Isabella Moss
From Injury Setbacks to a D1 Commitment at UNC Asheville
Case Study: Isabella Moss – From Injury Setbacks to a D1 Commitment at UNC Asheville
Isabella Moss is a standout talent from the United Kingdom with an effortless game, powerful baseline presence, and the kind of work ethic that turns heads. But like many athletes, her journey wasn't without setbacks. Earlier in her career, Isabella dealt with injuries that stalled her momentum and temporarily lowered her UTR.
When we started working with her, it was clear she had turned a corner. Her recent performances were strong, her UTR was rising quickly, and when we saw her video for the first time, we knew immediately—Isabella was much better than her rating showed.
That's where we stepped in.
College coaches often rely heavily on UTR, which made Isabella's recruitment more challenging despite her undeniable talent. We worked on showcasing her game the right way—emphasizing recent progress, providing updated match footage, and helping coaches understand her upside beyond the numbers. At one point, we even considered shifting her timeline to target Fall 2026 to give her more time to build results.
But then came Coach Jeff from UNC Asheville.
From the first conversation, Coach Jeff saw what we saw. He recognized her potential instantly and believed in her ability to contribute at the D1 level. Despite having just one roster spot left for Fall 2025, he decided Isabella was the right fit—and offered her the opportunity.
Isabella committed to UNC Asheville, where she'll compete at the Division 1 level starting in Fall 2025. Her story is a perfect reminder that while numbers matter, talent, timing, and belief can matter even more.
