Warriors seek return to state tournament
Sep. 4—COULEE CITY — Last season, the Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors (15-3) achieved their goals of reaching the state tournament and competing at the highest level. This season they look to build on that. "We have a ton of talent this year," Head Coach Katie Walsh said. "(We're) coming in with the mindset that we have the toughest district in the state, and we have to show up and compete ...
The Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors volleyball team, who reached the state tournament last season, aims to continue their success this year. Head Coach Katie Walsh is confident in the team's abilities, noting they have the toughest district in the state and must compete daily to achieve their goals. This year, the Warriors have five seniors returning, including Dani Isaak, Grace Okamoto, and Josie Bayless, who are expected to fill key roles.
Okamoto will continue as the team's libero and Bayless will play outside hitter, with the potential to play in the middle as well. Walsh emphasizes the importance of team chemistry, given the number of multisport athletes in the program. The team spent time together over the offseason at a camp hosted by Lindsey Linthicum and the Vikings to prepare for the upcoming season.
Walsh predicts a tough season due to the league and district being the most challenging in the state, with the district tournament acting as a mini-state tournament. The Warriors will need to maintain consistency throughout the season to secure wins. Their first regular season game is against Mary Walker on Sept. 8.
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