Preslee Hartsock\u2019s basketball journey began in the driveway with her mom, a former standout at Oklahoma State in the late \u201990s. \u201cShe would take me to the gym or out in the driveway, and I loved the game,\u201d Preslee shares. Though she started as a competitive soccer player, she got serious about basketball at the end of elementary school, setting the foundation for her athletic career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now a senior at Community Christian High School, Preslee serves as the point guard and leader for her team. \u201cI know what Coach Thrailkill wants and try to help everyone else get there,\u201d she says. \u201cI take it personally for every one of my teammates to thrive, so I try to set them up for success. We have some great shooters, so creating for them and hitting the athletes running the floor is my focus.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Team chemistry has been key to Community Christian\u2019s success. \u201cWe had zero seniors last season and one the year before that,\u201d Preslee explains. \u201cThis group of five seniors has been leading and playing together for a long time. We love each other like sisters and want to work hard for each other and win! Adding some great young kids to the team this year is making practice more competitive, and we have a lot of respect for each other.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the proudest moments of her career came last season. \u201cWe made it to the State Tournament for the first time in school history!\u201d Preslee says. As she looks ahead, she has her sights set on even greater achievements. \u201cWe want to win a gold ball!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Preslee\u2019s dedication extends beyond team practices. \u201cOutside of practice, I have mornings or evenings designated to not only getting up shots but working on new skills,\u201d she explains. \u201cI\u2019ve also gotten better at watching film to learn from my mistakes.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Community support plays a big role in her motivation. \u201cWe have the BEST fans at Community Christian!\u201d she says. \u201cThey truly love and support us like family, and we want to win for them. They make playing in front of them really fun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After high school, Preslee plans to play basketball in college and pursue a career in sports broadcasting. \u201cI\u2019m excited to see where I will land!\u201d she says. Reflecting on her journey, Preslee is proud of \u201cleaving a legacy\u201d and helping people fall in love with girls\u2019 basketball. \u201cEnjoy every second of it,\u201d she advises younger athletes. \u201cIt goes too fast.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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