Brynn Wildeboer started playing volleyball when she was in grade six. Half a dozen years later, the Ste. Rose star is set to graduate with honours from Ste. Rose school this school year and she's also leading her team on the court.
Wildeboer, who says Ste. Rose is a special community with incredible people, is in her senior year and it's been a year to remember for her and the entire team. The team's most recent triumph came last weekend when they completed a perfect weekend to win a tournament in Glenboro. Wildeboer averaged 6.8 kills and two aces per match. As co-captain of the Celtics, Brynn played a massive role in the team's second tournament win this season.
Their other title came at a tournament in Wawanesa.
"I think the season has gone incredibly well, everyone is working together and I believe I have improved a ton," said Wildeboer. "I have great chemistry with our setter which I have been playing with since grade six."
That setter happens to be Katelynn Preston. Not only has the dynamic duo been playing school volleyball together since grade six, but they have also extended their partnership on the court with the Parkland Vipers Volleyball Club since grade seven.
They're best friends off the court and when they hit the court together, they have become a force that is nearly impossible to stop.
"We work so well together, we're always thinking the same thing and we enjoy trying new things," offered Wildeboer. "Having that friendship makes things so much easier. She is always the first person I go to celebrate with after a point and when I'm having a tough time, she's the first person I want to talk to and is always there for me."
After the team's most recent triumph in Glenboro, which saw them not lose a single set, Brynn was recognized for her dominance on the court as she was named a Dairy Farmers of Manitoba Athlete of the Week. Brynn has long been passionate about volleyball and she's thrilled that her hard work is paying off.
"I was shocked to be completely honest, it meant so much to me when I found out," offered Wildeboer. "I think I have proved myself and deserve it."
The whole team has also been recognized for their play. In the most recent 'A' power rankings, Ste. Rose is ranked third in the province, only behind their Parkland rival Gilbert Plains Trojans and a very strong Reston Tigers team. The top 10 also includes the Rivers Rams, Deloraine Colts, Hamiota Huskies, Wawanesa Warriors, Elm Creek Cobraks, and Erickson Eagles.
"That feels amazing, we have played very good volleyball this year and I'm so proud of everyone on the team," commented Wildeboer. "It's great that we're such a small school that has been able to make a name for themselves, it's an honour to be ranked so high."
As she continues her dominance at the high school level, Brynn wants to thank all of her coaches over the years with the Vipers.
"It has been fantastic, the community is great in Dauphin," said Wildeboer. "New players come in every year and it's been very exciting to make new friends and play with new people. Being a Viper has been a true privilege."
Brynn is now heading to Oil Country as she plans to join the Club West Rage team out of Virden.
"That's going to be great, looking forward to meeting new people and developing my skills with a great club," offered Wildeboer.
The volleyball star is Ste. Rose strong and the future is bright.
"I love being from Ste. Rose, this truly is an incredible community with so many amazing people," ended Wildeboer. "Thank you to everyone for your support over the years, I love representing Ste. Rose."
