Charleston Volleyball 2009 Media Guide by Michelle Wells

Table of Contents University of Charleston Volleyball University of Charleston…………………………………........................3 Charleston Academics……………………………………………………………4 Charleston History…………………………………………………………………5 Athletic Facilities………………………………………………………………..6-7 President Dr. Ed Welch…………………………………..........................8 Athletics Director Tom Nozica………………………..........................9 Administration………………………………………….......................10-11 Athletics Department………………………………………………………….12 Hall of Fame………………………………………………………………………..13 Quick Facts………………………………………………………………………….14 Roster………………………………………………………………………………….15 2009 Season Preview……………………………………………………..16-19 2009 Golden Eagles Volleyball Head Coach Bren Stevens……………………….........................20-21 Assistant Coach Kelli Gora……………………………………………………22 Assistant Coach Amanda Ansell…………………………………………..23 Support Staff…………………………………………….............................24 Athletic Training Staff………………………………………………………….25 Volleyball Lingo…………………………………………………………………..26 Brittney Bills…………………………………………...........................28-29 Emmalee Luther……………………………………………………………..30-31 Ashley Douglas……………………………………………………………….32-33 Lora Goss………………………………………………..........................34-35 Malleri Hardison…………………………………………………………….36-37 Holly Sabatka………………………………………............................38-39 Chantal Hebron………………………………………………………………40-41 Cara Hibbs-Leyva…………………………………............................42-43 Tanya Ferguson……………………………………………………………….44-45 Laura Buckalew………………………………………………………………46-47 Brenna Youlton……………………………………………………………….48-49 Katie Williams…………………………………………………………………50-51 Ashlea Wallace……………………………………………………………….52-53 Lindsay Sankoff……………………………………………………………….54-55 Jasmine Howard….……………………………………………………......56-57 Kelsey Eby………………………………………………………………………58-59 Vivien Souders………………………………………………………………..60-61 2008 Season Review……………………………………………………………62 2007 Season Review……………………………………………………………63 2009 Season WVIAC Opponents………………………………………………………….64-65 Non-Conference Opponents…………………………………………..66-67 2009 Schedule……………………………………………………………….…...69 West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference………….70-72

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The University of Charleston The University of Charleston is located in the state capital of West Virginia amidst magnificent mountains and rivers. It has a panoramic view of the capitol building across the Kanawha River. Charleston, the capital of West Virginia, is easily accessible by air via Yeager Airport, by regional train and bus services, and by car via I-77, I-64 and I-79. Approximately 40 clubs and organizations are active on campus to engage you in Student Life. Beyond the campus, many students become active participants in the daily life of the Charleston community by taking advantage of an impressive array of work and entertainment options. Also, white water rafting, skiing, mountain climbing, and mountain biking are available within a onehour drive from the campus.

Students at the University of Charleston have the benefit of being in the capital city of West Virginia, with all the cultural and entertainment advantages that brings. At the same time, Charleston is a tranquil, small-city environment with easy access to the beautiful, rolling Appalachian Mountains. Charleston Volleyball 2009

University of Charleston Academics Beginning in 1995, the University of Charleston successfully developed a performance-based curriculum known as Learning Your Way. The focus is on student learning instead of faculty teaching. The curriculum requires students to be proficient in six areas deemed critical to a liberal arts education: citizenship, communication, creativity, critical thinking, ethical practice, and science. The University of Charleston approaches academics in a unique way and is now receiving national recognition to prove it. UC has 18 undergraduate majors with many areas of emphasis. UC also has three graduate programs in business and a doctoral program in Pharmacy.

Other undergraduate degrees take advantage of UCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s location in the capital city to provide meaningful internships. Within six months of graduation, 98 percent of the Class of 2009 were either in graduate school or employed in their fields of study. UC truly prepares students for the real world! Review our latest placement report.

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History of the University of Charleston

The University of Charleston was founded by the Southern Methodist denomination in 1888 as Barboursville Seminary in Barboursville, West Virginia, and became a college in 1889. In 1901, it was renamed Morris Harvey College in honor of a prominent donor. During the Great Depression, the college moved to Charleston to take advantage of the larger metropolitan area. As a result of the merger between the Methodist church North and South, the college disaffiliated from the denomination and Morris Harvey College became independent in 1942. From 1935 to 1947, the college was located in downtown Charleston, holding classes in several separate buildings. During these years, the college grew steadily, in part because of a merger with Kanawha Junior College and an affiliation with the Mason College of Fine Arts and Music. Recognizing the need for a unified campus, in 1947 construction of the present facilities began on the south bank of the Kanawha River. The Board of Trustees changed the name from Morris Harvey College to the University of Charleston on December 13, 1978. Today, the University still benefits from its location in the dynamic capital city and from the beauty of West Virginia's hills. Proximity to the seat of government, to the state's largest medical, commercial, and financial centers and to major research and manufacturing facilities provides excellent opportunities for experiential learning. The University serves the community as a focal point for numerous intellectual, scientific, cultural, athletic and civic events. These interactions between the University and the community are vital to the achievement of the University's mission. Charleston Volleyball 2009

The Gorman Physical Education Building and Eddie King Gymnasium

The Gorman Building houses an Olympic-sized swimming pool, fitness center, athletic training facilities, two racquetball courts and an auxiliary gym that is used for both varsity athletic practices and student recreation activities, including UC Intramural sports. The home of UC Women's Volleyball, Men and Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball, as well as the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame, Eddie King Gym has been the centerpiece of UC Athletics since opening in 1948.

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The Morrison Fitness Center

The Morrison Fitness Center opened in 2007. Students can enjoy working out on state-of-the-art machines. There are ellipticals, gazelles, bikes, free weights, and weight platforms. There is also a classroom for Zumba, Tae Kwon Do, and Cardio Kickboxing.

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President Dr. Ed Welch Dr. Edwin H. Welch is a native of Maryland and earned degrees from Western Maryland College, Boston University School of Theology, and Boston University Graduate School. He studied International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science and Higher Education Administration at the Harvard Institute for Educational Management. His Ph.D. is in Social Ethics and he is an ordained minister in the United Methodist Church. Dr. Welch has served as President of the University of Charleston since 1989. He has led the institution through a period of unprecedented change â&#x20AC;&#x201C; doubling full-time student enrollment, tripling the endowment, transforming its academic program to focus on student outcomes, becoming a national leader in student assessment, clarifying the institutionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission, constructing 6 of the 10 buildings on campus and adding a graduate school of pharmacy and a graduate school of business. Dr. Welch served in the Executive Office of the President at The White House from 1961 until 1971 during the administrations of Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon. He began his teaching and administrative career at West Virginia Wesleyan College. Dr. Welch was a department chair and Assistant Dean at Lebanon Valley College in Pennsylvania, the Academic Vice President at Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, and for eight years he served as the Provost at Wartburg College in Iowa. Charleston Volleyball 2009

