THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 1, 2024 Page 9 VOLLEYBALL | FROM PAGE 1 my sophomore year,” said San. “I started working for this position in 9th grade.” The libero of the team is essentially the backbone of the team: They tend to receive the most serves in games to maximize their offense and make some of the best passes. “From day one in volleyball, she was always the person who was willing to dive all over the floor and do whatever the team asks,” Coach Jurkowski said. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM NICE DIG: Malden High senior captain went low to dig a volley to set up a teammate in a recent match. (Courtesy Photo/Malden High Volleyball) itive attitude seen by her teammates. “She [San] communicates with BIG AIR: Malden High senior Jeslyn San went airborne to serve in a recent match at home. (Courtesy Photo/Malden High Volleyball) “Each year, she’s progressed more and more until senior year, and she’s libero now.” Being one of the most reliable players on the team reflects San’s ability to lead as a captain and demonstrates her experience and reliability within the sport. Her bond with her teammates is as strong as cement. Her long journey in Malden and with her team has brought the Girls’ Volleyball Team many successes this season, with her posHONORED | FROM PAGE 1 his commitment and support for the human services sector. The Providers’ Council is Massachusetts’ largest human service membership association. Their mission is to promote a healthy, productive and diverse human services industry. They often work closely with legislators throughout the year to advocate for matters that impact the human services sector. the team both on and off the court by being there for anyone whenever they need it. If someone is having a bad day she will be one of the most likely people to figure out why and handle it,” her senior Co-Captain Abigail Lee said. “She [San] motivates people off the court if we have a rough game to keep going, and if we win she’s one of the people who cheer the loudest.” San is well regarded as a great leader who can communicate about issues among her team and someone who is able to make her teammates perform as the best versions of themselves. “[San] is a very motivating person whenever we have our huddles before the games and in between time-outs,” Co-Captain Lovely Anne Gerochi said. “Jeslyn always helps everyone at practices and gives constructive criticism so we can all be our best selves on and off the court.” The Providers’ Council also offers high-quality public policy research, advocacy opportunities, education and training programs and networking opportunities to support human service workers and organizations. “I am deeply honored and humbled to receive the recognition of Legislator of the Year by the Providers’ Council,” said Representative Ultrino. “Thank you to the Providers’ Council for this recognition, to Action for Bos“Her leadership has shown as the years went on. Our first year on varsity, we were both in the same boat and her skills have only strengthened on and off the court when it comes to her as a player and as a leader,” Gerochi added. The three captains have all shared a bond since the summer before their freshman year, and their friendship and trust in each other has grown. Over the years, captains Gerochi and Lee said, they have both watched and noticed San’s growth as a person and as a player. “The girls, they see her play so hard and give everything that she has, that it’s infectious. The girls follow her lead,” Coach Jurkowski said of San. “It’s been awesome to watch because [San’s] a great person, too. So when you combine those two things together, you get an amazing player,” Coach Jurkowski added. “She’s been an amazing captain and has had an amazing senior year.” ton Community Development (ABCD) for the nomination, and to the many human services workers that work tirelessly to make a difference in our community.” The Providers’ Council 2024 Awards of Excellence celebration was hosted at the Boston Marriott Copley Place on October 21, 2024. Additional information on this year’s awardees can be found at https://providers.org/aoe-2024-2-2/ 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! 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