Mission Hills High School Girls Water Polo Season Preview

Mission Hills High School's water polo team is gearing up for the upcoming season and head coach Hannah Morris is excited for what's to come. With a strong group of returning players and a handful of new additions, Morris is focused on pushing her team to reach their full potential. The top two returning players from last season, Chloe Leviton and Ellie Quinter, are expected to have a big impact on the team. Leviton, a two-year veteran, has shown a strong drive to constantly improve and dominates the Center position with her communication and overall athleticism. Quinter, who had her first season last year, quickly became one of the team's leading scorers and is always eager to learn and improve. But beyond these two standout athletes, Morris sees potential in all her players. She believes that every girl on the team has something unique to offer and is eager to see how they will contribute to the team's success this season. When it comes to selecting team captains, Morris looks for qualities like respect, leadership, and determination. She values respectful athletes who can lead by example and have the trust of their teammates. With this criteria in mind, Morris has not yet chosen her captains for the season and is open to seeing who will step up and prove themselves worthy of the role. One of the biggest goals for Morris this season is to foster team chemistry and camaraderie. She plans on incorporating team dinners and bonding activities to help the girls build strong relationships outside of the pool. Morris also encourages her players to play with different teammates at practice to develop a better understanding and cohesion within the team. Motivating her players to push themselves to their full potential is another important aspect for Morris. She believes in being real with her team and acknowledging the challenges of the sport. With water polo being a difficult sport to learn in high school, Morris reminds her players of their potential and helps them strive for greatness. However, preparing for the upcoming season has not been without its challenges. Morris mentions that one of the biggest obstacles has been getting enough players to form a team. With water polo not being as popular as it once was, Mission Hills High School struggles with low numbers, which puts extra pressure on the existing players. But Morris remains optimistic and believes that every player has a role to play and something valuable to contribute to the team. Looking at the team's schedule, the girls can expect some tough opponents and exciting games this season.