By Hayden Swope

Sophie Hall, a volleyball athlete at Andover High School, was chosen as the WSU Tech athlete. As a junior, Hall was named a first team all-league volleyball player.

“It means that I am dedicated and a leader for my sport and it means a lot,” Hall said.

Hall and the Trojans prepared for the year starting early in the summer, getting acclimated to each other and getting organized for the season.

“The team has been practicing since the beginning of summer so we have had a lot of time to adapt to each other and learn everyone’s strengths and weaknesses,” Hall said. “Being able to learn that factor helps the way we interact with each other on the court which is a big importance in volleyball.”

With this being Hall’s last season of high school volleyball, she has a big desire to lead the team far in the postseason. 

“I was hoping to have a good record for the team,” Hall said. “I wanted to grow in my leadership skills. Since many girls look up to me on the court, I need to be the best I can be and stay calm when games are close.”

Hall plans to attend college to continue her academic and athletic careers. 

“I am planning on either going to Oklahoma State University or University of Arkansas,” Hall said. “I will most likely major in journalism but I’m not sure about my minor yet. I want to become a writer or sports reporter. I will still play competitive volleyball in college so I can still be in contact with the sport.”