About the WVIAC Founded in 1924, the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WVIAC) rates as one of the oldest leagues at the small-college level. The league's 15 member schools include: Alderson- Broaddus College, Bluefield State College, University of Charleston, Concord University, Davis & Elkins College, Fairmont State University, Glenville State College, Ohio Valley University, Shepherd University, West Liberty University, West Virginia State University, West Virginia Wesleyan College and Wheeling Jesuit University. The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown and Seton Hill University joined the WVIAC for the 2006-07 season. Pitt Johnstown and Seton Hill are the WVIAC’s first out-of-state members since 1932. The WVIAC moved into the NCAA Division II ranks in 1994 after a long affiliation with the NAIA. The conference was the only one in Division II to place a team in the national quarterfinals in men’s basketball, football and baseball during the 1998-99 academic year. In 2002 the WVIAC, along with two other conferences, became the first league to earn four bids to the NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Championship. Commissioner Barry Blizzard, who has held the post since 1987, led the move into the NCAA. Blizzard, a native of Bramwell, West Virginia, previously served as the athletics director at Bluefield State. The long-time conference chief has served in a variety of national leadership positions, including a stint as president of the Division II Conference Commissioners’ Association. He is currently the chairman of the NCAA Division II Nominating Committee. Alumni of conference members include West Virginia State’s Earl Lloyd (the first African-American to play in the National Basketball Association), Pitt Johnstown's John Murtha (former US representative), and Wheeling Jesuit’s John Beilein (current Michigan men’s basketball coach). The conference’s basketball tournament is one of the longest-running events in collegiate hoops; the 74th annual event was held earlier this year at the Charleston Civic Center. Attendance at the WVIAC tournament ranks among the highest in Division II. The conference also boasts a 10-station radio network for the tournament.

Women’s sports were incorporated into the WVIAC during the 1981-82 academic year as the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Association was absorbed. Currently, women’s championships are offered in softball, golf, tennis, track, basketball, volleyball, cross country and soccer. Men’s championships are conducted in football, cross country, soccer, basketball, baseball, golf, tennis and track. The league was recognized by the State Journal as one of “55 Great Things About West Virginia” in the magazine’s April 2007 edition. The WVIAC is headquartered in Princeton, WV

WVIAC Corporate Partners

Past WVIAC Volleyball Tournament Winners

2010 Wheeling Jesuit 2009 Wheeling Jesuit 2008 West Virginia State 2007 Wheeling Jesuit 2006 Charleston/West Virginia State

Past WVIAC MVPs

2010: Jenna Pew (WJU) 2009: Catie Halberstadt (WJU)

All-WVIAC Tournament Teams

2010: Jenna Pew (WJU), Casey Gates (WJU), Kristen DuBroy (WJU), Keysha Allison (WJU), Cassie Marsh (A-B), Samantha Wisborn (A-B), Jillian Brown (A-B), Katie Williams (UC), Emmalee Luther (UC), Aushia Beavers (FSU), Haley Lippert (FSU), Melissa Pierzchala (WLU) 2009: Catie Halberstadt (WJU), Keysha Allison (WJU), Missy Gossett (WJU), Kristen DuBroy (WJU), Annie Federoff (A-B), Lindsay Hadley (A-B), Amanda Check (A-B), Tracy Lee (WL), Lauren Saelens (GSC), Amanda Luedtke (WVSU), Christina Wichrowski (WVSU), Lauren Gardner (SU), Amanda Hall (SU)

ALDERSON-BROADDUS COLLEGE Location Philippi, WV

Founded 1871

Enrollment 650

Nickname Battlers

Colors Navy, Gold & Gray

Athletics Teams 11 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Philip Cline

Athletic Director J. D. Long

Website www.ab.edu

BLUEFIELD STATE COLLEGE Location Bluefield, WV

Founded 1895

Enrollment 1,989

Nickname Big Blues/Lady Blues

Colors Royal Blue & Gold

Athletics Teams 8 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Albert L. Walker

Athletic Director Terry Brown

Website www.bluefieldstate.edu

CONCORD UNIVERSITY Location Athens, WV

Founded 1872

Enrollment 2,168 Full-Time Students (Spring 2011)

Nickname Mountain Lions

Colors Maroon and Gray

Athletics Teams 18 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Dr. Gregory Aloia

Athletic Director Kevin Garrett

Website www.concord.edu

DAVIS & ELKINS COLLEGE Location Elkins, WV

Founded 1904

Enrollment 710

Nickname Senators

Colors Black & Red

Athletics Teams 14 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Dr. Thomas Mann

Athletic Director Ralph Hill

Website www.dewv.edu

SCHOOLS IN THE WVIAC

SCHOOLS IN THE WVIAC

FAIRMONT STATE UNIVERSITY Location Fairmont, WV

Founded 1865

Enrollment 7,450

Nickname Fighting Falcons/Lady Falcons

Colors Maroon & White

Athletics Teams 15 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Dr. Thomas Krepel

Athletic Director Rusty Elliott

Website www.fairmontstate.edu

GLENVILLE STATE COLLEGE Location Glenville, WV

Founded 1872

Enrollment 1,443

Nickname Pioneers

Colors Blue & White

Athletics Teams 11 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Peter B. Barr

Athletic Director Janet Bailey

Website www.glenville.edu

OHIO VALLEY UNIVERSITY Location Vienna, WV

Founded 1960

Enrollment 501

Nickname Fighting Scots

Colors Royal Blue & Red

Athletics Teams 13 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Dr. E. Keith Scotts

Athletic Director Dennis Cox

Website www.ovu.edu

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT JOHNSTOWN Location Johnstown, PA

Founded 1927

Enrollment 3,000

Nickname Mountain Cats

Colors Blue & Gold

Athletics Teams 11 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Dr. Jem Spectar

Athletic Director Pat Pecora

Website www.upj.pitt.edu

SCHOOLS IN THE WVIAC

SETON HILL UNIVERSITY Location Greensburg, PA

Founded 1885

Enrollment 2,145

Nickname Griffins

Colors Crimson & Gold

Athletics Teams 20 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Dr. JoAnne Boyle

Athletic Director Carol Zola

Website www.setonhill.edu

SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY Location Shepherdstown, WV

Founded 1871

Enrollment 4,200

Nickname Rams

Colors Blue & Gold

Athletics Teams 13 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Suzanne Shipley, PhD

Athletic Director B. J. Pumroy

Website www.shepherd.edu

WEST LIBERTY STATE UNIVERSITY Location West Liberty, WV

Founded 1837

Enrollment 2,600 (Fall 2010)

Nickname The Hilltoppers

Colors Black & Gold

Athletics Teams 15 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Robin C. Capehart

Athletic Director James Watson

Website www.westliberty.edu

UNIVERSITY OF CHARLESTON Location Charleston, WV

Founded 1888

Enrollment 1,481 (Fall 2010)

Nickname Golden Eagles

Colors Maroon & Gold

Athletics Teams 15 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Dr. Edwin H. Welch

Athletic Director Dr. Bren Stevens (Interim)

Website www.ucwv.edu

SCHOOLS IN THE WVIAC

WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN COLLEGE Location Buckhannon, WV

Founded 1890

Enrollment 1,356

Nickname Bobcats

Colors Orange & Black

Athletics Teams 19 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Dr. Pamela Balch

Athletic Director Ken Tyler

Website www.wvwc.edu

WHEELING JESUIT UNIVERSITY Location Wheeling, WV

Founded 1954

Enrollment 1,200

Nickname Cardinals

Colors Red, Black & Gold

Athletics Teams 17 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Richard A. Beyer

Athletic Director Dan Sancomb

Website www.wju.edu

WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY Location Institute, WV

Founded 1891

Enrollment 5,000

Nickname Yellow Jackets

Colors Yellow & Black

Athletics Teams 12 Division II Varsity Athletics Teams

President Hazo W. Carter, Jr.

Athletic Director Sean Loyd (Interim)

Website www.wvstateu.edu

Source: Vincent, R. (2011). University of Charleston athletics media guide 2011-2012. Raleigh, NC: Author.

Alderson-Broaddus College – Roster

# Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Andra Brown S0. DS/S 5-4 Avon Lake, OH / Hearts for Jesus Christ 2 April Lammert Sr. MH/OH 5-10 Sussex, WI / Arrowhead HS 3 Victoria Shawyer Jr. DS 5-5 Inwood, WV / Musselman HS 4 Jillian Brown So. Libero/DS 5-5 Reynoldsburg, OH / Hartley HS 5 Kayla Peterson Fr. Setter 5-10 West Liberty, OH / W. Liberty Salem HS 7 Erin Armstrong Sr. OH 5-8 Parkersburg, WV / Parkersburg HS 8 Taylor Dutcher Fr. DS 5-6 Green Cove Springs, FL / Clay HS 9 Annie Hodge Jr. DS/Setter 5-6 Spencer, WV / Roane Co. HS 10 Ashley MacDonald So. OH 5-9 Canonsburg, PA / Canon- McMillian HS 11 Katie Bedel Jr. MH/RS 6-0 Cincinnati, OH / Seton HS 12 Cassandra Marsh Sr. RS 5-8 Daleville, IN / Shenandoah HS 13 Melissa Kahlig Jr. OH/DS 5-11 Coldwater, OH / Coldwater HS 14 Aerial Munson So. Setter 5-6 Hedgesville, WV / Hedgesville HS 15 Erica Bickham Fr. RS/OH 5-10 Pickerington, OH / Pickerington N.HS 16 Samantha Bailey Fr. MH 6-1 West Union, WV / Dodd City HS 17 Tarran Thacker Fr. MH 6-0 Marengo, OH / Highland HS 18 Katherine Simmons So. MH 6-1 Highlands Ranch, CO / Mountain Vista HS 19 Clarissa Janz Fr. OH 5-10 West Bent, WI / Slinger HS 20 Taylor Martin Sr. MH 6-1 Richmond, VA / Douglas Freeman HS 24 Victoria Morgan Fr. MH 6-2 Ontario, Canada / Holy Names HS

Assistant Coach: Abby Stoner

Head Coach: Carrie Bodkins

Favorite Quote: “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit.” – Aristotle

Favorite Quote: “Que sera sera- „whatever will be will be‟.” Best Volleyball Memory: Cupid‟s Shuffle on Beale St. in Memphis

Favorite Quote: “All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost.” – J.R.R. Tolkien

April Lammert #2 Senior MH/OH 5‟10” Arrowhead H.S. / Sussex, WI

Andra Brown “AJ, Brownie, or Andy” #1 Sophomore DS/S 5‟4” Hearts for Jesus Christ / Avon Lake, OH

Victoria Shawyer “Tori” #3 Junior DS 5‟5” Musselman H.S. / Inwood, WV

Major/Minor: Athletic Training Minor in strength training and conditioning/honors program Parent/Guardian Name(s): Rose and Dennis Lammert Siblings‟ Names: Holly and Dawn Hobbies: running, rock climbing, boating, reading Career Aspirations: Physical Therapist

Major/Minor: Athletic training with a minor in strength training and conditioning. Parent/Guardian Name(s): Troy and Deborah Brown Siblings‟ Names: Mason, Aubyn, Collin, Pierce, and Halla Hobbies: Piano, snowboarding, traveling, and cooking Career Aspirations: Become a physical therapist and specialize in sports rehabilitation.

Major/Minor: Psychology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Alicia and Dennis Shawyer Siblings‟ Names: Haleigh Shawyer Hobbies: photography, listening to music, Career Aspirations: Therapist

Kayla Ann Peterson “Petey/KP/Kay” #5 Freshman Setter 5‟10” W. Liberty Salem H.S/ West Liberty, OH

Major/Minor: Accounting/Business Administration Parent/Guardian Name(s): James and Jennifer Peterson Siblings‟ Names: Rebecca and Jamie Peterson Hobbies: volleyball, taking pictures

Favorite Quote: “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn't serve the world. There's nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We are born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us, it's in everyone.” -Marianne Williamson

Favorite Quote: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Favorite Quote: "No matter what, whether it's practice or a game, always be able to look at yourself in the mirror and say you gave 110%." - Jack Funk Best Volleyball Memory: Winning the hard-fought semi-final game last year at conference to make it to the Championship.

Erin Armstrong “E” #7 Senior OH 5‟8” Parkersburg H.S. / Parkersburg, WV

Jillian Rose Brown “Jillie Bean” #4 Sophomore Libero/DS 5‟5” Hartley H.S. / Reynoldsburg, OH

Major/Minor: Major- Biology Minor- Chemistry Parent/Guardian Name(s): Susan and Ort Armstrong Siblings‟ Names: Morgan Hobbies: jump rope, camp cowen Career Aspirations: Personal Trainer

Major/Minor: Biology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Donald and Linda Brown Siblings‟ Names: Jonathan and Jennifer Hobbies: watching Grey‟s Anatomy, cuddling with my pillow pets Career Aspirations: Attend medical school to become a surgeon

Favorite Quote: “Be glad, happy and joyous.”

Favorite Quote: “The happiest people don't have the best of everything; they just make the best of everything they have.”

Favorite Quote: “Everything happens for a reason.”

Anne Sue Hodge #9 Junior DS/Setter 5‟6” Roane Co. H.S. / Spencer, WV

Taylor Layne Dutcher “Dutch” #8 Freshman DS 5‟6” Clay H.S. / Green Cove Springs, FL

Ashley Lynn MacDonald #10 Sophomore OH 5‟9” Canon- McMillian H.S./Canonsburg, PA

Major/Minor: Biology/Chemistry Parent/Guardian Name(s): Mike and Judie Hodge Siblings‟ Names: Carrie and Eliza Hodge Hobbies: singing, photography, working with animals, shopping, being active outdoors Career Aspirations: Veterinary school or an animal science graduate program and start my career helping animals in need

Major/Minor: Sales/Marketing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jerry and Kelly Dutcher Siblings‟ Names: Carli Dutcher Hobbies: volleyball Career Aspirations: Undecided at the moment

Major/Minor: Athletic training/Strength training & conditioning minor Parent/Guardian Name(s): Eric MacDonald Judy MacDonald Siblings‟ Names: Jace MacDonald Hobbies: listening to music, hanging out with my friends, and reading Career Aspirations: Physical Therapist

Cassandra Elayne Marsh “Cassie” #12 Senior RS 5‟8” Shenandoah H.S. / Daleville, IN

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Darrin and Kelly Marsh Siblings‟ Names: Kyle and Jared Hobbies: Hanging out with my family; painting; hiking at state Career Aspirations: I would like to go over seas and teach

Favorite Quote: “Take NO!!! Prisoners!!!” Best Volleyball Memory: My very first camp that I worked my freshman year, I traveled alone with coach and the whole way we sang throw back songs. We had Vanilla Ices' Ice Ice Baby on repeat.

