Creekview setter Katie Battani has come up big for the Lady Grizzlies this season, helping guide the school to its first state tournament appearance. Battani logged five blocks, three kills and 11 assists Saturday when Creekview claimed the No. 3 seed in the Area 5AA/A tournament and head coach John Edwards said the junior has great intensity on the court.

"She is real competitive," he said. "This year, she made really big strides and is one of our captains. (She is) leading the team, making sure they are ready to play, doing those things on and off the court as far as setting a good example."

Height: 6-0

Position: Setter

Class: Junior

Age: 17

Strengths: Said Edwards, "This year, she has become a much better blocker. She is just long and giving outside hitters fits."

I'm working on: Improving my setting overall, tipping and blocking.

Goals for the season: To make it to state, getting better overall and putting more of our trick plays in.

Favorite subject: Literature

Least favorite subject: Math

What's in your CD player right now?: A mix CD

What was the last movie you watched?: I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry

Favorite food: Pasta salad

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