Mariya
Team Member
About Me
I am relatively new to catchball and it is my first team sport to experience. Love it from the first practice. Later I realized that I am lucky to be a part of the team, as team spirit and attitude matter.
My Favorite Position
I enjoy playing in all positions. I enjoy catching the ball in defense as much as spiking and scoring.
My Favorite Memory of Catchball
First tournament. I was on a team for 2 months and got invitation to play at Seattle's tournament. I didn't play competitive games by that time and didn't see other teams in action. When I came I was frightened as other teams look so much stronger to me, I couldn't comprehend that I can get those balls. When the game started it was so much joy and excitement to be a part of it, to play defense (mostly), and set a ball to our spikers. The result was unexpected by me- I got my first gold medal in my entire life.
What I like about Catchball
It is a great exercise. While having fun catching and throwing a ball, your mind rests and your body gets stronger. The best side effect is a supportive community you'll get with it.
My Advice for New Players
You are never too old to try it. All you need to start is ability to catch a ball. You will master catching and spiking if you work on it. Your muscles will get stronger. Give yourself time. As a result you become healthier, get new connections and friends,and experience incomparable joy of winning and excitement of steps to your win as catching and scoring.
