a way to grow as a player, a teammate, and a person — and it’s clear her dedication is leaving a lasting mark on Leominster High School’s volleyball program.
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