Name: TZ Cumbo-Nacheli

Sport: Varsity volleyball

Class: Senior

How long have you been playing volleyball?

“This is my 9th year playing volleyball. I did camps starting in 4th grade, then through school and club 5-9th grade, then I stuck with just playing school volleyball throughout the rest of my high school career.”

Do you play any other sports at FHC?

“I played tennis at FHC freshman through junior year and then picked up bowling last year.”

What is your best memory from your time playing volleyball? 

“My favorite memory while playing volleyball was beating Forest Hills Northern in district finals.”

What music do you listen to to get fired up for games?

 “I listen to a lot of Travis Scott, Kanye, Drake, and Rihanna.”

 What are your individual goals for this season? 

“My goal for the season is to get 35 aces.”

Who is the biggest influence in your athletic career and why?

“My biggest influence in my athletic career is my dad because he has supported me in every sport I have participated in ever since I was a kid and continues to do so. He pushes me to be the best version of myself and encourages me 24/7. I look to him in the stands when I am in my head, and he immediately snaps me out of it, nods his head at me in approval, and that motivates me to never give up and keep giving my all.” 

What is your favorite class this year and why? 

“Honestly, I love all my classes equally. I have amazing teachers, and I love all my courses so far, but social psychology with Mr. Pierce is phenomenal. There is never a dull moment in that class.”

Who is your favorite professional athlete?

“Fun fact: I do not have a favorite professional athlete.”