General Capsule - Strongest assets are speed and the ability to terminate behind the setter... fast and dynamic player... will be looked upon for leadership as the only returning senior.

2003 Season - Saw limited action in 10 games... recorded two kills on the season.

2002 Season - Established career highs in virtually every offensive and defensive category as a sophomore... pounded a career-high 15 kills at Gonzaga (10/12) and reached double-figures in kills in six matches... registered six blocks in consecutive matches at Air Force (9/21) and Stetson (9/21)... tallied 14 kills at San Diego (11/1)... recorded 12 kills to go along with four blocks (two solo) against #14 Santa Clara (11/23)... ranked third on the team in kills per game (1.9).

2001 Season - Saw action in 20 games for USF in first season of volleyball on the Hilltop... recorded two kills, a dig and a pair of blocks in first collegiate match against Centenary (9/2)... added season-high three blocks against San Diego (10/26).

Prep Career - Started all four years at Forest Lake Christian... earned All-Central Valley Christian League honors three times and was named Player of the Year as a senior... also played four years of basketball for the Falcons... honor roll student and a lifetime member of the CSF.

Personal - Ashley Lauren Bello... goal for the season is to contribute... chose USF for the wonderful academic programs and the quality of the volleyball program... most impressive person she has met is Michael Jordan... favorite book is the Bible... favorite food is Mom's... grandfather James Paaliaroni played professional baseball for the Boston Red Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, Oakland A's and the Seattle Pilots... parents are Mike and Laura Bello... born January 24, 1983 in Grass Valley, CA.

Coach Nelson on Bello - "Ashley's strengths are hitting off of one foot and her speed. We hope we can do the right things in our system we can highlight her strengths."