Most Valuable Teammate

After an offseason in which she worked hard and was in line to play a key role on a young team, Jolie suffered a torn ACL in the first week of the season. But she has been every bit a part of the team. She has not missed a practice, participating as much as possible to help her teammates. Jolie has been a true Most Valuable Teammate. 

A three-year starter and team captain, Will is a leader and role model. He is always positive and constantly picks up his teammates. His upbeat personality is contagious and he makes his team better every day. Will is a great football player but an even better young man and leader.

Anni missed her junior season due to a knee injury but was hopeful to be ready for her senior season, as a captain. She reinjured her knee and lost her senior season but remains an important part of the team, attending team camp in Marshall and helping plan practices for summer open gym. She also attends practices and assists as a tosser, scorekeeper, or whatever is needed.

Ireland is the heart and pulse of her volleyball team. Her enthusiasm, drive, leadership and encouragement are evident. These qualities can also be seen through her interactions with teammates. She is selfless and is never looking for credit for herself. Ireland is a leader on the court, in the classroom and in her school. She is a wonderful role model for her teammates as well as her fellow students.

Paige worked diligently to recover from a near career-ending injury. Throughout this process she never felt sorry for herself but rather found other ways to support her team. She is continuously positive and excitedly encourages her teammates. She embraces any role she is given and always focuses on the team’s success.

Courtney is the true definition of a team player. After a knee injury, she decided not to compete in a fall sport but has found ways to give back. She volunteers to help paint the football field every week and is a manager for the volleyball team. She is always willing to help and always has a smile on her face. A true role model and inspiration for all!

Jacob is a selfless player who places the needs of others, including the team, above himself. He possesses relentless positive energy despite any circumstance. Jacob is great on the bus after a tough loss and is someone who will make any locker room better.

Ella was diagnosed with a shoulder injury during the summer that required her to have a season-ending surgery. She has never complained about missing her senior season. She is always the first person off the bench when something great happens, shouting and jumping around, just as excited as if she was wearing a jersey. Her positivity radiates across the bench and in our huddles.

Luke sets the tone for our offense and defense and leads by example in the community. He shows his teammates how to lead, including interacting with and coaching youth football players. Luke leads his "platoon" group in off-the-field life/skills development, shows up and leads at community events, and understands his role in representing himself, his team and his school in the classroom, on social media, and on the field.