charleston volleyball 2009 media guide

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2Charleston Volleyball 2009

University of Charleston VolleyballUniversity of Charleston…………………………………........................3Charleston Academics……………………………………………………………4Charleston History…………………………………………………………………5Athletic Facilities………………………………………………………………..6-7President Dr. Ed Welch…………………………………..........................8Athletics Director Tom Nozica………………………..........................9Administration………………………………………….......................10-11Athletics Department………………………………………………………….12Hall of Fame………………………………………………………………………..13Quick Facts………………………………………………………………………….14Roster………………………………………………………………………………….152009 Season Preview……………………………………………………..16-192009 Golden Eagles VolleyballHead Coach Bren Stevens……………………….........................20-21Assistant Coach Kelli Gora……………………………………………………22Assistant Coach Amanda Ansell…………………………………………..23Support Staff…………………………………………….............................24Athletic Training Staff………………………………………………………….25Volleyball Lingo…………………………………………………………………..26Brittney Bills…………………………………………...........................28-29Emmalee Luther……………………………………………………………..30-31Ashley Douglas……………………………………………………………….32-33Lora Goss………………………………………………..........................34-35Malleri Hardison…………………………………………………………….36-37Holly Sabatka………………………………………............................38-39Chantal Hebron………………………………………………………………40-41Cara Hibbs-Leyva…………………………………............................42-43Tanya Ferguson……………………………………………………………….44-45Laura Buckalew………………………………………………………………46-47Brenna Youlton……………………………………………………………….48-49Katie Williams…………………………………………………………………50-51Ashlea Wallace……………………………………………………………….52-53Lindsay Sankoff……………………………………………………………….54-55Jasmine Howard….……………………………………………………......56-57Kelsey Eby………………………………………………………………………58-59Vivien Souders………………………………………………………………..60-612008 Season Review……………………………………………………………622007 Season Review……………………………………………………………632009 SeasonWVIAC Opponents………………………………………………………….64-65Non-Conference Opponents…………………………………………..66-672009 Schedule……………………………………………………………….…...69West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference………….70-72

The Golden Eagle: Mo Harv

The University of CharlestonThe 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 one-hour 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.


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 UC’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.

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.

University of Charleston Academics


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.


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 Women’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.

The Gorman Physical Education Building and Eddie King Gymnasium


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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.

The Morrison Fitness Center

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PresidentDr. Ed Welch

Dr. Welch has served as President of the University of Charleston since 1989. He has led the institution through a period of unprecedented change – 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 institution’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. 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 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.

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Athletics DirectorTom 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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AdministrationDr. Charles StebbinsProvost and Dean of FacultyB.S., United States Air Force Academy;M.S.and Ae.E., California Institute of Technology;Diploma, Northwestern University’s KelloggGraduate School of Management;Ph.D., Colorado University.(2005-present)[email protected]

Cleta M. HarlessVice President for Administration and FinanceB.A.,B.S.,Marshall University;M.B.A., West Virginia University.(2001-present)[email protected]

Jennie O. FerrettiVice President for AdvancementB.A., University of VirginiaJ.D., University of Virginia(2004 – present)[email protected]

Alan LiebrechtVice President for Enrollment B.A., Roanoke College(1993-97, 2008-present)[email protected]


Administration

Ben BeakesDirector of DevelopmentB.A., University of Charleston(2009 – present)[email protected]

Bethany Meighen Dean of Student Life B.A., University of Charleston, 2001 Masters in Human Resources Management, University of Charleston, [email protected]

Andy SpradlingDirector of Communications B.A., English West Virginia State University, 1995 B.A., History, WVSU 1995 [email protected]


Athletics Department

Bren Stevens Senior Women’s AdministratorHead Volleyball Coach Ph.D., Lacrosse University M.S., Marshall University B.A.,University of [email protected]

Georgeann Lilly-Barker Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Sherry WinnNCAA Compliance CoordinatorHead Women’s Basketball CoachB.A., University of Charleston 1986 M.S., Ohio University [email protected]

Dennis McMillenFaculty Athletic RepresentativeAssociate Professor of BusinessB.S., Morris Harvey College/University of Charleston 1975M.B.A., Marshall University [email protected]


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.


