digging life with kim

This is the second in a 8-part series profiling the returning members of BU volleyball team. Let's get to know junior OH, Kim Feigles.

BUsports: What have you been up to since last season ended? Anything interesting or exciting? I have been working and living in Scotts Valley. Trying to plan for my future and having fun along the way.

BUsports: How do you feel the spring season went for the team and for you as an individual? Spring season was good for our team. I feel that we pushed each other hard in workouts and competition for next season started to heat up.

BUsports: If you had to pick one area of the game that you improved upon most during the spring season, what would it be? I'm constantly striving to improve my blocking skills. I always feel that I'm improving, yet I always feel that there's more room for improvement.

BUsports: Is there anything specific that you're working on this summer to help you out when the season starts in the fall? I'm working hard at consistantly doing my workouts and making healthy eating habits so my body will be in ideal condition for the fall.

BUsports: When you look ahead to the 2009 season, what are you most excited about? I'm really excited that we have such a large incoming group of girls. I'm excited to get to know them on and off the court.

BUsports: What are some of the goals that you have as an individual for next fall? I want to work hard to get exceptional grades in school.

BUsports: Any exciting plans for the summer before fall practices start? I recently got back from a missions trip to Mexico and am looking forward to a family reunion in Pennsylvania later this month!

BUsports: When you’re not on the volleyball court, what are you most likely doing? You'll find me either working, working out, drawing or just hanging out with friends.

BUsports: Are you a fan of any other sports? What teams or players do you follow? I'm a fan of playing almost all other sports! As far as watching sports on tv goes I mostly stick with football or baseball. Steelers and Dodgers!

BUsports: Complete this sentence: ‘The best thing about being a Bruin is ...’ the community I am surrounded by.