"Ashya has done a tremendous job as a leader this summer and pre-season," Brewer said. "She demonstrates leadership qualities that any coach desires in a student-athlete and has a level of maturity that makes her a joy to coach. She leads by example by working extremely hard on the court, in the weight room, during conditioning and in the classroom."
Ashya, who plays middle for the Tigers, said she is ready for this season, especially after an injury cut her season short last year.
"The pressure to 'get everything right' this year is very high, but that is what makes it so exciting at the same time," Ashya said. "It taught me to never take any second on the court for granted and to enjoy every moment. This is also what fuels my energy and hype for my teammates, which I feel is a big part of my role in the ... Click here to read full article
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