w o m e n s volleyball

# Name Hgt Yr Pos Hometown / Previous School1 Indigo Miller 6-0 SO OH Colorado Springs, CO / Doherty

2 Brittany Herschberger 5-8 SR OH Goshen, IN / Fairfield

3 Karina Rohrer-Meck 5-7 FR S/DS Archbold, OH / Pettisville

4 Kelsey Herschberger 5-8 JR OH Goshen, IN / Fairfield

5 Alicia Schwartzentruber 5-9 JR OH Goshen, IN / Bethany Christian

6 Gina Richard 5-11 SR MH Goshen, IN / Bethany Christian

7 Peni Acayo 5-9 JR MH Kampala, Uganda / Nabisunsa Girls

8 Ashley Janssen 5-11 SR MH Crawfordsville, IN / Crawfordsville

9 Katelyn Yoder 6-0 SO OH Mason, MI / Mason

10 Cassandra Greives 6-0 JR OH Rochester, IN / Rochester

11 Lindsey Nofziger 5-6 SR S Toledo, OH / Central Catholic

12 Allison Hawkins 5-6 SR S Middlebury, IN / Bethany Christian

13 Hannah Grieser 5-9 FR OH Goshen, IN / Bethany Christian

2009 ROSTER

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QUICK FACTS & TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Goshen College FactsAddress: 1700 South Main StreetCity, State, Zip: Goshen, Indiana, 46526Affiliation: Mennonite Church USAFounded: 1894President: James E. BrennemanEnrollment: 983Website: www.goshen.edu

Athletic FactsDirector of Athletics: Tim DemantPhone: (574) 535-7491Faculty Athletic Rep: Michelle HorningSports Information Director: Josh GleasonPhone: (574) 535-7497Head Trainer: Linda KaminskisAffiliation: NAIA Conference: Mid-Central College ConferenceMascot: Maple LeafsColors: Purple, WhiteWebsite: www.GoLeafs.net

Team FactsHead Coach: Jim RouthierSeason at Goshen: 1st YearAlma Mater: Ball State UniversityCareer Record (@ Goshen): 0-0 (0-0)Phone: (574) 535-7499Email: jrouthier@goshen.eduAssistant Coaches: Jen HigleyHome: Roman Gingerich Rec-Fitness Center Gunden GymnasiumHome Capacity: 15002008 Record: 20-13 (4-4 MCC)2008 Postseason: 1-1 (MCC Semifinals)Letterwinners Ret/ Lost: 11/1Starters Ret/ Lost: 6/0

TABLE OF CONTENTSRoster 1Quick Facts 2Table of Contents 22009 Schedule 3GC Soccer Complex 42009 Season Preview 52009 Senior Class 6Coaching Staff 72008 Headline Recap 82008 Stat Leaders 8History 9Record Book 9Photos 10

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2009 SCHEDULE

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Day Date Opponent/ Event Location TimeTues. Aug. 25 Ancilla College (scrimmage) Donaldson, IN 7:00 pmFri/Sat. Aug. 28-29 Malone Invitational Canton, OH TBATues. Sept. 1 Manchester College GOSHEN 7:00 pmFri/Sat. Sept. 4-5 Earlham College Classic Richmond, IN TBAWed. Sept. 9 Huntington University* GOSHEN 7:00 pmFri/Sat. Sept. 11-12 Indiana Wesleyan Invite Marion, IN TBATues. Sept 15 Indiana Wesleyan Univ.* Marion, IN 5:30 pmSat. Sept. 26 Manchester College Tri N. Manchester, IN 3:00 pmTues. Sept 29 Grace College* GOSHEN 7:00 pmSat. Oct 3 Marygrove College GOSHEN 10:00 am Wed. Oct. 7 University of St. Francis* GOSHEN 7:00 pmSat. Oct. 10 Bethel College GOSHEN 11:00 amTues. Oct. 13 Bethel College* Mishawaka, IN 7:00 pmTues. Oct. 20 Marian University* Indianapolis, IN 7:00 pmFri/Sat Oct. 23-24 Calumet Crimson Invite Gary, IN TBAWed. Oct. 28 Spring Arbor University* GOSHEN 7:00 pmWed. Nov. 4 Taylor University* Upland, IN 7:00 pm* Mid-Central College Conference Match

REC-FITNESS CENTER

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Location: Southeast corner of campus, just across the railroad tracks from College Men-nonite Church.Built: 1995

Goshen College student-athletes train and compete in one of the best small college athletic facilities in the nation. The Roman Gingerich Recreation-Fitness Center, which opened in 1995, is home to the Maple Leafs’ 14 intercollegiate athletic teams and is one of the newest additions to an ever-growing col-lege campus. The $7.3 million facility houses a variety of athletic and fitness-related activities. Whether you are a member of the golf team hitting balls on the indoor range or a basket-ball player running on the 200-meter indoor track, the Gingerich Center offers athletes every chance to train and compete successfully.