Favorite Quote: “Happiest girls are the prettiest girls.”

Favorite Quote: “Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”

Melissa Ann Kahlig “Mel” #13 Junior OH/DS 5‟11” Coldwater H.S. / Coldwater, OH

Kaitlyn Bedel “Katie, Bedel” #11 Junior MH/RS 6‟0” Seton H.S. / Cincinnati, OH

Major/Minor: Biology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Fred and Renee Kahlig Siblings‟ Names: Haley, Amanda, Tasha Hobbies: Anything out doors, reading, and running Career Aspirations: Nutrition/ Dietetics

Major/Minor: visual arts (photography) major, marketing minor Parent/Guardian Name(s): Richard and Peggy Siblings‟ Names: Jamie, Ashley, Ben Hobbies: sleeping, shopping, photography Career Aspirations: to be a professional photographer

Favorite Quote: “You gotta take the good with the bad. Smile when you're sad. Love what you got, and remember what you had. Always forgive, but never forget. And live you life with no regrets”

Favorite Quote: “I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best.”

Favorite Quote: “We acquire the strength we have overcome.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Erica Bickham “Danae” #15 Freshman RS/OH 5‟10” Pickerinton N.H.S. / Pickerington, OH

Aerial Chase Munson “Aeri or Boogs” #14 Sophomore Setter 5‟6” Hedgesville H.S. / Hedgesville, WV

Samantha Brianne Bailey “Sam” #16 Freshman MH 6‟1” Dodd Cty H.S. / West Union, WV

Major/Minor: Pre-Dental/Biology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Bill and Kathy Bickham Siblings‟ Names: Brittney and Cece Hobbies: volleyball Career Aspirations: Dentist or Orthodontist

Major/Minor: Pediatric Nursing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Derek & Gretchen Munson Siblings‟ Names: Hunter Munson Career Aspirations: Work at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Major/Minor: Secondary Education and Mathematics Parent/Guardian Name(s): Tim and Edwina Bailey Siblings‟ Names: Tim Bailey Hobbies: I like basketball and playing the piano. Career Aspirations: I would like to be a high school math teacher and volleyball coach.

Katherine Simmons “CO” #18 Sophomore MH 6‟1” Mountain Vista H.S. / Highlands Ranch, CO

Major/Minor: Biology/Pre-Dental Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jennifer and John Simmons Siblings‟ Names: Stephanie and Patrick Hobbies: crocheting hats and scarves, reading, sharing fun facts Career Aspirations: I hope to be a Pediatric Dentist in the future and run my own practice.

Favorite Quote: “Que sera, sera- What ever will be, will be. The future is not ours to see.”- Doris Day

Favorite Quote: “Champions aren't born, they are made.”

Favorite Quote: The hold the rope speech

Clarissa Janz “Cla, Riss” #19 Freshman OH 5‟10” Slinger H.S. / West Bent, WI

Tarren Thacker “T” #17 Freshman MH 6‟0” Highland H.S./ Marengo, OH

Major/Minor: Psychology/ Family Studies Parent/Guardian Name(s): Debora &Stephen Janz Siblings‟ Names: Lillia Janz &Isabell Janz Hobbies: My hobbies are hanging out with my friends, volleyball, shopping, eating, and sleeping

Major/Minor: Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Darlene & Eric Thacker Siblings‟ Names: Sister: Heather Thacker Hobbies: My hobbies are hanging with friends and working with animals. Career Aspirations: To become a great teacher in the Special Education field and a coach.

Favorite Quote: “My motto was always to keep swinging. Whether I was in a slump or feeling badly or having trouble off the field, the only thing to do was keep swinging." --Hank Aaron Best Volleyball Memory: I can't even choose! There are so many!!! Van rides get more interesting every year though!

Favorite Quote: "Keep calm and carry on."

Victoria Morgan “Moose” #24 Freshman MH 6‟2” Holy Names H.S. / Ontario, Canada

Taylor Lynn Martin “Marty, Big Amish” #20 Senior MH 6‟1” Douglas Freeman HS / Richmond, VA

Major/Minor: Criminal Justice Parent/Guardian Name(s): Mark and Roberta Morgan Siblings‟ Names: Alaina Morgan Hobbies: Playing Volleyball Career Aspirations: Undecided

Major/Minor: Elementary Education with a specialization in Social Studies Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kirsten and Steve Sanderford Chandler Martin Siblings‟ Names: Gillie Martin Maggie, Lucy, & Hallie Sanderford Hobbies: listening to music Career Aspirations: Teach social studies in middle school and coach volleyball

Bluefield State College – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown 3 Kiara Watkins Sr. OH 5-6 Cleveland, OH/Shaker Heights HS 4 Molly Dove So. Setter 5-5 Bluefield, VA/Graham HS 10 Courtney Bowlus Jr. DS/L 5-0 Hagerstown, MD/North Hagerstown HS 11 Kayla Pennington Jr. DS 5-7 Hinton, WV/Montcalm 22 Brittany Cook So. Setter/OH 5-7 Oceana, WV/Westside HS 26 Quartney Settle So. OH 5-7 Oak Hill, WV/Oak Hill HS 29 Caitlin Russell Jr. MS/OH 5-8 Summersville, WV/Nicholas County HS 52 Lindsey Whited Fr. MB 6-2 Logan County, WV/Man HS

Molly Dove #4 Sophomore Setter 5-5 Bluefield, VA /Graham HS

Kiara Watkins #3 Senior OH 5-6 Cleveland OH / Shaker Heights HS

Courtney Bowlus #10 Junior DS/Libero 5-0 Hagerstown, MD / Hagerstown HS

Major: Radiologic Sciences Parent/Guardian Name(s): Ronnie and Linda Dove

Major: Social Science Parent/Guardian Name(s): Victor and Angela Watkins

Major: Radiologic Technology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Dwayne and Sue Bowlus

Brittany Cook #22 Sophomore Setter/OH 5-7 Oceana, WV / Westside HS

Major: Criminal Justice Parent/Guardian Name(s): Warren and Ruth Cook

Quartney Settle #26 Sophomore OH 5-7 Oak Hill, WV / Oak Hill HS

Kayla Pennington #11 Junior DS 5-7 Hinton, WV/Montcalm

Caitlin Russell #29 Junior MS/OH 5-8 Summersville, WV / Nicholas County HS

Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Cindy Crowder and Greg Russell

Lindsey Whited #52 Freshman MB 6-2 Logan County, WV / Man HS

Kerri Francis

Concord University – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Nikki McMillan Fr. DS/ Setter 5-6 Manassas, VA / Osbourn Park HS 2 Emily Clemons So. OH/ DS 5-6 Maxwelton, WV / Greenbrier East HS 3 Christa Prewitt Fr. OH 5-9 Sadieville, KY / Scott County HS 5 Whytni Willis Fr. Setter/ RS 5-9 Silver Spring, MD / Springbrook HS 6 Amanda Walker Fr. DS/ Setter 5-8 Virginia Beach, VA / First Colonial HS 7 Kristen Adkins Jr. OH 5-6 Hurricane, WV / Teays Valley Christian 8 Sarah Jones Fr. MB 6-0 Woodbridge, VA / Forest Park HS 9 Brytni Willis Fr. OH 5-9 Silver Spring, MD / Springbrook HS 10 Allie Pennington So. DS 5-5 Winfield, WV / Winfield HS 11 Jasmine Sutherland So. RS/MH 6-0 Spring Valley, NV / Spring Valley HS 12 Erin Asbury Jr. OH/ DS 5-8 White Sulphur, WV / Greenbrier East HS 14 Helen Theisen Sr. Setter 5-8 Manassas, VA / Osbourn Park HS 15 Chelsy Walker Fr. OH 5-10 Princeton, WV / Princeton Senior HS 16 Tori Fornadel Sr. RS/ MH 5-10 Harrisonburg, VA / Harrisonburg HS 18 Lindsey Smith Fr. OH 5-7 Lynchburg, VA / Jefferson Forest HS 32 Rebecca Lovejoy So. MH 5-11 Winfield, WV/ Winfield HS 44 Nicole Atkinson So. Setter 5-6 Winfield, WV/ Winfield HS

Graduate Assistant: Emily Wilson

Kate Southcott became the head women‟s volleyball coach in the summer of 2009 after many successful seasons at the high school and club level. Southcott spent eight years coaching the Osbourn Park High School coaching them to reach the Virginia AAA Final 8 four times and won seven Cedar Run District championships. While in Virginia she was a six-time Virginia high school coach of the year and earned Northwest Region Coach of the Year honors in 2004. During Southcott‟s time, Concord has improved from seven wins in 2008 to 11 in 2009. She lives in Athens, WV with her husband Christopher and their three children.

Favorite Quote: “Some wish it would happen, some want it to happen, others make it happen.” – Michael Jordan

Favorite Quote: “Moments will fade but memories will last a lifetime.”

Favorite Quote: “can‟t never could.”

Niccole Theresa McMillan “Nikki” #1 Freshmen DS /Setter 5-6 Manassas, VA / Osbourn Park HS

Emily Elizabeth Clemons “Em C” #2 Sophomore OH / DS 5-6 Maxwelton, WV / Greenbrier East HS

Christa Shae Prewitt #3 Freshmen OH 5-9 Sadieville, KY / Scott County HS

Major/Minor: Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Doug and Paula Clemons Siblings‟ Names: Christopher, Troy Hobbies: volleyball, basketball, traveling Career Aspirations: To become a teacher and inspire children.

Major/Minor: Undecided Parent/Guardian Name(s): Thomas and Aida Siblings‟ Names: Michelle, Samantha, and Jamie Hobbies: doubles volleyball tournaments, watching movies, dancing Career Aspirations: To one day be successful and happy.

Major/Minor: Business with emphasis in Marketing / Pre-law Parent/Guardian Name(s): Bobby and Carry Prewitt Siblings‟ Names: Cassidy Hobbies: volleyball, martial arts Career Aspirations: To become a lawyer

Amanda Venesa Walker #6 Freshmen DS / Setter 5-8 Virginia Beach, VA / First Colonial HS

Major/Minor: Athletic Training Parent/Guardian Name(s): Venesa Walker Siblings‟ Names: Ariel, Adam Hobbies: Volleyball, art, environmental health Career Aspirations: Physical therapist for special needs children

Favorite Quote: “Never say can‟t, a mind troubled by doubt cannot focus on the course to victory.” – Vanesa Walker

Favorite Quote: “Second place is the first loser.”

Kristen Adkins #7 Junior OH 5-6 Hurricane, WV / Teays Valley Christian

Whytni Mishel Willis “Whyt” #5 Freshmen Setter / RS 5-9 Silver Spring, MD / Springbrook HS

Major/Minor: Business Administration / Political Science Parent/Guardian Name(s): Stephanie and Michael Willis Siblings‟ Names: Brytni, Brandon, Brady and Tony Hobbies: photography Career Aspirations: Lawyer

Favorite Quote: “Hakuna Matata.”

Favorite Quote: “Some people dream of success while others wake up and make it happen.”

Favorite Quote: “Live eternal, love all, laugh often.”

Sarah Elizabeth Jones “Sarah J” #8 Freshmen MB 6-0 Woodbridge, VA / Forest Park HS

Brytni Mikayla Willis “Bryt” #9 Freshmen OH 5-9 Silver Spring, MD / Springbrook HS

Allison Marie Pennington “Allie” #10 Sophomore DS 5-5 Winfield, WV / Winfield HS

Major/Minor: Finance; Minor: Political Science Parent/Guardian Name(s): Michael and Stephanie Willis Siblings‟ Names: Tony, Brandon, Brady, Whytni Hobbies: Guitar, drawing Career Aspirations: Lawyer

Major/Minor: Graphic Design Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jayne and Michael Jones Siblings‟ Names: Andrew Jones, Lindsay Blanchard Hobbies: volleyball, soccer Career Aspirations: Work at Pixar Animation Studios

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Earl and Christy Pennington Siblings‟ Names: Eric Hobbies: Volleyball, walks on the beach, singing, dancing, telling jokes Career Aspirations: To inspire kids to be the best they can be.

Erin Asbury “Twinkie” #12 Junior OH / DS 5-8 White Sulphur Springs, WV / Greenbrier East HS

Major/Minor: Athletic Training Parent/Guardian Name(s): Tracy and Lisa Asbury Siblings‟ Names: Lauren Hobbies: volleyball, athletic training, hanging out with friends Career Aspirations: Division I college athletic trainer or MLB athletic trainer

Favorite Quote: “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things come together.”

Favorite Quote: “Golden Rule.” Best Volleyball Memory: Breaking 3 VHSL State records

Helen Loraine Theisen “Hels Bels” #14 Senior Setter 5-8 Manassas, VA / Osbourn Park HS

Jasmin Sutherland “Bonnie” #11 Sophomore RS / MH 6-0 Spring Valley, NY / Spring Valley HS

Major/Minor: Sports Manaement Parent/Guardian Name(s): Doretta and Joe Theisen Siblings‟ Names: Joyce Hobbies: going to concerts, listening to music Career Aspirations: Athletic Director/ Coach

Major/Minor: Physical Education / Health Parent/Guardian Name(s): Crystal King and Anthony Southerland Siblings‟ Names: Nallah Southerland, Christina King Hobbies: listening to music, hanging with friends Career Aspirations: To be able to inspire kids to stay physically fit and active.

