At a young age, sophomore Ashley Beaton discovered her talent as a volleyball player. She has continued improving since that point, and has high hopes for the remainder of her career.
lhsimage.com delves into her life as a dedicated volleyball player.
Q: How many years have you been playing volleyball and has it been your only sport?
A: “I’ve been playing since 5th grade, so six years. In middle school, I played select softball and volleyball. Also dance and cheerleading. Our volleyball team name is Rockwood Thunder.”
Q: Has your team qualified for Nationals in the past?
A: “Yes, the first time was in 8th grade in Miami. Last year it was in Reno. Hopefully we will qualify for Nationals this year. That would be tight.”
Q: Where did Nationals take place last summer? What were the results?
A: “Nationals were in Reno. We didn’t place so good but at least we got there. As a team, we were proud we were there but we knew we could do better.”
Q: What steps did you and your team have to take to make Nationals?
A: “We had to pick a good team and practice every aspect to make our team better. In order to get to Nationals, we had to go to Qualifiers or place first or second at Regionals.”
Q: What are you expectations this year for you and your team? Where are Nationals this summer?
A: “As a team, we started out rough but my expectations are to make it this year and do great as a team.”