Before every game, trainer Javier Margarito would work with Dasari to alleviate soreness and pain. Here, Dasari puts a hotpack on his shoulder prior to the Norcal final against Harker HS. Photo by Keshav Taneja.

Dasari walks onto the center of the court to reset during the senior night game against Harker HS. He maintained his calm demeanor throughout the game and they won on senior night 3-0. Photo by Keshav Taneja

Dasari’s friends and relatives have come to many of his games throughout the season. Standing alongside them, Dasari accepts the Norcal championship trophy after a season capitalized with a CCS and NorCal championship. Photo by Keshav Taneja

Dasari is quick to react as he jumps up and tips the ball back into play. Despite struggles early on in the game, the Matadors defeated Harker HS 3-2 to secure a Norcal championship. Photo by Roshan Fernandez.

In a game against Carlmont HS, Dasari prepares for the ball in a crucial point during the third set. The Matadors defeated Carlmont swiftly with a score of 3-0. Photo by Herman Saini

Dasari celebrates with teammate Rajas Habbu after defeating Harker HS 3-2 in the Norcal championship match. This was Dasari’s first Norcal championship match where he played, since he was out due to an injury the previous year. Photo by Roshan Fernandez

Dasari directs his team as they near victory on their Senior night. They defeated a familiar opponent, Harker HS, 3-0. Photo by Roshan Fernandez.