Best Volleyball Memory: “Words can‟t explain how much playing these last four years has had an impact on my life. I am sad that it is ending.”

Favorite Quote: “Dream big.”

Chelsy Walker “Chels” #15 Freshmen OH 5-8 Princeton, WV / Princeton Senior HS

Victoria Marie Fornadel “Toro” #16 Senior RS / MH 5-10 Harrisonburg, VA / Harrisonburg HS

Lindsey Smith “Lynner” #18 Freshmen OH 5-7 Winfield, WV / Winfield HS

Major/Minor: Sports Management Parent/Guardian Name(s): Michael Fornadel and Vicki Barnard Siblings‟ Names: Andy, Nick, Timothy, Suzanne, Antonio Hobbies: volleyball, crocheting, spending times with siblings and friends, working out Career Aspirations: Personal Trainer

Major/Minor: Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Sebrina and Curtis Walker Siblings‟ Names: Kristen, Ben Hobbies: Volleyball Career Aspirations: To inspire kids to succeed

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Pete and Lisa Smith Siblings‟ Names: Natalie, Aaron, Carrie, and Logan Hobbies: volleyball, road trips, spending time with family Career Aspirations: I want to be an influential elementary school teacher.

Nicole Atkins “Nic” #44 Sophomore S 5-6 Winfield, WV / Winfield HS

Major/Minor: English Education and Journalism / Psychology and Social Work Parent/Guardian Name(s): April Galan and Gene Atkinson Siblings‟ Names: Ashley, Kaylin, Isaac, Charissa Hobbies: beach volleyball, singing in the shower, and sleeping as much as possible Career Aspirations: Travel journalist and high school English teacher

Favorite Quote: “Good. Better. Best. Never let it rest, til the good is better and the better is best.” – Coach Bailey

Favorite Quote: “Live, laugh, love, forgive and forget, Life‟s too short to be living with regrets.”

Rebecca Lovejoy “Becca” #32 Sophomore MH 5-11 Winfield, WV / Winfield HS

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Huey and Cathy Lovejoy Siblings‟ Names: Ronnie, Tony, and Matthew Hobbies: Volleyball, hanging with friends, vacationing, watching movies Career Aspirations: To be the best elementary school teacher I can be.

Davis & Elkins College – Roster

# Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Carrie Brown Sr. DS 5-5 Madison, VA / Madison County HS 2 Bre Tognoli Sr. Setter 5-7 Yerington, NV / Yerington HS 3 Lora Montgomery So. Setter 5-8 Jane Lew, WV / Lewis County HS 4 Alex Barnard Sr. OH 5-10 Bloomington, MD / Southern Garrett HS 5 Casey Bannon Fr. MH 5-8 Hedgesville, WV / Musselman HS 6 Meaghan Emery Jr. Libero 5-5 Manassas, VA / Osbourn Park HS 8 Brenna Tillman Jr. DS 5-8 Colorado Springs, CO / Liberty HS 9 Lindsay Russo Jr. OH 5-10 Fountain Hills, AZ / Fountain Hills HS 10 Callie Updike Fr. MH 6-1 Stuarts Draft, VA / Stuarts Draft HS 11 Jana Lowe Sr. RS 6-0 Port Republic, MD / Calvert HS 13 Brandi Brown Jr. MH 6-2 Douglassville, PA / Daniel Boone HS 14 Heather Zapf Jr. OH 5-10 Yorktown, VA / Tabb HS 15 Kelsey Richards So. Libero 5-1 Port Republic, MD / Calvert HS 16 Ashlen Wilson Fr. OH 5-9 Elkins, WV / Elkins HS 17 Brittany Anderson Fr. OH 5-8 Frankfort, IL /Lincoln Way East HS 18 Erin Legge Fr. RS 6-1 Fraziers Bottom, WV / Teays Valley Christian HS 22 Kali Enix Sr. MH 6-0 Huntington, WV /Spring Valley HS 23 Nicole Miller Fr. OH 5-8 Jefferson Hills, PA/ Thomas Jefferson HS

Assistant Coach: Liva Brivule

Coach Allen will be completing her 4th season as the Senator‟s head coach this year. Coach Allen, a native of Greencastle, PA, was a three sport athlete for Greencastle-Antrim High School and lead the volleyball team to numerous conference titles and district appearances. Allen furthered her athletic career at Alderson-Broaddus College in Philippi, WV where she was the WVIAC freshman of the year, a three time WVIAC 1st team selection, and was acknowledged as the WVIAC player of the year in 2004. Coach Allen has a BS from Alderson-Broaddus College and MS in Athletic Training from California University of PA.

Favorite Quote: I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner. I believe in kissing, kissing a lot. I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles. -Audrey Hepburn Best Volleyball Memory: Knowing that through the past 4 years my fellow Seniors were always there for each other no matter what and in knowing that I will never forget it for the rest of my life.

Favorite Quote: “What doesn't kill you makes you stronger.” Best Volleyball Memory: When heather opened up the back of the van in the middle of the road at a stop light and all the bags fell out when it turned green. And all of our ham moments.

Bre Tognoli #2 Senior Setter 5-7 Yerrington, NV / Yerrington HS

Carrie Brown “Care” #1 Senior DS 5-5 Madison, VA / Madison County HS

Lora Montgomery #3 Sophomore Setter 5-8 Jane Lew, WV / Lewis County HS

Major/Minor: Psychology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Steve and Pam Siblings‟ Names: Kascia and Stephen Hobbies: art, hanging out, music Career Aspirations: marriage, sex therapist

Major/Minor: Marketing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Dave and Tabitha Siblings‟ Names: Will Hobbies: shopping Career Aspirations: Coach collegiately

Major/Minor: Environmental Science Parent/Guardian Name(s): David and Judy Siblings‟ Names: Nevin Hobbies: making art Career Aspirations: study endangered species

Favorite Quote: “It's only after we've lost everything that we're free to do anything.”

Alex Barnard #4 Senior OH 5-10 Bloomington, MD / Southern Garrett HS

Casey Bannon #5 Freshman MH 5-8 Hedgesville, WV / Musselman HS

Meaghan Emery #6 Junior Libero 5-5 Manassas, VA / Osbourn Park HS

Favorite Quote: “Everything Happens For A Reason”

Favorite Quote: “If you can see the magic in a fairy tale, you can face the future.” –Danielle Steel

Major/Minor: Hospitality management Parent/Guardian Name(s): Elizabeth and Robert Siblings‟ Names: Blake Evan Hobbies: volleyball, movies, scrap booking, going out Career Aspirations: To work for a well known chain resort in event planning so I can travel

Major/Minor: Hospitality/Marketing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kathleen and Tom Siblings‟ Names: Chandler and Misha Hobbies: skiing Career Aspirations: Restaurant manager at a ski area

Major/Minor: Hospitality and Tourism/Business Parent/Guardian Name(s): Mark and Judy Hobbies: volleyball, watching movies, sleeping Career Aspirations: own my own hospitality based business

Brenna Tillman #8 Junior DS 5-8 Colorado Springs, CO/ Liberty HS

Lindsay Russo “Fudge Nugget” #9 Junior OH 5-10 Fountain Hills, AZ/ Fountain Hills HS

Callie Updike #10 Freshman MH 6-1 Stuarts Draft, VA/ Stuarts Draft HS

Brandi Brown “B” #13 Junior MH 6-2 Douglassville, PA / Daniel Boone HS

Major/Minor: Psychology/Business Parent/Guardian Name(s): Joyce and Scott Siblings‟ Names: Brendan Hobbies: volleyball, reading, finding adventures Career Aspirations: Work with kids in anyway

Favorite Quote: “Everything Happens For A Reason.”

Favorite Quote: “By the grace of God I am who I am and his grace did not prove vain but I labored even more than the other, not I, but god with me.”

Heather Zapf “Hamheath” #14 Junior OH 5-10 Yorktown, VA/ Tabb HS

Jana Lowe #11 Senior RS 6-0 Port Republic, MD / Calvert HS

Major/Minor: Political Science/History Parent/Guardian Name(s): Marylou and Clifford Siblings‟ Names: Ashley and Curtis Hobbies: beach volleyball Career Aspirations: Not sure yet

Best Volleyball Memory: Earning WVIAC 1st team all conference in 2010. Sharing 4 years with my 6 seniors, we have been through a lot together. They are my friends and family!

Major/Minor: Criminology/Psychology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Timothy and Tammy Greenwood Siblings‟ Names: Garret Hobbies: volleyball, shopping Career Aspirations: To find a job I enjoy that pays well!

Favorite Quote: “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.”

Favorite Quote: “The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure.” – Vince Lombardi

Favorite Quote: “What kind of name is Stove anyway? What are you like a kitchen appliance or something!”… “No my name is Steve and I‟m a man.”

Ashley Wilson #16 Freshman OH 5-9 Elkins, WV/ Elkins HS

Kelsey Richards “Kels” #15 Sophomore L 5-1 Port Republic, MD / Calvert HS

Brittany Anderson #17 Freshman OH 5-8 Frankfort, IL / Lincoln Way East HS

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jim and Angie Siblings‟ Names: Heather, Dylan, Harmony, Fran Howell, Russell Burnett, Lauren Kapperman, Brandon Kapperman Hobbies: volleyball, singing Career Aspirations: Teacher/administrator

Major/Minor: Business/Criminal Justice Parent/Guardian Name(s): Brian and Teresa Siblings‟ Names: Derek Hobbies: volleyball, tennis, crafts, and swimming Career Aspirations: To become an accountant and own my own business

Major/Minor: Psychology/Sociology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Al and Kim Siblings‟ Names: Joe Hobbies: reading Career Aspirations: Therapist

Kali Enix “Kal” #22 Senior MH 6-0 Huntington, WV / Spring Valley HS

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Anthony and Kimberly Siblings‟ Names: Zak Hobbies: athletics, scrapbooking Career Aspirations: Teacher, coach, administrator

Favorite Quote: “For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you, and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 Best Volleyball Memory: Meeting some of the strongest girls/teammates I know and going through every bit of the last four years with all of them right by my side.

Favorite Quote: “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.” -Dr. Seuss

Favorite Quote: "Don‟t let your victories go to your head, or your failures go to your heart."

Nicole Miller “Baby Giraffe” #23 Freshman OH 5-8 Jefferson Hills, PA/ Thomas Jefferson HS

Erin Legge #18 Freshman RS 6-1 Fraziers Bottom, WV / Teays Valley Christian HS

Major/Minor: Pre-pharmacy Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jamie and Edward Siblings‟ Names: Julie, Natalie, Jake, and Luke Hobbies: photography, art, skiing, sewing Career Aspirations: Pharmacist

Major/Minor: Spanish Parent/Guardian Name(s): Ed and Anne Siblings‟ Names: Kate, James, Lauren, Beth, and John Hobbies: being with family, whitewater rafting, riding horses Career Aspirations: Translator

Fairmont State University – Roster

# Name Cl. Pos Ht. Hometown / School 1 Leslie Giordon So. RS 5-11 Medina, OH / Medina 2 Tabbie Bias Fr. Setter 5-5 Barboursville, WV / Cabell Midland 3 Lexi Wredberg Fr. MH 6-1 Medina, OH / Buckeye 5 Jessica Seevers Sr. Setter/OH 5-8 Ironton, OH / Ironton 6 Katherine Herrera So. DS 5-4 Falls Church, VA / Jeb Stuart 7 Bri Swann So. OH 5-10 Xenia, OH / Beavercreek 8 Tiff Smathers Fr. DS 5-3 Clarion, PA / Clarion Area 10 Kara Crabill Fr. MH 5-11 Clarksville, OH / Clinton Massie 12 Morgan Walls Sr. Libero 5-3 Bradley, WV / Woodrow Wilson 13 Kelley Canale So. OH 5-9 Hilliard, OH / Bishop Watterson 15 Amber Wilson So. MH 5-11 Fort Wayne, IN / Northrup 16 Alli Bertozzi So. MH 5-11 Paden City, WV / Paden City Lauren Hockenberry Fr. M/OH 6-0 Hedgesville, WV / Hedgesville Bria Thomas Fr. OH 6-0 Clinton, MD / Gwynn Park Emily Wymer Fr. OH 6-0 Clarksburg, WA / Robert C. Byrd Pronunciation: Giordan: like Jordan Canale: kun-AL-ee Bertozzi: bur-TOE-zee

Assistant Coach: Camilo Guerci Camilo Guerci is in his first season as a graduate assistant for the Fairmont State volleyball team. Guerci comes to Fairmont State after a successful career as a player at Mount Olive. A four-year starter for the Trojans, Guerci served as team captain for a squad that posted a 17-4 record and won a conference championship during his senior season. That year, Guerci was second in the nation in hitting percentage (.484) and 14th in the country in blocks per game. Upon graduation, Guerci coached club volleyball in North Carolina and Cincinnati before arriving at Fairmont State. A native of Miami, Fla., Guerci played high school volleyball at Christopher Columbus. There, he was a first-team all-county honoree and helped the Explorers to its first-ever district and regional championship, as well as the school's first-ever appearance in the state tournament.

Assistant Coach: Theresa Zapach After a successful career for the Falcons, Theresa Zapach has joined the Fairmont State coaching staff. Zapach was a first team All-WVIAC selection in her senior season with the Falcons after ranking among the league leaders in total blocks last season with 138. She was a regular starter in the middle for FSU as a junior and led the team with 97 blocks while adding 162 kills. A Fairmont, W.Va., native, Zapach starred at East Fairmont High School. She was a two-time All-NCAC player for the Bees and earned all-state honorable mention as a senior after posting 237 kills and 69 blocks. She also was a standout in basketball earning all-state honorable mention honors during her senior season after helping lead East Fairmont to just its second state tournament appearance in school history.

