“I’m very happy that she returned to the team. I think the team will gain a lot with her back in squad. Most importantly, this is a great learning opportunity for young players. It is clear that coaches can teach something, but for the players are great teachers as well, where there is someone experienced standing next to them at the court that can teach, suggest something. And in this aspect, her return is so valuable“, said Marichev for R-Sport.
Sokolova was member of five(!) Russian Olympic squads and is one of the biggest legends in Russian volleyball. After a short absence from the squad she is back with ”Sbornaya” for the FIVB Grand Champions Cup.
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