The Jewish Link of New Jersey and Gotham Burger would like to recognize 15-year-old Miriam Giller as this week’s Sportstar of the Week. Last month, Giller and the Frisch junior varsity volleyball team won the MYHSAL championship. Coach Sam Tilp told the JLNJ, “I have had the pleasure of being Miriam’s volleyball coach for the past two years. She is an all-around great player who does everything well. Miriam is the kind of player any coach would want on their team because she always gets the job done, regardless of the play in which she’s involved. She’s been a valuable asset to me these past two years.”

Miriam congrats on the big win.

Who would you say is your role model?

My older sister Devorah is my role model because she taught me to never give up and try my best in every aspect of life.

Who is your favorite athlete?

My favorite athlete is my coach Sam Tilp, she inspires me to do my best and work hard for what I want.

What is your pregame routine?

My teammates and I give each other pep talks before each game and make sure that no one goes into the game without a smile.

What is your earliest sport memory?

When I was younger I used to play basketball with my neighbors after school.

What is your funniest sports memory?

My funniest sports memory, besides the jokes and dances in between practices, is the time I accidently served the ball into my coach’s head.

What is your favorite sports memory?

My favorite sports memory is of course winning the championships against Ramaz last month.

What are your favorite things to do when not playing sports?

I love hanging out and go shopping with my best friend Deborah Greenfield.

What is the best thing about being a Sportstar?

The best thing about being a sportstar is being able to make new friends while bonding over a sport that you love.

The Gotham Burger Sportstar of the Week will receive a $10 gift certificate to Gotham Burger. Please send nominees for next week’s Gotham Burger Sportstar of the Week to [email protected].