Head Coach: Larry Hill

One of the most successful and consistent coaches in volleyball, head coach Larry Hill begins his 28th season at the helm of the Fairmont State volleyball program. He ranks ninth in NCAA Division II for victories among active head coaches with a mark of 559-446 – more than any other coach in the WVIAC. The Falcons have had 18 winning times under Hill‟s leadership. Coach Hill has led the Fairmont State program since 1984, and has been named WVIAC “Coach of the Year” four times (1985, 1988, 1990 and 1998), and has led the Fighting Falcons to a winning season 17 times. Coach Hill has also directed Fairmont State to at least 20 victories in 15 seasons, including a record 42 wins in 1990. He has guided the Fighting Falcons to four WVIAC titles (1998, 1990, 1998 and 1999), and has produced three conference “Players of the Year” in Jackie Burks (1988), Tracey Rowe (1989) and Courtney Fochtman (1994). Fochtman and Theresa Haggerty are members of the Fairmont State Athletic Hall of Fame. Last season, the Falcons notched their 16th, 20-win season under Hill after posting a 20-10 record and a runner-up finish in the WVIAC. The Falcons also had a pair of first team All-WVIAC honorees. Hill is married to the former Joyce Lynn Antolini.

Tabbie Bias #2 Freshman Setter 5-4 Culloden, WV / Cabell Midland

Lesie Giordon #1 Sophomore RS 5-11 Medina, OH / Medina

Lexi Wredberg #3 Freshman MH 6-1 OH / Buckeye Senior

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Rosemary and Aaron Bias

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Machelle and Ron Giordon

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Darlene and Tom Wredberg

Jessica Seevers #5 Senior Setter/OH 5-8 Ironton, OH / Ironton HS

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kim and Brad Seevers

Katherine Herrera #6 Sophomore DS 5-2 Falls Church, VA / Jeb Stuart HS

Lauren Hockenberry #4 Freshman M/OH 6-0 Hedgesville, WV / Hedgesville

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Hector Herrera and Lisa Paredes

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Lecia and Rob Hockenberry

Tiff Smathers #8 Freshman Libero/DS 5-3 Clarion, PA / Clarion Area

Bri Swann #7 Sophomore OH 5-10 Xenia, OH / Beavercreek

Emily Wymer Freshman 6-0 Clarksburg, WV / Robert C. Byrd

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Cindy and Jeff Smathers

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Pam and Bill Swann

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Cindi and William Wymer

Morgan Walls #12 Senior DS 5-3 Beckley, WV / Woodrow Wilson

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Stacie and Chris Walls

Kelley Canale #13 Sophomore OH 5-10 Hilliard, OH / Bishop Watterson

Kara Crabill #10 Freshman MH/OH 5-11 Clarksville, OH / Clinton-Massie

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Susan and Tony Canale

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Sharon and Martin Crabill

Alli Bertozzi #16 Sophomore MH 5-11 Paden City, WV / Paden City

Amber Wilson #15 Sophomore MH 5-10 Fort Wayne, IN / Northrup

Bria Thomas Freshman OH 6-0 Clinton, MD / Gwynn Park

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Mary Jean and Richard Bertozzi

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Denice Spearman and Carl Wilson

Parent/Guardian Name(s): Sharnell Brown and Donald Thomas

Glenville State College – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Jamie Schindel Jr. OH 5-9 Troy, OH 2 Chelsea Stickelman Jr. DS/Libero 5-3 Monroe, OH 3 Stefanie Gladders Fr. Setter 5-10 Alberta, Canada 4 Cora VanDine Fr. OH 5-8 Johnstown, OH 7 Ella Messinger Fr. OH 5-9 South Charleston, WV 9 Megan Normant Fr. DS 5-9 Normantown, WV 11 Sarah Frazier Fr. Setter 5-10 Earlysville, VA 12 Mackenzie Willneff Jr. OH 5-9 Peoria, AZ 13 Rikki Butler Jr. MB 5-11 Coal Grove, OH 14 JulieAnne Buckley Sr. OH 5-11 Romney, WV 15 Heather Stout So. MH 6-0 Mt. Jackson, VA

Assistant Coach: Erica Hale

Chelsea Stickelman #2 Junior DS/Libero 5-3 Monroe, OH

Jamie Schindel #1 Junior OH 5-9 Troy, OH

Stefanie Gladders #3 Freshman Setter 5-10 Alberta, Canada

Ella Messinger #7 Freshman OH 5-9 South Charleston, WV

Megan Normant #9 Freshman DS 5-9 Normantown, WV

Core VanDine #4 Freshman OH 5-8 Johnstown, OH

MacKenize Willneff #12 Junior OH 5-9 Peoria, AZ

Sarah Frazier #11 Freshman Setter 5-10 Earlysville, VA

Rikki Butler #13 Junior MB 5-11 Coal Grove, OH

Heather Stout #15 Sophomore MH 6-0 Mt. Jackson, VA

JulieAnne Buckley # 4 Senior OH 5-11 Romney, WV

Ohio Valley University – Roster

# Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 2 Hannah McMichael Jr. Setter/RS 5-4 Barlow, OH / Warren HS 3 Taylor Buchtmann Jr. OH/DS 5-7 Loveland, OH / Loveland,HS 4 Mallory Kelley Sr. Setter/DS 5-7 South Point, OH / South Point HS 5 Morgan Kelley Sr. OH/DS 5-6 South Point, OH / South Point HS 6 Sarah Haman Fr. Setter/DS 5-4 Xenia, OH / Xenia HS 9 Ashley Dundes So. Setter/DS 5-6 Loveland, OH / Loveland HS 10 Latoschia Taylor Fr. OH/MH 5-6 Xenia, OH / Xenia HS 12 Allison Graves So. OH 5-7 McArthur, OH / Vinton CHS 13 Hilary Thacker Jr. Libero 5-2 Newport, OH / Frontier HS 21 Jessica Simpson Fr. Setter 5-9 Yucaipa, CA / Yucaipa HS 23 Emily Foy So. MB 5-10 Belpre, OH / Warren HS 30 Felicia Zartman Fr. MH 5-11 Marietta, OH / Marietta HS

Assistant Coach: Dan Anderson

Coach Jacoby brings thirty years of intercollegiate coaching experience to Lady Scots volleyball. This year's squad is his fourteenth at OVU. Jacoby has seen several of his players receive WVIAC conference honors in the last couple of seasons. He coached previously at Northeastern Christian Junior College where one of his teams won the NJCAA Region 19 tournament and played in the national championship event. Jacoby is a member of the American Volleyball Coaches Association.

Head Coach: Paul Jacoby

Hannah McMichael #2 Jr. Setter/RS 5-4 Barlow, OH / Warren HS

Mallory Kelly #4 Sr. Setter/DS 5-7 South Point, OH / South Point HS

Taylor Buchtmann #3 Jr. OH/DS 5-7 Loveland, OH / Loveland,HS

Ashley Dundes #9 So. Setter/DS 5-6 Loveland, OH / Loveland HS

Morgan Kelly #5 Sr. OH/DS 5-6 South Point, OH / South Point HS

Sarah Haman #6 Fr. Setter/DS 5-4 Xenia, OH / Xenia HS

Latoschia Taylor #10 Fr. OH/MH 5-6 Xenia, OH / Xenia HS

Hillary Thacker #13 Jr. Libero 5-2 Newport, OH / Frontier HS

Allison Graves #12 So. OH 5-7 McArthur, OH / Vinton CHS

Felicia Zartman #30 Fr. MH 5-11 Marietta, OH / Marietta HS

Jessica Simpson #21 Fr. Setter 5-9 Yucaipa, CA / Yucaipa HS

Emily Foy #23 So. MB 5-10 Belpre, OH / Warren HS

University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown – Roster

# Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Cassie Heatherly Fr. DS 5-6 Glendale, AZ / Glendale Mountain Ridge 2 Anna Greeley Fr. DS 5-5 Jennerstown, PA / North Star 4 Katie Svetahor Fr. DS 5-5 Latrobe, PA / Greater Latrobe 5 Danielle Fleeger Fr. OH 5-8 Clarion, PA / Clarion 6 Olivia Hutchinson Jr. DS 5-3 Sinking Spring, PA / Reading Holy Name 7 Alicia Anderson Fr. OH 5-9 Pittsburgh, PA /Plum 8 Kayla Petrilla Jr. Setter 5-3 Johnstown, PA / Richland 10 Jessica Heidenthal Sr. OH 5-10 Clymer, PA / Penns Manor Area 11 Miriah Butterworth Fr. DS 5-5 Northern Cambria, PA / Northern Cambria 12 Ashley Dirado So. MH 5-9 Greensburg, PA / Greensburg Salem 14 Rachel Humble So. Setter 5-7 Punxsutawney, PA / Punxsutawney 15 Tayler Vebares Fr. MH 6-0 Red Lion, PA / Red Lion 16 Kelsey Kohler Jr. DS 5-4 Johnstown, PA / Westmont Hilltop 17 Kristy Lagnese So. OH 5-6 Pittsburgh, PA / Plum 19 Lindsay Roush Jr. OH 5-9 Johnstown, PA / Richland 20 Nikki Oakes Fr. Setter 5-6 Pittsburgh, PA / Baldwin 21 Karen Schmidt So. OH 5-8 Boswell, PA / North Star 22 Beth Kendera So. MH 6-1 Johnstown, PA / Conemaugh Valley 23 Kelsey Shanabrook Fr. OH 6-0 Mechanicsburg, PA / Cumberland Valley 24 Dana Heidenreich Fr. MH/OH 5-10 Pittsburgh, PA / Bishop Canevin 25 Mallory Sikora Fr. MH 6-1 Pittsburgh, PA / South Park

Assistant Coaches: Joshua Galasso (3rd Season) Scott Shirley (4th Season)

Coach Renzi was named head coach in 2005. She has an overall record of 105-96, including leading the Lady Cats to the WVIAC quarterfinals in 2007 and 2010. In 1995 she was inducted to the Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Hall of Fame.

Favorite Quote: “It‟s not about if you survived the storm, it‟s how you danced in the rain.”

Favorite Quote: “Every Life Has a Story”

Favorite Quote:“Dream as if you will live forever, live as if you will die today.”

Cassie Heatherly “Arizona” #1 Freshman DS 5-6 Glendale, AZ / Glendale Mountain Ridge

Katie Svetahor #4 Freshman DS 5-5 Latrobe, PA / Greater Latrobe

Anna Greeley “Banana” #2 Freshman DS 5-5 Jennerstown, PA / North Star

Major/Minor: Pre-business Parent/Guardian Name(s): Bill and Teresa Siblings‟ Names: Nate Hobbies: traveling, volleyball, theatre, working out Career Aspirations: International Business CEO

Major/Minor: Nursing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Geraldine and Matthew Siblings‟ Names: Savanah, Mindy, and Chelsee Hobbies: volleyball, singing, drawing, and dancing Career Aspirations: Head Nurse at Conemaugh

Major/Minor: Nutrition and Dietetics Parent/Guardian Name(s): Alan and Nancy Siblings‟ Names: Sarah Hobbies: shopping, volleyball, and running Career Aspirations: Get doctorate in Nutrition

Olivia Hutchinson “Liv” #6 Junior DS 5-3 Sinking Spring, PA / Reading Holy Name

Major/Minor: Journalism Parent/Guardian Name(s): James and Kathleen Siblings‟ Names: Rachael and Victoria Hobbies: hanging with friends and family Career Aspirations: Work for a top magazine

Favorite Quote: “Just keep swimming.” - Finding Nemo

Favorite Quote: “Somewhere behind the athlete you've become and the hours of practice and the coaches who have pushed you is a little girl who fell in love with the game and never looked back... play for her.” – Mia Hamm

Favorite Quote: “Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail.”

Alicia Anderson “Meesh” #7 Freshman OH 5-9 Pittsburgh, PA / Plum

Danielle Fleeger “Dani” #5 Freshman OH 5-8 Clarion, PA / Clarion

Major/Minor: Natural Sciences Parent/Guardian Name(s): Scott and Carla Siblings‟ Names: Alexa and Michael Hobbies: spending time with family and friends Career Aspirations: Pediatric nurse

Major/Minor: Communications Parent/Guardian Name(s): Terry and Leslie Siblings‟ Names: Jacob Hobbies: shopping, photography, being with family Career Aspirations: Public Relations and Broadcasting

Favorite Quote: “There are millions of people in this world, but in the end it all comes down to one.” –Crazy Beautiful

Favorite Quote: “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.” Best Volleyball Memory: All of the memories I‟ve made with teammates

Favorite Quote: “Rivers know this: There is no hurry. We will get there someday” – Winnie The Pooh

Jessica Heidenthal “Jess” #10 Senior OH 5-10 Clymer, PA/ Penns Manor Area

Kayla Petrilla “Kay” #8 Junior S 5-3 Johnstown, PA / Richland

Miriah Butterworth “Mimi” #11 Freshman DS 5-5 Northern Cambria, PA/ Northern Cambria

Major/Minor: Marketing and Management Parent/Guardian Name(s): Michael and Linda Siblings‟ Names: Casey, Steven, and Angela Hobbies: sports, movies, music Career Aspirations: Graduate and get a marketing/management job

Major/Minor: Business Management and Marketing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Deborah Hight and Greg Siblings‟ Names: Lindsey Hobbies: volleyball, going to Pens games, golfing Career Aspirations: Opening a shoe store

Major/Minor: Accounting Parent/Guardian Name(s): Bob and Jackie Siblings‟ Names: Shayna, Briana, and Giana Hobbies: volleyball, painting, eating, dancing, watching movies Career Aspirations: Travel the world

Rachel Humble “Rach” #14 Sophomore S 5-7 Punxsutawney, PA / Punxsutawney

Major/Minor: Early Childhood Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Sherry Humble Siblings‟ Names: Julie Hobbies: Playing piano Career Aspirations: Become a kindergarten teacher

Favorite Quote: “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.” -Herman Cain

Favorite Quote: “Live Laugh Love Dream”

Favorite Quote: “If you live to be 100, I hope I live to be 100 minus 1 day, so I never have to live without you” – Winnie the Pooh

Tayler Vebares #15 Freshman MH 6-0 Red Lion, PA/ Red Lion

Ashley DiRado “Ash” #12 Sophomore MH 5-9 Greensburg, PA/ Greensburg Salem

Major/Minor: Biology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Teen and Lena Siblings‟ Names: Marley Hobbies: volleyball, eating, coloring, sleeping Career Aspirations: Travel the world

Major/Minor: Early Childhood Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Darren and Jill Siblings‟ Names: Stephanie Hobbies: volleyball, coloring, shopping Career Aspirations: Finish college and get a teaching job

Favorite Quote: “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” Henry David Thoreau

Favorite Quote: “Everything happens for a reason.”

