The work is already underway.
Coupeville High School volleyball teams don’t play matches again until September, but Wolf coaches and players are already preparing for a new season.
CHS coach Scout Smith, heading into her second year at the head of the program, named five spikers Tuesday as her leadership team, with the group expected to lead the way going forward.
“Leadership team is a select group of athletes whose influence extends beyond the court, setting the tone for our entire program which represents the heart of our program’s mission,” Smith wrote on Instagram.
“The CHS volleyball leadership team is composed of players who consistently demonstrate leadership, excellence, accountability, and discipline — our program’s core values.
“These individuals lead by example on the court, in the classroom, and in the community.”
The leadership team is comprised of two girls who will be seniors (Haylee Armstrong and Lexis Drake), two who will be juniors (Arianna Cunningham and Tenley Stuurmans) and sophomore-to-be Kennedy O’Neill, who celebrates her 15th birthday Tuesday.
Smith, who was a strong leader during her own CHS playing days, will look to the five-pack to walk in her footsteps.
“Leadership team members are expected to go above and beyond the standard expectations of a player,” she said.
“Responsibilities include being a pack leader, managing team gear, and participating in leadership development trainings.
“Above all, leadership team members are a bridge between players and coaches.”
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