What are Yamasaki’s expectations for her team in this inaugural season?
“The entire group of girls I have took this challenge for a reason. They came knowing that they’re going to be the first ever. They’re going to make history, make the legacy and the records. And because I have such great girls in that regard, we’re going to attack things full force. Yes, I’m going to be realistic with the style of play when I play against teams like USF, but first there is Menlo College. I don’t know Division II like I know Division I. I’m going to have to study. Our schedule is absurd. We play a full season between November and February. It’s a matter of making it through the season with heads held high and with pride and dignity, and hopefully if we continue to improve at the rate we are now, we will get wins, based on effort alone.” How would she describe her coaching style? “I’ll be honest and say that I’m not one thing yet. If I had to pick I would say I’m a ‘players coach’ only because I’m constantly speaking from experience, I’m constantly showing through the wa