Favorite Quote: “Never ever listen to someone who simply wants to be the first to say the game is over because champions don‟t think that”

Kristy Lagnese #17 Sophomore OH 5-6 Pittsburgh, PA / Plum

Kelsey Kohler “Kels” #16 Junior DS 5-4 Johnstown, PA / Westmont Hilltop

Lindsay Roush #19 Junior OH 5-9 Johnstown, PA/ Richland

Major/Minor: Early Childhood Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Lisa and William Siblings‟ Names: Anthony Hobbies: volleyball, softball, basketball, shopping, hanging with friends Career Aspirations: Teaching and coaching volleyball of softball

Major/Minor: Business Management Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jeff and Mary Ann Siblings‟ Names: Kara Hobbies: volleyball, swimming, shopping, hanging with friends Career Aspirations: Public Relations/Human Resources

Major/Minor: Early Childhood Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Ronald and Barbara Siblings‟ Names: Stacie and Kelsey Hobbies: Playing sports and watching movies Career Aspirations: Teach and coach volleyball

Karen Schmidt #21 Sophomore OH 5-8 Boswell, PA / North Star

Major/Minor: Business Parent/Guardian Name(s): Priscilla and David Siblings‟ Names: Katie and Amanda Hobbies: fishing, lifting, swimming, movies, spending time with family Career Aspirations: Get an awesome job!

Favorite Quote: "Things don't go wrong so you can become bitter and give up. Things go wrong to break you down and build you up, so you become all you were intended to be."

Favorite Quote: “You just kind of go and do your own thing. Sometimes it's really hard to compare apples and oranges, so you don't really think of it that way. You just perform to your fullest potential and hope everybody else does too. And however it works out, it works out.” -Jennifer Nettles

Beth Kendera #22 Sophomore MH 6-1 Johnstown, PA / Conemaugh Valley

Nikki Oakes #20 Freshman Setter 5-6 Pittsburgh, PA / Baldwin

Major/Minor: Early Childhood Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): LeAnne Kendera Siblings‟ Names: Brandon Hobbies: sports, friends, family Career Aspirations: Find stable teaching job

Major/Minor: Biology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Mike and Terri Hobbies: drawing, art, and writing Career Aspirations: Become a neurologist

Favorite Quote: "Obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it."

Favorite Quote: “There's heroes and there's legends. Heroes get remembered, but legends never die.”

Favorite Quote: “We all have ability, the difference is how we use it.” –Stevie Wonder

Dana Heidenreich “Dane” #24 Freshman MH/OH 5-10 Pittsburgh, PA / Bishop Canevin

Kelsey Shanabrook “Kels” #23 Freshman OH 6-0 Mechanicsburg, PA / Cumberland Valley

Mallory Sikora #25 Freshman MH 6-1 Pittsburgh, PA/ South Park

Major/Minor: Pre Occupational Therapy Parent/Guardian Name(s): Nancy and Paul Siblings‟ Names: Ashley, Kelsey, and Troy Career Aspirations: Become an occupational therapist

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Alan and Kathy Siblings‟ Names: Kristin Hobbies: sports, teaching, volunteering Career Aspirations: Elementary school teacher

Major/Minor: Undecided Parent/Guardian Name(s): Dorothy and Keith Siblings‟ Names: Ryan Hobbies: eating, sleeping, volleyball Career Aspirations: To be happy and successful

Seton Hill University – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Rebecca Robinson Sr. OH 6-0 Newark, DE / Pauda Academy 2 Ashley Steinbach Jr. OH 6-0 Windber, PA / Windber 3 Katie Bloomgren So. DS 5-5 Lake Orion, MI / Notre Dame Prep 4 Rachel Dindak So. Setter/OH 5-9 Pittsburgh, PA / Baldwin 5 Corrine Gahagan Fr. MH/OH 6-1 Windber, PA / Windber 6 Larissa Santangelo Fr. MH/OH 5-11 New Middletown, OH / Springfield Local 7 Courtney Field Fr. Setter 5-9 Pottsville, PA / Nativity BVM 8 Kelsey Profio So. Setter/OH 5-11 Galena OH / Olentangy 9 Olivia Mathews Fr. DS 5-6 Hilliard, OH / Hilliard Darby 12 Christina Donahoe Jr. OH 5-9 Export, PA / Greensburg CC 14 Paige Baker Fr. DS/OH 5-9 Kittanning, PA / Elderton 15 Chelsey Regovich So. MH/OH 5-10 Concord, OH / Lake Catholic 16 Lindsey Pavlikowski Jr. MH 5-11 Johnstown, PA / Westmont Hilltop 18 Alexis Cerminara Fr. MH/OH 5-10 Pittsburgh, PA / Brentwood 21 Jenna Snyder Fr. OH 5-11 Pittsburgh, PA / Baldwin

Assistant Coach: Bob Hall Bob Hall, a Youngstown, PA native and brother of head coach Rick Hall, returns for his tenth season with the Seton Hill women's volleyball program as an assistant coach and head recruiter. He has served the local volleyball community in many different capacities in recent years. Previously, Bob has worked in the Derry Area School District as the head women's volleyball coach at the junior high level, as well as the varsity assistant coach. He has been the head coach and coordinator of three Girls Junior Olympic Volleyball Clubs at Chestnut Ridge, Foothills and Laurel Highlands. Bob is also a certified PIAA volleyball official.

Assistant Coach: Sue Hahner Sue Hahner is a 1996 Seton Hill graduate and returns for her eighth season as an assistant with the women's program. Hahner was a member of head coach Rick Hall's squad that captured a District and Regional Championship and earned a trip to the NAIA National Tournament. She was a two-time 1st Team All- Conference middle hitter/blocker and selected to the 1st Team Northeast Region once during her career. The Pottsville, PA native has remained active in the western Pennsylvania volleyball community and still plays in the Ohio Valley Region USA Volleyball Association. Sue also donates her time and talent helping to coach one of the Keystone Volleyball Teams.

Seton Hill University head volleyball coach Rick Hall returns for his twenty fifth season in 2011 at the helm of the Griffins volleyball program . Coach Hall‟s career at SHU has been highlighted by two Northeast Regional Coach of the Year honors, four District Championships, two Regional Championships, and four national tournament appearances in Hawaii, Kansas, and California. In 2006, Coach Hall was inducted into the first class of the Seton Hill University Athletic Hall of Fame. Coach Hall‟s influence on volleyball in the area has extended beyond Seton Hill. He enjoyed a brief coaching stint with Hempfield High School and has been involved in the USA Juniors 16-and-under program, as well as the development of volleyball in the Catholic Youth Organization in Greensburg for grades 4 through 8.

A Latrobe High School and St. Vincent College graduate, Hall played professionally in the Association of Volleyball professionals in the late seventies and early eighties. His stints on the Cuervo Gold Pro Beach Doubles Tour, along with the Miller Lite Pro Beach Doubles Tour allowed him to play against the best professional competition up and down the east coast. Hall's indoor experience came with the United States Volleyball Association and the USA Volleyball Association. Rick and his wife Valerie have three children, Allyson 23, Ryan 19, and Candace 17.

Favorite Quote: “A successful team beat with one heart.” Best Volleyball Memory: Trip to Palm Beach because our team became more of a family. On and off the court these girls are commendable, our families have grown and we‟re a major support for one another.

Ashkey Steinbach “Smash” #2 Jr. OH Windber, PA / Windber

Rebecca Corrine Robinson “Becca” #1 Sr. OH Newark, DE / Pauda Academy

Katherine Bloomgren “Katie” #3 So. DS Lake Orion, MI / Notre Dame Prep

Major/Minor: Biology/ Minor- Math Parent/Guardian Name(s): Missy Steinbach Hobbies: reading, watching movies, artwork, traveling, and vegetarianism Career Aspirations: Marine Biology (involvement in the Greenpeace International program) or Ophthalmology

Major/Minor: Political Science and History Parent/Guardian Name(s): David and Teri Robinson Siblings‟ Names: Grant Robinson Career Aspirations: Attend Law School and hope to work in Family Law

Major/Minor: Sports Management and Human Resources Parent/Guardian Name(s): Michael and Deborah Bloomgren Siblings‟ Names: Patrick, Christine, Kimberly, Benjamin, Kelly Hobbies: spending time relaxing with friends and family Career Aspirations: Work in Major League Baseball (MLB) or National Hockey League (NHL)

Favorite Quote: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

Favorite Quote: “Dream as if you‟ll live forever, live as if you‟ll die today.” –James Dean

Corrine Gahagen “Nin or Corn” #5 Fr MH/OH Windber, PA / Windber

Major/Minor: Pre-Pharmacy Parent/Guardian Name(s): Sean and Kim Gahagen Siblings‟ Names: Aubrey Gahagen Hobbies: Playing volleyball, hanging with friends, skiing, & listening to music Career Aspirations: Become a pharmacist

Favorite Quote: “Refuse to lose. Refuse to be defeated. Refuse to have regrets.” - Nicki Minaj

Favorite Quote: “If you are trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. Everybody has had them. But obstacles don‟t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don‟t turnaround and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or workaround it.”

Favorite Quote: “Don‟t cry because its over. Smile because it happened.”

Larrisa Marie Santangelo “Gelo” #6 Fr. MH/Oh New Middletown, OH / Springfield Local

Rachel Dindak “Rach” #4 So. Setter/OH Pittsburg, PA / Baldwin

Major/Minor: Human Resources / Spanish Parent/Guardian Name(s): Dale and Leslie Santangelo Siblings‟ Names: Devin Hobbies: reading and painting Career Aspirations: Undecided

Major/Minor: Elementary education with Special education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Robert and Lisa Dindak Siblings: Jake and Sarah Hobbies: Any sports, hanging with friends, listening to music Career Aspirations: Hope to become an elementary education teacher while coaching on the side

Kelsey Ann Profio #8 So. Setter/OH Galena, OH / Olentangy

Favorite Quote: “Be good or be good at it.”

Favorite Quote: There is only one success– to be able to spend your life in your own way.”

Olivia Mathews “Liv” #9 Fr. DS Hilliard, OH / Hilliard Darby

Courtney Field #7 Fr. Setter Pottsville, PA / Nativity BVM

Major/Minor: Chemistry/ Minor- Math Parent/Guardian Name(s): Tanya and Tom Mathews Siblings‟ Names: Alex and Ellie Mathews Hobbies: being active, hanging with friends, and listening to music Career Aspirations: Be a dermatologist

Major/Minor: Business Parent/Guardian Name(s): Joe and Kelly Field Siblings‟ Names: Emily Field Hobbies: hanging with friends, watching movies, and scrapbooking Career Aspirations: Find a successful job at a business firm

Major/Minor: Psychology and Criminal Justice Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kim and Jason Profio Siblings‟ Names: Zach, Shane, and Blake Career Aspirations: To work as a criminologist for a government agency

Favorite Quote: “I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.”

Paige Baker “Wendy” #14 Fr. DS/OH Kittanning, PA / Elderton

Major/Minor: Physician‟s Assistant Parent/Guardian Name(s): Linda Novak Siblings‟ Names: Kyle Baker Hobbies: Playing Volleyball, Coloring, Sleeping, Watching sporting events

Favorite Quote: “Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.” --Marilyn Monroe

Favorite Quote: “Live, Laugh and Love”

Chelsey Regovich “Chels” #15 So. MH/OH Concord, OH / Lake Catholic

Christina Marie Donahoe “D-Hoe” #12 Jr. OH Export, PA / Greensburg Central Catholic

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Steve and Sharon Siblings‟ Names: Corey Hobbies: sports and shopping Career Aspirations: Teacher

Major/Minor: Art Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Patti and Joe Donahoe Siblings‟ Names: Lauren and Elizabeth Donahoe Hobbies: art, listening to music, hanging out with friends Career Aspirations: To be an art teacher to middle school students

Favorite Quote: “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.” – Dr. Seuss

Alexis Cerminara “Lex” #18 Fr. Pittsburg, Pa / Bretwood

Major/Minor: Biology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Christine Stormer Siblings‟ Names: Brady Hobbies: volleyball, shopping, tanning Career Aspirations: Become a physician assistant

Favorite Quote: “It‟s better to burn out, than fade away.” –Kurt Cobain

Favorite Quote: “Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect.”