Athletics Director Tom Nozica

Tom Nozica has been the Athletic Director at the University of Charleston for over ten years. He is the fifth Athletic Director since the University was renamed. Coach Nozica is a member of the University of Charleston Hall of Fame, a member of the induction class of 1990. Coach Nozica is also the Head Baseball Coach at UC and has also held the position of Head Men’s Soccer Coach. Under Coach Nozica’s leadership, the University of Charleston Athletic Department has reached new heights. The 1999 Men’s Soccer team reached the NCAA Final Four, becoming the first UC team to achieve such success and the 2005 and 2006 UC Women’s Basketball team reached the NCAA Elite Eight during his tenure as Athletic Driector. Coach Nozica helped resurrect the football program in 2003. Since the resurrection, the University of Charleston has purchased Charleston’s Laidley Field and renamed it University of Charleston Stadium. In 2005 a $1.4 million renovation was completed at University of Charleston Stadium, including the installation of a new field turf, construction of brand new locker rooms, and the renovation of an upgraded press box. Other athletic facilities have also seen extreme upgrades under Coach Nozica’s tenure as Athletic Director. In 2008 the construction of the University of Charleston Softball Field was completed. Triana Field underwent a $1.5 million renovation of its facilities under Coach Nozica.

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Administration Dr. Charles Stebbins Provost and Dean of Faculty B.S., United States Air Force Academy; M.S.and Ae.E., California Institute of Technology; Diploma, Northwestern Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kellogg Graduate School of Management; Ph.D., Colorado University. (2005-present) charlesstebbins@ucwv.edu Cleta M. Harless Vice President for Administration and Finance B.A.,B.S.,Marshall University; M.B.A., West Virginia University. (2001-present) cletaharless@ucwv.edu

Jennie O. Ferretti Vice President for Advancement B.A., University of Virginia J.D., University of Virginia (2004 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; present) jennieferretti@ucwv.edu

Alan Liebrecht Vice President for Enrollment B.A., Roanoke College (1993-97, 2008-present) alanliebrecht@ucwv.edu

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Administration Ben Beakes Director of Development B.A., University of Charleston (2009 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; present) benbeakes@ucwv.edu

Bethany Meighen Dean of Student Life B.A., University of Charleston, 2001 Masters in Human Resources Management, University of Charleston, 2005 bethanymeighen@ucwv.edu

Andy Spradling Director of Communications B.A., English West Virginia State University, 1995 B.A., History, WVSU 1995 andyspradling@ucwv.edu

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Athletics Department Bren Stevens Senior Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Administrator Head Volleyball Coach Ph.D., Lacrosse University M.S., Marshall University B.A.,University of Charleston brendastevens@ucwv.edu Georgeann Lilly-Barker Administrative Assistant georgeannlilly-barker@ucwv.edu

Sherry Winn NCAA Compliance Coordinator Head Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball Coach B.A., University of Charleston 1986 M.S., Ohio University 1988 sherrywinn@ucwv.edu

Dennis McMillen Faculty Athletic Representative Associate Professor of Business B.S., Morris Harvey College/University of Charleston 1975 M.B.A., Marshall University 1978 dennismcmillen@ucwv.edu

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Hall of Fame Since 1984, the University of Charleston has inducted individuals into the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame who have played a key role in contributing to the success of the institution's athletic program. Beginning in 1991 teams were eligible for special recognition in the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame. In 2001, the 1950-51 football team became the first team to be inducted into the Golden Eagles Sports Hall of Fame. The members of the Hall of Fame represent the highest standards of MHC/UC both on and off their respective fields of competition. Through their hard work and dedication, the University of Charleston continues to thrive athletically as the institution seeks to further its pursuits for regional and national dominance. The University of Charleston Hall of Fame Committee selects inductees for the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame through nominations and research of memorabilia. The committee has made every effort to select individuals who best represent the rich history and tradition of MHC-UC.

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University of Charleston Quick Facts General Information School Name…………………………………...................................................University of Charleston City/Zip…………………………………………………………………………………………....Charleston, WV/25304 Founded……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1888 Enrollment………………..………………………………………………………………………………………………...1385 Nickname……………………………………………………………………………………………………...Golden Eagles School Colors……………………………………………………………………………………………Maroon and Gold Home Court……………………..………………………………………………………………Eddie King Gymnasium Capacity………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2000 Affiliation………………………………………………………………………………………..…….……NCAA Division II Conference...................................West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WVIAC) President (Alma Mater)…………………………………Dr. Edwin Welch (Western Maryland College) Athletic Director (Alma Mater)……………………………………………………………..Thomas Nozica (UC) Senior Women’s Administrator………………………………………………………………..Bren Stevens (UC) University Website………………………………………………………………………………..……www.ucwv.edu

Team Information 2008 Overall Record…………….....………………………………………………………………………………….16-18 WVIAC Record………….…………………………………………………………………………………………………….7-8 Regular Season Finish………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….9th Home Record……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…9-3 Away Record………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7-13 Letterwinners Returning/Lost………………………………………………………………………………………...4/7 Starters Returning/Lost…………………………………………………………………………………………………..4/6 Newcomers………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9

Coaching Staff Head Coach……………………………………………………………Bren Stevens (University of Charleston) Career Division II Record…………………………………………………………………..448/169 16 years Assistant Coach……………………………………………………….…..Kelli Gora (University of Charleston) Year……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…5th Assistant Coach………………………………………………….Amanda Ansell (University of Charleston) Year…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4th Volleyball Intern……………………………………………………………………………………………….Kaitlyn Arick Volleyball Office Phone……………………………………………………………………………….(304)-357-4911 Athletic Trainer…………………………………………………………………………………………………..Erik Brown Strength and Conditioning Coach……….…………………………………………………………Tabitha Brown

Sports Information Andy Spradling Director of Communications (304)-357-4717 (304)-437-1712 (cell) www.ucwv.edu/athletics WVIAC website: www.wviac.org

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2009 UC Roster # Name Position

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1 Brittney Bills 2 Emmalee Luther 3 Ashley Douglas 4 Lora Goss 5 Malleri Hardison 6 Holly Sabatka 7 Chantal Hebron 8 Cara Hibbs-Leyva 9 Tanya Ferguson 10 Laura Buckalew 11 Brenna Youlton 12 Katie Williams 13 Ashlea Wallace 15 Lindsay Sankoff 16 Jasmine Howard 20 Kelsey Eby 21 Vivien Souders

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So Jr Fr So Fr Fr Jr So Sr Sr, Fr. So. So. Sr. So. Fr. So.

