The gym is buzzing. The nets are up. And the Tri County Northeast Wolfpack Volleyball team is ready to make some noise in the Lewis and Clark Conference this season!
Head Coach Carly Dickens is in her inaugural season leading the program but has previous experience coaching under long-time coach Cheryl Greve. Coach Dickens will be assisted by returning assistant coach Haley Stapleton along with Callie Anderson. The Wolfpack roster is stacked with five returning starters, a few hungry newcomers, and returning players on the hunt for a varsit spot. The Wolfpack ended their 2024-2025 season with a 20-10 record and look to improve that record this season.
"The players come into the gym every day ready to work hard, and l've already seen a lot of improvement from everyone during these first weeks of practice. I'm excited to see the growth continue and look forward to what this season will bring."
Leading the charge are battle-tested seniors Kiya Tornez, outside hitter and Samantha Rastede, opposite hitter, who bring leadership, poise, and a knack for coming up big in pressure moments. Add in the quick hands of setter, sophomore Ally Belt, the aggressiveness of junior Joslyn Mackling, outside hitter, and big blocks from the junior middle hitter Briley Anderson.
Along with Anderson, Jayda Stallbaum will step in to the middle hitter position, ready to dominate the net. Junior, Emily Mitchell will be key on the defensive end this season in her libero position.
Returning players will add depth to the rotation and are ready to make a great impact on the court. Aubrey Mitchell, Maddie Franzluebers, and Ashlynn Jacobsen will be ready to go at any time. They each bring a strong serve and the versatility to play any position when needed, which gives our team a lot of flexibility and strength heading into the season.
The fresh faces of freshman class, including Delaney Fuscher and Cora Ridenour have the team excited for this season and the future of Wolfpack Volleyball. This group of young ladies has been working hard, improving on their volleyball skills and knowledge of the game, showing the kind of hustle and skill that could make them instant impact players.
The season tips off with a Jamboree game at home in Allen on Monday August 25th with a triangular against Randolph and Wynot, a perfect early test to set the tone. From there, it's a grind - and the Wolfpack are ready to embrace it.
Packed bleachers. High-flying kills. Diving saves. This fall, TCNE Wolfpack volleyball isn't just playing for wins - they're playing to leave a mark.