The Triumph Spotlight: Olivia Suel's Journey to VT Women's Basketball

💪Coach Brooks' individualized training and hands-on approach have had a significant impact on Olivia Suel's development as a player.

📚Suel values the opportunity to learn from a successful coaching staff and contribute her experience as a fifth-year player.

🌟Suel aims to make an impact as a leader and help the team achieve their goals, both on and off the court.

🏀Setting screens and hitting threes are among Suel's favorite parts of the game, and she's excited to contribute in those areas.

🙌Suel reflects on her past games against Virginia Tech and is now proud to be a part of the Hokie family.

Why did Olivia Suel decide to transfer to Virginia Tech?

—Suel was attracted to Coach Brooks' coaching style and the strong basketball culture at Virginia Tech. She wanted to stay in the ACC, where she felt the pace and style fit her game.

What impact does Coach Brooks have on Suel's game?

—Coach Brooks provides individualized training and hands-on coaching, helping Suel develop her skills and knowledge of the game. His approach has been valuable to her growth as a player.

What does Suel hope to contribute to the team?

—Suel aims to be a leader and use her experience to mentor younger players. She also looks forward to making an impact on the court with her strong screens and three-point shooting.

What challenges did Suel face as a fifth-year transfer?

—As a fifth-year transfer, Suel had to adapt to a new playbook and team dynamics. However, she appreciates the welcoming culture and the opportunity to learn from her new teammates.

How does Suel feel about joining Virginia Tech after playing against them in the past?

—Suel reflects on the competitive games she had against Virginia Tech in the past and is now proud to be a part of the Hokie family. She looks forward to contributing to the team's success.

00:00Olivia Suel shares her journey as a graduate transfer guard joining the Virginia Tech women's basketball team.

04:00Suel discusses her decision to enter the transfer portal and how staying in the ACC was one of her priorities.

06:00Suel highlights the impact of Coach Brooks' individualized training and hands-on coaching on her development as a player.

09:00Suel expresses her excitement to contribute as a leader and use her experience to mentor younger players.

13:00Suel talks about her favorite parts of the game, including setting screens and hitting threes.

16:00Suel reflects on her past games against Virginia Tech and expresses her pride in being a part of the Hokie family now.