She would attend Clear Creek High School, where she began being recruited by college volleyball coaches in her freshman year.

She was considered to be the nation's top high school recruit in her class, and ultimately decided to play collegiate volleyball at Penn State.

[4] Washington was a three-time first-team All-American and helped lead the team to the 2014 NCAA National Title as a freshman, as well as an appearance in the 2017 Final Four in her senior season.

[8] Washington credited Penn State's head coach Russ Rose for acclimating her to the grueling demands and expectations of competing on the international stage.

[9] Washington has played in multiple Italian Series A1 professional volleyball teams, including Igor Gorgonzola Novara from 2020 to 2022.