Before the family, the feast, and the football, we all show our gratitude for and to those who have had an impact on our lives, as we highlight just some of the abundant appreciation our readers were kind enough to share with us.
Happy Thanksgiving, and holiday season, y’all.
“To our players’ friends and classmates, thank you for your support as these girls sacrifice so much of their time to play a sport they love. You are a big reason they continue staying committed to the program, knowing that their village will still love them despite their busy schedules. To our parents, thank you for the sacrifices you have made to support your daughter’s dreams of playing for NDA volleyball.” “To our community supporters, thank you for always rooting our girls on as they pour themselves into every aspect of the game. To all of the NDA faculty and staff members, the Sisters of Notre Dame, Athletic Director Myanna Webster, Assistant Principal Amber Grayson, and Principal/Interim President Mr. Jack VonHandorf, thank you for always giving our student-athletes the opportunity to develop skills that will only benefit them for life outside of volleyball.”
–Leslie Litmer Co-Heach Coach, Notre Dame Academy (Park Hills, KY)
“First and foremost I thank God for giving me the opportunity to coach, and be on this earth. Second, my husband and family. We have 2 toddlers and as a coach’s spouse he had to pick up all the pieces while I was away late for games and practices. I am so thankful for him allowing me to pursue my love for coaching by the support he gives during season with our boys. My staff is the best staff in the state. I have never felt more supported and encouraged by a group of coaches, and I watch them pour into all our athletes so intentionally every single day. Lastly, thank you to our school, GAC, for the constant support and help throughout the entire season. Our athletic office always made sure we were taken care of and our needs were filled and our school staff made our girls feel like rockstars by showing up to each game and checking in on them constantly.”
–Rachel VanderPol Head Coach, Greater Atlanta Christian School (Norcross, GA)
“I am so thankful to my club family!! We have endured ups and downs through the seasons-but never stopped cheering each others girls on!!! They are very supportive and kind! I’m blessed to have…