Q&A: My Favorite Thing About Volleyball

Q&A

Q: I play volleyball too!! What is your favorite thing about playing volleyball?

I have multiple answers to this. I 100% feel like that to enjoy a sport like volleyball, where everyone has to know each others strengths and weaknesses, you've got to be close or at least get along. I used to be on a club volleyball team that was very 'clicky' and if you weren't in the click, then you weren't noticed by the players.

Its not like we had drama between us or anything, but we didn't all go to the same school, so no matter how nice I was to everyone, I always seemed to be left out. I knew that this wasn't what I wanted to deal with the rest of my volleyball 'career', so, I left my team and stuck with my school volleyball team. That's when I met so many kind, welcoming teammates who I loved to be around. Whether they were on varsity with me, or were on the junior-varsity or the freshman team, I was friends with everyone. So, long story short, one of my favorite things about volleyball is the people I play with.

Something to remember is that if you aren't enjoying most moments you spend at practice or games, then it isn't worth your time. Your time is priceless, so be smart with how you spend it. When you look back on life, will you be thankful for all your time spent doing something you disliked? Of course not! So take this as your sign to continue doing all the things you love, and get rid of anything in your life that makes you feel poorly.

Another thing I love about volleyball is the fact that it has taught me that I am stronger than I think I am. Being that I am an all-around, I never come off the court, so I always have to push myself to never give up. I've pushed myself past my own expectations, which makes me feel like a total boss. If everyday I can run a little longer or do one extra box jump, then I know I have improved my skills even a little bit.

All in all, the physicality of the sport and the people I get to play with have caused me to love everything about volleyball. I always feel so excited and hype when volleyball season comes around, so this upcoming season you will probably be hearing more about it!

Thank you for the question,

Izzy

Top 5

Today's top 5 category is my top 5 favorite drinks!

1. Boba

   Here is a link to my most recent YouTube video about my Boba Tea fails!!

   https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4ceEgUVAjmM

2. Smoothies

   They come in so many flavors, it's just so delicious! My personal favorite is a chocolate, peanut butter, banana smoothie from Tropical Smoothie! Yum!

3. Flavored tea / lemonade

   My family is very big on tea (especially unsweet tea, blah), but flavored tea is 10 times better! Especially sweet tea from the south, don't even get me started! It's the ultimate sugar rush.

4. Matcha tea latte

   I'm 100% a Starbuck girly at heart. Especially their new matcha tea latte recipe, it's the best.

   

   
   

5. Cranberry juice

   My favorite way to start off my morning is to have a cold glass of cranberry juice. Plus, from what I've heard, it's one of the most healthy fruit juices.

Tip of the Week

How often do you thank your teacher(s)? How often do you show your appreciation?

Being the daughter of 2 teachers has taught me that it is very rare that we, as students, actually say 'thank you'. This is your sign to write a thank you letter, draw them a picture, bring them a gift, or even just say the words 'thank you'. Those two words can effect someones day more than you'd think, so let today be the day! As a reminder for anyone wondering. It doesn't have to be your teacher personally. It could be your neighbor, friend's parent, or family member who is a teacher. You also don't have to be a student to say thank you to teachers. Just find a way to remind someone who teaches that we appreciate everything they do. They are some kids biggest influences after all.