University of Charleston Quick FactsGeneral InformationSchool Name…………………………………...................................................University of CharlestonCity/Zip…………………………………………………………………………………………....Charleston, WV/25304Founded……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1888Enrollment………………..………………………………………………………………………………………………...1385Nickname……………………………………………………………………………………………………...Golden EaglesSchool Colors……………………………………………………………………………………………Maroon and GoldHome Court……………………..………………………………………………………………Eddie King GymnasiumCapacity………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2000Affiliation………………………………………………………………………………………..…….……NCAA Division IIConference...................................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 Information2008 Overall Record…………….....………………………………………………………………………………….16-18WVIAC Record………….…………………………………………………………………………………………………….7-8Regular Season Finish………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….9th

Home Record……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…9-3Away Record………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7-13Letterwinners Returning/Lost………………………………………………………………………………………...4/7Starters Returning/Lost…………………………………………………………………………………………………..4/6Newcomers………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9

Coaching StaffHead Coach……………………………………………………………Bren Stevens (University of Charleston)

Career Division II Record…………………………………………………………………..448/169 16 yearsAssistant Coach……………………………………………………….…..Kelli Gora (University of Charleston)

Year……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…5th

Assistant Coach………………………………………………….Amanda Ansell (University of Charleston)Year…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4th

Volleyball Intern……………………………………………………………………………………………….Kaitlyn ArickVolleyball Office Phone……………………………………………………………………………….(304)-357-4911Athletic Trainer…………………………………………………………………………………………………..Erik BrownStrength and Conditioning Coach……….…………………………………………………………Tabitha Brown

Sports InformationAndy SpradlingDirector of Communications(304)-357-4717 (304)-437-1712 (cell)www.ucwv.edu/athleticsWVIAC website: www.wviac.org 14Charleston Volleyball 2009

2009 UC Roster# Name Position Ht. Year Hometown1 Brittney Bills OH/DS 5’9” So Findlay, OH2 Emmalee Luther MH 5’9” Jr Fort Pierce, FL3 Ashley Douglas DS 5’7” Fr Amherstburg, ON, Canada4 Lora Goss RS 5’10” So Birmingham, AL5 Malleri Hardison OH 5’10” Fr Uniontown, PA6 Holly Sabatka DS/Libero 5’9” Fr Highlands Ranch, CO7 Chantal Hebron OH 5’9” Jr Lexington Park, MD8 Cara Hibbs-Leyva MH 5’11” So San Diego, CA9 Tanya Ferguson MH 5’10” Sr Alachua, FL10 Laura Buckalew MH 6’0” Sr, Charleston, WV11 Brenna Youlton MH 5’11” Fr. Chatham, ON, Canada12 Katie Williams S 5’4” So. Gettysburg, PA13 Ashlea Wallace L/DS 5’1” So. Winfield, WV15 Lindsay Sankoff DS 5’7” Sr. Elkview, WV16 Jasmine Howard MH 6’0” So. Stockton, CA20 Kelsey Eby S 5’11” Fr. Portland, OR21 Vivien Souders OH 5’10” So. Philadelphia, PA

2009 Alphabetical Roster

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

Head Coach: Bren StevensAsst. Coach: Kelli GoraAsst. Coach: Amanda AnsellStrength Coach: Tabitha BrownHead Athletic Trainer: Erik BrownStudent Athletic Trainers: Mandy Faunda, Corey Reukert, Lane CatlettVolleyball 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


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.


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. .

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

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 Hibbs-Leyva 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


"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.


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.


Head CoachBren Stevens

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.

Seventeenth Year . Hometown: Boston, MA . University of Charleston, 1981


Assistant CoachKelli Gora

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.

Eighth Year . Hometown: Columbus, OH . University of Charleston, 2006


Assistant CoachAmanda Ansell

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 First-Team 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 four-year period of time and will now begin her fourth season as a member of the UC coaching staff.

Fourth Year . Hometown: Barboursville, WV . University of Charleston, 2003


Charleston Volleyball Support Staff

Tabitha BrownStrength and Conditioning Coach

Kaitlyn ArickVolleyball 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 Women’s basketball team. She is from Canton, Ohio.

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.