The luxury of such a large athletic training facility allows athletes to train when their schedule permits. The recreation-fitness center is open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. throughout the week, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday. With these hours, athletes also have the opportunity to train and compete without sacrificing their academic pursuits. During their respective seasons, Goshen teams can all take advantage of the facility in a three-hour time frame and are not forced to practice at odd hours. The spring sports season brings five Goshen teams into the facility at one time. The golf team is able to hit balls in one area, while the softball team takes cuts in the batting cage, the baseball team has infield practice and the track-and-field squad trains on the indoor track. Not many institutions can boast of such an ef-ficient use of time or space, and that is one reason Goshen has continued to excel both athletically and academically.

In addition to these indoor facilities, Goshen College also boasts some of the finest outdoor playing fields in the nation. The baseball, softball and soccer stadiums all are equipped with automatic, in-ground irrigation systems while the 1,500-seat soccer com-plex is one of the few lighted soccer stadiums at the NAIA level.

2009 SEASON PREVIEW

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Experienced Roster Ready To Take Next StepFamiliar Roster

Set To Take The Floor In Hopes Of Taking

Program To NewHeights

GOSHEN, Ind. – It has been quite a year for the Goshen College Volleyball program. Nearly one year ago, a much-improved Maple Leaf roster took to the court and pulled off a huge shocker in their season-opener, knocking off NAIA #17 Walsh University at the Cornerstone Classic. An impressive offensive display continued throughout the season as Gos-hen rattled off 20 wins for the 11th time in program history. That was just the side notes, however, as the most important part of the season came after the regular-season schedule was complete. The 2008 Maple Leafs made history by heading to Michigan and taking down Spring Arbor University in four games to reach just their second Mid-Central College Conference Semifinals in team history. Heading into 2009 expectations are even higher. Goshen is returning all but one member of that 2008 squad, includ-ing all but 21 of the team’s 1,426 kills. A preseason knee injury to sophomore standout Katelyn Yoder has set the Leafs back, but the firepower is still plentiful for Goshen’s potent offense. Leading the way once again will be the dynamic one-two punch of junior Peni

Acayo and senior Brittany Herschberger. An NAIA All American Honorable Men-tion selection in 2008, Acayo racked up 420 kills, 76 blocks, and 69 service aces a year ago, while Herschberger – a second team All MCC pick – led the team with 371 digs to go with 216 kills. The Maple Leafs have another versatile option in senior Ashley Janssen – second team All MCC in 2008 – who tallied 263 kills at a 21% clip in 2008. Senior setters Allison Hawkins – within 300 of 2,500 career assists – and Lindsey Nofziger have multiple options to dish out to as they spearhead the Leafs offensive attack. With little transition in the roster, the most significant change comes in a completely new coaching staff. Four-year head coach Jewel Lehman resigned in January to focus on her duties as chair of the physical education department. After a nationwide search, Goshen found their man just down the road. A 22-year veteran at Concord High School, Jim Routhier brings a wealth of experience to the program. He also brings Jen Higley, a former Concord star who became an All American setter at MCC foe Taylor Uni-versity to serve as an assistant coach.

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The graduating class of 2010: Ashley Janssen (8),Allison Hawkins (12), Gina Richard (6) and Lindsey Nofziger (11)

Senior Lindsey Nofziger Senior Ashley Janssen

COACHING STAFF

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Following 22 seasons at the helm of Concord High School (Elkhart, Ind.), Jim Routhier will begin his first season as the head coach of the Maple Leafs in 2009. As the head coach at Concord High School, Routhier compiled an incredible record of 472-179 while leading the Minutemen to four Northern Lakes Conference Championships, two section championships and one Indiana State Elite Eight appearance before retiring from the position two years ago. Also a science teacher and assistant athletic trainer at Concord, Routhier received several phone calls from friends notifying him the position was open and that he should consider applying. Routhier is a three-time Northern Lakes Conference (NLC) Coach of the Year. Routhier also was a recipient of the NLC Service Award for his work as a coach and in starting Concord’s Athletic Training Program. Obviously no stranger to the local volleyball scene, Routhier also has experience with the college game. As a high school coach, Routhier has sent more than 50 of his former players on to play college ball at all levels, including the likes of Ohio State and Indiana. A former college player himself, Routhier played under volleyball icon Don Shondell at Ball State University.

