While talking with Coach Chung I asked him about the new adjustments his team had to make due to injuries and varying ages, he expressed that the team has only been improving. It has taken hard work to get the girls to where they are and to get a smooth-running team, despite many players having to be out for a portion of the season. Teaching his players how to play new positions and take on new responsibilities has not been an easy task, but it has only improved their team’s ability to excel.

Coach Chung also explained how their team’s success wouldn’t be possible if it wasn’t for their hard work and dedication to the team. They’ve had to make many changes, such as going from a 6-2 offense to a 5-1 offense. These changes aren’t always easy, but the girls have put the work in to make it as smooth a transition as possible.

He also explained that due to these changes and having such a young team, there are growing pains as well as much learning occurring. He said that no matter how old or young the team is it takes a minute to adjust and learn to be a unified team.

Captains Adi Zilberman and Uma Schultz explained that the returning varsity members and upperclassmen realize there’s a lot more pressure on their shoulders this year since their team is younger. Zilberman explained how she comes to practice with a positive mood, hoping the rest of the team will reflect and put their best foot forward towards practice since she knows you play as you practice. They both talked about how volleyball is a team sport, so it is important for them to make bonds with the rest of the players.

Whether it’s pregame pep talks or just talking about how practice went that day, they want to make sure that everybody is heard on the team, and doesn’t feel like anything is holding them back. Schultz explained how everybody’s kindness on and off of the court has made these bonds so much easier.

This team has gone through multiple challenges throughout their season, but nothing has stopped them from putting their best foot forward and giving it their all. The team is dedicated, hardworking, and determined to make it as far into the playoffs as they can. We are so excited to see the rest of their season progress!