After missing out on key evaluation periods during the spring, many volleyball coaches are still traying to figure out what their roster is going to look like this season. However, Holtville coach Alison Franklin has had a pretty good idea of her squad with two thirds of last year’s players returning this season.
The Bulldogs now have nine seniors set to lead the way into the 2020 season and Franklin believes the experience can be used as a weapon early and often.
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