Findlay, OH Fort Pierce, FL Amherstburg, ON, Canada Birmingham, AL Uniontown, PA Highlands Ranch, CO Lexington Park, MD San Diego, CA Alachua, FL Charleston, WV Chatham, ON, Canada Gettysburg, PA Winfield, WV Elkview, WV Stockton, CA Portland, OR Philadelphia, PA

OH/DS MH DS RS OH DS/Libero OH MH MH MH MH S L/DS DS MH S OH

2009 Alphabetical Roster Brittney Bills Laura Buckalew Ashley Douglas Kelsey Eby Tanya Ferguson Lora Goss Malleri Hardison Chantal Hebron Cara Hibbs-Leyva Jasmine Howard Emmalee Luther Holly Sabakta Lindsay Sankoff Vivien Souders Ashlea Wallace Katie Williams Brenna Youlton

#1 #10 #3 #20 #9 #4 #5 #7 #8 #16 #2 #6 #15 #21 #13 #12 #11

Head Coach: Bren Stevens Asst. Coach: Kelli Gora Asst. Coach: Amanda Ansell Strength Coach: Tabitha Brown Head Athletic Trainer: Erik Brown Student Athletic Trainers: Mandy Faunda, Corey Reukert, Lane Catlett Volleyball Intern: Kaitlyn Arick

Credits: This media guide was created by Laura Buckalew for SPAD 325. It was published by Staples in South Charleston, WV. Photos courtesy of Russ Miller, Chip Ellis, Rachel Bush, Ashley Nicholson, Shari Garnes, and Xavier Drakeford

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2009 Season Preview Bren Stevens will begin her seventeenth season as the head coach for the University of Charleston and she couldn't be happier. "Last season was difficult for me, my staff and the players," stated Stevens. The team faced some adversity due to some serious season-ending injuries that sidelined three prospective starters. However, there is always light at the end of the tunnel and Coach Stevens thinks the decision to red-shirt two players last season will prove to enhance the team's overall ability and should add greater depth in every single position. First of all, Coach Stevens returns her entire staff of coaches. "Coach Kelli Gora is the 'good cop' who spends a vast amount of time bolstering the self-esteem of the entire squad," states Coach Bren. "Kelli is a true competitor both on and off the court and she loves counseling and supporting our athletes. I am blessed to have her as a part of my staff." The Lady Eagles also return Coach Amanda Ansell as a part-time assistant coach. Amanda teaches full-time at Piedmont Elementary in Charleston. "Coach Ansell is an intense coach who brings a plethora of knowledge to the development of the mental aspects of the game of volleyball. As well, I am fortunate to have Michael Sankoff on our staff as a volunteer coach and he brings a sense of stability, spirituality and passion to our program," says Stevens. She further asserts that many years ago she attended a clinic in Madison, Wisconsin and a speaker discussed the importance of surrounding yourself with a loyal staff that compliments your weaknesses. "I believe that I have put together such a staff," states Stevens.

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Setters: The Golden Eagles return Freshman Player of the Year, Katie Williams at the setting position. According to her coach, "Katie is very quick and has the ability to turn a game around very rapidly. She understands the importance of playing good defense and moving the ball around to as many different hitters as possible." Newly signed freshman setter Kelsey Eby is from Portland, Oregon, and she will bring a strong sense of command and calmness to the floor. "I am expecting Kelsey to contribute right away to our program and her setting style truly compliments Katie's," states Stevens. . Middle Hitter: The Lady Eagles are fortunate to return Laura Buckalew (Buck) to the position of middle hitter. Buck was named to the 2008 WVIAC All-tournament team last season. Along with Buck, Cara HibbsLeyva is expected to see some action on the floor this year. Cara is retuning back to the team after undergoing shoulder surgery, but the prognosis looks great for a full recovery. Jasmine Howard also returns to play after a red-shirt year last fall. Jasmine has superb hops and a very quick arm swing. We expect to see a dramatic increase in our team's hitting power with Jasmine in the middle hitting position. The Lady Eagles signed junior college transfer Emmalee Luther from Florida and she possesses a keen sense of awareness on the court and her leadership abilities should prove to be very beneficial to our team. Coach Bren was also excited to sign freshman middle hitter, Brenna Youlton

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"Brenna is from Ontario, Canada and she has a very powerful swing and she is extremely focused on the court. I am looking forward to working with her over the next four years," says Stevens. Outside Hitters: The team returns and has signed a number of new athletes who will have the opportunity to play in the positions of left-side and right-side hitters. Lora Goss is a sophomore player who saw a great deal of time playing in the right-side hitting position last season. "I believe Lora was the player on our team who improved the most last year and she will prove to be a strong blocking force. Tanya Ferguson was a starting middle hitter for most of last season, but we trained her to play as a left-side hitter due to the fact that she possesses very solid defensive skills," says Stevens. Vivien Souders will also return to the Lady Eagles after overcoming a serious stress fracture last season. Vivien improved tremendously during the spring season and her ability to move the ball around the floor should prove to be very beneficial to the Golden Eagles. Brittney Bills is another returner and her greatest strengths lie in her ability to play defense. Says Stevens, "I believe that Britt is the true definition of a utility player and I expect her to push her teammates on the court for playing time." The Lady Eagles also signed junior college player Chantal (Chay) Hebron from Maryland. "Chay is very athletic and has a phenomenal jump. I am looking forward to working with such a gifted athlete. Malleri Hardison is another exceptional athlete and perhaps is the best passer that we have on serve receive," states Stevens. She is from Pittsburg, PA. Both players had great club seasons last year and their ability to place the ball into the empty zone on their opponent's court should prove to be very helpful.

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Defensive Specialists and Liberos: This year’s squad has a total of six defensive specialists and liberos. The team returns senior Lindsay Sankoff, a local player from Capital High School. Lindsay is a solid passer and her best attribute is her leadership ability both on and off the court. Ashlea Wallace is new to the volleyball team this year, but just recently completed her first season as a player on the UC softball team. She is a local walk-on player from Winfield, WV, and is a “sponge” when it comes to new learning new skills on the court. Holly Sabatka is from Lone Tree, CO, and she is an outside hitter who is now focusing on the defensive side of the game. "I expect Sarah, Holly and Ashlea to make great strides this season as they have time to develop their defensive and serve receive skills,” Coach Stevens states. Finally, rounding out the list of defensive specialists and liberos is Ashley Douglas. "Ashley is extremely quick and is a very dynamic libero who reads her opponent’s offensive tactics quite well. Ashley is from Ontario, Canada and we expect her to spend a significant amount of time on the court for our team," says Coach Stevens.

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Head Coach Bren Stevens Seventeenth Year . Hometown: Boston, MA . University of Charleston, 1981 Entering her seventeenth season at the helm of the University of Charleston Volleyball Program, Dr. Bren Stevens has firmly established herself as the most successful coach in Lady Eagle volleyball history. Stevens has raised a once struggling program up from the lower echelons to unprecedented heights and national recognition within NCAA II. Last season Stevens led UC to a seventh national appearance in the NCAA II Volleyball Championships.