Jim RouthierHead CoaCH – 1st season

(574) 535-7499jroutHier@gosHen.edu

QUICK HITS• Posted 472 career wins in 22 seasons at Concord High School• Sent more than 50 high school players on to play col-lege volleyball• Picked as the Northern Lakes Conference Coach of the Year three times

A former high school player under Routhier, Jen Higley begins her first season on the Maple Leafs sideline this fall. A three-time all conference setter at Concord, Higley helped her Minuteman team to the state quarterfinals. She then went on to be a two-time all conference selection, two-time all region, and two-time NAIA All American at MCC foe Taylor University and graduated in 2000 with a degree in elementary education. While at Taylor, Higley posted the single-season record for assists with 2,037 in 2002 and finished her career ranked third on the program’s all-time assists list with 5,122. Following her playing days at Taylor, Higley served one year as a student assistant for the Trojans. She has coached a variety of high school and club programs including the Shank You Volleyball Club, Momentum, and Terra Houte High School.

Jen Higleyassistant CoaCH – 1st season

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2008 NOTES/ STATS

2008 HEADLINES/ HIGHLIGHTS

2008 STATISTICAL LEADERS

Leafs Make Huge Splash At Season-Opening TournamentGoshen starts season with 3-1 record at highly-competitive tournament. First match of the season ends with Maple Leafs knocking off NAIA #17-ranked Walsh College.

Mental Toughness Key To Goshen’s Road Win At HuntingtonAfter rolling in the first two games, the Maple Leafs struggled to finish off the Foresters who rallied for nail-biting 27-25 and 30-28 wins to tie up the match. The determination of the Leafs, however, came through in game five as they won 15-8.

Goshen Has Strong Showing At Goshen Invite With 3-1 MarkAs they continued to show their quick progression as a program, the Maple Leafs posted an impressive 3-1 record at the annual Goshen Invite in October, which included wins over Taylor- Fort Wayne, IU-East, and Aquinas.

History Made In Leafs MCC Quarterfinal Win At Spring ArborGoshen traveled to Michigan and pulled out a four-game win over the Cougars. The win put them in the conference tournament semifinals for just the second time in the program’s history.

Outstanding Season Ends With Slew Of Postseason AwardsThe Maple Leafs were rewarded for their solid season with three players being named to the all conference team. Sophomore Peni Acayo also was named honor-able mention All American and NVCA All Mideast Region.

Attack PercentagePeni Acayo .285Katelyn Yoder .224Ashley Janssen .207

KillsPeni Acayo 420Ashley Janssen 263Brittany Herschberger 216

AssistsAllison Hawkins 583Lindsey Nofziger 566

Service AcesPeni Acayo 69Kelsey Herschberger 37Lindsey Nofziger 28

BlocksPeni Acayo 76Katelyn Yoder 60Ashley Janssen 52

DigsBrittany Herschberger 371Kelsey Herschberger 271Katelyn Yoder 234

Team StatsKills 1426Kills/ Game 11.88Attack Percentage .194Assists 1249Service Aces 263Digs 1732Digs/ Game 14.43Solo Blocks 86Assisted Blocks 220Total Blocks 196

Offseason Includes Coaching Change For Maple Leaf ProgramJewel Lehman steps down to focus on her academic career after five-year tenure. Goshen then reels in well-known local high school coach Jim Routhier to take reigns of the program.

HISTORY

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Record BookKills: CareerName/ Kills

Anna Herdeck/ 1431Kristi Glick/ 1391Heidi Foss/ 1300Marla Gerber/ 1230Mindy DeVito/ 1128DeeDee Martin/ 999Jennifer Rice/ 921Cindy Beckler/ 919Kara Schloneger/ 779Karen Yoder/ 763

Blocks: CareerName/ Blocks

Heidi Foss/ 580Kristi Glick/ 555Britt Kaufmann/ 490Kara Schloneger/ 436Jennifer North/ 380Gretchen Nyce/ 291Mindy DeVito/ 277Anne Breckbill/ 275Marla Gerber/ 257Kathy Glick Miller/ 253

Assists: CareerPlayer/ Assists

Kristi Miller/ 4826Danielle Miller/ 2647Rita Wyse/ 2259Margaret Frey/ 1629Laura Beck/ 1556Brenda Ervin/ 1526Jessica Buller/ 1406Karen Yoder/ 1332Maria Lehman/ 1204Kate Willems/ 817

