Post by 808 on Jan 20, 2004 1:43:20 GMT -5
Not sure if this was posted before. Here's an excerpt from the Rocky Mountain News dated December 4, 2003:
What captured my interest (more than the comment about her being the hardest hitter in the state) was that she's considered a "solid passer and blocker". With Hawaii losing Kim and Lily on the outside and as primary passers (along with Melissa), next year, Kanoe's going to need someone to step up and make good passes to her so that she can mix things up more.
Hittle was a popular pick among Class 5A coaches as the top player in the state. Although Doherty did not submit statistics this season, Hittle recorded 17 kills in the state championship victory against Grandview and was a solid passer and blocker.
Hittle, who has signed with Hawaii, likely is the hardest hitter in the state. Another thing that stands out is her easygoing manner off the court, a contrast to her fiery competitiveness during games.
"That's what makes Tara unique, and as a coach, you would never try to suppress it," Doherty coach Linda Feeney said.
Custer, Hittle's longtime teammate in volleyball and basketball, said Hittle has been inspirational.
"She is pretty much the best player in the state, and I admire her so much for her work ethic," Custer said. "She's an all-
around great person, in her personality and her play. She knows when she can be funny and when she needs to get serious. She helps the team when we're down, encouraging us and helping us stay in it."
Hittle, who has signed with Hawaii, likely is the hardest hitter in the state. Another thing that stands out is her easygoing manner off the court, a contrast to her fiery competitiveness during games.
"That's what makes Tara unique, and as a coach, you would never try to suppress it," Doherty coach Linda Feeney said.
Custer, Hittle's longtime teammate in volleyball and basketball, said Hittle has been inspirational.
"She is pretty much the best player in the state, and I admire her so much for her work ethic," Custer said. "She's an all-
around great person, in her personality and her play. She knows when she can be funny and when she needs to get serious. She helps the team when we're down, encouraging us and helping us stay in it."
What captured my interest (more than the comment about her being the hardest hitter in the state) was that she's considered a "solid passer and blocker". With Hawaii losing Kim and Lily on the outside and as primary passers (along with Melissa), next year, Kanoe's going to need someone to step up and make good passes to her so that she can mix things up more.