Now with an overall record of 432-151 (.740), in sixteen years of collegiate coaching, Bren is considered to be one of the top coaches in the WVIAC conference. Bren is ranked 15th on the active list of winning percentages by Head Coaches at the NCAA II level. Coach Stevens was appointed to the NCAA Volleyball Rules Committee in 2003 and she served as the Division II liaison for a four-year period. Behind Stevens’ leadership the Lady Eagles have placed themselves among college volleyball’s elite, not only qualifying for seven NCAA Tournament appearances during the eleven years that the WVIAC has been a member of NCAA II. The Lady Eagles advanced to the round of the “Sweet Sixteen” in 1998. Coach Stevens has been very active in her role as a leader by serving on NCAA Regional Advisory Committees for the Great Lakes and Atlantic Regions. Bren currently serves as the WVIAC liaison to the American Volleyball Coaches Association. Bren Stevens also serves in the role of Associate Director of Athletics and as an Assistant Professor within the Division of Business for the University of Charleston. Coach Stevens is an avid scuba diver and enjoys playing the piano. Coach Stevens reached another milestone when she had the opportunity to watch her first player (Stacey Cannon) from Milwaukie, Oregon be inducted into the UC Hall of Fame on October 11, 2008. Charleston Volleyball 2009 20

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Assistant Coach Kelli Gora Eighth Year . Hometown: Columbus, OH . University of Charleston, 2006 A key component and a veteran of the University of Charleston volleyball coaching staff is sixth year assistant Kelli Gora. Coach Gora played four years for the University of Charleston in both the setting and defensive specialist positions. Kelli is responsible for many facets of the UC Volleyball Program, including recruiting, study table sessions, making travel arrangements and scouting. “No one works harder than Kelli. Besides being a very solid recruiter, she is a true competitor both on and off the court,” said Stevens. Kelli has been affiliated with the University of Charleston volleyball program for a ten-year period as both a player and a coach. In addition to her coaching duties Kelli works as a certified Athletic Trainer for the University of Charleston. Kelli graduated with honors from the University of Charleston with a degree in Sports Medicine and she was also a member of the elite Welch Colleague Program. Coach Gora is involved with teaching mentoring classes for UC. Kelli is currently enrolled in a Master’s of Science degree program at Marshall University. Coach Kelli is married to Dave Gora and they have two children Chase and Camden.

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Assistant Coach Amanda Ansell Fourth Year . Hometown: Barboursville, WV . University of Charleston, 2003 Coach Ansell had a stellar career as a volleyball player for the University of Charleston. During her senior year she was named to the WVIAC FirstTeam All-Conference squad. Amanda was an outstanding outside hitter that possessed a huge vertical jump which allowed her to be a significant factor on offense for the Lady Eagles. Amanda works extremely hard as a “training” coach for the Lady Eagles. She is involved with the team on the court in skill sessions as well as working with the UC Volleyball Program in enhancing their strength and conditioning levels. “I am very pleased to have Coach Ansell as a part of our staff,” said Stevens. Coach Ansell is an exceptional teacher at Piedmont Elementary School in Kanawha County. She received national recognition in 2007-08 for putting together a special educational program for NASA. Amanda will begin her 8th year with the UC Volleyball Program, in which she played for a fouryear period of time and will now begin her fourth season as a member of the UC coaching staff.

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Charleston Volleyball Support Staff Tabitha Brown Strength and Conditioning Coach Tabitha is a Charleston native. She graduated from Fair Haven Christian School and now works at the Rite Aid Warehouse where she has been employed for thirteen and a half years. She enjoys lifting weights, playing softball, and watching football.

Kaitlyn Arick Volleyball Intern Kaitlyn is a senior at the University of Charleston. She is majoring in business Administration and Sports Administration. She is also the captain of the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball team. She is from Canton, Ohio.

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University of Charleston Athletic Training Volleyball Athletic Trainer: Erik Brown DePaul University 2006 B.S., Athletic Training

Student Athletic Trainers:

Corey Reuckert

Mandy Faunda

Lane Catlett

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Volleyball Lingo Set: one game to 25 points Match: best of 5 sets Kill: Hit for a point KPS: Kill per set E: Hitting error (hitting out of bounds or in the net) TA: Total attempts/swings Pct: Hitting Percentage A: Assist/set for hitterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kill APS: Assist per set SA: Service Ace SAPS: Service Ace Per Set SE: Service Error (when a serve goes out of bounds or in the net) RE: Receive Error (serve reception error) Digs: Dig from a hitterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attempt DPS: Digs Per Set BS: Block Solo (one person blocking) BA: Block Assist (two or more blocking) TB: Total Blocks (over career) BPS: Blocks Per Set BE: Blocking Error (blocker gets in the net) BHE: Ball Handling Error (two-hits, illegal contact with ball)

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# 1 Brittney Bills 5’9” . Sophomore . Outside Hitter/DS . Findlay, OH . Major: Biology

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: 129 Kills: 4 KPS: .03 E: 11 TA: 66 Pct: -.106 A: 19 APS: .15 SA: 19 SAPS: .15 SE: 24 RE: 28 Digs: 267 DPS: 2.07 BS: 0 BA: 0 TB: 0 BPS: 0 BE: 0 BHE: 11

Up Close With Brittney Favorite Ice Cream: Strawberry Top 5 Songs on iPod: Very Last Country Song Cowgirls Don’t Cry Without You Does He Do It Stay Warm-up Ritual: HAVE to play with gum Actress to play you in a movie: Kate Bosworth Favorite Vacation Spot: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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# 2 Emmalee Luther 5’9” . Junior . Middle Hitter . Fort Pierce, FL . Major: Elementary Education

Career Statistics at UC:* GP: 100 KPG: 2.510 BPG: .460 APG: .100 DPG: 1.950 Aces PG: .240

*-Emmalee is a Junior College transfer from South Florida Community College. 2009 is Emmalee’s first season at UC. No UC Statistics available

Up Close With Emmalee

Favorite Food: Fried Chicken Favorite Clothing Store: Charlotte Russe Favorite Singer: Lil’ Wayne Where are you most likely to be found on campus? Cafeteria/ CT Nicknames: Emm and Bugs

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# 3 Ashley Douglas 5’7” . Freshman . Libero/DS . Ontario, Canada . Major: Physical Education

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: * Kills: * KPS: * E: * TA: * Pct: * A: * APS: * SA: * SAPS: * SE: * RE: * Digs: * DPS: * BS: * BA: * TB: * BPS: * BE: * BHE: *

Up Close With Ashley Favorite Soft Drink: Dr. Pepper Favorite Author: Mitch Albom Favorite Movie: Into the Blue Favorite Vacation Spot: Turks and Caicos Top 5 Songs on iPod: Tonight Twisted Hero Ransom Weightless

