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New leaders emerge for Roncalli volleyball squad

Aberdeen Roncalli volleyball coach Mandy Smid, far left, looks on as her team practices Wednesday at the Roncalli High School gym. Photo by John Davis taken 8/17/2022
The Aberdeen Roncalli volleyball squad will have a bit of a new look this fall as graduation claimed several cornerstone pieces of the squad. However, there are some familiar faces that are ready to step up to the challenge. Seniors Ella Hanson and Jazmine Hart-Crissman will be counted on for leadership this season. "I’ve seen their leadership already in practice, bringing the girls along," said Roncalli coach Mandy Smid. Other players who gained valuable varsity experience a year ago include Ava Hanson, Jadiyn Feickert, as well as Maddie Huber and Faith Danielson who are expected to share the role as primary setters. Smid said some of the returning players may find themselves in new spots on the floor this fall. "A couple of them might be stepping into some new roles and mixing things up a little bit," Smid said, "and hopefully finding a home for them where they can be as productive as possible." McKenna O'Keefe, who is coming off an injury, and Camryn Bain, who tr

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