Athlete of the Week: Ebonee Rice
Name: Ebonee Rice
Sport: Volleyball
Grade: 11
Accomplishments:
The standout junior reached the 500 dig mark earlier this season at Huntingdon. She was selected team captain this year as well.
Coach Mike Kraft’s Quote:
“Ebonee has put a tremendous amount of time and effort into the sport of volleyball. She strives for excellence and holds herself to some of the highest expectations. She’s a tough, gritty competitor.”
Eagle Eye: How did you first get involved in this sport?
Ebonee Rice: “My friend Lexi invited me to a practice and I loved the sport.”
EE: What other sports do you play?
ER: “None”
EE: Favorite sports team?
ER: “Nittany Lions Women’s Volleyball”
EE: Favorite professional athlete?
ER: “Kylee Gooding”
EE: Favorite Food?
ER: “This bread”
EE: What is your favorite part of the sport you play?
ER: “My favorite part is getting to win with my team.”
EE: What is your greatest memory from this sport?
ER: “My greatest memory is winning team camp and getting 500 digs.”
EE: What is your greatest motivation to succeed?
ER: “Knowing that my teammates depend on me”
EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?
ER: “Try to get 1% better every day”
EE: What are your future goals?
ER: “I want to win districts this season”
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