University of Charleston Athletic Training

Volleyball Athletic Trainer:Erik BrownDePaul University 2006B.S., Athletic Training

Student Athletic Trainers:

Corey Reuckert Mandy Faunda Lane Catlett


Volleyball Lingo

Set: one game to 25 pointsMatch: best of 5 setsKill: Hit for a pointKPS: Kill per setE: Hitting error (hitting out of bounds or in the net)TA: Total attempts/swingsPct: Hitting PercentageA: Assist/set for hitter’s killAPS: Assist per setSA: Service AceSAPS: Service Ace Per SetSE: Service Error (when a serve goes out of bounds or in the net)RE: Receive Error (serve reception error)Digs: Dig from a hitter’s attemptDPS: Digs Per SetBS: Block Solo (one person blocking)BA: Block Assist (two or more blocking)TB: Total Blocks (over career)BPS: Blocks Per SetBE: Blocking Error (blocker gets in the net)BHE: Ball Handling Error (two-hits, illegal contact with ball)


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

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

Up Close With Brittney

Favorite Ice Cream:Strawberry

Top 5 Songs on iPod:Very Last Country

SongCowgirls Don’t Cry

Without YouDoes 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

# 1 Brittney Bills


# 2 Emmalee Luther

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

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


# 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:TonightTwisted

HeroRansom

Weightless


# 4 Lora Goss

5’10” . Sophomore . Opposite Hitter . Birmingham, AL . Major: English Education

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

Up Close With Lora

Favorite Drink:Hot Chocolate

Top 5 Songs on iPod:Damn Girl

You Belong With MeCheck Yes, Juliet

Hands DownThe First Cut is the

Deepest

Favorite Food:Any dessert

Favorite Holiday:Halloween

What Super Power Would You Want:Telekinesis


# 5 Malleri Hardison

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


Up Close With Malleri

Favorite Color:Pink

Favorite Animal:Dog

Favorite Book:L.A. Candy

Favorite Vacation Spot:Miami, FL

Favorite Season:Summer


# 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


# 7 Chantal Hebron

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

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

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

Up Close With Chay

Favorite Food:Shrimp

Favorite Animal: Boxer

Favorite Book:Just For The Record

Favorite Holiday:Christmas

Favorite Class:Art History


5’11” . Sophomore . Opposite Hitter . San Diego, CA . Major: Communications

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

Up Close With Cara

Favorite Ice Cream:Vanilla

Favorite Food: Mexican

Favorite Color:Yellow

Favorite Vacation Spot:Lake Havasu, AZ

Favorite Vegetable:Avacado

# 8 Cara Hibbs-Leyva


# 9 Tanya Ferguson

5’10” . Senior . Opposite Hitter . Alachua, FL . Major: Business Administration

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

Up Close With Tanya

Favorite Ice Cream:Dulce de Leche

Favorite Food: Mexican

Favorite Clothing Store:Buckle

Favorite Fruit:Kiwi


campus?Gym or CT


# 10 Laura Buckalew

6’0” . Senior . Middle Hitter . Charleston, WV . Business and Sports Administrations

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

California LoveSouthern Voice


# 11 Brenna Youlton

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


Up Close With Brenna

Favorite Animal:Elephant

Favorite Book:To Kill A Mockingbird

Top 5 Songs on iPod:Do Your Thang

So FineMy Cookie

SaluteDown

What actress would play you in a movie?

Jennifer Aniston

Nicknames:B, Bren, BrenBren and

Canada


# 12 Katie Williams

5’4” . Sophomore . Setter . Gettysburg, PA . Major: Sports Administration

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


# 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


# 15 Lindsay Sankoff

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

Up Close With Lindsay

Favorite Drink:Coffee

Favorite Book:Twilight saga

Favorite Music:Indie, Alternative,

Reggae

Favorite Animal:Panda Bear


campus?Library

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


# 16 Jasmine Howard

5’11” . Freshman . Middle Hitter . Stockton, CA . Major: Art

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




#20 Kelsey Eby

5’11” . Freshman . Setter . Portland OR . Major: Nursing

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


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

5’10” . Freshman . Outside Hitter . Philadelphia, PA . Major: Television Production

#21 Vivien Souders

Career Statistics at UC:Sets: *Kills: *KPS: *E: *TA: *Pct: *A: *APS: *SA: *SAPS: *SE: *RE: *Digs: *DPS: *BS: *BA: *TB: *BPS: *BE: *BHE: * 60Charleston Volleyball 2009


