Kelsey Crocker is a sophomore on the Dowagiac volleyball team.

 

What has been one of your greatest accomplishments as an athlete?

KC: Making the varsity team as a freshman.

 

What has been one of your biggest disappointments as an athlete?

KC: Losing games you know you could have won.

 

What has been a hardship in your life?

KC: My height has challenged me throughout my volleyball career.

 

Who is a “hero” in your life and why?

KC: My mom. She always motivates me to never give up.

 

When are you the most nervous while you are competing?

KC: When we have a close game and it is my serve.

Describe an embarrassing athletic moment.

KC: Practicing with my team and JV, slipping on water and landing on my face.

 

How do you tend to work out/train when by yourself?

KC: P1 Workouts in Niles.

 

What other sport would you like to compete in if you were not playing yours?

KC: Softball.

 

Why are sports an important part of a high school experience?

KC: It helps you keep your grades up, keeps you out of trouble and it makes memories.

 

How would you give away $50,000?

KC: Donate it to a cancer foundation.

If you could be the head coach of a team for a year, what team would you choose?

KC: Michigan State volleyball.

 

If I did not play sports, I would…?

KC: Get a part-time job.

 

What is the most challenging thing for you to do in your sport?

KC: Setting the ball.

 

If you could change one rule about your sport, what would it be?

KC: If it hits the wall it should be playable.

 

What is the best compliment you have ever received?

KC: You’re amazing at volleyball and could go Division 1.

What was the scariest thing you have had to do? Are you glad you did it?

KC: A game-winning serve. Yes, we won.

What was the last thing you saw someone do that really impressed you?

KC: It is amazing to see other people from another country having the same passion and love for the game as I do.

 

What is your favorite hobby? Why?

KC: Volleyball. I love the game.

 

Choose one word to describe yourself:

KC: Competitive.