Feels amazing to be home, but I feel a part of me is still in China. There was a lot of hard work and sweat left in China, and I believe our team has paved the way for other teams to follow. We met a lot of influential people in the volleyball world, including K alums, that allowed us to pick their brains about the Chinese culture, as well as the growing game of volleyball. This experience will definitely up our game and enhance our knowledge about another part of the world that is so beautiful, full of opportunities, and truly different from home. It was amazing how hospitable and kind the Chinese people were to us. The people that were our guides along the way, Teacher Woo and THE William, showed us many interesting and beautiful structures, and shared with us knowledge about their culture that they hoped we would bring back with us. We have a lot to teach, as well as a lot of information to put to use this season.

China was an amazing opportunity that I was glad I got to experience. I am very proud of my teammates that came to China to compete and learn together, as well as to work our way through a few adverse situations :). For those who couldn't come, we know they were back home training and working on opportunities that will benefit their futures. Thank you Cate for all your efforts and thank you to everyone who made this trip possible. This was an opportunity that none of us will ever forget .

Kim Marble, K'10