Nov. 21, 2025 SHARE: Imagine having dominated collegiate volleyball, launched two successful businesses, mentored young athletes, completed a rigorous academic program, prepared for nursing school and held leadership positions in multiple campus organizations…all simultaneously. This meticulously choreographed dance was something Alexia Jones perfected. Jones was an outside hitter for the Houston Christian University volleyball team, who graduated in May 2025 with a degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science with a specialization in Wellness Management. She is a multifaceted individual with admirable determination, an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for helping others. Her athletic achievements were a true reflection of her commitment to the sport. During her senior season, Jones played 103 sets, racked up 25 kills, 28 aces, and totaled 53.5 points for the Huskies. But Jones’s success wasn’t just a result of physical training—it was a product of her dedication to herself. “Don’t let the game control you,” was her advice to athletes everywhere. She said, “Keep everything in the gym, in the gym.” Balancing pushing physical limits and maintaining her mental well-being allowed Jones to keep her passion for the sport and perform at her highest ability. This balance extended into all areas of her life. Once volleyball season ended, Jones had more time to focus on her entrepreneurial ventures. The first of these was a balloon decorating business she operated. “Balloons are really therapeutic for me,” she explained. “It started off as just a hobby, but then I realized I could turn it into something real.” It was a client-call basis balloon decorating business, with her busier periods being around major holidays and graduation season. Most recently, she launched a meal preparation service catering primarily to other HCU athletes. What started as casual cooking for herself evolved into a business after a simple social media post. “I posted my weekly meals then I jokingly wrote, ‘Meal Prep business on the way,’ and people started responding that they were interested.” With the support of her mother, Jones began accepting orders and building her clientele through word of mouth and on Instagram. These ventures exemplified not only Jones’s initiative and business expertise, but her desire to improve the lives of those around her. While studying Wellness Management, Jones prepared to enter nursing school where she aimed to further develop the necessary skills to provide care and support to those in need. Her commitment to lending a hand extended into her meaningful leadership roles on campus as well. As vice president of the Sigma Theta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., she embodied the organization’s dedication to “Sisterhood and Service.” One community outreach effort Jones was proud to take part in was called Childhood Hunger Initiative Power Packs (CHIPP). Through this initiative, members of the sorority gathered to pack food kits that they delivered to food-insecure children and families within local communities. “I love that event because you get to see the impact that you’re having on these people’s lives, and it changes you,” she said. Jones also served as the Athletic Representative for HCU’s Student Government Association, acting as the liaison between the athletes and the athletic director. “My role was to interview athletes, see what they like, don’t like and what they would like to change,” she shared. Of all the titles she held, the one that carried the greatest impact was “coach.” Jones was on staff at Houston Juniors Volleyball Club where she coached the Adidas 15’s team. Bringing her wealth of personal experience, she was devoted to guiding the next generation of volleyball superstars. Her coaching philosophy was centered on prioritizing the well-being of her players. She told her athletes, “If there are days you are hurting, I have been there, I get it. You can only be tough for so long before something is really wrong.” Jones also made sure to teach her players the importance of teamwork and supporting one another on and off the court. “There’s six on the court, but there’s also 10 or 12 others on the bench, and honestly, you can’t win a game without the bench,” she shared. This lesson in the importance of a strong team dynamic was something Jones learned during her time as a Husky. To her, their team bond was always something amazing and rare. “We all genuinely loved each other and were excited to compete with each other every day, and I loved that,” she said. Reflecting on her time at HCU, Jones’s impact was defined by the consistent effort and character she brought to everything she did. “One thing I know is that I worked my butt off every single day I walked into that gym.” From launching businesses that served her community, leading campus organizations and coaching young athletes with the utmost compassion, Jones demonstrated that success comes through connecting and uplifting those around you. Alexia Jones not only balanced multiple responsibilities, she thrived in each of her endeavors, and created a meaningful and lasting impact along the way.
