dear volleyball, thank you for being such a huge part of my life. you’ve taught me discipline, teamwork, and how to keep going even when things get hard. you’ve given me some of my best memories and the most amazing people. to my coaches- thank you for believing in me, for pushing me to grow, and for showing me what hard work really means. our coaching staff at marlington has truly been amazing, you put your own lives aside to provide me mine and that speaks volumes, thank you! to the non seniors- thank you for becoming my second family, for the laughs, long practices, lifelong friendships and unforgettable moments on and off the court. to my seniors- i wouldn’t want to go through this amazing journey with anyone else. you guys are truly my best friends and have pushed me to get to this point, i will forever cherish every moment we have spent together for the past 6 years. to my friends- thank you for always being there, cheering me on, supporting me through every high and low, and celebrating every win like it was your own. to my family- thank you for being my biggest fans, for the endless love, late-night talks, and constant encouragement that kept me going. and to God- thank you for blessing me with the courage, strength, and health to persevere through this journey, and the people who have made it all so special. 3x state appearances, a 9-peat in our conference, and more awards than i ever imagined, but what means the most are the memories, lessons, and relationships i’ve gained along the way. volleyball has shaped me into who i am today, and i’ll forever be grateful for every moment. a huge thank you to everyone i have met throughout this journey. i love you all. #23 out🧡🧡