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Softball Recruiting with rising softball star Olivia Jesionek about her high school career and the opportunity to compete at the next level.

NCSA: What motivates you before a big game?

Jesionek: At Holy Name High School we pray before every game. First we pray in front of the Mary statue at school, and we pray in the huddle before and after games. Before my tournament games I pray by myself, and I listen to the radio or my iPod.

NCSA: What are you looking forward to if and when you get the opportunity to play at the collegiate level?

Jesionek: At the collegiate level I am looking forward to meeting new people. I am also looking forward to traveling to other states to play. I also want to play at a new and exciting level.

NCSA: Why did you get involved in softball?

Jesionek: I started playing travel softball when I was ten. I tried out for a twelve and under team, and I made it. I have loved the game ever since.

NCSA: Tell us about your interactions with college coaches so far.

Jesionek: I am receiving alot of letter and e-mails from coaches. There is a good mixture between close to home schools and out of state schools.

NCSA: How does your team look for this season?

Jesionek: I have a new high school coach this year. I am more comfortable this year on varsity because this is my second year. My travel team, MC Madness, is also a new organization. I feel comfortable because a lot of my teammates are the same from last year. This season I am taking strength and conditioning lessons. They help me to become stronger, and I am also working on my arms for softball.

NCSA: What are your goals athletically, academically and in your community for the rest of the school year?

Jesionek: My goal academically is to get above a 4.0. I also want to be exempted from as many finals as I can. I can do this by getting an A in both the third and fourth quarters. Athletically I plan to work hard to get a high batting average. I also want to help my team by getting a lot of RBIs. I also want to be the starting catcher on varsity. I am also working hard on increasing my speed. High school conditioning is helping a lot.

NCSA: Tell us about what you’ve learned since being with NCSA.

Jesionek: I have learned how to make and maintain a profile and video. I have also learned how to get coaches to notice myself.

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