Athlete of the Week: Emma Kropp

Senior leads Indians into Bergen County Tournament

Contributed by Emma Kropp

Emma Kropp (17) is The Smoke Signal’s Athlete of the Week for the week of Oct. 1 – Oct. 5

Name: Emma Kropp

Sport: Girls Volleyball

Grade: Senior

Position: Outside Hitter

The Lowdown: Thus far, Kropp has played in 8 of PV’s 11 games, and she has a total of 91 kills with an average of 11 kills per game. 

Expectations: The Indians play Ramsey in the Bergen County Tournament this weekend, and Kropp feels that her team should have a good chance to emerge victorious. If PV does win, it’s next match would take place against River Dell. 

What She Likes Most About Her Sport:

Proudest Moment on the Field: “Last season when we beat Old Tappan in a set and we were so hyped after.”

Best Thing About PV: PV’s immense spirit and how she feels extremely comfortable being here.

How Did She First Get Involved In Volleyball: She first started volleyball playing in middle school and she eventually quit basketball so she could focus narrow her focus. Kropp has played for her school and club teams ever since.  

Favorite Movie: “The Hangover”

Favorite Music Artists: Post Malone

Favorite Teacher: Mr. William Lynch (PV math teacher)

Favorite TV Show: “The Office”

Favorite Pro Athlete: Misty May-Treanor

Two People She Would Invite To A Dinner Party: Luke Bryan and Post Malone

Dream Vacation Spot: Greece

Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Chocolate Peanut Butter

What She Does In Her Free Time: Hanging out with friends and running

Role Models: All her volleyball coaches and her older sister

Future Plans: Kropp plans to play for a club-volleyball team in college and hopes to attend James Madison University.