Crescenta Valley High School Girls Basketball Season Preview

As the new season approaches, the Crescenta Valley High School girls’ basketball team is gearing up for an exciting season. We caught up with Coach Michael Flot to get a preview of the team’s strengths, challenges, and goals for this year. Coach Flot highlighted the key to the team’s success this season is their ability to play together and improve every day. The top returning players from last season are Keira Calagus and other experienced players who have proven to be reliable and strong contributors to the team. Calagus, who has been with the program for years, is expected to have a breakout year and take on a leadership role on the court. With her talent, experience, and determination, she is set to make a huge impact on the team’s success this season. When it comes to choosing team captains, Coach Flot looks for players who possess strong leadership qualities and have a positive impact on their teammates. As a young team, the players are all competing for captain roles, with the ultimate goal of working together to achieve success. Coach Flot emphasizes the importance of a strong team bond, stating that their work ethic and positive relationships will play a crucial part in the team's success this season. To motivate and push players to their full potential, Coach Flot believes in a positive attitude that starts with the coaching staff. He encourages players to constantly strive for improvement, stay on time, and support their teammates. The team’s success is built on a strong team culture, and everyone is encouraged to work hard and cheer each other on. Coach Flot also believes that communicating effectively, with examples, is crucial to keeping the team’s positivity and energy levels high. However, building a strong team bond and maintaining a positive attitude is not without its challenges. Coach Flot shared that one of the biggest challenges this season is for the team to believe in their abilities and not underestimate their opponents. With a league record of 34-2 in the last three years, the pressure is on to maintain their dominance. But with a strong work ethic and a positive mindset, Coach Flot is confident that the team will continue to be successful. The team’s schedule this season is not without tough opponents, with each game being an opportunity to improve and showcase their skills. Coach Flot believes in taking one game at a time and focusing on playing harder than their opponents every second they are on the court.