Two high school players Alex Reid and Tiara Wallace have signed National Letters of Intent to join CSULBs 2012 women's volleyball season.
Both players are on the AVCA All American watch list. Both Reid and Wallace are at the top of the prep recruits
"Alex is a complete player," noted Gimmillaro. "She's an explosive athlete, and is already an accomplished passer, defender and blocker, as well as a great hitter. She is really focused on being a big part of our program." http://www.longbeachstate.com/sports/w-volley/spec-rel/111411aab.html
In addition to Reid, the current "Senior Ace" 6-4 middle blocker Tiara Wallace is also set to bring a lot to the 2012 team with her blocking and hitting skills. Taking the place of senior Michelle Okpala. The team is predicted to just fine with the new additions to the team.
The 2012 team has five returning starters on top of Reid and Wallace.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Haleigh Hampton earns 2nd Big West Player of the Week
Its a rare feet for someone to win the Big West Player of the Week, but sophomore Haleigh Hampton has yet again, garnered the honor.
When i talked to Hampton she said of the honor, "it felt great to be named conference player of the week twice but i wouldn't be there without my team. theres a lot of great players in our league and it really is an honor to be chosen".
Hampton accounts many of her successes in volleyball to her teammates. Especially in times like now when they are in a battle to make it to the NCAA playoffs.
With such high stakes on the line for the team going into each game, the stress level of the team seems to be on a high. But the teams mentality seems to keep everyone together and positive before each game.
"We're driven by the prospect of getting a bid into the ncaa playoffs. We really try and focus on the game at hand but theres a constant thought of a bigger picture. When were struggling we really try and calm down, address the situation, and fix it by just playing our game and not theirs. We play a high quality level of volleyball and we dont want to play down to our opponents level, says Hampton".
When i talked to Hampton she said of the honor, "it felt great to be named conference player of the week twice but i wouldn't be there without my team. theres a lot of great players in our league and it really is an honor to be chosen".
Hampton accounts many of her successes in volleyball to her teammates. Especially in times like now when they are in a battle to make it to the NCAA playoffs.
With such high stakes on the line for the team going into each game, the stress level of the team seems to be on a high. But the teams mentality seems to keep everyone together and positive before each game.
"We're driven by the prospect of getting a bid into the ncaa playoffs. We really try and focus on the game at hand but theres a constant thought of a bigger picture. When were struggling we really try and calm down, address the situation, and fix it by just playing our game and not theirs. We play a high quality level of volleyball and we dont want to play down to our opponents level, says Hampton".
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