By Gia Edwards – Staff Reporter

Junior Jill Hall is the goalie for the Law varsity girls soccer team which has qualified for states. All summer, the team worked hard in conditioning, and have continued to work hard in practice, setting goals for the season, and bonding during pasta parties. Advocate Staff Reporter Gia Edwards interviewed Hall about her season.

Gia Edwards: What were your team goals this season?

Jill Hall: To make second round of states since it has never been done before. To have a team GPA over 3.5, and to have control and possession of the ball on the field. Hopefully having over 50 percent of possession than than the other team.

GE: What were your personal goals this season?

JH: To go All-SCC and to help my teammates on and off the field. To be a role model.

GE: How do you think the team has done so far this season?

JH: We haven’t lived up to our full potential. We have had some tough losses but we know how to bounce back. I think we could be so much better than what we are showing on the field.

GE: How do you deal with the pressure and sometimes even frustration with being a goalie?

JH: I try my best to communicate with the girls and say things like ”keep fighting” and “don’t give up.” Words of encouragement. It is hard sometimes to let goals in, but everytime it happens, I tell myself “You still have to be a leader to your team and keep your head in the game.”

GE: Do you think the team having a close bond contribute to success during the season?

JH: Yes, definitely. If our team is close, we will have better trust and communication with each other on the field.