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For the week of 1/18-1/24

Anna Domalewski #4

Outside Hitter for the 16-Black


Anna is the epitome of positive energy and enthusiasm.  She’s always smiling and encouraging her teammates to succeed.  Last weekend at the Crossfire tournament she was one of the keys to the 16-Black team winning the consolation bracket (even though the amazing 15-Black team took a game off of them).  Her ball control and hitting are two other highlights of her game.  Keep it up Anna!


Some of Anna’s favorites:

Favorite Ice Cream: Cookie Dough

Favorite Pizza: Cheese

Favorite Color: Purple

Favorite Movie: The Harry Potter Series

What movie star is most like you?   “Keira Knightley”

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?   “A Dolphin, because they’re smart and I love the ocean”

Any nicknames?    “Anna Royce”, “Anna Banana”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “A Psychologist”

 

For the week of 1/25/10

#8 Courtney Hayes

DS/Libero for the 15-Black


Courtney is a tireless worker and comes revved up to play every time she hits the court.  She shows up early, has a great attitude, and is always looking to improve.  If you ever get a chance to watch her you’ll notice her superb technique and hunger on defense, definitely fun to see.

Keep it up Court!!!


Some of Courtney’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Cookies and Cream

Pizza: Pepperoni

Color: Pink of course!

Movie: Dennis the Menace

What celebrity would you most like to meet? Misty May and Kerri Walsh

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “A Monkey, because I like to climb things”

Any siblings?    “1 older brother”

Any nicknames?  “Court” and “Volleyball”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “A 1st Grade Teacher”

 

For the Week of 2/1/10

#11 Kendra Weege

Setter for the 17-Black


Kendra’s leadership skills and playing ability really shined through this past weekend.  Being a setter is a difficult position because you’re at the mercy of the passes being given to you.  Kendra did a fantastic job putting her hitters in good positions to terminate balls while staying positive and encouraging in every situation.  On top of that she had an awesome weekend serving.

Great job Kendra!!!


Some of Kendra’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Vanilla

Pizza: Sausage

Color: Turquoise

Movie: Step Up

Musical Artist: Rascal Flats

If you could meet anyone in history to sit and chat with who would it be?   Jesus Christ

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “Mother Hen, because I’m motherly”

Any siblings?    “1 younger brother”

Any nicknames?  “Sam calls me ‘Boo’”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “A Special Ed Teacher”

Other interesting facts?   “I have 30 cows”

 

For the week of 2/8/10

#2 Kendra Sandkamp

DS for the 13-Pink


Kendra always has a phenomenal attitude and is ready to go whenever she hits the court.  Watching her play, you wouldn’t be able to tell if the team was winning or losing because she plays hard the entire time.  She loves coming early to the gym and working on her game.  Although she’s the youngest player in the club she’s got a big girl work ethic as she loves coming early to practices to work on her game.

Way to go Kendra!!!


Some of Kendra’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Mint Chocolate Chip (Yummy!)

Pizza: Cheese

Color: Blue

Movie: The Wedding Singer

Musical Artist: Carrie Underwood

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “A wolf, because they’re super cool and pretty” (Growl!)

Any siblings?    “1 older brother”

Any nicknames?  Mom calls me “Muffy” and Dad calls me “Rosey”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “A Doctor at the Mayo Clinic”

If you were stranded on an island and could only bring one thing, what would it be?  “My Dad, I would bring my mom but he’s stronger and more intimidating”

Other interesting facts?   “I can do the splits front and sideways” (Ouch!)

 

For the week of 2/15/10

#22 Patrice Noltimier

Lib for the 17 Black


Patrice stepped it up this weekend with unstoppable defense. She was all over the court with a relentless pursuit of the ball. There was never a ball too far or too fast for her. The energy she exuded was contagious. Not only did she lead through her play but also through her encouragement and communication.  Rumor has it that she works so hard her toenails fall off!

Awesome job Patrice!!!


Some of Patrice’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Cookie Dough

Pizza: Cheese

Color: Light Blue

Movie: Zoolander

Musical Artist: Lil’ Wayne

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “A lion, because they’re fierce, and I’m fierce like Beyonce!”

Any siblings?    “1 younger sister”

Any nicknames?  “Patsy”, “Pumpkin Patch”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “A Doctor”

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?  “Invisibility, because then I could find out what people are saying behind closed doors”

Other interesting facts?   “I’m a black belt in karate” (Definitely fierce!)

