Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Leilua Upuese

Upuese is a captain of the Titans team and led the team with 17 kills against TJ.

The Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week for Nov. 1 from Todd Beamer High School is Leilua Upusese (Sr.) Volleyball.

What is your favorite subject/class in school?

My favorite subject would be P.E. or math with Mrs. Ham! She is the best math teacher and I have class with Dennis.

Name your Mount Rushmore G.O.A.T Athletes (Top 4):

Jude Bellingham, Talanoa Hufanga, The USO Brothers, and Angel Reese.

If you could have dinner with anyone (living or from the past), who would it be? Why

My Grandpa, Albert. I am a “grandpa’s girl” and he’s my first ever best friend. We miss him everyday, especially my Granma Nimo. A dinner with him and my extended family would mean so much because we’d all be together again.

You’re on a long road trip, you stop at a gas station. You get one drink and one snack. What are you choosing?

Dragonfruit, vitamin water and Reece’s. I love chocolate

Describe your favorite post-game meal:

Chick-fil-a

What is your Walk-up song?

Perfect 10 by Mustard Feat. Nipsey Hussle

From the sidelines: Leilua, a senior captain and a 4-year veteran of the Todd Beamer volleyball team, has been instrumental in the team’s growth and success. Her dedication and leadership were on full display during the match against TJ High School, where she led the team with 17 kills, 3 aces, and 13 digs. As a reliable and skilled player, Leilua embodies the program’s commitment to excellence and development.