Central High Volleyball Preview

Coach: Caitlyn Welty

Number of Years as Head Coach: First year

League: Laurel Highlands (1st year for the team)

District 6AA

2020 Record: 3-13

Returning Starters/Letterwinners: Seniors: Faith Brumbaugh, Brooke Claar, Haylie Mingle, Adalyn Smith; Juniors: Kirsten Ayers, Maya Hazenstab, Alex Klotz; Sophomores: Kaitlyn Weitzel

Newcomers: Seniors: Aubree Berkhimer, Jenna Haney, Rebecca Roth; Sophomores: Heather Brumbaugh, Madison Kennedy

Strengths: “They are a smart team that picks up new information fast and adapts their play accordingly. The team dynamic in and out of the gym is phenomenal and they are very excited to play. There are a lot of girls on the team, which gives us a very good depth chart to play with.”

Concerns: “It’s a new program and coaching staff with big changes, which comes with its own learning curve and we are starting it in a new conference.”

Overall Outlook: “We have some really strong athletes that learn fast which should help promote a good season. We are very excited to get started in this new atmosphere and against new teams.”

Team Goals: “We are striving for a winning season backed by our increased communication, teamwork, endurance and vision.”

Team Captains: Brooke Claar, Haylie Mingle, Addison Smith

Assistant Coaches: Briana Cunnigham, Pam Ayers, Michaela Lefchick, Bethany Wyant