As the high school basketball season approaches, all eyes are on the Sunny Hills High School team. After a successful season last year, Coach Jae Byun and his players are gearing up to reach even greater heights this year. In a recent interview, Coach Byun shared his thoughts and insights about the team, expectations, and goals for the upcoming season.
The team has a strong core of returning players, including Sydney Kim, Kayla Ma, and Arianna Holguin, who all have one year of varsity experience from last season. As expected, these players are poised to make an even greater impact this year with more extended minutes. When asked about what makes these players special, Coach Byun emphasized their dedication and hard work, saying, "They are willing to put in the extra hours to improve their skills and contribute to the team's success."
Aside from the returning players, the team also has some promising new additions. Freshman Allie Sexton and Sophomore Janna Mariano are expected to make an immediate impact with their shooting abilities and basketball IQ. Their addition to the team has also created healthy competition amongst the players, which is crucial for the team's growth and development. When it comes to selecting team captains, Coach Byun looks for players who possess qualities such as leadership, resilience, and experience.
This year, Sydney Kim, Kayla Ma, and Arianna Holguin are battling for that role. Coach Byun believes that having multiple players with leadership qualities can benefit the team greatly in terms of teamwork and communication. Team chemistry and camaraderie are vital for any successful team, and Coach Byun is well aware of that. He plans on implementing a strong team culture where players prioritize each other's success and push one another to be the best they can be.
Coach Byun believes that team chemistry will naturally come from going through the ups and downs of a season together. Motivating players to reach their full potential is another essential aspect of coaching, and Coach Byun has his strategies in place. The team's culture is focused on maximizing their potential every day, emphasizing winning each day and competing against themselves, their teammates, and their opponents. "We push our players to compete and challenge themselves every day, and that will ultimately lead to them reaching their full potential," said Coach Byun. Like any team, the Sunny Hills High School basketball team also faces its challenges, and this year, it is their inexperience and youth.
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