Weber State senior Rose Moore has decided to remain in Ogden rather than entering the transfer portal, according to a October 16 report.
Moore, originally from Lehi, has chosen to stay with the Wildcats despite the potential for significant financial compensation through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities.
Weber State women’s volleyball head coach Jeremiah Larsen stated that Moore could have potentially earned between $60,000 and $70,000 if she had entered the transfer portal last year. Moore explained her decision was rooted in loyalty to her coaches and teammates, noting that her coaches have supported her throughout her time in Ogden.
Teammate Maggie Larsen noted that while Weber State lacks the resources of a Power 4 school, Moore’s decision highlights her character. Moore has become a vital component of the Wildcats' offense, recently ranking 109th nationally in kills per set at 3.63.
Moore’s statistical impact was evident last season when she led the team in sets played, matches played, matches started, points, kills, total attacks, and service aces. Within the Big Sky Conference, she ranked third in points and tied for fifth in both kills and aces.
Teammates highlighted her leadership and discipline. Freshman Sophia Sparrow praised Moore's consistency in conditioning and lifting, while Lexie Carlson described her leadership as being driven by action. Stacia Barker noted Moore's reliability and presence on the court.
Moore's volleyball journey began in seventh grade after watching her sister play. She attended Skyridge High School in Lehi, where she earned a 2021 American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American Honorable Mention and appeared on the AVCA Phenom Lists.
As her collegiate career nears its end, Moore intends to continue playing volleyball, potentially in the United States, Europe, or Asia.
