By Matt Browning
The Eisenhower volleyball team returns five starters from last season’s team that finished 22-14. This has Sydney Nance, a first team all-league selection, excited about what the Tigers’ prospects are for 2025.
“I am most excited about the team dynamic this year,” Nance said. “We have a bunch of talent this year and every spot on varsity is going to be fought for. Our practices have been built on intention and focusing on improving our game.”
Last season, Nance’s hitting percentage was .389 and 73 total blocks. Exceeding those numbers are just two things she wants to accomplish this season, as well as a significant team goal.
“I want to be a reliable and consistent player for my team,” Nance said. “A team goal would be to go to state this year and always hustle and give every single point all of our effort.”
While Nance’s stats were certainly impressive last season, there are aspects to her game she wants to improve.
“I would love to improve my passing/serve receive,” Nance said. “As a middle I was never really taught how to pass and that Is a skill I took upon myself to get good at over the summer. It will really enhance my diversity as a player once I get to college.”
Nance’s offseason was all about volleyball, as she was gearing up for her final season as a Tiger.
“During the off season I have been working out with a trainer, doing a lot of strength training, agility training, endurance training, and working on flexibility,” Nance said. “I have been involved in training/open gym sessions all summer on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Getting a lot of reps and working with a private coach to improve my defense skills specifically.”
