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'Trust the process': Saanich volleyball standout chasing Olympic dream from Italy
The 2021 Claremont Secondary graduate received a $10,000 Petro-Canada FACE grant as she adjusts to Italy’s competitive pro league.
- Saanich native Payton Henderson is currently playing professional volleyball for Cosedil F3 Motors Akademia Messina in Sicily while pursuing an Olympic dream with Team Canada, supported by a $10,000 Petro-Canada Fuelling Athlete and Coaching Excellence grant.
- A 2021 graduate of Claremont Secondary School, Henderson reached professional play following collegiate stops at Douglas College and the University of Alberta, building the foundation for her international career.
- Italy boasts one of the world's most competitive leagues, where Henderson quickly learned that consistent performance is essential. "The biggest difference is the level of experience and the attention to detail in every aspect of the game," she said.
- Despite the distance, former University of Alberta coach Carolyn O'Dwyer maintains a vital mentorship connection, providing feedback from Canada on Henderson's development and skills like serve-receive.
- Reflecting on her journey, Henderson advises young athletes to embrace unexpected opportunities rather than mapping their entire path: "You never know where the game might take you," she said.
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