Mantra

Mantra was the first Volley FX team to win Regionals and qualify for the USA Volleyball Championships.  With eleven players from nine different schools, the team truly represented the Greater Rochester Community and WEVA Region. Mantra 2002-03 was a true example of what it means to be successful student-athletes, as they are being recognized for their achievements as scholar-athletes and league all-stars within their school programs.

Chris Parks was Mantra’s coach, and had this to say. “Mantra was truly a family, and every moment that we spent training, practicing, playing, traveling, and just being a team, was a cherished one. They were selfless in their acts, and they embodied what it means to "put team first." Their mental toughness was tremendous and their unity, athleticism, and talent were absolutely amazing to witness. They sacrificed everything for each other, and in doing so, became a team that was unbreakable. They played for each other and were an omnipresent reminder to Kristie Karelus and me that coaching is an incredible opportunity. They did more than just become the first VolleyFX team to win Regionals and qualify for Nationals; they helped to set the standard for what it means to be a true team and family. This team had a tremendous impact on me as a person, and I became a better coach because of them. It was an absolute privilege and honor to have been one of their coaches, and they will remain in my heart and mind for the rest of my life.”

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It's a MANTRA thing. You wouldn't understand.