2008 Season ReviewDate Opponent8.28.08 Metro State, CO 8.29.08 St. Martins (WA) 8.30.08 Hawaii-Hilo9.5.08 Pace (NY)9.5.08 Augusta State (GA) 9.6.09 Northern Kentucky9.6.08 Chowan (NC)9.10.08 Urbana9.12.08 St. Andrew’s9.12.08 Valdosta St.9.13.08 Newberry College9.13.08 USC-Aiken9.16.08 Salem International9.19.08 Fairmont State9.23.08 Seton Hill9.25.08 Shepherd 9.27.08 Bluefield College10.1.08 Ohio Valley10.3.08 Davis & Elkins10.7.08 West Virginia State10.14.08 Concord10.17.09 Mercyhurst (PA)10.18.08 Shippensburg (PA)10.18.08 California (PA)10.22.08 Wheeling10.24.08 Glenville10.27.08 West Virginia Wesleyan 10.29.08 Bluefield State 11.1.08 Pitt-Johnstown 11.3.08 Bluefield College 11.5.08 West Liberty11.7.08 Alderson- Broaddus 11.13.08 Glenville11.13.08 Wheeling

All Tournament Team- WVIAC TournamentLaura Buckalew

Honorable Mention- ALL WVIACKatie Williams

All Freshman Team and Freshman of the YearKatie Williams

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ResultsL 0-3 L 1-3L 1-3 W 3-1 W3-2 L 0-3 W 3-0 W 3-2 L 1-3L 2-3 W 3-1 L 0-3 W 3-0W 3-1 L 2-3 L 2-3 W 3-2 W 3-0L 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: 16-18Vs. Conference Teams: 7-8Home Matches: 8-4Away Matches: 5-7Neutral Matches: 3-7Final Standing: Tied for 9th

LocationHilo, HIHilo, HIHilo, HICharleston, WVCharleston, WVCharleston, WVCharleston, WVUrbana, OHAiken, SCAiken, SCAiken, SCAiken, SCCharleston, WVFairmont, WVGreensburg, PaCharleston, WVBluefield, VACharleston, WVElkins, WVInstitute, WVCharleston, WVWheeling, WVWheeling, WVWheeling, WVWheeling, WVGlenville, WVBuckhannon, WVBluefield, WVCharleston, WVCharleston, WVWest Liberty, WVPhilippi, WVCharleston, WVCharleston, WV

2007 Season ReviewDate Opponent Location Results8.24.07 Chadron State Lakewood, CO L 1-38.24.07 Indianapolis (IN) Lakewood, CO L 0-38.25.07 Western State Lakewood, CO W 3-18.25.07 Colorado Christian Lakewood, CO W 3-28.31.07 North Greenville (SC) Jefferson City, TN W 3-0 8.31.07 Tusculum (TN) Jefferson City, TN L 1-39.1.07 Kentucky Wesleyan Jefferson City, TN W 3-29.1.07 Lander (SC) Jefferson City, TN L 2-39.6.07 Findlay (OH) Charleston, WV L 0-39.7.07 East Stroudsburg (PA) Charleston, WV W 3-19.7.07 Wayne State (MI) Charleston, WV L 2-39.8.07 Bowie State (MD) Charleston, WV W 3-09.8.07 Johnson C. Smith (NC) Charleston, WV W 3-09.10.07 Alderson-Broaddus Charleston, WV W 3-09.19.07 Davis & Elkins Charleston, WV W 3-09.21.07 Seton Hill Greensburg, PA W 3-09.22.07 Shepherd Shepherdstown, WV W 3-09.25.07 West Virginia State Charleston, WV W 3-110.2.07 Concord Charleston, WV W 3-010.4.07 Bluefield State Bluefield, WV W 3-010.5.07 Slippery Rock (PA) Wheeling, WV W 3-210.5.07 Indiana (PA) Wheeling, WV W 3-210.6.07 California (PA) Wheeling, WV L 1-310.6.07 Shippensburg (PA) Wheeling, WV L 0-310.11.07 Salem International Charleston, WV W 3-010.12.07 Pitt Johnstown Johnstown, PA W 3-110.15.07 Concord Athens, WV W 3-010.17.07 Bluefield State Charleston, WV W 3-010.19.07 Fairmont State Charleston, WV W 3-010.23.07 Ohio Valley Vienna, WV W 3-010.25.07 Wheeling Charleston, WV L 2-310.26.07 Glenville Glenville, WV W 3-110.30.07 West Virginia State Institute, WV L 2-311.2.07 West Virginia Wesleyan Buckhannon, WV L 0-311.3.07 West Liberty Charleston, WV W 3-011.8.07 Salem International WVIAC Tournament W 3-011.9.07 Glenville WVIAC Tournament W 3-211.10.07 West Virginia Wesleyan WVIAC Tournament W 3-011.10.07 Wheeling WVIAC Tournament W 3-211.15.07 Grand Valley State NCAA D II Regionals L 0-3

