Danielle Scott-Arruda is a retired American middle blocker whose extraordinary international longevity included five consecutive Olympic Games from 1996 through 2012. She won Olympic silver medals in Beijing and London and became one of the most experienced players in U.S. women’s national-team history.
Scott-Arruda spent 19 seasons with the national team and was known for elite blocking, earning major individual awards at the World Grand Prix and World Championship. Her professional career also took her to Italy, Brazil, Japan and other leagues before she retired from international play in 2013.
Player Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Danielle Raquel Scott-Arruda |
| Date of Birth | October 1, 1972 |
| Birthplace | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Position | Middle Blocker |
| Height | 188 cm |
| National Team | United States Women’s National Volleyball Team |
| Olympic Appearances | Atlanta 1996, Sydney 2000, Athens 2004, Beijing 2008, London 2012 |
| Olympic Medals | Silver — Beijing 2008, London 2012 |
| Career Status | Retired |