Zoe Trujillo, demonstrating flawless technique on the volleyball court. (John Fisken photo)
Trujillo embraces relay mate Avalon Renninger after a successful run this spring. (Pat Kelley photo)
There’s a new Trujillo in town and she hasn’t made anyone cry.
Yet…
When Zoe Trujillo enters Coupeville High School as a freshman in the fall, she’ll join older sister Valen, a ferocious competitor most famous for making King’s players run out of the gym wailing during middle school basketball.
Now, let’s be honest here.
Valen, off the court, is extraordinarily sweet and generous, traits Zoe also readily exhibits.
But her on-court drive has carried big sis to a school career record for volleyball digs, as well as the #1 singles slot on the the Wolf tennis squad.
And now little sis is arriving to pick up the mantle, with plans to join Valen in both sports.
While Zoe is looking forward to tennis, it’s volleyball which captures her heart.
“Definitely volleyball – I’ve played it longer and I love the team and the competitiveness,” Trujillo said. “I’d like to continue to improve my skills and hopefully play varsity this upcoming year.”
She credits Valen for being a big part of her support staff, as well as the coaches who have helped to fine-tune her game.
“My sister has helped me a lot,” Trujillo said. “Also, my club volleyball coach, Katelyn Turner, taught me a lot during last season with Whidbey Fury.”
Away from the court, Zoe enjoys playing classical piano and “challenging myself to learn new songs and techniques.”
She also found a new niche in school.
“I loved my wood shop class this year!”
Whether working as an athlete or in her day-to-day life, the busy, talented teen always tries to put forth her best effort.
“I like getting better at my sport and competing with myself,” Trujillo said.
“I think my strengths are that I’m willing to work for my goals and I’m coachable,” she added. “I’d like to work on getting stronger physically and on being more a competitive player.”
Just like her big sister.
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