Jenna Snyder #21 Fr. OH Pittsburg, PA / Baldwin

Lindsey Pavlikowski “Pav” #16 Jr. MH Johnstown, PA / Westmont Hilltop

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Pre K to Grade 4 with Special Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Michael and Diane Snyder Siblings‟ Names: Leah Snyder Hobbies: volleyball, basketball, softball, reading, and spending time with friends and family Career Aspirations: To have my own Kindergarten or 1st grade classroom

Major/Minor: Physician‟s Assistant Parent/Guardian Name(s): Patty and Gene Pavlikowski Siblings‟ Names: Cammie Miller and Haley Pavlikowski Hobbies: cooking, shopping and spending time with friends Career Aspirations: Become a physician assistant and hopefully come back to school to specialize in Anesthesia

Favorite Quote: “If you're trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I've had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it. --Michael Jordan

Shepherd University – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Melani Lewis So. RS/MH 5-9 Bay Shore, NY / Brentwood 3 Taylor Belella Fr. Setter 5-7 Smithsburg, MD / Smithsburg 4 Lauren Gardner Jr. OH 5-10 Clarkston, MI / Clarkston 5 Lauren Jeschelnik Sr. Setter 6-0 Huntingtown, MD / Huntingtown 6 Sara Michael Jr. Setter/RS 5-10 Winchester, VA / James Wood/HCC 8 Lauren Wilkins Fr. OH 5-8 Winchester, VA / Sherando 9 Kathleen Murphy Fr. DS/Libero 5-5 Bel Air, MD / Bel Air 10 Valerie Bour Fr. RS 5-10 Willoughby Hills, OH / Willoughby South 11 Meg Kenny So. MH 6-1 Lynchburg, VA / E.C. Glass 12 Kayla Walker So. OH 6-0 Palmyra, VA / Fluvanna County 13 Shannon Webb Fr. RS/DS 6-0 Fallston, MD / Fallston 14 Trish Leigh Fr. DS/Libero 5-7 Hagerstown, MD / Williamsport 15 Kasey Mercier Jr. OH 5-10 Baltimore, MD / Mount de Sales Academy 21 Kayla Motheral Fr. MH 6-0 Sterling, VA / Potomac Falls

Assistant Coach: Kevin Mennett Entering his seventh season as assistant coach of the Shepherd University volleyball, Mennett is in charge of player relations and strength training. He oversees each player's academic progress and their advancement in the weight room.

Assistant Coach: Steve Reaves Entering his third season as assistant coach of the Shepherd volleyball team. Reaves, works with the setters and the offensive system. Reaves is also a 1998 graduate of Shepherd University.

Sarah Smith is entering her seventh year as head coach of the Shepherd University Volleyball program. Smith was named WVIAC Coach of the Year in 2009 after leading Shepherd to a 21-12 overall record with a 12-2 mark in conference play. Smith is dedicated to taking Shepherd to the next level and continually looks for goal-minded athletes who will be an asset not only on the volleyball court but also to Shepherd University.

Assistant Coach: Jane Thompson Thompson is entering her first season as assistant coach of the Shepherd volleyball team. A 2011 graduate of Shepherd University, Thompson was a four-year player for the Rams from 2007-10 and served as a team captain. She will be helping scout opponents, assist in player development, and will be responsible for uploading and downloading film for the Rams.

Favorite Quote: “It‟s all about the journey, not the outcome.”

Favorite Quote: “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, and others make it happen.” –Michael Jordan

Favorite Quote: “Don‟t take yourself too seriously.”

Taylor Belella “Tabs” #3 Freshman S 5-7 Smithsburg, MD / Smithsburg

Melani Lewis “Mel” #1 Sophomore RS/MH 5-9 Bay Shore, NY / Brentwood

Lauren Gardner “Lo” #4 Junior OH 5-10 Clarkston, MI / Clarkston

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Stephanie and Paul Belella Siblings‟ Names: Mitchell and Payton Belella Hobbies: sports and hanging out with friends Career Aspirations: Be an elementary teacher and coach volleyball

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Al Lewis and Jan Kimbrough -Lewis Siblings‟ Names: Alicia, Aaiden, and Anissa Lewis Hobbies: creative writing, drawing Career Aspirations: K-6 Teacher

Major: Psychology/English Parent/Guardian Name(s): Bud and Robin Gardner Siblings‟ Names: Colby Hobbies: Playing guitar, shopping, and spending time with family Career Aspirations: Become a practicing psychotherapist

Sara Michael #6 Junior Setter/RS 5-10 Winchester, VA / James Wood / HCC

Favorite Quote: “To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world.”

Lauren Wilkins #8 Freshman OH 5-8 Winchester, VA / Sherando

Lauren Jeschelnik #5 Senior Setter 6-0 Huntingtown, MD / Huntingtown

Major/Minor: Nursing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kevin and Marilyn Wilkins Siblings‟ Names: Kelsea Wilkins Hobbies: volleyball, hanging with friends, and being outside Career Aspirations: Become a nurse practitioner or physician‟s assistant

Valerie Bour “Val” #20 Freshman RS 5-10 Willoughby Hills, OH / Willoughby South

Major/Minor: Biology (Physical Therapy Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jim and Debbie Bour Siblings‟ Names: Alex and Max Bour Hobbies: going to the mall and beach and hanging with friends.

Favorite Quote: “Winning and losing can ultimately come down to a player's passion. Passion for the game, their team, and for the competition.”

Favorite Quote: “Shoot for the moon, even if you miss, you‟ll land among the stars.”

Favorite Quote: “I am not what I have failed. I am what I have learned from my failures.”

Margaret Kenny “Meg” #11 Sophomore MH 6-1 Lynchburg, VA / E.C. Glass

Kathleen Murphy “Kat” #9 Freshmen DS/Libero 5-5 Bel Air, MD / Bel Air

Major/Minor: Nursing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Eric & Karen Kenny Siblings‟ Names: Kristen & Michael Kenny Career Aspirations: Become a nurse practitioner; Become a traveling nurse

Major/Minor: Sports Marketing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Lynne and Sean Murphy Siblings‟ Names: Meghan Murphy Hobbies: volleyball, hanging out with friends, and music Career Aspirations: Under Armour

Favorite Quote: “I can attribute all my present success from my past failures.”

Favorite Quote: “Those on top of the mountain did not fall there.”

Trisha Leigh “Trish” #14 Freshman DS/Libero 5-7 Hagerstown, MD / Williamsport

Kayla Jean Walker #12 Sophomore OH 6-0 Palmyra, VA / Fluvanna County

Major/Minor: Recreation & Leisure Parent/Guardian Name(s): Michael Leigh, Tammy Leigh Siblings‟ Names: Heather Leigh Career Aspirations: work for the Baltimore Ravens

Major/Minor: Mathematics Parent/Guardian Name(s): Debbie and Tighe Walker Siblings‟ Names: Theresa and Christina Career Aspirations: Become a Civil Engineer

Favorite Quote: “Find your passion and make it happen. Be on a mission and live your life on purpose. Be motivated by your desire to achieve rather than your fear of failure.”

Kasey Mercier #15 Junior OH 5-10 Baltimore, MD / Mt. de Sales Academy

Major/Minor: Recreation Leisure Studies Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kim and Bill Siblings‟ Names: Kelli and Kristina Hobbies: hanging out with friends and family, listening to music

Kayla Motheral “KJ, KayJay” #21 Freshman MH 6-0 Sterling, VA / Potomac Falls

Major/Minor: Art education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Joy Motheral Siblings‟ Names: Alyssa Motheral Career Aspirations: Art teacher

Favorite Quote: “When one door of happiness closes another opens, but often we stare so long at the door that is closed that we do not see the one which has been opened for us.”

University of Charleston – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Brittney Bills Sr. DS/Libero 5-10 Findlay, OH / Findlay 2 Marisa Grifka So. Setter/DS 5-7 Rochester, MI / Stoney Creek 3 Ashley Douglas Jr. Libero/DS 5-6 Ontario, Canada / General Amherst 4 Lora Goss Sr. RS/MH 5-10 Birmingham, AL / Oak Mountain 5 Malleri Hardison Jr. OH 5-10 Uniontown, PA / Laurel Highlands 6 Holly Sabatka Jr. DS 5-8 Lone Tree, CO / Highlands Ranch 8 Cara Hibbs-Leyva Sr. RS/MH 6-0 San Diego, CA / Academy of Our Lady of Peace 9 Julia Moskal Fr. OH 5-10 Ontario, Canada / Essex 10 Brenna Youlton Jr. MH 6-0 Ontario, Canada / John McGregor 11 Keely Latham Fr. RS/MH 6-0 Gardnerville, NV / Douglas 12 Katie Williams Sr. Setter 5-5 Gettysburg, PA / Gettysburg 13 Ashlea Wallace Sr. Libero/DS 5-5 Winfield, WV / Winfield 14 Breanna Hughes So. RS 5-10 Hurricane, WV / Hurricane 15 Kaitlyn Farley So. OH/RS 5-10 Bridgeport, WV / Bridgeport 16 Clairissa Larry Fr. MH 6-0 University Heights, OH / Regina at Notre Dame 20 Kelsey Eby Jr. Setter 5-11 Portland, OR / Central Catholic

Assistant Coach: Amanda Ansell Coach Amanda Ansell was a dominant player of her own before she graduated from the University of Charleston in 2002, where she earned a Bachelor‟s Degree in Elementary Education. She then went on to teach 3rd grade at Piedmont for the next10 years while assistant coaching part time at UC. However, she has recently left her teaching job to join the UC staff full time this year.

Assistant Coach: Eric Gillispie

Head Coach: Dr. Bren Stevens Since arriving at the University of Charleston in 1993, Stevens has propelled a once lackluster program into the epitome of excellence, as her teams have made seven NCAA appearances since becoming a member of Division II in 1995. It was in 1998 when Stevens‟ team advanced to the round of “Sweet Sixteen” at the Atlantic Regional. The team lost to an opponent that they had beaten earlier in the season and ended up just one win away from advancing to the Elite 8. Coach Stevens is a pioneer with tremendous vision, passion and enthusiasm for the sport of volleyball. Coach Bren was named WVIAC “Coach of the Year” in 1995, 1997 and 2001. She was inducted into the University of Charleston‟s Hall of Fame in 2006. As a player she earned both WVIAA and Mid-West Regional First-team honors.

Assistant Coach: Michael Sankoff

Bren served for nine years as the Chairperson of the WVIAC Volleyball Coaches. Coach Stevens currently serves on the American Volleyball Coaches Association‟s Head Coaches Committee. She is also a member of the Hall of Fame Selection committee for the AVCA. Bren‟s reputation which she built for her program in West Virginia extends far beyond the borders of her state. Stevens serves as a leader/teacher to other coaches through a mentoring program established by the AVCA. Bren has also spent five years serving on NCAA RAC Committees both in the Atlantic and Great Lake Regions.

Coach Stevens also serves in the role of Associate Director of Athletics and Senior Woman‟s Administrator for the University of Charleston. Bren is very active with the NCAA and serves on the NCAAII Management Council. She is a member of the Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects in Sports Committee as well as their Branding and Identity Committee for DII. Bren is a respected coach, faculty member and administrator on her campus.

Favorite Quote:"cultivate your desire for success to be greater than the fear of failure. Failure is merely a pit stop between where you stand and success. Failure allows you to learn the fastest; failure inspires winners and defeats losers." Best Volleyball Memory: South Carolina Trip

Favorite Quote: “You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it isn‟t how hard you hit; it‟s about how hard you can get hit, and keep moving forward. How much you can take, and keep moving forward. That‟s how winning is done.”

Favorite Quote: “If winning isn‟t everything, then why keep score?”

Marisa Grifka “Grif” #2 Sophomore Setter/DS 5-7 Rochester, MI / Stoney Creek

Brittney Bills “Bills” #1 Senior DS/Libero 5-10 Findley, OH / Findley

Ashley Douglas “Dougie” #3 Junior Libero/DS 5-6 Ontario, Canada / General Amherst

Major/Minor: Political Science and Public Policy Parent/Guardian Name(s): Ray and Michelle Grifka Siblings‟ Names: Ryan Grifka reading, shopping and sports Career Aspirations: Lawyer

Major/Minor: Biology/Pre-Professional Parent/Guardian Name(s): Chuck & DeeDee Bills Siblings‟ Names: David Bills Hobbies: swimming, rollerblading, snowboarding Career Aspirations: Physician's Assistant

Major/Minor: Physical Education and Wellness Parent/Guardian Name(s): Hugh and Lynn Douglas Siblings‟ Names: Susan & Kevin Douglas Hobbies: trick shots, rollerblading, playing with my nieces Career Aspirations: Become a physical education teacher

Malleri Hardison “Mal” #5 Junior OH 5-10 Uniontown, PA / Laurel Highlands

Major/Minor: Accounting/Business Administration Parent/Guardian Name(s): Michael & Janice Hardison Siblings‟ Names: Michael & Amanda Hardison Hobbies: Shopping Career Aspirations: Become a CPA

Favorite Quote: “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”

Favorite Quote: “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." Best Volleyball Memory: Coach Stevens‟ 500th win!!

Favorite Quote: “Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising every time we fall.”

Holly Sabatka “Hollers” #6 Junior DS 5-8 Lone Tree, CO / Highlands Ranch

Lora Goss “LoGoss” #4 Senior RS/MH 5-10 Birmingham, AL / Oak Mountain

Major/Minor: Business & Sports Administration Parent/Guardian Name(s): Darrell & Cathy Sabatka Siblings‟ Names: Heather & Hayden Sabatka Hobbies: Music, baby brother, running Holly‟s hair and makeup salon, going for Career Aspirations: Work in the Sports Industry, professional or collegiate

Major/Minor: English and English Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Troy Goss & Marsha Sturdevant Siblings‟ Names: Audrey & Mitchell Goss Hobbies: Reading, Art & Crafts, Board Games, Movies Career Aspirations: To have a job and make money

Favorite Quote: “Why don‟t you just use your i-phone head-pods?” Best Volleyball Memory: Myrtle Beach!

Favorite Quote: “Beauty gets attention, personality steals hearts.”

Favorite Quote: “Giving up doesn‟t always mean you‟re weak; sometimes it just means you‟re strong enough to let go.”

