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 By  SPECIAL TO THE RECORD Published 
5:49 pm Monday, October 31, 2011

Player of the Week: Torian Thomas

Thomas plays volleyball.

BY CHANDLER SHIELDS

Name: Torian Thomas

Sport: Volleyball

Age: 11

Plays rec volleyball at Monrovia Community Center

Q: Why do you love volleyball so much?

A: Well it’s because I like having fun and I like hitting it over the net.

Q: What is your favorite part about it?

A:  I like knowing my team has my back.

Q: Have you ever dove for a ball?

A: Yes, like once or twice. It didn’t hurt actually. It felt good.

Q: What is the most exciting thing that as ever happened at a game?

A: One time I thought I hit the ball out but it really stayed in. I was so glad.

Q: How many years have you played?

A: This is my first year, and I love it so much.

Q: What is your team’s name?

A: Dynamite

Q: Who comes to watch you play?

A: My entire family comes most of the time, and I have a big family!

Q: What is your favorite part of your uniform?

A: My favorite part is my kneepads, because I don’t hurt my knees.

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