Wingspan: When and why did you start playing volleyball?

Paulk: “I started volleyball in second grade playing on a recreational team at PSA with my friends.”

Wingspan: What is your favorite part about volleyball?

Paulk: “My favorite part about volleyball is getting to play with and be surrounded by my best friends every day.”

Wingspan: Who is your biggest supporter?

Paulk: “My biggest supporter is my mom. She’s at every game and I can always hear her cheering for me.”

Wingspan: Who is your biggest inspiration?

Paulk: “My biggest inspiration is Brooklyn Shelton, our libero who graduated last year. She was an amazing player, but I always strive to be the kind of teammate she was-loud, supportive, and putting her team first.”

Wingspan: How do you deal with nerves before a game?

Paulk: “When I feel nervous before a game, I pour into my teammates and cheer extra loud to get more comfortable.”

Wingspan: How do you feel the season is going so far?

Paulk: “I’m really really happy with how this season is going, and am beyond proud of the team now compared to where we started. We weren’t sure how this season was gonna go, but our hard work has paid off immensely.”

Wingspan: Do you plan to continue your volleyball career after high school? Why or why not?

Paulk: “I don’t plan to play in college, I just really want a “normal” college experience and need to find myself outside of being a volleyball player.”