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Meet the Freshmen: Natalie Glenn
8/3/2021 12:00:00 PM | Volleyball
Glenn is an outside hitter from Southlake Carroll, Texas
Natalie Glenn is a freshman opposite from Southlake, Texas. She played with Carroll Senior High and Texas Advantage Volleyball Club. A Second Team Under Armour All-American, Glenn is also a multiple-time All-American with PrepVolleyball.com and MaxPreps. During her career, she tallied 1,911 kills, 204 blocks, 112 aces and hit over .250. As a senior, she paced Caroll to a 14-6 overall record and to a deep playoff run while leading the team with 313 kills (4.2 per set), 30 serving aces and 501 serves received.
GS: Why did you choose Minnesota?
NG: I chose Minnesota because it felt like home. I love the environment, staff and players.There are so many resources here to help you succeed.
GS: How did you first get into volleyball?
NG: My mom played volleyball at Bryant University, so as soon as I could walk I had a volleyball in my hands.
GS: How have summer classes been going so far? Do you know your major yet?
NG: I loved my first ever college class. I got to meet a lot of new people who are in the same position as me and we had multiple guest speakers that made me comfortable with my transition into college. I have not declared a major yet, but I am interested in sports management or business.
GS: How would you describe yourself as a player for someone who has never seen you play before?
NG: I am undersized left outside. I can be pretty crafty when I need to be and I am very calm on the court.
GS: Why did you choose number 83?
NG: I chose No. 83 because it makes me feel closer to my dad when I'm on the court and it helps me embrace the challenges ahead.
GS: What's the best piece of advice you've gotten so far from your new teammates?
NG: To not be afraid, because they were all in our shoes once.
GS: What are you most looking forward to in your freshman season?
NG: I am most excited about having the PAV packed and back to normal. I think it will be an awesome experience.
GS: Is there a team you're most excited to play against?
NG: Not particularly, just excited about the season
GS: What goals do you have for yourself as a player?
NG: I want to become stronger, both mentally and physically.
Superlatives:
Favorite Food: I love a good steak with mashed potatoes
Favorite Sport (Other Than Volleyball): Basketball
Best Vacation Spot: I love going to California
Favorite Netflix Show: New Girl
Person You Admire Most: My amazing mom
GS: Why did you choose Minnesota?
NG: I chose Minnesota because it felt like home. I love the environment, staff and players.There are so many resources here to help you succeed.
GS: How did you first get into volleyball?
NG: My mom played volleyball at Bryant University, so as soon as I could walk I had a volleyball in my hands.
GS: How have summer classes been going so far? Do you know your major yet?
NG: I loved my first ever college class. I got to meet a lot of new people who are in the same position as me and we had multiple guest speakers that made me comfortable with my transition into college. I have not declared a major yet, but I am interested in sports management or business.
GS: How would you describe yourself as a player for someone who has never seen you play before?
NG: I am undersized left outside. I can be pretty crafty when I need to be and I am very calm on the court.
GS: Why did you choose number 83?
NG: I chose No. 83 because it makes me feel closer to my dad when I'm on the court and it helps me embrace the challenges ahead.
GS: What's the best piece of advice you've gotten so far from your new teammates?
NG: To not be afraid, because they were all in our shoes once.
GS: What are you most looking forward to in your freshman season?
NG: I am most excited about having the PAV packed and back to normal. I think it will be an awesome experience.
GS: Is there a team you're most excited to play against?
NG: Not particularly, just excited about the season
GS: What goals do you have for yourself as a player?
NG: I want to become stronger, both mentally and physically.
Superlatives:
Favorite Food: I love a good steak with mashed potatoes
Favorite Sport (Other Than Volleyball): Basketball
Best Vacation Spot: I love going to California
Favorite Netflix Show: New Girl
Person You Admire Most: My amazing mom
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