By Hayden Swope
Buhler’s Ashlyn Coker has been looking forward to the spring soccer season all year. After making second team all-league last season, Coker has big goals for herself and her team.
“Some goals that I have for this season would be to have a winning record, make the All-State first or second team, and improve my game speed,” Coker said. “I would like to have a strong finish to my high school soccer career and I feel that if I accomplish these goals, I will be happy with myself and my team.”
Over the offseason, Coker spent her time bettering herself mentally and physically, in hopes of coming out with a bang this season.
“I am preparing for this upcoming season by working hard to improve my skill set and I have been making better decisions to keep my body healthy and strong,” Coker said. “I have been working hard to strengthen my muscles and improve my speed as well. A particular weakness that I want to improve would be my ball handling skills. I want to become more comfortable and confident when I am making moves and moving up on the field.”
With this being her final season, Coker is looking to just enjoy her time with her teammates and coaches.
“I am most excited for the friendships and family-like aspects that we are surrounded by as a team,” Coker said. “We always try to have a good time and make things memorable for the underclassmen. I have been blessed to play on a team with such a strong bond and healthy atmosphere.”
