Hannah Colbus

Waterpolo’s End

The feel of the water on her skin was so smooth. The energy was pulsing through the air as she played what would forever be remembered as her last water polo game. It was senior night for Hannah Colbus. She knew she needed to enjoy these last few moments as they were the last ones she would ever have on a sports team with all her best friends. Thoughts raced through Hannah’s head, knowing this fouryear experience was something that could never be replaced.

The water polo team was playing Whitney and she recalls the excitement of all the girls jumping up and down off the bench as the shot clock ran out and they knew they had won. Everyone got so much play time and just enjoyed the game. Rocklin and Whitney are known for their rivalry but everyone was so happy to be a part of that experience and there was no bad blood in the pool. Emotions were high on this evening in October for the whole team.

The weather was perfect for the event and the pool was so refreshing in the heat, with the pressure to do well. The crowd cheering made the moment come alive in a way that will always live on for Hannah. Feeling the presence of her friends and family made everything that much more special. All of them being there to celebrate her water polo career coming to a close and showing their love for her was just such a memorable moment in high school.