The New Haven varsity volleyball girls travelled to Montgomery on the 22nd and 24th of October to compete in Districts. New Haven faced North Callaway with a 4-15-1 record in their first game, and won both sets 25-8. Next, New Haven played Montgomery with a 11-8-1 record. Unfortunately, New Haven ended up losing both sets 25-23 and 25-20 and ultimately got eliminated from the tournament.
The team was asked how their overall experience was in Districts this year.
Claire Meyer responded by saying, “It was a lot harder competition this year being moved up to class two, but it was cool seeing how hard we worked and how well we competed against the harder teams.”
McKenzie Pecaut said, “I thought [the matches] went well. And we had some great plays.”
Morgan Branson, “The competition was better this year, but we were still able to work well together.”
Next, the team was asked what advice they would give any upcoming varsity players on preparing themselves for Districts.
Claire Meyer mentioned, “Work hard and have a positive attitude no matter what obstacles you have to face.”
McKenzie Pecaut commented, “Just keep working hard in practice.”
Natalie Pecaut replied, “Never give up. Just keep pushing.”
Finally, the senior volleyball players were asked what their favorite part about Districts was over the past years.
Claire Meyer responded with, “Seeing how Mrs. Hoener really believed in us and how she was really proud of us.”
Congratulations to the volleyball team on the great season!