Julia Moskal #9 Freshman OH 5-10 Ontario, Canada / Essex

Cara Hibbs-Leyva #8 Senior RS/MH 6-0 San Diego, CA / Academy of Our Lady of Peace

Brenna Youlton “Ol‟ Bren” #10 Junior MH 6-0 Ontario, Canada / John McGregor

Major/Minor: Nursing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Shelley & Murray Macchio, Walter & Debbie Moskal Siblings‟ Names: Lindsay, Emily & Murray Hobbies: watching movies, hanging out with friends, and studying of course! Career Aspirations: Nurse Practitioner

Major/Minor: Communications/ Sports Administration Parent/Guardian Name(s): Rick Leyva & Trudi Hibbs Siblings‟ Names: Brandon Hibbs Hobbies: snowboarding Career Aspirations: To work for ESPN

Major/Minor: Physical Education/UDL Parent/Guardian Name(s): Rick &Joanne Youlton Siblings‟ Names: Tamara, Carly, Brad & Sam Youlton Hobbies: traveling Career Aspirations: High School Gym Teacher

Katie Elizabeth Williams “Kdub, Kate Dawg” #12 Senior Setter 5-5 Gettysburg, PA / Gettysburg

Major/Minor: Sports Administration Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kris Webb, Todd and Lisa Williams Siblings‟ Names: Julie Williams, Paige Szarowski, Ryan Weatherly Hobbies: music & relaxation

Favorite Quote: “Yeah, that‟s right! We‟re superheroes! You love us!” Best Volleyball Memory: All of our first tournaments at the beginning of the season. There are too many memorable/ unforgettable nights with the team to explain. Going to miss you all!

Favorite Quote: “Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out.” – John Wooden

Favorite Quote: “Love the life you live and live the life you love." - Bob Marley Best Volleyball Memory: Going to Alaska even though I was in a medical BOOT! :( It was a great experience white water rafting too!

Ashlea Nicole Wallace “A Wall” #13 Senior Libero/DS 5-5 Winfield, WV / Winfield

Keely Latham #11 Freshman RS/MH 6-0 Gardnerville, NV / Douglas

Major/Minor: Health and Wellness Education / UDL Parent/Guardian Name(s): Sherry and Jeff Broyles and Donald Wallace Siblings‟ Names: Paige Craigo, Emmalee Broyles, Brittanie Wallace, and Daniel Wallace Career Aspirations: To teach at the Elementary School level

Major/Minor: Psychology Parent/Guardian Name(s): David and Michelle Latham Hobbies: snowboarding

Favorite Quote: “Please don‟t go, I‟ll eat you up I love you so.” - Where the Wild Things Are

Favorite Quote: “Somewhere behind the athlete you‟ve become and the hours of practice and the coaches who have pushed you is a little girl who fell in love with the game and never looked back…play for her.” – Mia Hamm

Favorite Quote: “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”

Kaitlyn Marie Farley #15 Sophomore OH/RS 5-10 Bridgeport, WV / Bridgeport

Breanna Nicole Hughes “Bre” #14 Sophomore RS 5-10 Hurricane, WV / Hurricane

Clairissa Sheryl Larry “Claire” #16 Freshman MH 6-0 University Heights, OH / Regina at Notre Dame

Major/Minor: Pre-Pharmacy Parent/Guardian Name(s): Cheryl & Norman Siblings‟ Names: Ashley & Karen Hobbies: traveling, shopping, sports Career Aspirations: Pharmacist

Major/Minor: Psychology and Art Parent/Guardian Name(s): Dewana Hughes Siblings‟ Names: Brian Hughes, Anna Hughes Hobbies: art, volleyball, reading Career Aspirations: Clinical Psychologist

Major/Minor: Psychology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Karen and Darrell Larry Hobbies: reading, shopping, sports Career Aspirations: To become a Forensic Psychologist/ Criminologist

Favorite Quote: "Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are." - John Wooden

Kelsey Eby “Eby, Keebs” #20 Junior Setter 5-11 Portland, OR / Central Catholic

Major/Minor: Sports Administration Parent/Guardian Name(s): Andy and Kelli Eby Siblings‟ Names: Stephanie, Mitchell, Molly Hobbies: sports, traveling, watching movies, music Career Aspirations: To work in sports industry.

West Liberty University – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown/Previous School 1 Michaela Hawkins Fr. MB 5-11 Olmsted Falls, OH/Olmsted Falls 2 Heather Tolson Jr. Setter 5-11 Frankfort, IN/Kankakee CC 3 Rachel Zeigler So. OH 5-7 Pleasantville,OH/Fairfield Union 4 Chelsea Byrge Fr. Setter 5-9 West Chester, OH/Bishop Fenwick 5 Jennifer Torrence Sr. DS 5-6 Sarasota, FL/Sarasota 9 Melissa Pierzchala Sr. OH 5-9 Sylvania, OH/Northview 10 Mekenzie Gray Jr. MB 5-9 Pleasant City, OH/Meadowbrook 11 April Salyer Jr. DS 5-6 Winchester, VA/James Wood 13 Alexandra Kowalski Jr. OH 5-7 Bulger, PA/Burgettstown 15 Haylee Strause So. DS 5-6 Castalia, OH/Margaretta 16 Nicole Sadecky Fr. MB 5-10 Ravenswood, WV/Ravenswood 18 Emily Mellie So. MB 5-9 Canton, OH/Glen Oak 20 Gabbie Davis Fr. Setter 5-4 Bolivar, OH/Tuscarawas Valley 24 Anne Edwards Jr. MB 5-9 Dover, OH/Dover

Head coach Brooke Turner is optimistic about the future of her volleyball program as she heads into her third season at the West Liberty helm. Taking over a program that had won just three conference matches in the previous two seasons, the energetic young coach has nearly tripled that number over the past two years while laying the foundation for future success through a strong recruiting effort.

Heather Tolson #2 Junior Setter/RS 5-11 Frankfort, IN / Clinton Central

Michaela Hawkins #1 MB 5-10 Olmsted Falls, OH / Olmsted Falls

Rachel Zeigler #3 Sophomore OH 5-7 Pleasantville, OH / Fairfield Union

Jennier Torrence #5 Senior Libero/DS 5-6 Sarasota, FL / Sarasota

Melissa Pierzchala #9 Senior OH/DS 5-9 Sylvania, OH / North View

Chelsea Byrge #4 Freshman Setter 5-10 West Chester, OH / Bishop Fenwick HS

April Salyer #11 Junior DS 5-6 Winchester, VA / James Wood

Mekenzie Gray #10 Junior MB 5-10 Pleasant City, OH / Meadowbrook

Alexandra Kowalski #13 OH 5-7 Bulger, PA / Burgettstown

Nicole Sadecky #16 Freshman MB/RS 5-10 Ravenswood, WV / Ravenswood HS

Emily Mellie #18 Sophomore M/MB 5-9 Canton, OH / Glen Oaks

Haylee Strause #15 Sophomore DS/Libero 5-4 Castalia, OH / Margaretta

Anne Edwards #24 Junior MH 5-9 Dover, OH / Dover

Gabbie Davis #20 Freshman Setter 5-4 Bolivar, OH / Tuscarawas Valley

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West Virginia State University – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 2 Jessyca Gooch Jr. DS 5-2 Scott Depot, WV / Winfield HS 3 Hayley Kirby Fr. OH/DS 5-9 Mt. Pleasant, MI / Sacred Heart Academy 4 Chuck Reilly Fr. MH 5-11 Brownsburg, IN / Brownsburg HS 5 Chalcie Raker R-So. Setter 5-6 Charleston, WV / George Washington HS 7 Patricia Dimsdale So. OH 5-7 Poca, WV / Poca HS 9 Alyssa Graboski Jr. MH 6-0 Upper Sandusky, OH / Upper Sandusky HS 10 Megan Lucas Jr. Setter/DS 5-10 Charleston, WV / Capital HS 11 Katie Avery Jr. RS 5-10 Scott Depot, WV / Winfield HS 12 Cameron Lewis Jr. MH 5-9 New Castle, PA / Union Area HS 13 Anneelise Albrecht Fr. RS 5-11 Ostrander, OH / Buckeye Valley HS 14 Amy Gosche Fr. OH 6-0 Kansas, OH / Lakota HS 21 Abigail Easton Fr. Setter/DS 5-7 Gahanna, OH / Gahanna Lincoln HS 22 Leisha Salyers Sr. OH/DS 5-4 Clyde, OH / Clyde HS

Head Coach: Shannon Gerencir

Since becoming head volleyball coach at WVSU in 2002 Shannon Gerencir has turned the program from conference doormat to perennial championship contender. Coach Gerencir's achievements have been recognized by her peers as she was selected WVIAC volleyball Coach of the Year in 2005 and 2006. Shannon played at the University of Charleston from 1989 until 1992 and was 24th in the Nation in Serving Aces in 1991. She was the Captain of the team from 1990, 1991, and 1992.

Favorite Quote: “Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.” – Marilyn Monroe

Hayley Kirby “Bacon” #3 Freshman 5-9 Mt. Pleasant, MI / Sacred Heart Academy

Jessyca Gooch “Jessy” #2 Junior 5-2 Scott Depot, WV Winfield HS

Chelizie Chuck Reilly #4 Freshman Position 5-11 Brownsburg, IN / Brownsburg HS

Major/Minor: Psychology, Criminal Justice Parent/Guardian: Lisa & Rodney LeGrand & Jeff Gooch Siblings‟ Names: Eric Hobbies: water skiing, hanging out with friends Career Aspirations: Criminal Profiler for the FBI

Major/Minor: Physical Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kent & Beth Kirby Siblings‟ Names: Morgan Hobbies: dancing, tweeting Career Aspirations: Gym Teacher at an Elementary or High School

Patricia Dimadale #7 Sophomore 5-7 Poca, WV / Poca HS

Alyssa Graboski “Lyss” #9 Junior 6-0 Upper Sandusky, OH / Upper Sandusky HS

Chalcie Raker #5 RS-Sophomore 5-6 Charleston, WV / George Washington HS

Favorite Quote: Strength does not come form physical capacity. It comes from indomitable will.

Major/Minor: Communications Parent/Guardian Name(s): Kim & Joe Graboski Siblings‟ Names: Natasha & Taylor Hobbies: watch movies, reading, and listening to music Career Aspirations: Work in Public Relations Firm

Major/Minor: Secondary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Tom & Marsha Raker Siblings‟ Names: Brandon Hobbies: music & baking Career Aspirations: Math Teacher

Katie Avery #11 Junior 5-10 Scott Depot, WV / Winfield HS

Megan Lucas “Shmegal” #10 Junior 5-10 Charleston ,WV / Capital HS

Cameron Lewis “Cam” #12 Junior 5-9 New Castle, PA / Union Area HS

Favorite Quote: “Those who say it cannot be done shouldn't‟t interrupt those who are doing it.”

Favorite Quote: “Great moments are born from great opportunities.”

Favorite Quote: Obstacle are put in your way to see if what you want is worth fighting for.

Major/Minor: Sports Studies/ Athletic Training Parent/Guardian Name(s): Linda & Bret Avery Siblings‟ Names: Bobby & Michael Hobbies: Going to Concerts Career Aspirations: Physical Therapy

Major/Minor: Accounting/ Spanish Parent/Guardian Name(s): Don & Pam Lucas Siblings‟ Names: Paige Hobbies: fishing, watching football Career Aspirations: Successful Accountant

Major/Minor: Biology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Michelle Siblings‟ Names: Tiffany & Eunice Hobbies: watch the Steelers Career Aspirations: Forensic Scientist

Amy Gosche #14 Freshman 6-0 Kansas, OH / Lakota HS

Abigail Easton “Abby” #21 Freshman 5-7 Gahanna, OH / Gahanna Lincoln HS

Anneelise Albrecht “Annie” #13 Freshman 5-11 Ostrander, OH / Buckeye Valley HS

Major/Minor: Criminal Justice/ Corrections Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jerome & Margret Gosche Siblings‟ Names: Renne, Katie & Andrew Hobbies: basketball, softball and dancing Career Aspirations: Juvenile Probation Officer

Favorite Quote: “The more you sweat in practice, the less you bleed in battle.”

Favorite Quote: “Team is together.. Everyone achieves more!”

Major/Minor: Secondary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Diane & Edward Easton Siblings‟ Names: Bella & Sophia Hobbies: writing, and hanging with family and friends Career Aspirations: High School Volleyball Coach

Major/Minor: Business Administration Parent/Guardian Name(s): Tina Bickham & John Albrecht Siblings‟ Names: Sedona Hobbies: snowboarding, tweeting Career Aspirations: Owning Photography Studio

Leisha Salyers “Le-Le” #22 Senior 5-4 Clyde, OH / Clyde HS

Favorite Quote: “Hard work beats talent, when talent doesn't work hard.” Best Volleyball Memory: Going 15-0 as a freshman in Conference/ Conference Champs.

Major/Minor: Sports Studies Parent/Guardian Name(s): Mark & Lynn Salyers Siblings‟ Names: Luke Hobbies: playing/watching sports Career Aspirations: Owning a Hair Salon

West Virginia Wesleyan University – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Korin Wengryn So. MB 5-11 Oakdale, PA / West Allegheny 2 Albany Reed Fr. Setter/DS 5-5 Hinton, WV / Summers County 5 Ashley Ziegle Sr. Setter/RS 5-10 Rancho Cucamonga, CA / Rancho Cucamonga 6 Stephanie Bruggeman Sr. MB 5-9 Bellbrook, OH / Bellbrook 7 Courtney Rose Sr. OH 5-7 Minnetonka, MN / Hopkins 8 Erin Bond Fr. MB 6-1 Richmond, VA / Emmavs High 9 Courtney Browning Fr. DS 5-4 Crooksville, OH / Crooksville 11 Jessica Pattyn Sr. OH 5-10 Moon Township, PA / Moon Township 12 Shannon Lewis Fr. DS 5-3 Buckhannon, WV / South Harrison 13 Meredith Farkasovsky Fr. DS 5-6 Bridgeport, WV / Bridgeport 14 Nell Berkeley Fr. MB 5-9 Ranson, WV / Jefferson 17 Taylor Adkins Fr. OH 5-10 Huntington, WV / Cabell Midland 19 Paula Renteria So. OH 5-8 Lancaster, PA / Preston 20 Renata Comparini Jr. Libero 5-4 Santiago, Chile / Broward College 21 Camblin Leonard So. MB 6-0 Mars, PA / Mars Area 22 Samantha Swann Fr. RS 6-1 Owings, MD / Northern 23 Casey Pattyn So. Setter 5-6 Moon Township, PA / Moon Township

Assistant Coach: Blake Croquette-Samuelle Blake Crocket-Saumelle was a four-year letter winner at West Virginia Wesleyan. She made the All-Freshman team in 2007 and second team All-WVIAC in both 2008 and 2010. Saumelle recorded over 1,000 career kills. The Weston, Florida native graduated from WVWC in 2011 with a Bachelor's degree in 2011.

