ECVA Spotlights Bermuda’s Olivia Gazzard
The Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association [ECVA] spotlighted Bermuda’s Olivia Gazzard, named Best Setter at the ECVA Championship, as she reflected on the team’s victory, playing alongside her sister Natalie and inspiring the next generation of volleyball players.
The article said, “A setter’s job is all about decisions: reading the block and picking the right spot for the ball in a split second, rally after rally. Olivia did that all tournament and helped lead Bermuda to a big win in the final, playing alongside her sister Natalie. We caught up with her after the awards
Was there a match or rally where everything clicked?
“It’s very difficult to narrow it down to one moment, but there were a few times when everything just flowed naturally, especially in the final. Our team was very focused, and I was dialed in on putting the ball in areas that gave our hitters the best chance to succeed. I felt confident in my decisions and trusted my hitters to execute when we needed them. As a setter, it’s such a great feeling when you’re in sync with the whole team. In the final, we put it all together at the right time, which led to a big win for Bermuda.”
You and Natalie were sisters long before you were setter and hitter. Can she read a look from you on court the way she would at home?
“Being sisters definitely helps. Natalie and I are very close, so sometimes we can communicate with just a look or a quick signal. At the same time, playing together has taught us a different kind of communication on the court. We’ve learned to trust each other and understand what the other person needs in the moment. Not many people get to share the court with their sibling and win together, so I’m very grateful for the fun and success we shared this tournament.”
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