Name: Addison Miller

School: Rock Falls

Sport: Volleyball

Year: Senior

Why she was selected: She posted 18 solo blocks in five matches at the Byron invite on Sept. 13 as the team went 4-1. Miller leads the Rockets with 29 solo blocks in 40 sets this season, including 53 total blocks.

Miller is the Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week after an online vote. She responded to a Q&A below.

How did you get into volleyball?

Miller: My mom had pushed me to get into volleyball in sixth grade. My whole family has played, and I always enjoyed watching the sport growing up.

What do you like about volleyball? Have you learned anything from it?

Miller: Volleyball has taught me many things like being resilient, communicating, and trusting your teammates. You’re going to make mistakes, miss se

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