February 28, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

Get to know SJO volleyball player Grace Goldenstein

What do you think makes the team so successful?

our communication

What is your favorite thing about volleyball and the team?

our close we are all together

Do you have any pre-game rituals?

nope

What has been the most important thing Coach McDonald has taught you?

to know that if your having a bad game that you have another job on the court

What is the most challenging part about playing volleyball at SJO?

the competition

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