Most seniors feel they are expected to step up and become role models.

For the seniors on the volleyball team exceeding that expectation was a must.

They have been trained on and off the court to take responsibility and be leaders.

“I think the C.L.A.S.S we use at Heritage really affects them on the court, because it’s teaching them all those characteristics on the court as well as off the court,” said Head Coach Jenny Anderson.

Being leaders not only has to do with C.L.A.S.S., but also the confidence that the seniors take to the court.

“I think the biggest difference is their confidence level. They seem more confident in their abilities and they know what they can and can’t do and they’re still working hard to get better,” Anderson said.

These seniors also have expectations to not only improve themselves but also other players.

“Everything we do, we have to do it better, like to the best of our ability, so we can’t like slack off or anything. Everyone looks up to us,” said senior Kristin Pierce.

“The seniors are willing to work with the girls and bring them up,” said Coach Anderson.

This work ethic shines bright to new assistant coach Tim O’Brien.

“Right away when I met these seniors, my first thought was, ‘these girls have some talent, and they have some passion for the game, and they are hungry to be successful and have a good season,’” said Coach O’Brien

The seniors said they are sad to leave, but they will keep the memories they made with their team forever.