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# 4 Lora Goss 5’10” . Sophomore . Opposite Hitter . Birmingham, AL . Major: English Education

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: 128 Kills: 223 KPS: 1.74 E: 107 TA: 665 Pct: .174 A: 24 APS: .19 SA: 41 SAPS: .32 SE: 36 RE: 35 Dig: 145 DPS: 1.13 BS: 4 BA: 31 TB: 35 BPS: .27 BE: 3 BHE: 9

Up Close With Lora Favorite Drink: Hot Chocolate Top 5 Songs on iPod: Damn Girl You Belong With Me Check Yes, Juliet Hands Down The First Cut is the Deepest Favorite Food: Any dessert Favorite Holiday: Halloween What Super Power Would You Want: Telekinesis

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# 5 Malleri Hardison 5’10” . Freshman . Outside Hitter . Uniontown, PA . Major: Accounting

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: * Kills: * KPS: * E: * TA: * Pct: * A: * APS: * SA: * SAPS: * SE: * RE: * Digs: * DPS: * BS: * BA: * TB: * BPS: * BE: * BHE: *

Up Close With Malleri Favorite Color: Pink Favorite Animal: Dog Favorite Book: L.A. Candy Favorite Vacation Spot: Miami, FL Favorite Season: Summer

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# 6 Holly Sabatka 5’9” . Freshman . Libero/DS . Highlands Ranch, CO . Major: Business Administration

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: * Kills: * KPS: * E: * TA: * Pct: * A: * APS: * SA: * SAPS: * SE: * RE: * Digs * DPS: * BS: * BA: * TB: * BPS: * BE: * BHE: *

Up Close With Holly Favorite Song: Tonight- FM Static Favorite Vegetable: Banana Peppers Favorite Sport to Watch: Basketball Favorite Vacation Spot: Hawaii What actress would play you in a movie? Sandra Bullock

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# 7 Chantal Hebron 5’9” . Junior . Outside Hitter . Lexington Park, MD . Major: Physical Education

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: 135 Kills: 472 KPS: 3.50 E: 123 TA: 951 Pct: .367 A: 5 APS: .04 SA: 39 SAPS: .289 SE: 46 Digs: 213 BS: 17 BA: 42 TB: 59

Up Close With Chay Favorite Food: Shrimp Favorite Animal: Boxer Favorite Book: Just For The Record

Favorite Holiday: Christmas Favorite Class: Art History

*- Chay is a Junior College transfer from Maryland Community College. 2009 is Chay’s first season at UC. No UC Statistics available Charleston Volleyball 2009

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# 8 Cara Hibbs-Leyva 5’11” . Sophomore . Opposite Hitter . San Diego, CA . Major: Communications

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: 69 Kills: 87 KPS: 1.26 E: 69 TA: 351 Pct: -.051 A: 8 APS: .12 SA: 16 SAPS: .23 SE: 19 RE: 6 Digs: 29 DPS: .42 BS: 1 BA: 32 TB: 33 BPS: .48 BE: 6 BHE: 3

Up Close With Cara Favorite Ice Cream: Vanilla Favorite Food: Mexican Favorite Color: Yellow Favorite Vacation Spot: Lake Havasu, AZ Favorite Vegetable: Avacado

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# 9 Tanya Ferguson 5’10” . Senior . Opposite Hitter . Alachua, FL . Major: Business Administration

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: 121 Kills: 142 KPS: 1.17 E: 89 TA: 481 Pct: .110 A: 6 APS: .05 SA: 19 SAPS: .16 SE: 30 RE: 1 Dig: 74 DPS: .61 BS: 13 BA: 36 TB: 49 BPS: .40 BE: 7 BHE: 5

Up Close With Tanya Favorite Ice Cream: Dulce de Leche Favorite Food: Mexican

Favorite Clothing Store: Buckle Favorite Fruit: Kiwi Where are you most likely to be found on campus? Gym or CT

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# 10 Laura Buckalew 6’0” . Senior . Middle Hitter . Charleston, WV . Business and Sports Administrations

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: 160 Kills: 231 KPS: 1.46 E: 98 TA: 697 Pct: .209 A: 9 APS: .05 SA: 2 SAPS: .06 SE: 2 RE: 8 Digs: 36 DPS: .26 BS: 55 BA: 129 TB: 174 BPS: 1.23 BE: 16 BHE: 4

Up Close With Buck Favorite Drink: CranGrape Favorite Ice Cream: Mint Chocolate Chip Favorite Vacation Spot: Hilton Head Island Favorite Movie: Goonies Top 5 Songs on iPod: Only Fooling Myself It’s Only Life Shine California Love Southern Voice

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# 11 Brenna Youlton 5’11” . Freshman . Middle Hitter . Ontario, Canada . Major: Physical Education

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: * Kills: * KPS: * E: * TA: * Pct: * A: * APS: * SA: * SAPS: * SE: * RE: * Digs: * DPS: * BS: * BA: * TB: * BPS: * BE: * BHE: *

Up Close With Brenna Favorite Animal: Elephant Favorite Book: To Kill A Mockingbird Top 5 Songs on iPod: Do Your Thang So Fine My Cookie Salute Down What actress would play you in a movie? Jennifer Aniston Nicknames: B, Bren, BrenBren and Canada

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# 12 Katie Williams 5’4” . Sophomore . Setter . Gettysburg, PA . Major: Sports Administration

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: 130 Kills: 83 KPS: .64 E: 23 TA: 288 Pct: .208 A: 874 APS: 6.72 SA: 38 SAPS: .29 SE: 33 RE: 0 Digs: 331 DPS: 2.55 BS: 4 BA: 13 TB: 17 BPS: .13 BE: 2 BHE: 12

Up Close With Katie Favorite Animal: Ferret Favorite Clothing Store: Forever 21 Favorite Vacation Spot: Nags Head, NC Favorite Fruit: Mango Favorite Drink: Green Tea

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# 13 Ashlea Wallace 5’1” . Sophomore . Libero/DS . Winfield, WV. Major: Sports Administration

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: * Kills: * KPS: * E: * TA: * Pct: * A: * APS: * SA: * SAPS: * SE: * Digs: * RE: * BS: * BA: * TB: * BPS: * BE: * BHE: * *2008 is Ashlea’s first year on the volleyball team, she also plays for the softball team

Up Close With Ashlea Favorite Clothing Store: American Eagle Favorite Place to Shop: Target Favorite Movie: The Holiday Favorite Music Group: Lady Antebellum

Favorite Sport to Watch: Football

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# 15 Lindsay Sankoff 5’7” . Senior . Defensive Specialist . Elkview, WV . Major: Public Policy and History

