Built to Compete: Corona del Mar Volleyball Preview

1:06 – Life Beyond Volleyball
Coach Katie Thompson shares about her six-week-old daughter, Scotty Marie, and how she balances motherhood with building practice plans.

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1:35 – Experience Returns
CdM brings back six of seven starters, giving the Sea Kings a veteran core.

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2:25 – Season Focus Areas
The team is emphasizing mental stamina, anticipation through communication, and disciplined execution.

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3:07 – Key Strengths on the Court
Daniel Booker anchors the middle, while outside hitters Ben Brown and Hunter Hannemann provide offensive firepower.

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3:45 – Playing with a Target
With six returning starters, CdM understands they’ll get every opponent’s best effort.

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4:46 – Veteran Coaching Staff
Nick Hannemann, Kurt Hansen, and Aubrey Caires round out a knowledgeable staff bringing diverse experience and insight.

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6:46 – Loaded Non-League Schedule
Matchups against Mater Dei, Mira Costa, Loyola, and Santa Margarita will test the Sea Kings early.

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13:31 – College Commitments
Ben Brown is headed to UC Santa Barbara, while Drake Foley will continue his career at Penn State.

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16:33 – Emerging Talent
First-year varsity player Cash Alexander steps in as a key lefty right-side hitter.

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18:25 – Most Complete Unit Yet
Coach Thompson calls this the most well-rounded and experienced team she’s had at CdM.