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

All Tournament Team- WVIAC Tournament 1st Team All WVIACBecca LaBrake Becca LaBrakeKaty Skelley Katy SkelleyJami Turrill

Honorable Mention-All WVIAC2nd Team- All WVIAC Jami TurrillRoslyn Adams

Player of the YearAll Freshman Team & Freshman of the Year Katy SkelleyJami Turrill 63Charleston Volleyball 2009

Bluefield State CollegeLocation: Bluefield, WVEnrollment:Mascot: Big BluesSports Information Director: Erik GuytonHead Coach: Katherine WardVenue: Ned Shott Physical Education BuildingYears in WVIAC: 54

Ohio Valley UniversityLocation: Vienna, WVEnrollment: 582Mascot: Fighting ScotsSports Information Director: Brianne LodatoHead Coach: Paul JacobyVenue: Snyder Activity CenterYears in WVIAC: 10

Glenville State CollegeLocation: Glenville, WVEnrollment: 1932Mascot: PioneersSports Information Director: Jonathan GriffinHead Coach: Camai RobersonVenue:Years in WVIAC: 85

Concord UniversityLocation: Athens, WVEnrollment: 2735Mascot: Mountain LionsSports Information Director: Joey FamaHead Coach: Kate SouthcottVenue: Carter CenterYears in WVIAC: 85

Fairmont State UniversityLocation: Fairmont, WVEnrollment: 4167Mascot: FalconsSports Information Director: Adam ZundellHead Coach: Larry HillVenue: Joe Retton ArenaYears in WVIAC: 85

Alderson Broaddus CollegeLocation: Philippi, WVEnrollment: 800Mascot: BattlersSports Information Director: Patrick McGinnisHead Coach: Carrie BodkinsVenue: Rex Pyles ArenaYears in WVIAC: 77

Davis and Elkins CollegeLocation: Elkins, WVEnrollment: 710Mascot: SenatorsSports Information Director: Jason AsbellHead Coach: Latonia AllenVenue: The McDonnell CenterYears in WVIAC: 85

West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Schools


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Seton Hill UniversityLocation: Greensburg, PAEnrollment: 2093Mascot: GriffinsSports Information Director: Jason GreeneHead Coach: Rick HallVenue: Katherine MabisMcKenna CenterYears in WVIAC: 3

West Liberty UniversityLocation: West Liberty, WVEnrollment: 2400Mascot: HilltoppersSports Information Director: Matt WatsonHead Coach: Brooke TurnerVenue: ASRCYears in WVIAC: 85

Wheeling Jesuit UniversityLocation: Wheeling, WVEnrollment: 1061Mascot: CardinalsSports Information Director: Brian DennisonHead Coach: Christy BrennerVenue: Alma Grace McDonough Health & Recreation CenterYears in WVIAC: 52

Shepherd UniversityLocation: Sherpherdstown, WVEnrollment: 4091Mascot: RamsSports Information Director: Chip RansomHead Coach: Sarah SmithVenue: Butcher Athletic CenterYears in WVIAC: 85

West Virginia Wesleyan CollegeLocation: Buckhannon, WVEnrollment: 1275Mascot: BobcatsSports Information Director: Duane CarpenterHead Coach: Jackie MurphyVenue: John D. Rockefeller IV PE CenterYears in WVIAC: 85

West Virginia State UniversityLocation: Institute, WVEnrollment: 3344Mascot: Yellow JacketsSports Information Directors: Sean McAndrews & John SimmsHead Coach: Shannon GerencirVenue: Flemming HallYears in WVIAC: 54