 

For the week of 2/28/10

#24 Taylor Kochie

OH for the 14 Black


Taylor was extremely instrumental in the 14 Black’s strong finish over Presidents Day festival. Her leadership on and off the floor, strong serving,
and willingness to do whatever it took to win really led the team. She always has a great attitude with her teammates, doesn't try to draw attention to herself, and leads by example as one of the team’s Captains. Taylor has done a fabulous job improving and staying focused this season.

Way to go Taylor!!!


Some of Taylor’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Strawberry

Pizza: Pepperoni

Color: HOT Pink

Movie: Dear John

Musical Genre: Rap/Hip-Hop

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “A cheetah, because they’re super fast!”

Any siblings?    “3 older brothers”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “A Lawyer or Pediatrician”

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?  “Ability to fly, because I like to travel”

Other interesting facts?   “I’ve got 8 piercings!!

 

For the week of 3/1/10


#25 Abby O’Brien

S for the 15-Black

Abby is such a fantastic player and person.  She really shined at this past weekend’s Mankato tournament where the 15 Black team placed 2nd overall in the 16’s division out of 16 teams.  Her serving has become a consistent weapon and she leaves everything she has on the court as the team’s setter.  Abby is one of those players that is ultra-coachable and always is looking to improve.  If you get a chance to watch her play you’ll definitely leave with a big smile.

Way to go Abby!!!


Some of Abby’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Peppermint Bon-bon

Pizza: Cheese

Color: Orange

Musical Artist: Taylor Swift

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “A cheetah, because they’re super fast!” (strange, that’s what our last POW said)

Any siblings?    “2 younger – 1 brother, 1 sister”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “An architect”

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?  “Super strength, cause it sounds cool”

If you were stranded on a deserted island what would you bring?  “Food, duh”

Other interesting facts?   “I’m even more awesome at soccer than I am at volleyball”

 

For the week of 3/8/10


#17 Karli Lundberg

OH for the 16-Pink

Karli has been doing a fantastic job this season improving her game and helping her team.  She did an awesome job digging, serving and hitting this past weekend at the NL Power League.  Karli was the team’s leading scorer and kept a great attitude all day long.  Her coaches were gushing with superlatives for the way she played.

Keep it up Karli!!!


Some of Karli’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Cookie Dough

Pizza: Pepperoni

Color: Blue

Musical Artist: 2 Days Grace

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “A cat, so I can see in the dark” (definitely a night person)

Any siblings?    “3 brothers – all younger”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “A psychologist”

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?  “The ability to read minds”

If you were stranded on a deserted island what would you bring?  “All of my friends”

Other interesting facts?   “I can make my tongue into a four leaf clover”

 

For the week of 3/15/10


#8 Rachel Bilski

OH for the 17 ½ team

Rachel comes strongly recommended by her coaches for her outstanding character and dedication.  She is always leading and seeking to improve even through injuries.  Rachel’s work ethic and infectious smile help the team stay focused and cheerful.

Wonderful job Rach!!!


Some of Rachel’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Chocolate

Sandwich: Ham with Ranch (What? She doesn’t like pizza?!?!)

Color: Light Blue

Musical Artist: Rascal Flats

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “A dolphin, I have no idea why”

Any siblings?    “1 younger brother”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “An anesthesiologist, because I want to be around surgery but can’t deal with the dying part”

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?  “The ability to fly”

If you could meet anyone in history who would it be?  “Albert Einstein, because I’m down with math”

Other interesting facts?   “I can do back handsprings and back tucks”

 

For the week of 3/22/10


#6 Abby Gruenwald

OH for the 15 Black team

Abby G has been improving every time she has hit the court.  Her super consistent serve helped the team score points in bunches at the Odd Cup.  Abby has also sharpened her hitting and defense tremendously this season.  She’s got a great smile and loves to have fun.

Keep it up Abby!!!


Some of Abby’s favorites:

Ice Cream: Chocolate, Chocolate Chip

Pizza: Pepperoni

Color: Light Purple

Musical Genre: Rap

If you could be an animal what animal would you be?    “A Puma, because they’re fast”

Any siblings?    “1 older brother”

What do you want to be when you grow up?     “Wedding Planner”

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?  “The ability to fly”

If you could meet anyone in history who would it be?  “Misty May”

Other interesting facts?   “I’m an amazing lacrosse player”