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: 12 Kills: 1 KPS: .17 E: 1 TA: 3 Pct: .03 A: * APS: * SA: 7 SAPS: 1.17 SE: 5 RE: 2 Digs: 19 DPS: .175 BS: 0 BA: 0 TB: 0 BPS: 0 BE: 0 BHE: 2

Up Close With Lindsay Favorite Drink: Coffee Favorite Book: Twilight saga Favorite Music: Indie, Alternative, Reggae Favorite Animal: Panda Bear

Where are you most likely to be found on campus? Library

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# 16 Jasmine Howard 5’11” . Freshman . Middle Hitter . Stockton, CA . Major: Art

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: * Kills: * KPS: * E: * TA: * Pct: * A: * APS: * SA: * SAPS: * SE: * RE: * Digs: * DPS: * BS: * BA: * TB: * BPS: * BE: * BHE: *

Up Close With Jasmine Favorite Class: Art Favorite Clothing Store: Pac Sun Favorite Vacation Spot: Panama City, FL Favorite Singer: Keyshia Cole What actress would play you in a movie? Sanaa Lathan

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#20 Kelsey Eby 5’11” . Freshman . Setter . Portland OR . Major: Nursing

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: * Kills: * KPS: * E: * TA: * Pct: * A: * APS: * SA: * SAPS: * SE: * RE: * Digs: * DPS: * BS: * BA: * TB: * BPS: * BE: * BHE: *

Up Close With Kelsey Favorite Food: Mom’s cooking

Favorite Author: John Wooden Favorite Book: The Last Lecture Favorite Movie: Stand By Me Nicknames: Ebs, Eby, Abu, Kels, Oregon Girl

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#21 Vivien Souders 5’10” . Freshman . Outside Hitter . Philadelphia, PA . Major: Television Production

Career Statistics at UC: Sets: * Kills: * KPS: * E: * TA: * Pct: * A: * APS: * SA: * SAPS: * SE: * RE: * Digs: * DPS: * BS: * BA: * TB: * BPS: * BE: * BHE: *

Up Close With Vivien Favorite Ice Cream: Phillies Grand Slam Favorite Season: Fall/Spring Favorite Sport to Watch: Baseball Favorite Vacation Spot: Jersey Shore Pregame Ritual: Dancing on the sidelines and jump side to side like a boxer

Charleston Volleyball 2009

2008 Season Review Date 8.28.08 8.29.08 8.30.08 9.5.08 9.5.08 9.6.09 9.6.08 9.10.08 9.12.08 9.12.08 9.13.08 9.13.08 9.16.08 9.19.08 9.23.08 9.25.08 9.27.08 10.1.08 10.3.08 10.7.08 10.14.08 10.17.09 10.18.08 10.18.08 10.22.08 10.24.08 10.27.08 10.29.08 11.1.08 11.3.08 11.5.08 11.7.08 11.13.08 11.13.08

Opponent Metro State, CO St. Martins (WA) Hawaii-Hilo Pace (NY) Augusta State (GA) Northern Kentucky Chowan (NC) Urbana St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Valdosta St. Newberry College USC-Aiken Salem International Fairmont State Seton Hill Shepherd Bluefield College Ohio Valley Davis & Elkins West Virginia State Concord Mercyhurst (PA) Shippensburg (PA) California (PA) Wheeling Glenville West Virginia Wesleyan Bluefield State Pitt-Johnstown Bluefield College West Liberty Alderson- Broaddus Glenville Wheeling

All Tournament Team- WVIAC Tournament Laura Buckalew

Honorable Mention- ALL WVIAC Katie Williams All Freshman Team and Freshman of the Year Katie Williams

Location Hilo, HI Hilo, HI Hilo, HI Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Urbana, OH Aiken, SC Aiken, SC Aiken, SC Aiken, SC Charleston, WV Fairmont, WV Greensburg, Pa Charleston, WV Bluefield, VA Charleston, WV Elkins, WV Institute, WV Charleston, WV Wheeling, WV Wheeling, WV Wheeling, WV Wheeling, WV Glenville, WV Buckhannon, WV Bluefield, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV West Liberty, WV Philippi, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV

Results L 0-3 L 1-3 L 1-3 W 3-1 W3-2 L 0-3 W 3-0 W 3-2 L 1-3 L 2-3 W 3-1 L 0-3 W 3-0 W 3-1 L 2-3 L 2-3 W 3-2 W 3-0 L 2-3 L 0-3 W 3-1 L 2-3 W 3-2 L 0-3 L 0-3 L 0-3 L 1-3 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-1 L 0-3 W 3-0 L 0-3

Overall record: 16-18 Vs. Conference Teams: 7-8 Home Matches: 8-4 Away Matches: 5-7 Neutral Matches: 3-7 Final Standing: Tied for 9th Charleston Volleyball 2009

2007 Season Review Date

Opponent

Location

Results

8.24.07 8.24.07 8.25.07 8.25.07 8.31.07 8.31.07 9.1.07 9.1.07 9.6.07 9.7.07 9.7.07 9.8.07 9.8.07 9.10.07 9.19.07 9.21.07 9.22.07 9.25.07 10.2.07 10.4.07 10.5.07 10.5.07 10.6.07 10.6.07 10.11.07 10.12.07 10.15.07 10.17.07 10.19.07 10.23.07 10.25.07 10.26.07 10.30.07 11.2.07 11.3.07 11.8.07 11.9.07 11.10.07 11.10.07 11.15.07

Chadron State Indianapolis (IN) Western State Colorado Christian North Greenville (SC) Tusculum (TN) Kentucky Wesleyan Lander (SC) Findlay (OH) East Stroudsburg (PA) Wayne State (MI) Bowie State (MD) Johnson C. Smith (NC) Alderson-Broaddus Davis & Elkins Seton Hill Shepherd West Virginia State Concord Bluefield State Slippery Rock (PA) Indiana (PA) California (PA) Shippensburg (PA) Salem International Pitt Johnstown Concord Bluefield State Fairmont State Ohio Valley Wheeling Glenville West Virginia State West Virginia Wesleyan West Liberty Salem International Glenville West Virginia Wesleyan Wheeling Grand Valley State

Lakewood, CO Lakewood, CO Lakewood, CO Lakewood, CO Jefferson City, TN Jefferson City, TN Jefferson City, TN Jefferson City, TN Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Greensburg, PA Shepherdstown, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Bluefield, WV Wheeling, WV Wheeling, WV Wheeling, WV Wheeling, WV Charleston, WV Johnstown, PA Athens, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Vienna, WV Charleston, WV Glenville, WV Institute, WV Buckhannon, WV Charleston, WV WVIAC Tournament WVIAC Tournament WVIAC Tournament WVIAC Tournament NCAA D II Regionals