Jackie Murphy enters her third season at the helm of the West Virginia Wesleyan volleyball program. The Richmond, VA native has compiled a 24-33 record in her first two seasons. Murphy was a four year letter winner at Wesleyan, once first team All-WVIAC, twice second team all-conference and was named to the all-tournament team three times. Murphy graduated from WVWC in 2006 with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and received her Master's in Business Administration in 2008 while serving as a graduate assistant on the volleyball team. She spent one year at Radford as an assistant coach before returning to her alma mater.

Albany Reed #2 Freshman Setter / DS 5-10 Hinton, WV / Summers County

Korin Wengryn #1 Sophomore MB 5-11 Oakdale, PA / West Alleghany

Jillian Teubert #3 Sophomore DS 5-7 Lweisburg, VA / Greenbrier East HS

Major/Minor: Biology

Major/Minor: Exercise Science

Major/Minor: Pre-Med

Stephanie Bruggemen #6 Senior Setter / RS 5-9 Bellbrook, OH / Bellbrook HS

Major/Minor: Public Relations

Courtney Rose #7 Senior OH 5-7 Minnetonka, MN / Hopkins HS

Ashley Ziegle #5 Senior Setter / RS 5-10 Rancho Cucamonga, CA / Rancho Cucamonga HS

Major/Minor: Business Admin./ Marketing

Major/Minor: Physical Education/ Health

Courtney Browning #9 Freshman DS 5-4 Crooksville, OH / Crooksville HS

Erin Bond #8 Freshman MB 6-1 Macungie, PA / Emmavs HS

Jessica Pattyn #11 Senior OH 5-10 Moon Township, PA / Moon Township HS

Major/Minor: Psychology

Major/Minor: Nursing

Major/Minor: Psychology

Meredith Farkovsky #13 Freshman DS 5-6 Bridgeport, WV / Bridgeport HS

Major/Minor: Secondary Education

Nell Berkley #14 Freshman DS 5-3 Ranson, WV / Jefferson HS

Shannon Lewis #12 Freshman DS 5-3 Buckhannon, WV / South Harrison HS

Major/Minor: Secondary Education

Major/Minor: Biology

Paula Renteria #19 Sophomore OH 5-8 Lancaster, PA / Preston HS

Taylor Adkins #17 Freshman OH 5-10 Huntington, WV / Cabell Midland

Renata Comparini #20 Junior Libero 5-4 Santiago, Chile / Broward College

Major/Minor: Psychology

Major/Minor: Accounting/ English

Major/Minor: Business

Samantha Swann #22 Freshman RS 6-1 Owings, MD / Northern HS

Major/Minor: Elementary Education

Casey Pattyn #23 Sophomore Setter 5-6 Moon Township, PA / Moon Township HS

Camblin Leonard “Nickname” #21 Sophomore MB 6-0 Mars, PA / Mars Area HS

Major/Minor: Elementary Education

Major/Minor: Psychology

Wheeling Jesuit – Roster # Name Cl. Pos. Ht. Hometown / School 1 Kristen DuBroy Sr. Setter 5-7 North Olmsted, OH / Magnificat 4 Corrin Early So. DS 5-8 Medina, OH / Lodi 5 Allissa Ware Jr. OH 6-0 Jackson Center, OH / Jackson Center 6 Casey Gates So. OH 5-8 Jackson Center OH / Jackson Center 7 Lindsay Gaughan R-So. Setter 5-6 Gahanna, OH / Bishop Hartley 8 Megan Ozarzak Sr. MB 5-10 Sylvania, OH / Sylvania 9 Catelyn Anderson Sr. OH 5-8 Elkhart, IN / Elkhart Memorial 10 Jenna Pew So. MB 6-0 Marshallville, OH / Smithville 11 Ashley Remlinger R-So. RS 5-11 Kalida, OH / Kalida 12 Gabby Guanciale So. DS 5-7 Westerville OH/St. Frances De Sales 13 Maria Meyer Jr. DS 5-4 Anna, OH / Anna 15 Makenzie Ripley Fr. OH 5-7 Dennison, OH / Claymont 21 Rachel Caja Fr. MB 6-0 Lakewood, OH / St Josephs 23 Angela McNulty Jr. RS 5-10 Newark, OH / Newark Catholic 24 Brooke Sargent Fr. RS 5-10 Waynesville, OH / Clinton Massie 25 Jennifer Mohney So. DS 5-8 Twinsburg, OH / Twinsburg

Assistant Coach: Matt Benner Matt Benner is in his eleventh season as assistant volleyball coach and recruiting coordinator at Wheeling Jesuit University. Benner also contributed to the program for five years as a volunteer assistant and instructor prior to being named assistant coach.

Assistant Coach: Kayla Fetsko Kayla Fetsko is beginning her second season at Wheeling Jesuit. She will be responsible for coaching the newly-formed junior varsity team, assisting with the varsity team, and helping with various administrative duties.

Christy Benner is in her tenth season as head coach of the Wheeling Jesuit University volleyball program. Benner‟s teams won the WVIAC tournament and advanced to the NCAA Division II Volleyball Tournament Regionals in 2002, 2003, 2008, 2009 and 2010. Benner and her husband, assistant coach Matt, reside in Moundsville, West Virginia with their son, Max.

Favorite Quote: "Just live,make mistakes,and have wonderful times, but never ever second guess who you are, where you've been, and most importantly where you are going." Best Volleyball Memory: Making lifelong friends!

Favorite Quote: “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” ~Harriet Tubman

Favorite Quote: Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Corrin Early #4 Sophomore DS 5-8 Medina, OH / Lodi

Kristen DuBroy “Dub” #1 Senior Setter 5-7 North Olmsted, OH / Magnificat

Allissa Ware #5 Junior OH 6-0 Jackson Center, OH / Jackson Center

Major/Minor:Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): John Early & Karen Fisher Siblings‟ Names: Kate, Allison & Kohl Hobbies: playing volleyball, singing, watching Browns games Career Aspirations: To teach elementary students and to coach my own volleyball team some day.

Major/Minor: Athletic Training with Pre-Physical Therapy Parent/Guardian Name(s): John & Terry Hobbies: volleyball, hanging out with my family and friends, watching movies

Major/Minor: Elementary Education / Special Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Dana and Dianne Ware Siblings‟ Names: Dustin, Brandon & Christen Hobbies: playing volleyball & other sports, camping, friends and family, reading, movies, Wii & listening to music.

Lindsay Gaughan #7 Sophomore Setter 5-6 Gahanna, OH/Bishop Hartley

Major/Minor: Elementary Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Scott and Susan Gaughan Hobbies: volleyball, spending time with family and friends

Favorite Quote: "Anyone can give up, it's the easiest thing in the world to do. But to hold it together when everyone else would understand if you fell apart, that's true strength."

Favorite Quote: “Your time is limited, so don‟t waste it living someone else‟s life.”- Steve Jobs

Favorite Quote: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson Best Volleyball Memory: Having my family come to watch me play

Megan Ozarzak “O” #8 Senior MB 5-10 Sylvania, OH/Sylvania

Casey Gates #6 Sophomore OH 5-8 Jackson Center, OH / Jackson Center

Major/Minor: Nursing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Greg and Elaine Ozarzak Siblings‟ Names: Michelle & Melissa Hobbies: reading, music, movies, friends

Major/Minor: Sports Administration Parent/Guardian Name(s): Deb & Jeff Siblings‟ Names: Scott Hobbies: hanging out with friends and family

Favorite Quote: “Heroes get remembered but legends never die, follow your heart kid, and you‟ll never go wrong.” - Sandlot

Jenna Pew #10 Sophomore MB 6-0 Marshallville OH / Smithville

Catelyn Anderson #9 Senior OH 5-8 Elkhart, IN / Elkhart Memorial

Ashley Remlinger #11 Sophomore RS 5-11 Kalida OH / Kalida

Major/Minor: Secondary Math Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jeff & Jann Pew Hobbies: Painting/drawing, Boating Career Aspirations: Teach high school math and eventually coach while making a difference in teenager‟s lives.

Maria Meyer “Mia” #13 Junior DS 5-6 Anna, OH / Anna

Major/Minor: Elementary & Special Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Matthew & Christa Siblings‟ Names: Jay, Andy & Emma Hobbies: volleyball, friends, dancing, family Career Aspirations: I want to be a special education teacher somewhere in Pennsylvania.

Favorite Quote: “Don‟t let anyone set your limits.”

Favorite Quote: “Fear ends where faith begins. “

Makenzie Ripley “Kenz” #15 Freshman OH 5-7 Dennison OH / Claymont

Gabby Guanciale “Gabby, Gabs, GG” #12 Sophomore DS 5-7 Westerville OH / St. Frances De Sales

Major/Minor: Communications Parent/Guardian Name(s): Tammi & Chris Douglass, & Todd Ripley Siblings‟ Names: Whitney, Lucas & Courtney Hobbies: : Volleyball, Basketball, Shopping, Hanging out with my friends Career Aspirations: Sports Broadcaster

Major/Minor: Business Marketing Parent/Guardian Name(s): Dino & Tina Siblings‟ Names: Isabella, Donatella, & Daniella Hobbies: dancing with my friends, playing backyard volleyball with my sisters, reading fiction novels Career Aspirations: To become a Pharmaceutical Sales Rep

Favorite Quote: “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.”

Favorite Quote: “Speech may be musical, but silence is magical.”

Favorite Quote: “I know fear is an obstacle for some people, but it is an illusion to me . . . Failure always made me try harder next time.”

Angela McNulty “Red” #23 Junior RS 5-10 Newark, OH / Newark Catholic

Rachel Caja “Rach”, “Orange” #21 Junior MB 6-0 Lakewood ,OH / St Josephs

Brooke Sargent “Brooklyn” #24 Freshman RS 5-10 Waynesville ,OH / Clinton Massie

Major/Minor: Psychology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Jim & Mary Siblings‟ Names: John & Jessica Hobbies: volleyball, working out, and spending time with friends and family Career Aspirations: I am interested in going into Nutrition after graduation.

Major/Minor: Theology Parent/Guardian Name(s): Richard & Loretta Caja Siblings‟ Names: Johnny, Ashley, Mickey, Allie, MaryKate, Marty Hobbies: volleyball, basketball, and hanging out with people Career Aspirations: Theology teacher

Major/Minor: Business Management Parent/Guardian Name(s): Craig & Allison Siblings‟ Names: Tyler Hobbies: Volleyball, Basketball, Working Out, Boating Career Aspirations: Open a fitness center

Favorite Quote: Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you greater than any obstacle. --Christian D. Larson

Jennifer Mohney “Jenn” #25 Sophomore DS 5-8 Twinsburg, OH / Twinsburg

Major/Minor: Special Education Parent/Guardian Name(s): Mark & Kathleen Siblings‟ Names: Kimberly & Tara Hobbies: Being with family & friends Career Aspirations: To become an excellent teacher

Congratulations, Coach Stevens, on your 500th career win! We‟re so proud you‟re part of our

Sports Administration Program!

~ UC Sports Administration students and faculty ~

Good Luck Lora!!!

Go Golden Eagles!!!

Mom, Dad, Audrey & Mitchell

Cara, good luck in the conference finals. You've worked hard your whole volleyball

career to get to this point. I am so proud of you in all aspects of your life. Go Cara! Go Golden Eagles!!!

Love, Papa

Good luck Golden Eagles!

from the proud parents of the University of Charleston players

Erin,

Volleyball has been such an important part of your life for the last eleven years. The fun we have had and the memories we have made will last a lifetime! We are so very proud of you and all that you have accomplished, and the determination you have shown. We‟ll be cheering you on throughout this tournament, and through everything that you take on in the future! We love you!

Mom, Dad, and Morgan

Congratulations on a successful season. Keep up the hard work, and good luck in the tournament!

SPAD 325 – Sports Information/Media class

SPAD 325 – Sports Information/Media Class – Roster

Name Nickname Yr. Major Hometown Sport Hayden Annett “H” So. Sports Admin / Business Patland, Australia Croquet Lucas Catlett Catdaddy Jr. Sports Admin Caroline County, VA Pong Hassan Coleman Scooter Jr. Sports Admin Columbus, OH Hoola Hoop Xavier Drakeford “X” Sr. Sports Admin Ferrum, VA Horseshoes Kelsey Eby “Eby” Jr .Sports Admin Portland, OR Hide & Seek David Espinal “Espy” Sr. Sports Admin / Business Bradenton, FL Uneven Bars Ryan Foster “Ryno” Jr. Sports Admin Cincinnati, OH Juggling Synita Gates “Gates” So. Sports Admin Cleveland, OH Knitting Micah Hardesty “MJ” So. Communications/Sports Admin O’fallon, IL Quidditch Mallika Mali “Freshie” So. Sports Admin/Business Melbourne, Australia Curling Chris Maxwell “Max” Jr. Sports Admin Ft. Lauderdale, FL Corn Hole Kyle McCarty “Carty” Sr. Sports Admin Cincinnati, OH Sepak Takraw Marco Richardson “Big Meech” Sr. Sports Admin Canton, OH Bull Riding Samantha Smith “Sammie” Sr. Interior Design Manassas, VA Darts Ulysses Tobler, Jr. “Boobie” So. Sports Admin Green Cove Springs, FL Hopscotch

www.ucsportsadmin.com

This program proudly created by the University of Charleston Sports Administration Program‟s SPAD 325 – Sports Information/Media class.

Front to back: Mallika Mali, Hassan Coleman, Ulysses Tobler, Micah Hardesty, Kelsey Eby, Lucas Catlett, Kyle McCarty, Samantha Smith, Ryan Foster, Chris Maxwell, David Espinal, Hayden Annett, Marco Richardson Not pictured: Synita Gates, Xavier Drakeford