Meet Jordan Mescher, Elgin Public/Pope John Volleyball

Name:  Jordan Mescher #0

Grade: Junior

Parents: Bill and Teri Mescher

Position: Libero

Why do you love playing this sport? “I love the thrill after getting an ace or a dig. I grew up playing the game and learned to love every aspect of it."

What is the most important thing you learned from sports? “It made me realize that life isn’t fair sometimes. Also like the game of volleyball, life is full up ups and downs, but you have to keep getting up.”

What is the hardest part of practice? “Conditioning and blocking drills."

What is your favorite memory from playing sports? “Getting to the district final game twice.”