O’farrell High School Volleyball Season Preview

As the new season for the O'Farrell High School volleyball team approaches, Coach Santos Plaza is gearing up his players for another action-packed and competitive year. With high expectations and a strong determination to win, Coach Plaza and his team are ready to take on any challenges that come their way. In this preview article, we have the opportunity to sit down with Coach Plaza and get an inside look at the team's top returning players, new additions to the team, strategies, and goals for the upcoming season. The Top Returning Players: When asked about the top returning players from last season, Coach Plaza emphasizes teamwork and effective communication as key components for the team's success. The two players that stand out to him are both leaders on and off the court. Junior, Lily Harris, and senior, Jackson Webb, are returning players who have shown their dedication, hard work, and determination to improve their skills and support their teammates. Harris, a captain on the team, demonstrates great leadership by not only being the loudest or the best player but also by being a motivator and someone the team can rely on for honest feedback. Webb, on the other hand, maybe one of the quieter players, but he leads by example and always puts the team first. New Players: Although there are no specific players that Coach Plaza mentions, he notes that many of the returning players have been putting in work during the summer and participating in camps to improve their skills. He also mentions his excitement for potential new players who have shown their eagerness to join the team and make an immediate impact. A fresh set of players can bring a new dynamic to the team and push their fellow teammates to work harder and continue to improve. Building Team Chemistry and Camaraderie: For Coach Plaza, team chemistry and camaraderie are crucial for a successful season. He believes that having a strong bond between the players can lead to improved communication and trust on the court. He mentions that the team captain doesn't need to be the best player, but they should be someone who puts the team first and is willing to take responsibility for their mistakes without pointing fingers. Coach Plaza has a few players in mind for the captain role, but he is also open to being surprised by a candidate he may not have originally thought of. Motivation and Pushing to Reach Full Potential: One of the biggest challenges for any coach is to motivate their players to push themselves to their full potential.