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Create a Player ProfileQ&A With '29 Dream Team Invitee MC Crutcher
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A 5-11 outside for TAV 16 Black Yun, Crutcher is fresh off of a 15U Open gold medal in the Girls Junior Nationals. In a 3-set thriller championship match, she racked up 18 kills on a highly-impressive .438 clip on just 32 attempts – proving her lethality and as an attacker. She was the most efficient overall pin hitter on days 2, 3, and 4 – her invaluable contributions landing her a place on the All-Tournament team. Some may underestimate her initially due to her smaller frame in comparison to others – but don’t be fooled, Crutcher is just as just as dynamic and dominant attacker as someone 6-foot-3, and those misconceptions will be quickly alleviated after she bounces a kill 10ft line through the block. Recognized as a dynamic terminator who can find a kill anywhere on the court; from the subtle excellence of her passing to her jaw-dropping swings, her game is everything you could want in a developing six-rotation outside – and she’s not even in high school yet. MC is a fierce competitor and is constantly in competition to better herself, fueled by her faith and driven by purpose, she has caught the attention of the Husker Volleyball coaching staff, and soon will be a name the entire volleyball world will grow familiar with. I asked MC to recount her initial reaction and emotions to being invited, her mindset going into this unique opportunity, and what she is most excited for!
Q: What was your initial reaction when you received the invitation?
A: When I got the invitation my reaction was honestly hilarious. I was just lying on my bed watching a movie then a text popped up. I saw “Jaylen Reyes,” I automatically recognized the name and I opened it and no joke, I screamed so loud. Then the happy tears started. Once I stopped crying I ran downstairs to my parents room to tell them I got invited to the camp. You should’ve seen me, I was screenshotting the invitation and sending it to all my friends right away! I couldn’t stop rereading it, I felt so accomplished. And I couldn’t stop thanking the Lord for the amazing opportunity that was given to me.
Q: What is your mindset going into camp and what do you hope to take away from it?
A: Going into camp, my mindset is focused and motivated, aiming to improve my skills, and staying committed to my goals. I hope to learn from Husker’s coaching staff, push my limits, and develop both physically and mentally. Most importantly, I want to leave camp with a stronger understanding of volleyball, increased confidence, and a sense of readiness to contribute to my school volleyball and club volleyball team this coming season.
Q: What are you most excited about getting to experience?
A: I am most excited about getting coached by the Husker's coaching staff for two days. I can't wait to learn new things and also better the things I already know how to do. I am super stoked to see the campus, meet some of the future players and the current players and I can’t wait to see all my friends!!!! I’m just so grateful I got this opportunity to showcase my skills and the talent God has blessed me with. I thank the Lord everyday for what He has given me!