The girls tennis team had a strong season this year. They were a team to be reckoned with and showed through their team 16-0 undefeated record, they know how to win.

“We had a great season. Everyone did amazing, and I can’t wait for next year,” freshman Livia Votruba said. 

Many individuals had great performances such as Votruba who had a undefeated 14-0 singles record she also won 1st Place in GACs at #1 Singles and 1st Place in GACs at #1 Doubles. Freshman Laila Votruba also had a 14-0 record and won 1st Place in GACs at #2 Singles, sophomore Camille Carlton had a single record of 13-1.

“Players improvements are; Hitting and serving become more consistent each play, and overall strategy was better,” coach Jennifer Granicke said. 

The team had many accomplishments this year including: Gateway Athletic North/Central Conference Champions and Team District Champions.

“This has been my favorite season. I love playing tennis with my friends. When you’re winning, it makes it so much more fun,” sophomore Leah Wall said. 

Granicke has been coaching tennis at Timberland for five years, family and consumer science teacher Teresa Burbala is also an assistant coach for the tennis team. 

“My favorite part about coaching is being able to bond with the players outside of the classroom environment. We become more than just a team, but like family, where we look out for one another and help each other succeed,” Granicke said. 

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