University of Pittsburgh-JohnstownLocation,: Johnstown, PAEnrollment: 3050Mascot: Mountain CatsSports Information Director: Chris CaputoHead Coach: Linda RenziVenue: Zamias Aquatic CenterYears in WVIAC: 3

West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Schools


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UNC PembrokeLocation: Pembroke, NCEnrollment:6,661Mascot: BravesSports Information Director: Todd AndersonHead Coach: Jeff BillingtonVenue: English E. James CenterConference: Peach Belt

Lincoln Memorial UniversityLocation: Harrogate, TNEnrollment: 3,948Mascot: RailsplittersSports Information Director: Rusty PeaceHead Coach: Mike SmithVenue: Mars GymnasiumConference: South Atlantic

University of Alabama-HuntsvilleLocation: Huntsville, ALEnrollment: 7,200Mascot: ChargersSports Information Director: Antoine BellHead Coach: Laura TaubeVenue: Spragins HallConference: Gulf Coast

Texas A & M KingsvilleLocation: Kingsville, TXEnrollment: 6,200Mascot: JavelinasSports Information Director: Shane MelingHead Coach: Shannon AlvaradoVenue: Steinke CenterConference: Lonestar

Marshall UniversityLocation: Huntington, WVEnrollment: 13,584Mascot: Thundering HerdSports Information Director: Randy BurnsideHead Coach: Mitch JacobsVenue: Cam Henderson CenterConference: USA

Lees McRae UniversityLocation,: Banner Elk, NCEnrollment: 900Mascot: BobcatsSports Information Director: Kevin YoungHead Coach: James PetrikVenue: Williams Physical Education CenterConference: Conference Carolinas

Non-Conference Opponents

Carson Newman CollegeLocation: Jefferson City, TNEnrollment: 2,206Mascot: EaglesSports Information Director: Zeke BeamHead Coach: Shannon MinceyVenue: Holt FieldhouseConference: South Atlantic

Lenoir-Rhyne UniversityLocation: Hickory, NCEnrollment: 1,682Mascot: BearsSports Information Director: John KarrsHead Coach: Dave MarklandVenue: Shuford Memorial GymnasiumConference: South Atlantic


Non-Conference OpponentsFrancis Marion UniversityLocation: Florence, SCEnrollment: 4,000Mascot: PatriotsSports Information Director: Michael HawkinsHead Coach: Paul MacDonaldVenue: Smith University CenterConference: Peach Belt

Bluefield CollegeLocation: Bluefield, VAEnrollment: 850Mascot: RamsSports Information Director: Chris ShoemakerHead Coach: Jaime BowmanVenue: Dome GymnasiumConference: Appalahian (NAIA)

Kentucky Wesleyan CollegeLocation: Owensboro, KYEnrollment: 862Mascot: PanthersSports Information Director: Roy PickerillHead Coach: Dale WhiteVenue: Jones GymnasiumConference: Great Lakes Valley

Pace UniversityLocation: New York, NYEnrollment: 13,500Mascot: SettersSports Information Director: John TagliaferriHead Coach: Dan AltroVenue: Goldstein Health and Fitness CenterConference: Northeast

Wilmington CollegeLocation: Wilmington, OHEnrollment: 1,192Mascot: QuakersSports Information Director: Jeff HibbsHead Coach: Jan TobeVenue: Fred Raizk ArenaConference: Ohio Athletic

Urbana UniversityLocation: Urbana, OHEnrollment: 1,500Mascot: Blue KnightsSports Information Director: Chris AndersHead Coach: Wendy CromerVenue: Warner G. Grimes Center GymnasiumConference: Independent

Lemoyne Owen CollegeLocation: Memphis, TNEnrollment: 854Mascot: MagiciansSports Information Director: Jerry Dover JrHead Coach: Eneka BurksVenue: C. Arthur Bruce HallConference: Southern Intercollegiate

Stillman UniversityLocation: Tuscaloosa, ALEnrollment: 1,100Mascot: TigersSports Information Director: Frederick FranklinHead Coach: N/AVenue: Birthright HallConference: Southern Intercollegiate