L 1-3 L 0-3 W 3-1 W 3-2 W 3-0 L 1-3 W 3-2 L 2-3 L 0-3 W 3-1 L 2-3 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-1 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-2 W 3-2 L 1-3 L 0-3 W 3-0 W 3-1 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-0 L 2-3 W 3-1 L 2-3 L 0-3 W 3-0 W 3-0 W 3-2 W 3-0 W 3-2 L 0-3

Overall: 28-12 Vs. Conference Teams: 15-3 Home Matches:11-3 Away Matches: 8-3 Neutral:9-6 Final Standing- 3rd

All Tournament Team- WVIAC Tournament Becca LaBrake Katy Skelley Jami Turrill

1st Team All WVIAC Becca LaBrake Katy Skelley

Honorable Mention-All WVIAC Jami Turrill

2nd Team- All WVIAC Roslyn Adams All Freshman Team & Freshman of the Year Jami Turrill

Player of the Year Katy Skelley

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West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Schools Alderson Broaddus College Location: Philippi, WV Enrollment: 800 Mascot: Battlers Sports Information Director: Patrick McGinnis Head Coach: Carrie Bodkins Venue: Rex Pyles Arena Years in WVIAC: 77

Davis and Elkins College Location: Elkins, WV Enrollment: 710 Mascot: Senators Sports Information Director: Jason Asbell Head Coach: Latonia Allen Venue: The McDonnell Center Years in WVIAC: 85

Bluefield State College

Fairmont State University

Location: Bluefield, WV Enrollment: Mascot: Big Blues Sports Information Director: Erik Guyton Head Coach: Katherine Ward Venue: Ned Shott Physical Education Building Years in WVIAC: 54

Location: Fairmont, WV Enrollment: 4167 Mascot: Falcons Sports Information Director: Adam Zundell Head Coach: Larry Hill Venue: Joe Retton Arena Years in WVIAC: 85

Concord University

Glenville State College

Location: Athens, WV Enrollment: 2735 Mascot: Mountain Lions Sports Information Director: Joey Fama Head Coach: Kate Southcott Venue: Carter Center Years in WVIAC: 85

Location: Glenville, WV Enrollment: 1932 Mascot: Pioneers Sports Information Director: Jonathan Griffin Head Coach: Camai Roberson Venue: Years in WVIAC: 85

Ohio Valley University Location: Vienna, WV Enrollment: 582 Mascot: Fighting Scots Sports Information Director: Brianne Lodato Head Coach: Paul Jacoby Venue: Snyder Activity Center Years in WVIAC: 10 Charleston Volleyball 2009

West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Schools University of PittsburghJohnstown Location,: Johnstown, PA Enrollment: 3050 Mascot: Mountain Cats Sports Information Director: Chris Caputo Head Coach: Linda Renzi Venue: Zamias Aquatic Center Years in WVIAC: 3

West Virginia State University Location: Institute, WV Enrollment: 3344 Mascot: Yellow Jackets Sports Information Directors: Sean McAndrews & John Simms Head Coach: Shannon Gerencir Venue: Flemming Hall Years in WVIAC: 54

Seton Hill University

West Virginia Wesleyan College

Location: Greensburg, PA Enrollment: 2093 Mascot: Griffins Sports Information Director: Jason Greene Head Coach: Rick Hall Venue: Katherine Mabis McKenna Center Years in WVIAC: 3

Location: Buckhannon, WV Enrollment: 1275 Mascot: Bobcats Sports Information Director: Duane Carpenter Head Coach: Jackie Murphy Venue: John D. Rockefeller IV PE Center Years in WVIAC: 85

Shepherd University

Wheeling Jesuit University

Location: Sherpherdstown, WV Enrollment: 4091 Mascot: Rams Sports Information Director: Chip Ransom Head Coach: Sarah Smith Venue: Butcher Athletic Center Years in WVIAC: 85

Location: Wheeling, WV Enrollment: 1061 Mascot: Cardinals Sports Information Director: Brian Dennison Head Coach: Christy Brenner Venue: Alma Grace McDonough Health & Recreation Center Years in WVIAC: 52

West Liberty University Location: West Liberty, WV Enrollment: 2400 Mascot: Hilltoppers Sports Information Director: Matt Watson Head Coach: Brooke Turner Venue: ASRC Years in WVIAC: 85 Charleston Volleyball 2009

Non-Conference Opponents Lees McRae University

Marshall University

Location,: Banner Elk, NC Enrollment: 900 Mascot: Bobcats Sports Information Director: Kevin Young Head Coach: James Petrik Venue: Williams Physical Education Center Conference: Conference Carolinas

Location: Huntington, WV Enrollment: 13,584 Mascot: Thundering Herd Sports Information Director: Randy Burnside Head Coach: Mitch Jacobs Venue: Cam Henderson Center Conference: USA

Texas A & M Kingsville

University of Alabama-Huntsville

Location: Kingsville, TX Enrollment: 6,200 Mascot: Javelinas Sports Information Director: Shane Meling Head Coach: Shannon Alvarado Venue: Steinke Center Conference: Lonestar

Location: Huntsville, AL Enrollment: 7,200 Mascot: Chargers Sports Information Director: Antoine Bell Head Coach: Laura Taube Venue: Spragins Hall Conference: Gulf Coast

Lincoln Memorial University

UNC Pembroke

Location: Harrogate, TN Enrollment: 3,948 Mascot: Railsplitters Sports Information Director: Rusty Peace Head Coach: Mike Smith Venue: Mars Gymnasium Conference: South Atlantic

Location: Pembroke, NC Enrollment:6,661 Mascot: Braves Sports Information Director: Todd Anderson Head Coach: Jeff Billington Venue: English E. James Center Conference: Peach Belt

Carson Newman College

Lenoir-Rhyne University

Location: Jefferson City, TN Enrollment: 2,206 Mascot: Eagles Sports Information Director: Zeke Beam Head Coach: Shannon Mincey Venue: Holt Fieldhouse Conference: South Atlantic

Location: Hickory, NC Enrollment: 1,682 Mascot: Bears Sports Information Director: John Karrs Head Coach: Dave Markland Venue: Shuford Memorial Gymnasium Conference: South Atlantic Charleston Volleyball 2009

Non-Conference Opponents Francis Marion University

Wilmington College

Location: Florence, SC Enrollment: 4,000 Mascot: Patriots Sports Information Director: Michael Hawkins Head Coach: Paul MacDonald Venue: Smith University Center Conference: Peach Belt

Location: Wilmington, OH Enrollment: 1,192 Mascot: Quakers Sports Information Director: Jeff Hibbs Head Coach: Jan Tobe Venue: Fred Raizk Arena Conference: Ohio Athletic

Bluefield College

Urbana University

Location: Bluefield, VA Enrollment: 850 Mascot: Rams Sports Information Director: Chris Shoemaker Head Coach: Jaime Bowman Venue: Dome Gymnasium Conference: Appalahian (NAIA)

