On Monday, October 25, the New Haven Varsity volleyball team traveled to Montgomery High School to compete in Districts. The New Haven Shamrocks were ranked 5th. New Haven played Father Tolton Catholic at 5 PM on Monday. The Shamrocks came out with a win-- 25-12 the first set and 25-22 to finish the second set.
Afterwards, the players were asked how they felt they played and why.
Senior Natalie Pecaut said, “I thought my serves could have been better, but otherwise I thought we played very well as a team.”
Senior McKenzie Overschmidt responded with, “I think we played well and together because we were excited for our first district game.”
Senior Lauren Hoerstkamp replied, “I think we played well and got excited with every point. I thought we played well as a team.”
Junior Maria Sheible added, “I think I played pretty well and I was able to score a few points.”
Next they were asked what are some things you can focus on improving for your upcoming games.
Junior Maria Sheible said, “I think we need to focus on keeping the ball in the court when we serve or attack.”
Senior McKenzie Overschmidt replied with, “I think we need to improve on talking with one another and getting excited after every point.”
Senior Lauren Hoerstkamp responded with, “I think we could improve on our focus during the game and helping others during the game.
Senior Natalie Pecaut added, “Serving and passing the ball. And working together to accomplish one goal… beating Hermann!”
Good luck, Shamrocks, on the rest of your season!