Many know that my life is volleyball. It's my favorite sport and my favorite pastime. But it is more than just a sport to me. I quit cheerleading to play volleyball right before sixth grade. At the time, I wondered if I had made the right decision. Now, I know that I did.
Volleyball is a second home. No matter what happens during the day, practice is a place where I can unwind. It always fun and allows me to be myself. At practice, I feel like I'm not being judged by my personality, but rather by my effort. I always know when my effort shows, as the more effort I put into practice, the more successful I am!
As team Captain, it is my job to get the team excited and loud. So, at every practice, I try to be as bubbly and upbeat as possible. I might be sort of quiet at school, but I'm much peppier at practice! I always call for the ball and attempt to cheer up my teammates when they get down and/or frustrated. I also always offer to answer any questions my teammates might have. The leadership experience I have received from being Captain is priceless to me.
I have been playing at for Allegro Volleyball Club for 3 years now. I have had 2 completely different teams, with 2 completely different coaches. My first year and my last two have been completely different, but I wouldn't change those experiences for the world.
As the High School season gets closer, I have been working really hard so I can try my best to make varsity. I was on the freshman team last year, and I had a blast! Getting on varsity would be something I would be extremely proud of. I think I would be a great teammate and hope I'll be able to make some new friends throughout the season. Making varsity is a dream I'm not willing to give up on. I want to feel the rush of accomplishing something so important to me (plus it always helps to make varsity when you want to play in college)!
I love volleyball more than anyone could ever know. It is a part of me, and it brings out the best in me. I'm so excited to see where my volleyball journey takes me, and I will never regret quitting cheer to play volleyball.
What a great group to have!
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