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

Jasmine HowardMalleri HardisonVivien Souders

Katie Williams

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

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2009 Schedule

Date Opponent Time Location8.28-8.29 Carson Newman Tourney TBA Jefferson City, TN9.2 Marshall University 7:00pm Huntington, WV9.4-9.5 Francis Marion Tourney TBA Florence, SC9.9 Bluefield College 6:00pm Charleston, WV9.11-9.12 UC Invitational Tourney Noon Charleston, WV9.17 Urbana 6:00pm Charleston, WV9.19 West Liberty 1:00pm Charleston, WV9.22 Fairmont State 7:00pm Charleston, WV9.26 Seton Hill 1:00pm Charleston, WV9.29 Ohio Valley 7:00pm Vienna, WV10.5 Bluefield College 6:00pm Bluefield, VA10.7 WV State 6:00pm Charleston, WV10.9-10.10 LeMoyne-Owen College TBA Memphis, TN10.13 Concord 6:00pm Athens, WV10.16 WV Wesleyan 6:00pm Buckhannon, WV10.21 Alderson-Broaddus 6:00pm Charleston, WV10.23 Davis & Elkins 6:00ppm Charleston, WV10.27 Wheeling 7:00pm Charleston, WV10.30 Shepherd 6:00pm Shepherdstown, WV10.31 UPJ 2:00pm Johnstown, PA11.4 Bluefield 1:00pm Charleston, WV11.6 Glenville State 6:00pm Glenville, WV11.12-11.14 WVIAC TBA Charleston, WV11.19-11.21 NCAA Regional TBA TBA

2009 Volleyball Team Mission StatementAs 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 it… we work for it!UC Volleyball

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 BlizzardCommissioner

Commissioner’s CupIt 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.


WVIAC Staff

Barry [email protected]

Will Prewitt-Associate [email protected]

Stephanie Prewitt- Assistant Commissioner/[email protected]

Ben Brownlee-NCAA Compliance [email protected]

Karen King-Supervisor of Softball and Volleyball [email protected]

John Holt- Supervisor of Basketball [email protected]

Joe Merendino- Supervisor of Baseball Officials

Don Brown- Supervisor of Soccer [email protected]

Billy Alton-Supervisor of Football [email protected]


Contact Information:1422 Main StreetPrinceton, WV 24740304.487.6298(p)304.487.6299(f)

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 University2007: University of Charleston2006: West Virginia State University2005: University of Charleston2004: University of Charleston


Charleston Catholic Athletic Complex

Jasmine Howard

Malleri Hardison

Chay Hebron

Chay Hebron Emmalee LutherKelsey Eby






Laura Buckalew

AshleaWallace

Brittney Bills

Emmalee Luther

Katie Williams

Lora Goss





CHARLESTON VOLLEYBALL 2009

#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 Coach Stevens Coach Gora Coach Ansell

8.28-8.29 Carson Newman Tourney TBA Jefferson City, TN9.2 Marshall University 7:00pm Huntington, WV9.4-9.5 Francis Marion Tourney TBA Florence, SC9.9 Bluefield College 6:00pm Charleston, WV9.11-9.12 UC Invitational Tourney Noon Charleston, WV9.17 Urbana 6:00pm Charleston, WV9.19 West Liberty 1:00pm Charleston, WV9.22 Fairmont State 7:00pm Charleston, WV9.26 Seton Hill 1:00pm Charleston, WV9.29 Ohio Valley 7:00pm Vienna, WV10.5 Bluefield College 6:00pm Bluefield, VA10.7 WV State 6:00pm Charleston, WV10.9-10.10 LeMoyne-Owen College TBA Memphis, TN10.13 Concord 6:00pm Athens, WV10.16 WV Wesleyan 6:00pm Buckhannon, WV10.21 Alderson-Broaddus 6:00pm Charleston, WV10.23 Davis & Elkins 6:00ppm Charleston, WV10.27 Wheeling 7:00pm Charleston, WV10.30 Shepherd 6:00pm Shepherdstown, WV10.31 UPJ 2:00pm Johnstown, PA11.4 Bluefield 1:00pm Charleston, WV11.6 Glenville State 6:00pm Glenville, WV11.12-11.14 WVIAC TBA Charleston, WV11.19-11.21 NCAA Regional TBA TBA

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