Talking Penn High School Boys Volleyball with Dominik Blatz

Penn Boys Volleyball dominated last year, winning sectionals. As this new school year begins, they are back at it, ready to put in the work so they can reach new heights. This pre-season interview is with Dominik Blatz, a senior who plays opposite-hitter on the team.

What is your main personal goal for this season?: I want to get more playtime this year and help my team win regionals

How did you prepare in the off-season to get ready for tryouts?: A lot of preseason practicing. Very intense drills. A lot of conditioning as well

What is one area of your athletic skill you want to improve the most?: My serve-receive; it’s something I really want to improve during this season.

You have had a lot of changes to your team roster. Are you excited for this new team?: I am really excited for this season’s roster, because we have a lot of new good players coming in.

Is there any specific person you think will take the lead this season?: Definitely Kelan Whitehouse. He’s such a strong player off and on the court. He’s always putting in the work and striving to be the best.

Any specific team you think is going to be a good competitor this year?: Northridge, they have a really strong team with a lot of club players. But I am really confident we’ll beat them.