Digs: CareerPlayer/ Digs

Anna Herdeck/ 1867DeeDee Martin/ 1301Jessica Buller / 1064Jan Helmuth/ 1056Kristi Miller/ 1047Jennifer Rice/ 1031Mindy DeVito/ 1028Kathy Mast/ 1018Marla Gerber/ 984Kristi Glick/ 954

Aces: CareerPlayer/ Aces

Karen Yoder/ 217Jan Helmuth/ 189Kristi Miller/ 182

Maria Lehman/ 161Jonell Kolb/ 154DeeDee Martin/ 147Jessica Buller/ 141Kristi Glick/ 137Stephanie Kennell / 133Anna Herdeck/ 128

Kills per Game: SeasonPlayer/Year/Kills per Game

Cindy Beckler/ 84/ 5.05Peni Acayo / 07/ 4.59Kristi Glick/ 95/ 4.39Marla Gerber/ 92/ 4.02DeeDee Martin/ 02/ 4.01Mindy DeVito/ 03/ 3.82Trish Albrecht/ 79/ 3.63Carly Feldman/ 04/ 3.50Jennifer Rice/ 95/ 3.49Elaine Bigler/ 80/ 3.48

Blocks per game: SeasonName/ Year/ Blocks per game

Britt Kaufmann/ 95/ 2.68Kara Schloneger/ 90/ 2.48Kristi Glick/ 95/ 2.24Gretchen Nyce/ 90/ 2.00Ann Nafziger/ 90/ 1.99Jennifer North/ 89/ 1.89Heidi Foss/ 00/ 1.50Angie Miller/ 92/ 1.47Britt Kaufmann/ 92/ 1.40Lisa Koop/ 95/ 1.33

Assists per game: SeasonPlayer/ Year/ Assists per game

Kristi Miller/ 03/ 12.00Kristi Miller/ 00/ 10.74Sara Bock/99/ 10.46Danielle Miller/ 96/ 10.37Kristi Miller/ 02/ 9.85Margaret Frey/ 92/ 9.37Kristi Miller/ 01 8.83Rita Wyse/ 91/ 8.22Laura Beck/ 97/ 7.95Jessica Buller/ 04/ 6.70

Digs per game: SeasonPlayer/ Year/ Digs per game

DeeDee Martin/ 02/ 5.54Anna Herdeck/ 04/ 4.54Kathy Mast/ 90/ 4.45Kathy Beck/ 91/ 4.32Mindy DeVito/ 04/ 4.16Mandy Herschberger/ 04/ 4.14Anna Herdeck/ 02/ 4.04Susan Landes/ 91/ 4.02Kathy Helmuth/ 94/ 4.00Marla Gerber/ 91/ 3.96

COACHING RECORDS1970 Ruth Gunden 4-2 1971 Ruth Gunden 4-0-1 1972 Ruth Gunden 6-2 1973 Ruth Gunden 8-4 1974 Berdene Wyse 8-6 1975 Vicki Mester 16-4 1976 Sue Roth 11-8 1977 Sue Roth 17-6 1978 Sue Roth 7-10 1979 Sue Roth 18-9 1980 Sue Roth 20-13 1981 Sue Roth 11-18 1982 Sue Roth 24-8 1983 Sue Roth 16-131984 Sue Roth 24-5 1985 Sue Roth 22-10 1986 Denise Devault 10-16 1987 Sue Roth 22-14 1988 Sue Roth 21-17 1989 Sue Roth 25-12 1990 Sue Roth 22-13 1991 Sue Roth 18-18 1992 Sue Roth 16-22 1993 Sue Roth 11-25 1994 Sue Roth 11-19 1995 Betts McFerran 11-22 1996 Valerie Hershberger 15-17 1997 Valerie Hershberger 8-211998 Valerie Hershberger 12-21 1999 Valerie Hershberger 10-23 2000 Valerie Hershberger 13-172001 Kent Nafziger 10-20 2002 Kent Nafziger 23-122003 Kent Nafziger 24-132004 Jewel Lehman 17-152005 Jewel Lehman 6-252006 Jewel Lehman 5-232007 Jewel Lehman 15-142008 Jewel Lehman 20-13

CAREEER RECORDRuth Gunden 22-8-1Berdene Wyse 8-6Vicki Mester 16-4Denise Devault 10-16Sue Roth 316-240Betts McFarren 11-22Val Hershberger 58-99Kent Nafziger 57-45Jewel Lehman 62-90

Marla Gerber (‘90)

THE LEAFS WON 20 MATCHES FOR THE 9TH TIME IN PROGRAM HISTORY IN 2008

Senior Brittany Herschberger

Junior Kelsey Herschberger

Senior Alli Hawkins

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