SHE VILLWOCK YOU
HOWLAND, OH – As the Howland High School girls basketball team concludes another promising season, senior Rylie Villwock reflects on her journey and leadership alongside her fellow senior, Sophia. In a recent interview with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig, Villwock detailed her experience as one of the team’s key leaders, sharing insights into her growth both on and off the court.
With only two seniors in the team this year, Villwock acknowledged the significant leadership responsibilities she and Sophia had to shoulder. “We knew we would both have to take on a huge responsibility,” Villwock explained, emphasizing the tight-knit bond and friendships within the team that made their leadership role more manageable. She further described her leadership style, noting, “I push the girls every day in practice… I just like to push the girls to practice so we can get [to] full potential.” Villwock also spotlighted the young players who are set to carry the torch after her departure, naming sophomores Mia Thomas, Mike Banzik, Tegan Bell, and Abby Henry as future leaders. Looking to the future, she hopes these teammates will remember her for pushing them in practice and always being there for them.
As she prepares to graduate, Villwock expresses her gratitude for the trust and guidance of Coach Pounds, who has been pivotal in boosting her confidence throughout her high school career. “He puts a lot of trust into me and Sophia… It means a lot because we feel like we have a say in what happens,” she shared. Outside of basketball, Rylie Villwock has exciting plans to attend Ohio State University and major in business. Inspired by her family’s background in insurance, she looks forward to possibly continuing the legacy by entering that field. “My dad owns an insurance business, so I’ve been around that my whole life,” Villwock noted, describing her career aspirations.
Looking back at her high school years, Villwock beams with pride at her accomplishments, both academically and athletically, and appreciates the unwavering support of her family, friends, and teammates. “I don’t remember the last time my parents have missed a game,” she remarked with gratitude. Villwock’s journey may be reaching a close at Howland, but her impact on the basketball court and her team will be lasting. As she paves her way into the next chapter, all eyes are on this promising student and athlete, eagerly anticipating what she’ll achieve next.
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