By Addison Schwing – Editorial and Staff Editor

The Jonathan Law Powderpuff Team is preparing for its big game on Tuesday, November 26. The all-girls flag football team is a significant draw for upperclassmen, focusing on 10 days of intensive training before their game. Among the hardened senior class lineup are a slew of newcomers from the junior class, including junior Katherine Ayala. Advocate Editorial and News Editor reached out to her to talk about her experience.  

Addison Schwing: Why did you decide to join the Powderpuff team?

Katherine Ayala: I joined because I thought it would be super fun and aggressive and that’s what I want. 

Addison Schwing: How does practice usually unfold?

Katherine Ayala: We do a warm-up lap, then stretch and some more running. And then we go into sections. People who want to play offense go on one side of the field and people who want to play defense go on the other side of the field. We go through drills and play. 

AS: How do you practice off the field?

KA: I would exercise, so I would run a little bit and do some weights. 

AS: How do you coaches support you on the field?

KA: Our coaches motivate us and tell us to keep on going and tell us we can keep on going. 

AS: What advice would you give to a prospective member of the Powderpuff team?

KA: I would tell them that it is going to be rough and hard at first, but the vibe of everyone there and everyone cheering you on to keep on going and the adrenaline you pump it feels amazing.