My Biggest Inspirations

            In order to love volleyball and want to succeed as much as I do, I had to be pushed and coached by many people who believe in my dreams. I have had many people in my life that I have looked up too and I truly believe that without them I wouldn't be where I am at today. They have made me realize that I can reach my goals if I keep working hard every day.

            My favorite college volleyball player is Micha Hancock. She is a setter for Penn State. Last year she led her team to a National Championship and was named NCAA Tournament’s Most Outstanding Player award. Penn State defeated Wisconsin in 4 sets to secure their sixth national championship title. She was named Big Ten Setter of the year her freshman, sophomore and junior years. Last year I went to watch Penn State play Northwestern and I got to meet Micha… aka best day ever.

            My coaches that have been the biggest inspirations are my High Performance coach this year and my club coach this year. During a practice with my HP team this year my coach, Mark, told us that we should play fun, fast and focused. I think this really sums up what volleyball is all about. He also told me to always have an order to your sets that you should go through before each play, and always set a hitter again if they make a mistake so they have a chance to redeem themselves. He was an awesome coach and I learned a lot from him.
            Probably the most influential people in my volleyball career so far are my club coaches, KK and Candice. Last year I wasn’t for sure where I was going to play club until I tried out for CIA (Club Iowa). All of the coaches at CIA are awesome and I am so glad I chose to play for them. During the season KK and Dice made me realize that I can play in college if I continue to work hard in every practice and keep my head up if something wasn’t going right. I have learned so much from them in just 1 season and I can’t wait to continue working with them this club season. I have never had anyone in my life that is so willing to help me reach my biggest dream. I am so thankful that they are my coaches. 

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