Location: Urbana, OH Enrollment: 1,500 Mascot: Blue Knights Sports Information Director: Chris Anders Head Coach: Wendy Cromer Venue: Warner G. Grimes Center Gymnasium Conference: Independent

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Lemoyne Owen College

Location: Owensboro, KY Enrollment: 862 Mascot: Panthers Sports Information Director: Roy Pickerill Head Coach: Dale White Venue: Jones Gymnasium Conference: Great Lakes Valley

Location: Memphis, TN Enrollment: 854 Mascot: Magicians Sports Information Director: Jerry Dover Jr Head Coach: Eneka Burks Venue: C. Arthur Bruce Hall Conference: Southern Intercollegiate

Pace University

Stillman University

Location: New York, NY Enrollment: 13,500 Mascot: Setters Sports Information Director: John Tagliaferri Head Coach: Dan Altro Venue: Goldstein Health and Fitness Center Conference: Northeast

Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Enrollment: 1,100 Mascot: Tigers Sports Information Director: Frederick Franklin Head Coach: N/A Venue: Birthright Hall Conference: Southern Intercollegiate Charleston Volleyball 2009

Jasmine Howard Malleri Hardison Vivien Souders

Katie Williams, Malleri Hardison, Tanya Ferguson, Chay Hebron, Emmalee Luther, Coach Stevens

Katie Williams

Brittney Bills, Laura Buckalew, Malleri Hardison, Kelsey Eby, Jasmine Howard

Charleston Volleyball 2009

2009 Schedule Date

Opponent

Time

Location

8.28-8.29 9.2 9.4-9.5 9.9 9.11-9.12 9.17 9.19 9.22 9.26 9.29 10.5 10.7 10.9-10.10 10.13 10.16 10.21 10.23 10.27 10.30 10.31 11.4 11.6 11.12-11.14 11.19-11.21

Carson Newman Tourney Marshall University Francis Marion Tourney Bluefield College UC Invitational Tourney Urbana West Liberty Fairmont State Seton Hill Ohio Valley Bluefield College WV State LeMoyne-Owen College Concord WV Wesleyan Alderson-Broaddus Davis & Elkins Wheeling Shepherd UPJ Bluefield Glenville State WVIAC NCAA Regional

TBA 7:00pm TBA 6:00pm Noon 6:00pm 1:00pm 7:00pm 1:00pm 7:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm TBA 6:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm 6:00ppm 7:00pm 6:00pm 2:00pm 1:00pm 6:00pm TBA TBA

Jefferson City, TN Huntington, WV Florence, SC Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Vienna, WV Bluefield, VA Charleston, WV Memphis, TN Athens, WV Buckhannon, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Charleston, WV Shepherdstown, WV Johnstown, PA Charleston, WV Glenville, WV Charleston, WV TBA

2009 Volleyball Team Mission Statement As the UC volleyball team we will strive to do our best so that others can join in on our passion. Our focus includes leaving a footprint for others to follow. We are determined to grow and work not only as individuals, but also as a team. Our winning attitude represents our pride for the University of Charleston. As student- athletes we will continually pursue to be learners in the classroom and on the court, so that we can ultimately achieve Academic All-American Honors. Respect is key and we carry it from ourselves, to our teammates, coaches, and opponents. Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. Some people wish for itâ&#x20AC;Ś we work for it! UC Volleyball

Charleston Volleyball 2009

The West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference was founded in 1924. There are sixteen teams that compete within the conference. The WVIAC became NCAA Division II in 1994. It was recognized by the State Journal as 1 of “55 great things about West Virginia.” The WVIAC offices are headquartered in Princeton, WV. Barry Blizzard has been the Commissioner of the WVIAC since 1987. He led the move from NAIA to NCAA DII. Prior to being the Commissioner Blizzard was the Athletic Director at Bluefield State College. He has also served as the President of DII Conference Commissioners’ Association, and is currently the chairman of the NCAA DII Nominating Committee.

Barry Blizzard Commissioner

Commissioner’s Cup It is awarded to the institution with the highest cumulative score as determined by a scoring method used by the league. Points are awarded based on the school’s finish after competition of each of the sports sponsored by the WVIAC. Charleston Volleyball 2009

WVIAC Staff Barry Blizzard-Commissioner wviac@citilink.net Will Prewitt-Associate Commissioner will@wviac.org Stephanie Prewitt- Assistant Commissioner/SWA wviacswa@gmail.com

Contact Information: 1422 Main Street Princeton, WV 24740 304.487.6298(p) 304.487.6299(f)

Ben Brownlee-NCAA Compliance Coordinator Brownlee.wviac@gmail.com Karen King-Supervisor of Softball and Volleyball Officials kkingsb@verizon.net John Holt- Supervisor of Basketball Officials jholt4golf@aol.com Joe Merendino- Supervisor of Baseball Officials Don Brown- Supervisor of Soccer Officicals donaldbrown@yahoo.com Billy Alton-Supervisor of Football Officials altons@suddenlink.net

Charleston Volleyball 2009

The WVIAC Volleyball Tournament is held the second weekend in November at the Charleston Catholic Athletic Complex in Charleston, WV. Previous Tournament Champions: 2008: Wheeling Jesuit University 2007: University of Charleston 2006: West Virginia State University 2005: University of Charleston 2004: University of Charleston

Charleston Catholic Athletic Complex Charleston Volleyball 2009

Chay Hebron

Jasmine Howard

Malleri Hardison

Kelsey Eby Chay Hebron

Emmalee Luther

Laura Buckalew Brittney Bills Ashlea Wallace Emmalee Luther

Katie Williams

Lora Goss

CHARLESTON VOLLEYBALL 2009

#1 Brittney Bills

#2 Emmalee Luther

#3 Ashley Douglas

#6 Holly Sabatka

#7 Chantal Hebron

#8 Cara Hibbs-Leyva

#11 Brenna Youlton

#20 Kelsey Eby

#4 Lora Goss

#9 Tanya Ferguson

#12 Katie Williams

#13 Ashlea Wallace

#15 Lindsay Sankoff

#21 Vivien Souders

Coach Stevens

Coach Gora

#5 Malleri Hardison

#10 Laura Buckalew

#16 Jasmine Howard

Coach Ansell

2009 University of Charleston Volleyball Schedule 8.28-8.29 9.2 9.4-9.5 9.9 9.11-9.12 9.17 9.19 9.22 9.26 9.29 10.5 10.7 10.9-10.10 10.13 10.16 10.21 10.23 10.27 10.30 10.31 11.4 11.6 11.12-11.14 11.19-11.21

TBA 7:00pm TBA 6:00pm Noon 6:00pm 1:00pm 7:00pm 1:00pm 7:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm TBA 6:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm 6:00ppm 7:00pm 6:00pm 2:00pm 1:00pm 6:00pm TBA TBA